1st in “Top Modern Courses in Great Britain and Ireland”

Golfweek, 2024

Golfweek Top Modern Course in Great Britain and Ireland

11th in “Great Britain & Ireland Top 100”

Golf World, 2022

Top 100 Course in Great Britain and Ireland

No 1 in Europe in “The 50 Greatest Courses Created in the Last 50 Years”

Golf Magazine, 2009

No. 1 Course in Europe, Golf Magazine

“Golf Course of the Year, Scotland”

IATGO, 2020

Iagto Golf Course of the year, Scotland

Ranked No.1 “Scotland’s Best Golf Experience”

Scottish Golf Tourism Awards, 2014, 2015, 2016 & 2018

No.1 Scotlands Best Golf Experience - Scottish Golf Tourism Awards

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

“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

  • We had an amazing day and the course for nearly November was extraordinary. But it’s not just the course that sets you apart it’s the wonderful staff you have working at Kingsbarns.’

    Gary W, UK - November

     ‘The course was in outstanding condition, and the practice facilities were fantastic a real credit to everyone involved. It was a fantastic experience from start to finish.’

    Owens A, UK - October

    ‘I played with my son and our experience was top notch, from the initial booking through the day of golf and caddie services (along with a couple of pints after the round!).  The day could not have been better and the course is one of the best I have ever played!’

    Sutton J, USA - October

    ‘It was real delight for us to have the opportunity to play there, the complete day exceeded our expectations, from booking through to leaving at the end of our round, every aspect was covered to the smallest detail and was complemented by the very friendly and welcoming staff contributing to a magnificent experience. ‘

    Walker L, UK - September

    ‘I just wanted to say thank you! Our day at Kingsbarns was such an incredible time! From the guys out front, the starter, James and Stuart our caddies, and all the staff at lunch, the day was overwhelmingly great!

    We played 15 rounds of golf in 9 days while in Scotland and your course was our favorite! The course conditions and views were unlike anything we’ve ever seen.’

    Rich J, USA - September

    “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

    “We had an absolutely amazing experience from the moment we arrived to the moment we left.”

    George M, USA – July

    “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

    “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

    “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

    “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

    “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

    ‘It was real delight for us to have the opportunity to play there, the complete day exceeded our expectations, from booking through to leaving at the end of our round, every aspect was covered to the smallest detail and was complemented by the very friendly and welcoming staff contributing to a magnificent experience. ‘

    “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

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Magazine and Awards Rankings

  • Golf Digest

    22nd in ”World’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses”

    2024-2025

  • Golfweek

    1st in ”Top Modern Courses in Great Britain and Ireland”

    2024

  • Golf World

    11th in “Great Britain & Ireland”

    2022

  • Golf World

    1st in ”Top 100 Modern Courses in Europe”

    2021

  • Golf World Magazine

    6th in ”Scotland’s Top 100 Golf Courses”

    2021

  • Golfscape.com

    13th in ”World’s Top 100 Golf Courses”

    2020

  • Golf World

    21st in “Top 100 World Courses (you can play)”

    2020

  • Iagto

    Golf Course of the Year, Scotland

    2020

  • National Club Golfer

    5th in ”Scotland’s Top 100 Golf Courses”

    2019

  • Golf Monthly

    15th in “Top 100 Courses of UK and Ireland”

    2019-2020

  • Golf Course Architecture

    19th in “Architects’ Choice Top 100 Golf Courses in the World”

    2013

  • Scottish Golf Tourism Awards

    Ranked No.1 “Scotland’s Best Golf Experience”

    2014-2016 & 2018

  • Golf World Magazine

    8th in ”UK and Ireland Top 100 Golf Courses”

    2019

  • Golf Magazine

    No 1 in Europe in “The 50 Greatest Courses Created in the Last 50 Years”

    2009

  • Golf Magazine

    11th in the World in “The 50 Greatest Courses Created in the Last 50 Years”

    2009

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