I'm not a golfer, so I can only comment on the aesthetic qualities of this public golf course!…read more It's the first one of its kind I've come across and knowing how expensive golf memberships can be, I think it's a fantastic idea. Having relocated to Bruntsfield for the last month or so, I've had to walk through the Links to the adjoining Meadows park at least fifty times! It's been pleasant and relaxing though, and like all the public parks in Edinburgh it's wonderfully maintained; old gnarley trees not out of place in Edins and plenty of plush, green grass! Size-wise, there are no extensive holes, and I'd say it's a place better designed to practice putting. It's well utilized by the location population, usually irrespective of the weather, and for the non-golfing folk such as myself, it's a great place to relax with a book or have a little picnic. Granted you MIGHT get hit in the head by a golf ball, but there are areas where this risk is significantly reduced.

The Links are a hillier alternative to Meadows. It's also way emptier most of the time. Beware of…read moregolfers, though. They're merciless, or at least I generally assume they are. I'd say it's a safe assumption to make of all people who wield metal rods. And hit things with it. On purpose. Rumour goes that the Links are hilly because there are thousands of plague victims buried there. The same goes for Greyfriar's Graveyard. But that makes more sense than a public park. The Links has a spectacular view of Arthur's Seat (on the days there isn't fog and generally miserable weather), and as you walk up towards the end of the park and look up towards Bruntsfield you'll get a great glimpse of the waterfront too. In the Summertime, it's a perfect place to go if you're feeling particularly sentimental at around 4 in the morning after a party or two, to watch the sunrise. Yes, the sun rises around 4-5 am here now. You may as well go crazy and watch the sunset around 10-11 from there too!

I don't play golf, but went for a dog walk here and the course looks incredible. I know we have the…read morebest courses in the world, and St Andrew's is the pinnacle. Gorgeous space and beautiful views in a lovely town.

What a treat it was to walk the Old Course here at the birthplace of golf.  This is the world's…read moreoldest golf course, and golf started here in the early 15th century.  We were super lucky to be scheduled to come here on a Sunday when the course is closed for play (except for pro tournaments) and open to the public like us to meander about.  Yet there was an untimely pro tournament ongoing the day we were here, the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship, but fortunately play had moved along, and we could still wander about.  The wife and I got onto the 18th fairway and captured a memorable photo with the famous Royal and Ancient Golf Club clubhouse situated by the 18th green.  The British Open is often played here, and I've uninterestingly watched snippets of it over the years, but in the future it will be fun to watch it much more closely as I've now set foot on this famous course.  I also in retrospect wished I had time to go by the 17th hole, widely known to be the golf world's most famous and difficult par 4 hole.  You can look it up, it's riiidiiiculous! and major championships have been lost or won on that hole.  Anyway, it was a wonderful once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit here, and in good weather to boot.

Lovely links course that has been around forever! Guinness Book of World Records states it's the…read moreoldest recorded golf course still in play. ... Surrounded by horse racing course. Lovely grounds.

Nice little Links course. It seems easy but the bunkers come into play often. The very long 200+…read moreyd par 3s protected by bunkers are a little odd especially as we had winds of 15-20 mph into us. If you're in the area... This would be a fun intro round.

what a great place, what charming staff. went in on a miserable rainy afternoon and they couldnt…read morehave been nicer to myself and the kids. the bacon rolls and coffee were also rather gorgeous.

While traveling abroad to Edinburgh, I wanted to visit a golf course in the north place of golf…read more This course is not a far walk/drive from Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh. While walking there, my siblings and I got "lost" because the GPS doesn't take you to the club house exactly. We eventually make it to the hotel and find a fellow with golf clubs. We asked about the golf club and he graciously invited us to ride with him in his personal vehicle to the club house and course just up the hill. His name was Ian and he is the current golf club president at Prestonfield. He was wonderfully nice as was the rest of the staff. If we had had more time I would have loved to have played this course. They invite visitors and welcome them with open arms. Highly recommend this place as a visit if you are in the area.

