Askernish (South Uist)
South Uist - Askernish
A natural links laid out by Old Tom Morris in 1891 across the dunes and machair of South Uist, rediscovered in 2005 and restored to his original eighteen-hole routing — often described as the most natural golf course in the world.
Old Tom Morris routed eighteen holes across the dunes of Askernish Farm in 1891 at the landowners' request. The course declined after the farm passed into crofting tenure in 1922; a 12-hole layout appeared near the island's landing strip in the 1930s and a nine-hole course was adopted in 1970. In 2005 consultant Gordon Irvine visited and called the land 'the holy grail'; with architect Martin Ebert he retraced Old Tom's routing and the restored course opened in August 2008. In 2022 the 13th was moved to a probable original Old Tom green site and the 6th and 17th greens were re-sited.
Architect
Old Tom Morris
Established
1891
- Outer Hebrides Pairs Competition (June); Askernish Open Weekend (August) — Mackenzie & Ebert Stableford, Open Stroke Play and Texas Scramble.
12th 'Piobaireachd' (par 5) — a dramatic double fairway; 13th 'Benji's Burrow' — moved in 2022 to a probable original Old Tom Morris green site.
Recommended Months
Course Conditions
Kept as close to its 1891 state as possible: no artificial fertilisers or herbicides, and livestock graze the links in winter (electric fencing protects the greens). Expect firm, natural, unmanicured links turf.
Scotland's main golf season runs April to October.
What type of golf course is Askernish (South Uist)?
Askernish (South Uist) is a links located in Outer Hebrides. A natural links laid out by Old Tom Morris in 1891 across the dunes and machair of South Uist, rediscovered in 2005 and restored to his original eight...
Where is Askernish (South Uist) located?
Askernish (South Uist) is located in South Uist - Askernish. It's situated in the Outer Hebrides region of Scotland.
What is the history of Askernish (South Uist)?
Old Tom Morris routed eighteen holes across the dunes of Askernish Farm in 1891 at the landowners' request. The course declined after the farm passed into crofting tenure in 1922; a 12-hole layout app...
What are the course specifications at Askernish (South Uist)?
Askernish (South Uist) is a par 72 course measuring 6,255 yards. The course provides an excellent test of golf for players of all abilities.
How can I book a tee time at Askernish (South Uist)?
To book a tee time at Askernish (South Uist), visit their official website at https://www.askernishgolfclub.com/ or contact the course directly at 01878 700628. You can also reach them via email at info@askernishgolfclub.com.
What is the best time to visit Askernish (South Uist)?
The best time to visit Askernish (South Uist) is during June–September (high season). Kept as close to its 1891 state as possible: no artificial fertilisers or herbicides, and livestock graze the links in winter (electric fencing protects the greens). Expect firm, natural, unmanicured links turf. Scotland's main golf season runs April to October.
What are the signature holes at Askernish (South Uist)?
12th 'Piobaireachd' (par 5) — a dramatic double fairway; 13th 'Benji's Burrow' — moved in 2022 to a probable original Old Tom Morris green site.
Par
72
Length
6,255
yards
mid Season
Any day
High season (1 Jun–30 Sep): 18 holes £95 visitor / £65 affiliated; 9 holes £60 / £46; twilight (from 16:30) £47.50 / £35; 3-day £240 / £165. Low season (1 Oct–31 May): 18 holes £75 / £57; 9 holes £40 / £30; 3-day £165 / £126. Residents and under-18s discounted.
£95
South Uist - Askernish
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