3 Nights, 4 Rounds
Prestwick was founded in 1851, and developed under the stewardship of Old Tom Morris, who was pried away from St Andrews to be Keeper of The Green, Club and Ball Maker.
Golfers heading to Prestwick Golf Club are assured a truly historical experience at one of the best courses in Ayrshire. As the original location of The Open Championship, it is a golf course that features amongst many bucket lists and must visit golf destinations.
Whilst the golf course has a connection with one of the originators of golf in Old Tom Morris, Prestwick has received praise from modern major championship winning greats including Tom Watson, Mark O'Meara and Ernie Els with testimonials such as "the best golf experience in the world...".
Anyone wanting a true links golf trip around the West of Scotland is sure to find a golfing paradise at Prestwick and for an extended trip venturing onto Royal Troon and Turnberry are incredible golf courses to make a golf tour of a lifetime.
3 Nights, 4 Rounds
3 Nights, 4 Rounds
3 Nights, 4 Rounds
Prestwick was the first course on the Open rota when the tournament was held there in 1860, the members raised money through entry fees to purchase a red morocco belt with silver clasps, and was won by Musselburgh's Willie Park. When Young Tom Morris won three successive titles from 1868, he was awarded the belt permanently, necessitating the purchase of the now famous Claret Jug in 1872.
It is only the Old Course at St Andrews that has hosted more Open Championships than Prestwick. Today's visitors can expect a traditional charismatic links course, sharing the same turf as the prestigious Royal Troon, and a warm welcome in the clubhouse, where excellent food is available in both the Dining Room and the more relaxed Cardinal Room.
| Par | 71 |
|---|---|
| Designed by | Old Tom Morris |
| Opened for play | 1851 |
| Previously hosted | The Open (24 times) |
| Championship | 6,908 yards | SSS 74 |
|---|---|---|
| Medal | 6,551 yards | SSS 73 |
| Senior | 5,973 yards | SSS 71 |
| Ladies | 5,571 yards | SSS 74 |
Prestwick was the first course on The Open rota and has held The Open a total of 24 times, the last being in 1925.
| Year | Winner | Country | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | Jim Barnes | England | 300 gross |
| 1914 | Harry Vardon | Jersey | 306 gross |
| 1908 | James Braid | Scotland | 291 gross |
| 1903 | Harry Vardon | Jersey | 300 gross |
| 1898 | Harry Vardon | Jersey | 307 gross |
| 1893 | William Auchterlonie | Scotland | 322 gross |
| 1890 | John Ball | England | 162 gross |
| 1887 | Willie Park Jnr. | Scotland | 161 gross |
| 1884 | Jack Simpson | Scotland | 160 gross |
| 1881 | Bob Ferguson | Scotland | 170 gross |
| 1878 | Jamie Anderson | Scotland | 157 gross |
| 1875 | Willie Park Snr. | Scotland | 166 gross |
| 1872 | Young Tom Morris | Scotland | 166 gross |
| 1870 | Young Tom Morris | Scotland | 149 gross |
| 1869 | Young Tom Morris | Scotland | 157 gross |
| 1868 | Young Tom Morris | Scotland | 154 gross |
| 1867 | Old Tom Morris | Scotland | 170 gross |
| 1866 | Old Tom Morris | Scotland | 169 gross |
| 1865 | Andrew Strath | Scotland | 162 gross |
| 1864 | Old Tom Morris | Scotland | 167 gross |
| 1863 | Willie Park Snr. | Scotland | 168 gross |
| 1862 | Old Tom Morris | Scotland | 163 gross |
| 1861 | Old Tom Morris | Scotland | 163 gross |
| 1860 | Willie Park Snr. | Scotland | 174 gross |
Paul
✓24 Oct 2025
An absolute must play if you are in the area. Not long by any standards, but full of fun, tricky and memorable golf holes. The welcome and clubhouse are very hard to better.
Mark
✓27 Jun 2025
Welcome fantastic weather was tough Caddy Tim perfect 👌🏼 Andy and Bobby caddy masters looked after us very well 👍🏼
Jeremy
✓27 Jun 2025
Blind shots and hard to find way round. Not as good expected
Sam
✓16 Feb 2025
The course and club was everything I’d hoped, heaped in history the clubhouse was an experience all on its own! The course is in a world of its own, thoroughly enjoyable day here and cannot wait to go back. If you’re obsessed this place is a must visit to appreciate the game and its history.
Andrew
✓9 Sep 2024
A few "quirky " holes which the starter did warn us about, but a great course with fantastic views
Philip
✓11 May 2024
Excellent - winter greens a little slow
Paul
✓10 May 2024
This is one of the most historic courses going and every golfer should make the effort to play it once and make their own minds up. We enjoyed it although some of the early holes are a bit ‘bomb alley’ and daunting for first timers. After the third hole it opens a little and we thoroughly enjoyed the day. We will definitely return and that says it all. Food and staff afterwards were a credit to PGC.
Mike
✓23 Sep 2023
Lovely course. Interesting blind holes. Good condition. Shared fairway on two holes not so great. Interesting 17th and a nice easy drivable par 4 to finish.
Andrew
✓15 Aug 2023
Loved the tradition and history.
Ben
✓9 May 2023
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Yes
Very limited availability on Saturday
£50 plus £10-15 tip
There are 2 bars on site
There is complimentary car parking
