Machrihanish Golf Club

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Machrihanish Golf Club

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Machrihanish Golf Club, set along Scotland’s rugged Kintyre Peninsula, offers a captivating links experience. Famous for its exhilarating opening tee shot across the Atlantic, golfers enjoy rolling fairways, strategic bunkers, natural dunes, and spectacular ocean vistas, creating a timeless course rich in history and tradition.

Year Founded:

1876

No. of Holes:

No. of Par:

Total Length:

6,521 yards

Course Highlights

The Layout
Machrihanish Golf Club is a par-71 course stretching 6,521 yards, offering a world-class test of links golf. The layout features challenging par-4s, strategic par-3s, and risk-reward par-5s, all set against the rugged coastline of the Kintyre Peninsula. Known for its deep bunkers, undulating greens, and narrow fairways, Machrihanish demands precision and strategy from its golfers. The winds from the Atlantic Ocean add an unpredictable challenge, ensuring that each round at Machrihanish is unique.

Authenticity of the Landscape
Located on the beautiful Kintyre Peninsula, Machrihanish Golf Club offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and surrounding hills. The course’s traditional links design, with its natural dunes, gorse, and heather, offers an authentic Scottish golfing experience. Established in 1876, Machrihanish remains a classic example of links golf, providing golfers with a connection to the history and tradition of the game in one of the most scenic locations in Scotland.

Signature Holes

Hole 4: A challenging par-4 that requires an accurate tee shot down a narrow fairway, followed by a precise approach to a green protected by deep bunkers.
Hole 6: A long par-5 that plays into the wind, with a narrow fairway and deep rough on both sides, demanding both power and accuracy to reach the green in regulation.
Hole 18: A par-4 finishing hole with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, requiring a precise drive and approach to a green surrounded by bunkers and the wind.

Facilities

Practice Facilities: Includes a full-length driving range, putting greens, and a short-game area to help golfers warm up and improve their skills before taking on the course.
Pro Shop: A well-stocked pro shop offering premium golf equipment, apparel, and Machrihanish-branded merchandise, with helpful staff available for custom fittings and advice.

Caddie Services: Experienced caddies are available to help golfers navigate Machrihanish’s challenging layout, offering valuable insights into the course’s unique hazards and strategies.
Club Rentals: High-quality rental clubs are available, ensuring golfers have the right equipment for their round.

Dining and Hospitality

Clubhouse Dining: Offers a restaurant and bar with stunning course views. Open daily, reservations recommended (+44 1586 810213).
Nearby Accommodation: Stay at The Ugadale Hotel & Cottages (4-star with dining), Dunlossit House (B&B overlooking the course), or other local options.
Additional Dining: The Old Clubhouse Pub (traditional Scottish fare) and Harbourview Grille (luxury dining with harbor views).

Tournaments and Accolades

Prestigious Events Hosted

The Scottish Open Qualifier
The Machrihanish Open
The Kintyre Golf Championship

Famous Visitors

Tom Watson (5-time Open Champion)
Seve Ballesteros (5-time Major Champion)
Colin Montgomerie (European Tour Legend)

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