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Golf Breaks Fife

Fife, often called the “Home of Golf,” is one of the most iconic golfing destinations in the world. Situated on Scotland’s east coast, Fife is rich in golfing history and home to a stunning collection of world-class courses. From the legendary St Andrews to hidden gems scattered along the coastline, golf breaks Fife offer an unparalleled experience for golfers of all abilities.

 

Why Book a Fife Golf Break?

Fife is synonymous with the origins of the game, making it a pilgrimage for golf enthusiasts. With its prestigious courses, picturesque coastal scenery, and a wealth of historic charm, Fife is the perfect destination for a golf break. Whether you’re looking to play the legendary Old Course at St Andrews or explore lesser-known gems like Crail and Lundin Links, Fife offers a golfing experience that blends tradition, challenge, and beauty.

Golf Holiday in Fife

A golf holiday in Fife is not just about playing on world-class courses; it’s also an opportunity to immerse yourself in Scottish culture and history. Explore the charming towns and villages, enjoy fresh local seafood, and visit historic landmarks such as St Andrews Cathedral. With its blend of golfing excellence, rich heritage, and coastal beauty, a Fife golf break is a truly unforgettable experience.

 

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Golf Breaks Fife: Best Resorts for 2024/2025

Planning your next golf break? Here’s a guide to the best golfing breaks in Fife highlighting top resorts and courses for the 2024/2025 seasons.

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Golf in Fife

Every region of Scotland offers a unique golf break experience, from famous links to hidden gems. No matter where you go, Fife offers something for every golfer.

Scotland’s Championship Golf

Play on championship courses where the greatest golfers have competed. Scotland is home to renowned tournaments, making Scotland golf breaks an unforgettable experience.

Tours: Playing the Best Golf Courses in Fife

Best Destinations for Golf Breaks in Fife

1. St Andrews Links

    • Location: St Andrews
    • Highlights: Known as the “Home of Golf,” St Andrews Links is the most famous golfing destination in the world. The Old Course, with its iconic Swilcan Bridge and Road Hole, is a must-play for any serious golfer. Beyond the Old Course, St Andrews offers six other courses, including the New Course and Jubilee Course, all providing a unique blend of challenge and history. The atmosphere of playing in St Andrews, surrounded by centuries of tradition, makes it a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

2. Kingsbarns Golf Links

    • Location: Kingsbarns, near St Andrews
    • Highlights: Just a short drive from St Andrews, Kingsbarns is a modern links course that has quickly become one of Scotland’s premier golf destinations. Set along the rugged Fife coastline, Kingsbarns offers stunning sea views from almost every hole. The course is known for its strategic design and its ability to challenge golfers while providing an enjoyable experience. Kingsbarns is regularly ranked among the world’s top courses and has hosted the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship.

3. Crail Golfing Society

    • Location: Crail
    • Highlights: Crail Golfing Society, founded in 1786, is the seventh oldest golf club in the world. The Balcomie Links, designed by Old Tom Morris, offers a traditional links experience with dramatic views of the North Sea. Crail’s second course, Craighead Links, offers a contrasting layout that is more modern but equally scenic. Both courses provide a challenging and enjoyable round, with a warm and welcoming clubhouse atmosphere.

4. Lundin Golf Club

    • Location: Lundin Links
    • Highlights: Lundin Golf Club is a classic links course located along the Fife coast. Known for its challenging design, fast greens, and undulating fairways, Lundin is a favorite among golfers looking for a traditional Scottish links experience. The course offers beautiful views over the Firth of Forth, and its historic setting adds to the overall appeal. Lundin is also known for its friendly clubhouse and excellent hospitality.

5. The Torrance Course at Fairmont St Andrews

    • Location: St Andrews
    • Highlights: Part of the luxurious Fairmont St Andrews resort, the Torrance Course offers a championship links experience with modern amenities. The course has hosted numerous professional events, including the Scottish Senior Open, and features challenging bunkers, rolling fairways, and stunning coastal views. The Fairmont resort itself provides high-end accommodations, a spa, and fine dining, making it a perfect base for a golf break in Fife.

