Muirfield Golf Course

Muirfield Golf Course is an 18-hole, par 70 championship links course located in Gullane, East Lothian, Scotland. Stretching 7,245 yards from the championship tees (6,728 yards from men's tees), the course features a distinctive routing where the opening nine holes circle clockwise around the property's perimeter, while the back nine run anti-clockwise on an inner circuit. The course is home to The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers, whose history dates to 1744 when they codified the original Rules of Golf at Leith Links.

Originally designed by Old Tom Morris in 1891 with 16 holes, Muirfield has undergone significant refinements by renowned architects Harry Colt (1925), Tom Simpson (1930s), and Martin Hawtree (2011). The course has hosted 16 Open Championships, including the first Open played over 72 holes in 1892, plus 11 Amateur Championships and the Ryder, Walker, and Curtis Cups. Most recently, Muirfield hosted the AIG Women's Open Championship in August 2022, cementing its reputation as one of golf's most historic championship venues.

Green fees are £395 for 18 holes or £605 for 36 holes with lunch included. Visitors have access to a full driving range, chipping area, and putting green with complimentary practice balls. Additional services include caddie hire (£70 per round), buggy rental (£40 per round), and clubhouse dining with 2-course lunch at £30 or 3-course at £35. The original clubhouse, built in 1891 for £1,574, sits behind the 18th green and houses an unrivalled collection of golf memorabilia.

Visitors are welcomed on Tuesdays and Thursdays (excluding Public Holidays) and must hold a recognized handicap of 24 or less, with a minimum age of 12. Play format is fourballs in the morning and foursomes (alternate shot) in the afternoon, with a committed pace of play of 4 hours 10 minutes. For bookings and inquiries, contact +44 1620 842123 or visit www.muirfield.org.uk.