I'm not a golfer, so excuse the lack of technical knowledge here. I am, however, a student and…read morealways out on pub golf nights. Thus, I've been in here a few times for inspiration - but never bought anything because it's quite pricey. They sell all your typical golf needs - clothes, putters, shoes etc etc. It's your one-stop-golf shop! the staff are really friendly too, I always feel quite bad for looking around and not buying. They must have cottoned on by now, surely. Overall, if you need inspiration or if you want something golf-related, this is your place!!

If you need anything golf related, the Rose Street Golf Shop is the place to go. Situated in the…read morecentre of Rose Street, the Golf Shop is right in the centre of the city and it is just around the corner from the main shopping street in Edinburgh, Princes Street, and so it is a convenient place to reach. I am not really that into golfing, but one of my friends love it (probably borderline obsessed with it) and he is always raving about this store and so I came with him one time, and I have to say, I absolutely loved this store. It sells absolutely everything you could ever require in order to play golf. They sell the clubs, balls, clothes, shoes, bags, hats and a vast range of golfing accessories. I will admit that I was pretty tempted to buy a women's golfing jumper as it looked beautiful and soft, but I restrained myself! The staff in the Golf Shop are really friendly and welcoming and are incredibly knowledgeable about everything relating to golf, and so no matter what your question is, these guys will be able to answer it. Rose Street Golf Shop is a little gem of a store, and you don't have to be a golfing enthusiast to appreciate it.

Had the misfortune of having our wedding here on Friday 21/02/25 - after many years of hearing good…read morethings about this venue and picking this venue for its quality reputation I can't begin to say how utterly disappointed I am that when it came to my big day to find the place has turned into the Fawlty towers of West Lothian... Poor (if any) communication, a management team who genuinely don't give a toss about the customer being happy- either that or they are even more ambivalent to how atrocious the service they are providing actually is, inadequately trained incompetent staff (with the rare exception of one or two decent staff who are too good for the place and their good nature taken advantage by the lazy lazy management team), An "events /wedding coordinator who not only is totally clueless but doesn't even dress appropriately or respectfully - couldn't be 100% certain as she wasn't around that much but looked like tracky bottoms and scruffy shirt (same clothes on the 2 days we saw her) not even tucked in - the 4 brief moments we saw this woman over 2 days - day of wedding and day before wedding she was totally clueless - no clear communications on how day was to run, no walk through or run through of wedding - this woman is clearly uninterested and untrained and looks as if she is making things up as she goes along - 4th co ordinator in 3 months I have no doubt she won't last long! - nothing followed through and can't trust or rely on anything said by her or the new general manager, untrained staff - never ever heard of a trained bar staff not knowing what a glass of white wine was or how to make a fizzy orange, made up prices - identical rounds different prices throughout the night, we had to move furniture in between wedding breakfast and evening reception ourself, no signage to show guests where to go ... I could go on and on ... This used to be a well respected venue - no longer the case over the last year - since my wedding I've heard so many stories from previous brides over the last year who have all had similar experiences! if you want a dream wedding or party - anything that you care about details and things being done right - steer clear from this venue at least until this incompetent management team have been replaced and if the latest Mr Masters promises you the world (he does come across pretty plausible the first time you meet him ) - take anything he says with a pinch of salt and be prepared to see the nasty side of him if you dare to disagree with him or own your own opinion - that of course if he even bothers picking up his messages or returning correspondence! not to mention, the linen used for our wedding, not being replaced, but simply turned over for the wedding the next day!! Guests charge £17.49 for 4 shots -- how in the hell does that add up?? £4.37.25 a shot??? Cans of coke being charged between £2.20 and £2.75. Untrained staff behind the bar, gym staff working the bar, constantly hounded to go to reception to pay a bill, that appeared out of no where, itemised bill requested and still not provided, wine that was to be poured only for meal guests being freely handed out and put on tables for the evening guests (deliberately in my opinion simply to make the money on the corkage), that wine when eventually removed from the tables disappeared downstairs (we had no guests downstairs!!), the list goes on and on and on!! No key to lock the bridal room, even although we weren't offered it until wedding planner number 3, no offer of a safe to put cards etc into (been told by an ex member of staff that 2 staff were sacked for stealing money out of wedding cards), no signage to guide guests, so we had guests appearing from all doors left right and centre meaning we could not great them properly, bride in the room ready to make her appearance and the untrained bar staff are still moving stock around (that looked terrible in our wedding videos and very unprofessional), the meals that we got at the sampler were at least twice the size of what was served, and requests to change some things wasnt met at all. 5 wedding planners since October probably tells a story, and the fact we have spoke to past staff as well re what goes on inside the venue, was a real eye opener!! -- 2 staff for a 200 person event, that walked out during it leaving one person to do the full event themselves, dirty glasses the list goes on and on. Any ex staff who wish to send us any other info, please do, or any others who have had a disaster at the venue, please message us as well -- we are going to take it to the media as well as a lawyer. Needless to say 5 days later and we have had no reply from Keith (the new general manager) - but no surprise there as he doesnt answer any emails or voicemails etc sent to him anyway, Martin Smith (group CEO), Derek Adams (Finance Director), John Muir (Owner), William McAllister (operations director).

