The Prestwick Golf Club

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

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 even today the golf course 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 old memorabilia from Open's past. -- Brandon Tucker

Location: In town centre off A79.

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The Prestwick Golf Club at a glance

• Holes: 18
• Designed by: Old Tom Morris
  
• Style: Links
• Built in: 1851
• Golf Season:
• Visitor Policy: Handicap requirement: Limits are 24 for men and 28 for ladies
• Tee times welcomed:

Practice facilities & tuition

• Driving range: Yes
• Putting green: Yes
• Teaching pro:
• Golf school / golf academy:

Services

• Pro:
• Clubs for hire: Yes - £30
• Buggies for hire: 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
• Trolleys for hire: Yes - £4

Green fees

• Week days: £85 - £145
• Week-ends: £85 - £145