Muirfield

Edinburgh & East Lothian

Muirfield is one of the oldest and most prestigious golf courses in the world.

*Bookings for 2027 must be made before 23rd Feb 2-26. Start planning your golf trip to Scotland today to ensure a tee time at Muirfield*

Founded in 1744, it’s home to The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers and has hosted numerous Open Championships. Its rich history, alongside its world-class design, makes Muirfield a must-play for golf enthusiasts.

The course is known for its unique and challenging layout, each hole plays in a slightly different direction, if there’s even a hint of wind, expect to hit every club in your bag and be faced with a variety of different shots and challenges- it really is a course that gets better every time you play it.

The clubhouse experience at Muirfield is amongst the best in the game. Bring a jacket and tie as you’ll need these to enjoy the famous carvery lunch, eaten on long tables to encourage you to socialise with other groups. The dining room is adorned with some of the most interesting artifacts in golf, such as the original rules of golf, the oldest trophy in golf and priceless paintings of founding members of the Honourable Company. 

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