Glen Golf Club is one of the most popular seaside courses in Scotland, which was established in 1906 when Ben Sayers and James Braid were commissioned to extend the existing nine to the championship 18-hole layout, in situ today.
The course runs along the East Coast which offers striking views out to the Firth of Forth and the Bass Rock, the world’s largest northern gannet colony.
North Berwick is famous for the West Course but be under no illusions, The Glen is a fantastic complement to the West Course.
East Lothian plays host to a lot of superb golf courses and once you have past Gullane you head through the beautiful North Berwick to the East of the Town to find the Glen.
Though not greatly long at 6,300 yards, Glen is a tough test with a standard scratch of 70, and is incredibly picturesque as it winds its way along the rugged coastline above the Firth of Forth. When the wind blows off the coast, the yardage still makes for an enjoyable game of golf, but do you use the wind or fight it, your choice with the sea looking at you. The highlight is undoubtedly the little par-3 13th, where the challenge is to find the postage stamp green, perched just a hair's breadth from the sand and sea.
Often in the shadow of its neighbour, the West Links, Glen is certainly underrated, and its genuine charm make it an essential component of any golf break in East Lothian.
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A - £45
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A - There is 1 bar on site
A - There is complimentary car parking
