Aberdeen · Scotland · Aberdeenshire
Royal Aberdeen Golf Club
Balgownie Links
Balgownie Links holds a distinguished position in Aberdeenshire golf. This historic links course in northeast Scotland, situated in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, is carved from terrain shaped by wind, sand, and the ground game. It should be seen not merely as a destination, but as a quintessential Scottish golf experience, defined by its history, architectural choices, relationship with the landscape, and the strategic demands it places on the player.
links · 18 holes · Par 71 · 6,200 m · 1888
At a glance
Balgownie Links holds a distinguished position in Aberdeenshire golf. This historic links course in northeast Scotland, situated in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, is carved from terrain shaped by wind, sand, and the ground game. It should be seen not merely as a destination, but as a quintessential Scottish golf experience, defined by its history, architectural choices, relationship with the landscape, and the strategic demands it places on the player.
Geography & setting
Balgownie Links is located in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. The course is set on links terrain sculpted by wind, sand, and the ground game. This geographical description should be further enriched by details on the precise soil composition, elevation, prevailing exposure, winds, vegetation, visible landscapes, and the influence of seasons on playing conditions.
History
Un grand links historique du nord-est écossais.
The course in detail
The course features 18 holes, playing to a par of 71, and measures approximately 6200 meters from the championship tees. The course skillfully utilizes its links environment to shape angles, hazards, and green approaches.
Rankings
- #88
Practical information
- Official website
- www.royalaberdeengolf.com/