Ayrshire

Ayrshire is Open Championship country. Royal Troon and Turnberry between them have hosted 18 Opens. Prestwick hosted the first 12. No other region in Scotland — or the world — has produced more championship golf history per square mile.

The Ayrshire coast runs south from Glasgow with views across to Arran and on clear days to Ireland. The links land is classic — firm, fast, windswept. Troon, Turnberry, Prestwick, Western Gailes, Royal Troon — these are names every serious golfer knows.

Ayrshire works well as either a standalone trip or a southern Scotland circuit combined with Glasgow. The courses are accessible, the region is well served with accommodation, and the golf is world class.

Why Ayrshire

• Turnberry Ailsa — one of the most dramatic courses in world golf

• Royal Troon — home of the Postage Stamp

• Prestwick — the birthplace of The Open Championship

• 12 courses including 5 Championship tier

Courses in Ayrshire