Prestwick Golf Club

Prestwick Golf Club
Links Road
Prestwick
Ayrshire KA9 1QG

Phone(s): +44 (0) 1292 671020
Fax: +44 (0) 1292 447255
Website: prestwickgc.co.uk

Prestwick is one of the oldest golf clubs in the world and stakes claim as the original host to the British Open in 1860. The course was only 12 holes back then, but was later stretched to 18 by Old Tom Morris. Today, the Open has moved next door to Royal Troon when its in this neck of Ayrshire, but Prestwick still demands utmost respect from first-time guests, as it features narrow fairways and rugged dunes creating many blind shots. Players are most advised to take caddies along. Prestwick's clubhouse also features a wonderful collection of golf memorabilia.

The 17th green at Prestwick Golf Club can't be seen from the fairway due to a large dune. ( Photo by Brandon Tucker )

With rolling dunes and a scent of heather in the air, Prestwick is a classic Scottish links course.

Prestwick hosted the first 12 British Opens, starting in 1860 ( Photo by Tim McDonald )

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Golf course details

Holes: 18
Designed by: Old Tom Morris
Year opened: 1851
Golf Season: Year round
Guest Policy: Handicap requirement: Limits are 24 for men and 28 for ladies
Tee times welcomed: Yes
Fairways:
Greens:

Facilities

Pro in house: Yes
Driving range: Yes
Rental clubs: Yes - £30
Rental carts: Electric carts are not permitted due to the terrain of the course. However one single seater is available for visitors with a medical condition. They must also take a caddy

Green fees price ranges

Week days: £85 - £145
Weekends: £85 - £155
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Course policies

Metal spikes allowed:
Dress code: All visitors are expected to arrive in suitable golfing attire. Jeans, trainers, shorts (unless tailored) and round neck T-shirts are not acceptable.
Credit cards accepted: All credit cards with the exception of American Express and Diners.

Length, slope and rating for each tee

Tee	Par	Length
White	71	6544 yd.
Green	71	6910 yd.
Red (W)	71	5549 yd.