Championship CourseMusselburgh Links - The Old Course
Musselburgh, East Lothian
The oldest continuously-played golf course in the world, Musselburgh hosted The Open Championship six times. This historic 9-hole course offers a unique glimpse into golf's past.
Musselburgh Links is the oldest continuously-played golf course in the world with records dating to 1672. The course hosted The Open Championship six times between 1874 and 1889.
Architect
Natural evolution over centuries
Established
1672
- The Open Championship six times
- The Open
The course features historic 9-hole layout played as 18. Playing where The Open was contested is special.
Recommended Months
Course Conditions
Historic course maintained with respect for tradition. Exceptional value for the historic significance.
What type of golf course is Musselburgh Links - The Old Course?
Musselburgh Links - The Old Course is a links located in East Lothian. The oldest continuously-played golf course in the world, Musselburgh hosted The Open Championship six times. This historic 9-hole course offers a uniq...
Where is Musselburgh Links - The Old Course located?
Musselburgh Links - The Old Course is located in Musselburgh, East Lothian. It's situated in the East Lothian region of Scotland.
What is the history of Musselburgh Links - The Old Course?
Musselburgh Links is the oldest continuously-played golf course in the world with records dating to 1672. The course hosted The Open Championship six times between 1874 and 1889.
What are the course specifications at Musselburgh Links - The Old Course?
Musselburgh Links - The Old Course is a par 63 course measuring 5,734 yards. The course has a difficulty rating of 3.0/5.0.
How can I book a tee time at Musselburgh Links - The Old Course?
To book a tee time at Musselburgh Links - The Old Course, visit their official website at http://www.musselburgholdlinks.co.uk or contact the course directly at +44 131 665 5438. You can also reach them via email at muselinks@eastlothian.gov.uk.
What is the best time to visit Musselburgh Links - The Old Course?
The best time to visit Musselburgh Links - The Old Course is during April, May, June, July, August, September, October. Historic course maintained with respect for tradition. Exceptional value for the historic significance.
What are the signature holes at Musselburgh Links - The Old Course?
The course features historic 9-hole layout played as 18. Playing where The Open was contested is special.
Par
63
Length
5,734
yards
Difficulty Rating
3.0/5.0
Musselburgh, East Lothian
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