Prestwick Golf Club

48 reviews

Prestigious and historic, Prestwick’s world-famous links offer golfers the thrill of playing the birthplace of The Open Championship. Experience classic Scottish golf at its finest, testing your skills on rolling fairways, deep bunkers, and scenic coastal views. An iconic destination for true golf enthusiasts.

Year Founded:

1851

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Total Length:

6,587 yards

Course Highlights

The Layout
Prestwick Golf Club is a par-71 course stretching 6,587 yards, known for its rich history and traditional links design. The layout features tight fairways, deep bunkers, and challenging greens, offering a stern test of skill and precision. With a variety of long par-4s, strategic par-3s, and tough par-5s, the course demands accurate shot-making and careful course management. The wind off the Firth of Clyde provides a dynamic challenge, ensuring no two rounds are the same.

Authenticity of the Landscape
Situated on the Ayrshire coast, Prestwick Golf Club offers stunning views over the Firth of Clyde and the Isle of Arran. The course retains its classic links characteristics with natural sand dunes, deep gorse, and heather. Prestwick is deeply rooted in golfing history, being one of the venues where The Open Championship was first held. The course’s traditional design and rugged landscape provide golfers with an authentic, memorable Scottish links experience.

Signature Holes

Hole 3: A challenging par-3 that requires a tee shot over a steep hill, with the green protected by bunkers and deep rough, making accuracy critical.
Hole 7: A long par-4, playing into the wind, with a narrow fairway and deep bunkers protecting the approach to a raised green.
Hole 18: A par-4 finishing hole that demands a strong drive down the fairway and a precise approach to a green guarded by strategically placed bunkers.

Facilities

Practice Facilities: Prestwick offers a full-length driving range, multiple putting greens, and a short-game area, providing ample space to warm up and improve your skills.
Pro Shop: A well-stocked pro shop offering premium golf equipment, apparel, and exclusive Prestwick-branded merchandise, with knowledgeable staff available for fittings and advice.

Caddie Services: Experienced caddies are available to help you navigate the course’s strategic layout and provide valuable insight into its unique challenges.
Club Rentals: High-quality rental clubs are available for those without their own, ensuring you have the proper equipment for your round.

Dining and Hospitality

Dining: The Cardinal Restaurant & Lounge serves breakfast (8–11:30 AM), lunch (11:30 AM–4 PM), and a light “Bridge” menu (4–5 PM), along with a bar offering beers, whiskies, and spirits.
Accommodation: The club is reopening Number 17 Links Road (formerly Golf View Hotel) as a Dormie House in April 2024. Meanwhile, they recommend Western House, Lochgreen House, Marine Hotel, and more.
Hospitality: Prestwick provides a classic clubhouse experience with relaxed dining, drinks, and comfortable facilities for visiting golfers.

Tournaments and Accolades

Prestigious Events Hosted

The Open Championship (Hosted here in the early years)
The Scottish Open Qualifier
The Prestwick Open

Famous Visitors

Jack Nicklaus (18-time Major Champion)
Tom Watson (5-time Open Champion)
Bobby Jones (Legendary Golfer)

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