Golf
We are lucky enough to have some of Scotland’s finest courses on our doorstep.
Paul Lawrie Golf Centre
Set within the beautiful Royal Deeside the Paul Lawrie Golf Centre caters for the needs of all golfers. Boasting a nine hole par three golf course, a 27 bay driving range and a world class short game area, the Centre also has three PGA Coaching Professionals on hand to provide instruction in fully equipped private coaching bays.
- 4 miles
Peterculter Golf Club
Peterculter Golf Club is the Gateway to Golf on Royal Deeside. A spectacular 18-hole golf course that follows the natural contours of the River Dee with stunning views of the Grampian Mountains.
- 3.7 miles
Stonehaven
Stonehaven Golf Club provides a warm welcome to golfing and non-golfing visitors alike. the uninterrupted panoramic views of the coastline have attracted golfers and sightseers since the club's formation over 125 years ago.
Non golfers are well catered for with fresh local produce, freshly brewed coffee available from The View restaurant which adjoins the golf club.
- 10 miles
Banchory
Set in the heart of scenic Royal Deeside, this picturesque 18 hole parkland golf course offers a challenge to even the most accomplished player. The course has strategically placed bunkers and is surrounded by mature trees making it an interesting and exciting course to tee off from.
- 11 miles
Royal Aberdeen
Regarded by many as one of the most natural challenging links courses anywhere on the planet, and when the north easterly wind bears its teeth, the test can be daunting. Over the last 20 years or so the Course and Club have moved on to the top table in world golf, having hosted The Walker Cup, The Scottish Open and The Amateur Championship. In some of the most recent and highly regarded world course rankings Royal Aberdeen’s Balgownie Links has continued its upward procession, now sitting proudly ahead of several esteemed Open and US Open venues.
- 12 miles
Murcar
Playing Murcar Links is a truly memorable and rewarding experience where each hole offers its own challenge. We hope you will enjoy the experience and treasure the memory.
The clubhouse offers changing and shower facilities, and full bar and catering services (all day between April and September, but may be restricted at other times).
The signature hole is considered to be the seventh – a 423 yard par four which is ominously called Serpentine. From a high tee, the drive is over a twisting burn with a ravine on the right and heavy rough on the left with towering dunes everywhere.
- 20 miles
Aboyne
Aboyne Golf Club, an Archie Simpson and Martin Hawtree inspired course, is the oldest on Royal Deeside and is renowned as one of the most beautiful inland golfing venues in North East Scotland. This immaculately maintained course has won many plaudits as one of the most varied and challenging inland courses in Scotland: 6,000 yards of impeccable fairways and faultless greens - a golfer’s haven.
Situated only 70 miles from St Andrews, Aboyne Golf Club is under an hour from Aberdeen International Airport.
- 23 miles
Cruden Bay
Offering 27 holes the Course offers an internationally famous golfing experience – old fashioned links golf at its best – on one of the best links courses in Scotland. Originally designed by Tom Morris of St Andrews and Archie Simpson in 1899 and re-designed in the 1920’s by Tom Simpson and Herbert Fowler.
Creating unique challenges demanding the skills of power, placement and fine judgement upon the discerning golfer.
- 35 miles
Ballater
Situated close to the River Dee and surrounded by tree clad rolling hills this stunning course is a true gem. With a number of gentle undulations, the course makes for an interesting round and its ease of walking makes it an ideal course for a day out.
The spacious clubhouse offers a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere to unwind after your round.
Even if your golf isn't up to scratch, the scenery and condition of the course is always guaranteed to be!
- 35 miles