Craighead links - Crail Golfing Society
A treasure of Scottish golf
Nestled in the old market town of Crail, close to St Andrews, Balcomie Links is one of Scotland's most precious golfing treasures. Steeped in history and traditions, this course is the heir to a prestigious past: the Crail Golfing Society, founded in 1786, is one of the oldest golf clubs in the world, at a time when only six others existed.
Saint Andrews
- Number of holes: 18
- Architect: Clive Clark
- Year: 1999
- Type: links
- PAR 70
- Slope 130
- Distance: 5800m
The route in detail
Located at the eastern edge of the Kingdom of Fife, on a promontory known as Fife Ness, Balcomie retains most of its original layout, designed by the legendary Tom Morris of St Andrews. In 1895, he designed the first nine holes, before adding a second nine in 1899, thus offering a course that has stood the test of time.
A unique environment
Today, the Crail Golfing Society offers two 18-hole courses:
- Balcomie Links
- Craighead Links
Recognized and admired throughout the world, Balcomie regularly attracts the biggest names in golf, particularly during golf weeks where the Open Championship is played at St Andrews. This course offers an authentic and prestigious setting where the Scottish golf tradition is intensely experienced.
