Gullane No. 1 is a historic links course dating back to 1884 that winds up, around, and down Gullane Hill—one of golf's truly unique natural amphitheaters. The course delivers what Scottish golf is supposed to feel like: humpy-bumpy fairways, lightning-fast greens, and deep sod-faced bunkers that demand precision. Every hole possesses distinct character; the standout sequence happens around the 7th tee, where you'll enjoy what many consider one of golf's finest panoramic views—Edinburgh and the Forth bridges to the west, the Firth of Forth straight ahead, and Muirfield far below. The routing brilliance means you play elevated shots over the hill on the way out and descend through coastal terrain on the back nine. Greens at Gullane are legendary—among the very best in the UK, playable year-round due to the exceptional turf quality.
What makes Gullane special is how seamlessly it integrates into the village itself. Tee off near the town center and finish back among the cottages and pubs. The club hosted the Scottish Open in 2015 and 2018 and regularly serves as Open Championship Final Qualifying. For golfers who've played Muirfield and North Berwick and think they've seen the best East Lothian has to offer, Gullane No. 1 will surprise you—it's every bit their equal, with a character all its own.
The flagship championship course, climbing Gullane Hill with world-class greens and spectacular Firth of Forth views.
Designed by Willie Park Jr., this course parallels No. 1 for the first seven holes before sweeping to a nature reserve, nearly equal in quality to its older sibling.
A shorter but deceptively challenging test at 5,134 yards, offering excellent value and equally spectacular views over Aberlady Bay.