1st in “Top Modern Courses in Great Britain and Ireland”
Golfweek, 2024
11th in “Great Britain & Ireland Top 100”
Golf World, 2022
No 1 in Europe in “The 50 Greatest Courses Created in the Last 50 Years”
Golf Magazine, 2009
“Golf Course of the Year, Scotland”
IATGO, 2020
Ranked No.1 “Scotland’s Best Golf Experience”
Scottish Golf Tourism Awards, 2014, 2015, 2016 & 2018
From our Visitors
“My experience that I had jointly with my Dad, was absolutely fantastic. This statement is applicable to everything from the quality of the Course to the hospitality the staff provided us.”
— Emil W, Sweden - September 2024
“Thank you for your hospitality for the day. It was my first time at Kingsbarns and certainly will not be the last, the bar staff couldn’t have been happier when greeting us at 7am on a wet windy morning and the starters couldn’t have been more helpful. We were blown away by the levels of service you offer at Kingsbarns along with a golf course which I would certainly rank higher than it is currently in the UK”
— Joe H, United Kingdom - August 2024
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“From the initial inquiry to the time that we shook hands with our playing companions and the caddies on the last green, simply put our experience could not have been any better and was the best of our 11-day trip. The booking experience was cordial and efficient. We drove out for a look around the day before we played and were welcomed by the staff.”
— Kirk M, USA – August 2024
“We had an absolutely amazing experience from the moment we arrived to the moment we left.”
— George M, USA – July 2024
“Our day at Kingsbarns was an unforgettable experience. A beautiful course, wonderful people (everybody from the welcoming staff to the caddies to the people in the pro shop), and a golfing experience we won’t soon forget.”
— Surpit P, USA – JUNE 2024
“Had the honor and privilege of getting the Kingsbarns Experience last week with my son and 3 new friends who never played Kingsbarns or witnessed the Kingsbarns Experience before imagine that right. Want to say thank you for making our visit so special again and being our favorite golfing Experience in Scotland.”
— James M, USA – June 2024
“Just wanted to give some feedback on our visit to Kingsbarns yesterday, the welcome, hospitality and attention to detail that was provided was second to none, we were made to feel extremely welcome and found the facilities first class, well done and thank you for a thoroughly enjoyable visit.”
— Stuart G, Scotland – May 2024
“We had such an AMAZING time at Kingsbarns.. From the booking process, to the welcome team, pro shop crew as well as the great souvenir selection, restaurant crew, you name it... All first-class service .What a spectacular golf course too.”
— Matt H, USA – May 2024
“I did want to let you know how enjoyable we found the experience, and our enjoyment was a direct result of the wonderful people that you have working at the club – the caddies, starters, attendants and servers were all a pleasure to be around. Every single person working on April 3, 2024 went above and beyond.”
— Thomas H, USA – April 2024
“Kingsbarns was amazing - had a great time. Will definitely be back. Can’t think of anything that I would change. Everyone was lovely and so welcoming. The greens and course were exceptional!”
Lewis F, UK – March 2024
Magazine and Awards Rankings
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Golf Digest
22nd in ”World’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses”
2024-2025
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Golfweek
1st in ”Top Modern Courses in Great Britain and Ireland”
2024
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Golf World
11th in “Great Britain & Ireland”
2022
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Golf World
1st in ”Top 100 Modern Courses in Europe”
2021
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Golf World Magazine
6th in ”Scotland’s Top 100 Golf Courses”
2021
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Golfscape.com
13th in ”World’s Top 100 Golf Courses”
2020
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Golf World
21st in “Top 100 World Courses (you can play)”
2020
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Iatgo
Golf Course of the Year, Scotland
2020
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National Club Golfer
5th in ”Scotland’s Top 100 Golf Courses”
2019
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Golf Monthly
15th in “Top 100 Courses of UK and Ireland”
2019-2020
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Golf Course Architecture
19th in “Architects’ Choice Top 100 Golf Courses in the World”
2013
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Scottish Golf Tourism Awards
Ranked No.1 “Scotland’s Best Golf Experience”
2014-2016 & 2018
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Golf World Magazine
8th in ”UK and Ireland Top 100 Golf Courses”
2019
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Golf Magazine
No 1 in Europe in “The 50 Greatest Courses Created in the Last 50 Years”
2009
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Golf Magazine
11th in the World in “The 50 Greatest Courses Created in the Last 50 Years”
2009
From the Professionals
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“It’s a great course. Kingsbarns is a really great addition to the new links golf courses and one that’s always a pleasure to play.”
Padraig Harrington
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“The course is really nice, it’s a good design and it’s good for all kind of players. Hole 12 is beautiful. It’s unbelievable playing so close to the sea. It is great.”
Ernie Els
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“I always enjoy coming to Kingsbarns. It’s a great set-up here; a lovely old style clubhouse, good range, good facilities and everyone is really welcome here.”
Richie Ramsay
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“I would say my favourite hole would be the par 5, third hole. It’s very scenic and also a very fun hole to play.”
Edouardo Molinari
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"I love Kingsbarns. I have got great memories here. Kyle Phillips has done a great job - He knows what he is doing when he is designing.”
Rory McIlroy
