North Berwick Golf Club - West Links

Scotland · 18 holes · Par 71 · Designed by unknown - historic course

Independently reviewed
Updated Apr 2026
Green Fee
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Holes
18
Par
71

Overview

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History

One of the world's oldest golf clubs, North Berwick is a historic links course that has hosted major championships and professional tournaments for nearly 200 years. The course is renowned for its challenging layout with natural hazards and panoramic Scottish coastal scenery.

Signature Holes

0

Known as 'The Postage Stamp' - tight and demanding hole with strategic bunkering

1

Dramatic par 3 over the burn with the famous Bass Rock visible in distance

2

Finishing hole offering views across the Firth of Forth to Edinburgh

Pros & Cons

✓ The Good

  • Historic links with legendary status
  • Stunning coastal location with Firth of Forth views
  • Accessible from Edinburgh (45 minutes)
  • Excellent clubhouse facilities
  • Traditional Scottish golf experience
  • Reasonable green fees for the quality

✗ The Challenges

  • Can be very windy and challenging
  • Fairway mats in winter may reduce playing experience
  • Busy during peak season
  • Links course means exposed to weather