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The Musselburgh Golf Club
Located just a few minutes south of Edinburgh, the Lothians region is one of Scotland’s finest golf break destinations with a choice of well over twenty-two golf courses to test all ages and abilities.
Visiting groups can enjoy a blend of traditional links exposed to the varying wind conditions of the region and an excellent array of inland golf courses; many steeped in history and all offering a warm welcome to visiting golfers. The rugged and beautiful coastline of East Lothian is affectionately known as Scotland’s Golf Coast with so much choice within an hour’s drive from the historic and lively capital city of Edinburgh and its international airport.
The interesting old market town of Musselburgh lies six miles east of Edinburgh where the River Esk meets the sea. The town is well known for golf, its famous racecourse as well as many great architectural displays.
Musselburgh really does offer something for everyone.Musselburgh Golf Club was founded in 1938 and, over the years, the course has hosted many amateur events and, on two occasions, the Scottish Professional Championship. We were the regional qualifying course between 2010 – 2012, and then the Final Qualifying course for the Open in 2013
A stunning parkland course within easy driving distance of Edinburgh
Designed by legendary golf course architect, James Braid, the Par 71, 6,725 yard Musselburgh golf course represents a challenge for even the most accomplished of golfer. Built around a bend in the River Esk, the treelined but generous fairways see many of the Club’s visitors return year-after-year.
The superb, white building that houses Musselburgh’s clubhouse overlooks the eighteenth green. With daily menus catering for all manner of dining occasions, the clubhouse offers a spacious, comfortable space to relax pre or post round. The clubhouse complex hosts a well stocked professional shop with equipment and clothing from the game’s leading manufacturers.
Only 20 minutes from the centre of Edinburgh and 30 minutes from Edinburgh Airport, the Musselburgh Golf Club is easily accessed by visitors to the East Lothian region.
Guests are made most welcome every day of the week, and at the weekends after 1pm.
The Club offers an array of day tickets and society packages which can be tailored to meet the needs and budgets of the visiting party and, with experience of catering for all manner of events, visiting groups can enjoy everything from a simple bacon roll and coffee on arrival to a light lunch or two course meal in formal settings following completion of their round.
The tumultuous rise and fall of the landscape in the Highlands makes it so appealing to those seeking a different type of golfing experience
The region’s breath-taking scenery surrounds moorland, heathland and links golfing gems in the north of Scotland. Combined with the natural beauty of its tranquil glens, lush forests and an incredible array of wildlife, the Highlands’ superb variety of golf courses create the perfect destination for a golfing break with friends.
For an unforgettable experience, the region of Scotland offers outstanding value and an array of non-golfing activities for off-course entertainment and non-playing family members.
The picturesque towns and villages of the Scottish Highlands offer a great choice of accommodation and quality establishment for dining and drinking as well as many wonderful attractions such as whisky distilleries, historic castles to adventure sports and salmon fishing.
Society organisers can choose from all-inclusive vacations, travelling independently or DIY golf tours with compete control over their own itinerary and the courses that they play.
A beautiful and challenging golf course…
Golf was first played over six holes at Boat of Garten Golf Club in 1898. Since this time, the golf course has been extensively redesigned by legendary golf course architect, James Braid; who extended the course in 1930 to the eighteen holes that can be enjoyed today.
A beautiful challenge