4.5 stars I am not quite sure why it took 3 trips to…read moreScotland before getting this course on the itinerary. North Berwick Golf Club was founded in 1832. According to one reliable source that makes it the thirteenth oldest golf club in the world. It is a very beautiful place -- great seaside course that is very picturesque and a great test of golf as well. The course does have a few quirks, but actually make it all the more interesting. One of the most memorable starters of all our trips as well...I really would love to opportunity to play here again some day...

A true gem. Ancient stone walls come into play on numerous shots. This is golf as it was originally…read moreplayed. The interesting terrain was shaped not by the capricious whims of man, with computer aided design software and earth-moving equipment, but by nature herself. The course heads west (back towards Edinburgh) on the outward nine and turns east to town on the back nine forming a kind of figure eight. The 18th hole is a short par four, and could be an easy birdie hole, but like St Andrews, a road runs down the right side and an offline shot could easily go thru a car window or worse, as there are houses on the other side of the road.... Short drive from Edinburgh so if you are in the neighborhood there is no excuse to miss this piece of living history....

A day at the races has never been on my list of fun days out. But I am a changed man…read more Ventured along here the other week on the opening day for a mate's stag do, and had an absolute blast. And that had nothing to do with the fact I walked away in profit... Okay perhaps 1 star had soemthing to do with that. Bt all my pre-conceptions of what to expect from a day at Musselburgh Racecourse were quashed within an hour. I expected over-priced, watered-down drinks. After all where else could you get your refreshments from? For the day we belonged to them. But no, the proces at MRC are no more expensive than a city centre bar or a night in Stockbridge. And there are plenty of bars and tents to get your beverages from, even Hamilton's of (the aformentioned) Stockbridge provide a cocktail tent here for those not after a pint or voddy and coke. Food is provided by way of a number of stands, the like of which you might find at a festival or football match. One in particular provided the crispiest, best takeaway chips I've tried in a long long time. And of course there's the racing itself. 7 races throughout the day, often intermingled with races from other parts of the country fed to us by way of some massive screens about the place. Whether you indulge in a flutter or not, it's a good laugh. But I defy anyone who puts on one wee bet, not to put on another. Good fun if you don't take it too seriously. Admittedly we got lucky with the weather. The day was awesomely sunny, with only a few minutes rain which did little to hamper our mood, and attracted a large crowd, many of whom were familiar faces to me, so that was another plus point to the experience. The whole day carried a festival atmosphere about it, largely down to the presence of the sun. The only thing I found lacking throughout the day was a bit of music. MRC would improve massively if they had a live band on hand, either out in the sun or within the confines of a tent. Or a DJ or even just a jukebox, the introduction of music - between races of course - would go a long way to increasing the draw of the MRC. Go now before the sun's gone.

I've been to a few race courses in the UK and abroad and I have to say that this is genuinely my…read morefavourite so far. I went to a family day here for the first time only a few weeks ago and man was I impressed... MRC has a lovely atmosphere as soon as you walk through the turnstile. It seems almost serene, even when it's buzzing with race-goers in between each race. I've now been to MRC twice, once at a day event and then again for a carnival evening. The only bug bear of the place being the long queues at the cash machine as it takes at least 5 minutes per person to get money out...I think they may be running on 3G or wifi with a router that's miles away! Anyway, the short of it is that it needs sorting. I think it depends on what kind of race day it is with regards to the food stalls that are there. The fish & chip van is worth a mention for the chips as they were the best ones I've had from a van. Very tasty! The last meet I went to they had a sushi van which was actually quite delicious and made a great change to the usual eateries you would find at any race track. Oh and there's a S. Luca ice cream van...really quaint and yummy! Surprisingly the majority of the place is buggy friendly and the fact that there are so many family days on during the race season is a testament to that welcoming quality it has. I'm happy to say I live around the corner from here and will definitely be inviting friends and family in the future to MRC.

We played Jubilee in St. Andrews and Western Gailes outside Glasgow during a Scotland trip and Elie…read morewas very easily our favorite course. The staff were great, but probably more importantly the course was amazing and didn't have to rely solely on being narrow to make it challenging. If your thing is having a great view of the coast, this is also your jam. This is the easily the best course we played in Scotland and one of the best courses we've played in any country. They do an excellent job of using elevation change, bunkers, and undulations to make the course extremely interesting. We will absolutely be back.

4.5 stars If I…read moreremember correctly, this was the first course I ever played in Scotland. I was a wee bit nervous and excited -- and the first tee didn't help. It's a blind shot and am sure more than one person has hit the starter's quarters off the tee. Fortunately I did not add my name to that list. The first Club The Elie and Earlsferry Golf Club was formed in 1832. A clubhouse or what was known as a golf house was built in 1875, and the opportunity was taken to use this name to form a new club in the same year, The Golf House Club. By 1896 more land had been leased enabling an 18 hole course to be laid out, which bar a few minor alterations is the course played today. It's a very fun course and a great layout -- a little tight in a few areas with good exposure to the elements -- the wind certainly does blow. Our last trip to Scotland included another visit to Elie and it proved to be just as enjoyable (even if it poured for half of the round). A good value as well. Hope to return.

4.5 stars Lundin was…read morefounded in 1868, on a Tom Morris course and redesigned in 1908-09 by five times Open Champion James Braid. I loved this course. Great layout with some very interesting holes. Very scenic and beautiful. The first 6 holes are probably the strongest on the course -- but all of us agreed this was a tremendous course and a must play. All in all a very memorable and enjoyable day at a historic and treasured place. Hope to return!

Nice little course near village of Colinton. Course isn't the longest but between blind holes and…read moresome steep hills then it's not for the faint hearted. Clubhouse is smallish but does offer snacks etc , overall cheap day out for a game if that's what your looking for.

Great course for a council owned course. Is always well kept. Very flat but does provide a bit of a…read morechallenge for regular playing. Is always very windy and this is what adds to the challenge of the course. The first is a straight par 4 and gets you of to a nice start. For children round prices are 4.50 for a weekday and 6.50 for a weekend.

Carrick Knowe golf course is a municipal course located to the west of Edinburgh near the Zoo. The…read morecourse is pretty well maintained although the greens can be quite poor on some occasions. It is also pretty flat and not overly challenging. I've never been here while it's been overly busy so that makes for a more peaceful round. I've also never been in the club house, but it doesn't look the nicest or most sophisticated. Prices are the same here as any other Edinburgh Council Municipal Courses but I think you can find better deals on normal courses through things like Spree.

Situated within Bruntsfield Links is the world's oldest short hole golf course in the world! Yes,…read morefor any fan of golf, this 36 hold small golf course is a must! I've played it a few times, all you need really is a pitching wedge, possibly some high irons and a putter. These 36 holes provide a good practice ground for golfers, well amateur golfers at that, to test and improve their short game. Also, if you do not have any clubs then you can hire some from the Golf Tavern for a fee. Indeed, they have offers from as little as £12 for hiring clubs, combined with having a meal and having a drink! Well worth it! The course is great fun on a nice day in Edinburgh and surrounding the course are stunning views of Edinburgh, what other golf course can you see the sights of Edinburgh castle and Arthur's seat?

Great golf course. Fantastic view! On the list as "to do" if you like links courses and you don't…read moremind windy conditions!

Played this course twice now and still love it although treck up the first hole is a bit daunting…read morefor the less agile, views over seas are breathetaking , for money we paid don't hesitate to give it a try.Nice clubhouse with good food etc.