Golf travel tips for Fife

Best months for golfing weather

May to September

Best months for
value

April & October

Most popular
months

May, June & September

Our experts recommend

June

Where to Stay & Play on Your Fife Golf Break

Jubilee Course - St Andrews Links

St Andrews Links, Jubilee Course

Opened in 1897, the Jubilee Course is one of the five courses at St Andrews Links and is known for its rich history and challenging layout

Kingsbarns Golf Links

Kingsbarn Golf Links

Opened in 2000, designed by Kyle Phillips, Kingsbarns quickly gained recognition for its exceptional design and stunning seaside setting

Fairmont St Andrews - Scotland

Fairmont St Andrews

Part of the Fairmont hotel brand, offering world-class golf facilities and hospitality in a historic golfing region

Popular Golf Resorts for Golf Breaks

Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa

Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa

Fairmont St Andrews - Scotland

Fairmont St Andrews - Scotland

Ardgowan Hotel, St Andrews

Ardgowan Hotel, St Andrews

Best Fife Golf Courses

Crail Golfing Society

Crail Golfing Society - Balcomie & Craighead Links
  • Location: Crail, Fife, Scotland
  • Views: Stunning views of the Firth of Forth and the picturesque East Neuk coastline
  • Amenities: Two championship golf courses (Balcomie and Craighead), clubhouse with dining, pro shop, practice facilities
  • History: Founded in 1786, one of the oldest golfing societies in the world, steeped in rich golfing heritage
  • Features: Classic links courses featuring natural dunes, challenging holes, and a unique coastal landscape
  • Perfect for: Golf enthusiasts, history lovers, and those seeking a traditional Scottish links golf experience with breathtaking coastal scenery

Duke's Golf Course

Duke's Golf Course St Andrews
  • Location: St Andrews, Fife, Scotland
  • Views: Sweeping views of the town of St Andrews and the rolling hills of the Fife countryside
  • Amenities: Championship golf course, clubhouse with dining, pro shop, practice facilities
  • History: Part of the Kohler portfolio, this inland course was designed by Tim Liddy in 1995 and offers a modern contrast to St Andrews’ historic links courses
  • Features: A stunning heathland course with undulating fairways, strategic bunkering, and large, fast greens, providing a tough but rewarding challenge
  • Perfect for: Golfers seeking a different side of St Andrews, blending scenic beauty with a challenging inland course that complements the iconic links experiences nearby—perfect for those who appreciate variety and want to explore a different rhythm of play in a world-famous golfing destination

Dumbarnie Golf Links

Dumbarnie Golf Links Scotland
  • Location: Leven, Fife, Scotland
  • Views: Breathtaking views of the Firth of Forth and the rolling Fife coastline
  • Amenities: Championship links course, clubhouse with dining, pro shop, practice facilities
  • History: Opened in 2020, designed by the renowned architect Lou O’Grady, it quickly gained recognition for its stunning design and natural setting
  • Features: A modern links course featuring expansive fairways, strategic bunkering, and an emphasis on the natural landscape, providing a unique golfing experience
  • Perfect for: Golf enthusiasts looking for a fresh, innovative links challenge, as well as those seeking a scenic round in a tranquil setting that showcases the beauty of coastal Fife

The Golf House Club Elie

Elie Golf House Club Scotland
  • Location: Elie, Fife, Scotland
  • Views: Spectacular views of the North Sea and the picturesque coastal landscape
  • Amenities: Championship links course, historic clubhouse with dining, pro shop, practice facilities
  • History: Established in 1875, one of Scotland’s oldest golf clubs, known for its rich heritage and commitment to traditional links golf
  • Features: A classic links course with undulating terrain, challenging coastal winds, and natural dunes, providing an authentic golfing experience
  • Perfect for: Golfers of all levels, history enthusiasts, and those seeking a traditional Scottish links course with stunning views and a welcoming atmosphere

Fairmont St Andrews

Fairmont St Andrews - Scotland

Fairmont – Torrance & Kittocks

  • Location: St Andrews, Fife, Scotland
  • Star Rating: 5-star
  • Views: Panoramic views of the North Sea and St Andrews, with scenic landscapes surrounding the courses
  • Amenities: Two championship golf courses (Torrance and Kittocks), luxurious hotel accommodations, spa, fine dining restaurant, bar, and fitness center
  • History: Part of the Fairmont hotel brand, offering world-class golf facilities and hospitality in a historic golfing region
  • Features: The Torrance Course features links-style design with sweeping views and strategic bunkering, while the Kittocks Course offers a more natural layout with stunning vistas and challenging holes
  • Perfect for: Golf enthusiasts, luxury seekers, and those looking for a comprehensive golfing experience with top-notch amenities and beautiful coastal scenery in the heart of golf country

Kingsbarn Golf Links

Kingsbarn Golf Links Scotland
  • Location: Kingsbarns, Fife, Scotland
  • Views: Stunning views of the North Sea and the picturesque Fife coastline
  • Amenities: Championship links course, modern clubhouse with dining, pro shop, practice facilities
  • History: Opened in 2000, designed by Kyle Phillips, Kingsbarns quickly gained recognition for its exceptional design and stunning seaside setting
  • Features: A spectacular links course featuring rolling dunes, strategic bunkering, and challenging holes that blend seamlessly with the natural landscape
  • Perfect for: Golf enthusiasts seeking a top-tier golfing experience, as well as those looking to enjoy breathtaking coastal views and a true links challenge in the heart of Scotland’s golf