Deerpark is a favourite for nights out in Livingston, partly because of the lack of anything better…read moreto do.. The bowling alley is fairly standard although it's a tad dated but they have side bumpers for the kids and on certain nights the bowling is glow in the dark which is kind of cool. The bowling alley also has a bar which serves food. The food itself is a bit dear for basic food and the drinks are very expensive with a limited choice. There are a few arcade machines and pool tables too just in case you get bored of bowling You never expect bowling alleys to be clean and shiny, this one is exactly what you expect not bad for a night out.

By far, the best all around experience our group had over 5 rounds of golf. The guys who helped us…read morewere so fun and I had a good score. Thank you.

For the record, I shot a bogey on 18th better than Jean Van de Velde! I can't believe they've…read moreetched is name into the cement where he hit it into the water known as Barry Burn. Amazing course with stunning views of the coast. Expect to play in the wind and hail at times even in April. We were worried when it snowed the night before but the course told us to come out anyways and would wait until the weather improved which it did. The temperature was 38 degrees when we started and ended at 45 degrees. It was still one of the greatest days of golf that I could remember.

Nice peaceful hotel…read more Its about 25min from the Edinburgh castle Pros Rooms fairly big Large bathroom Very nice grounds right on a golf course Parking Bed comfortable Bfast included. Large variety Cons No ac Limited food options closeby It's a maze inside finding room. Also lots of steps so could be challenging with luggage

The Dalmahoy is an absolutely beautiful hotel and golf resort. Peaceful, immaculately maintained,…read moreand surrounded by stunning greens, it truly feels like an escape. The resort features two golf courses--one perfect for beginners and intermediate players, and another designed for seasoned pros. The staff could not have been friendlier, and the hotel itself, built in a classic Scottish country style, immediately makes you feel welcome. Our room was spacious and elegant, with a wonderfully comfortable bed and a serene courtyard view that made for such a restful stay. The amenities are excellent too: daily fitness classes with instructors, a large swimming pool, and a pro golf shop. For golfers, the greens are nothing short of a dream.

Want a Scottish golf experience that's 3 Miles from downtown Edinburgh? This is the spot. Hilly,…read moregreat views, tranquil and challenging - this course has it all. My son and I played a round walking in under 3.5 hours with rental clubs and walked away totally satisfied. At 6,600 yards from the tips and great variations in the holes (and did I mention fantastic views?), this course delivered without having to travel great distances. I am an under 10 handicap and it delivered interest.