Ladybank Golf Club

Ladybank Golf Club Scotland
  • Location: Ladybank, Fife, Scotland
  • Views: Picturesque views of the surrounding countryside and mature woodlands
  • Amenities: Championship golf course, clubhouse with dining, pro shop, practice facilities
  • History: Established in 1879, known for its rich golfing tradition and well-maintained grounds
  • Features: A classic inland links course with undulating terrain, challenging layout, and an emphasis on strategic play, featuring a mix of heathland and parkland characteristics
  • Perfect for: Golfers of all skill levels, history lovers, and those seeking a serene and challenging round in a beautiful, natural setting away from the coastal courses of Fife

Leven Links Golf Course

Leven Links Golf Course Scotland
  • Location: Leven, Fife, Scotland
  • Views: Beautiful views of the Firth of Forth and the surrounding coastal landscape
  • Amenities: Traditional links course, clubhouse with dining, pro shop, practice facilities
  • History: Established in 1846, Leven Links is one of the oldest golf courses in the world, with a rich history and commitment to the game
  • Features: A classic links course characterized by natural dunes, challenging winds, and undulating fairways, providing an authentic Scottish golfing experience
  • Perfect for: Golf enthusiasts, history buffs, and those seeking a traditional links challenge with stunning coastal views and a welcoming atmosphere

LUNDIN GOLF CLUB

Lundin Links Golf Club Scotland
  • Location: Lundin Links, Fife, Scotland
  • Views: Scenic views of the Firth of Forth and the East Neuk coastline
  • Amenities: Championship links course, clubhouse with dining, pro shop, practice facilities
  • History: Founded in 1868, known for its rich golfing heritage and commitment to traditional links golf
  • Features: A classic links course with a varied layout, natural dunes, and challenging holes that test golfers of all abilities
  • Perfect for: Golfers seeking a traditional Scottish links experience, history enthusiasts, and those wanting to enjoy stunning coastal scenery while playing a historic course

St Andrews Links, Jubilee Course

Jubilee Course - St Andrews Links
  • Location: St Andrews, Fife, Scotland
  • Views: Beautiful views of the North Sea and the historic St Andrews town, including the iconic Old Course
  • Amenities: Championship links course, clubhouse with dining, pro shop, practice facilities
  • History: Opened in 1897, the Jubilee Course is one of the five courses at St Andrews Links and is known for its rich history and challenging layout
  • Features: A classic links course characterized by natural dunes, undulating terrain, and a variety of hole designs that test golfers’ skills in all conditions
  • Perfect for: Golf enthusiasts looking for a traditional links experience, as well as those wanting to play a historic course that complements the legacy of St Andrews in a scenic setting

New Course St Andrews

New Course St Andrews
 
  • Location: St Andrews, Fife, Scotland
  • Views: Scenic views of the North Sea and the iconic landscape of St Andrews, including the Old Course
  • Amenities: Championship links course, clubhouse with dining, pro shop, practice facilities
  • History: Opened in 1895, the New Course was designed by Old Tom Morris and is renowned for its traditional links design and historical significance
  • Features: A classic links course with a challenging layout, natural dunes, and fast greens, providing a true test of golf in a stunning coastal setting
  • Perfect for: Golfers seeking a traditional links experience with historical importance, as well as those wanting to enjoy a challenging round in the heart of St Andrews’ rich golfing heritage

St Andrews Old Course

Old Course in St Andrews
  • Location: St Andrews, Fife, Scotland
  • Views: Iconic views of the Old Course itself, the North Sea, and the historic town of St Andrews
  • Amenities: Legendary links course, clubhouse with dining, pro shop, practice facilities
  • History: Established in the 15th century, the Old Course is the oldest golf course in the world and a key part of golf history
  • Features: Famous for its double greens, large bunkers (including the iconic Hell Bunker), and unique layout, the course offers a blend of challenge and historical significance
  • Perfect for: Golf enthusiasts seeking a once-in-a-lifetime experience, history lovers, and those wanting to play on a course that has hosted numerous prestigious tournaments, including The Open Championship

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FAQs for Golfing Breaks

What is the best time to book a golf break?

The best time to visit is from late spring to early autumn (May to September), when the weather is most favorable for golfing.

Are there special packages that include accommodation and golf?

Yes, we offer a range of golf break packages that include accommodation, rounds of golf, and additional services like spa treatments.

Can I book a golf break for a group or corporate event?

Absolutely! We specialise in organising group and corporate golf breaks, with tailored packages to suit your group’s needs.

What should I pack for a golf trip to Fife?

Be sure to pack weather-appropriate clothing, as Scotland’s weather can be unpredictable. Layering is key, and don’t forget a waterproof jacket and comfortable golf shoes.

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