Nicky hesketh, Author at Scotland's Golf Coast

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January 26, 2022

DON’T WAIT UNTIL SPRING TO PLAY

EAST LOTHIAN HAS IT ALL FOR YEAR-ROUND GOLF In 2021, our golf courses were busy. With 21 courses, there is something for everyone and it was exciting to welcome so many golfers to our courses. The bucket-list North Berwick, Muirfield and Gullane 1 will always attract attention. But, it is great to see Winterfield, Royal Musselburgh and the 9-hole Gifford…

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January 25, 2022

SIX TIMES IN EIGHT YEARS, AND NOW ANOTHER!

THE RENAISSANCE WELCOMES BACK THE BEST GOLFERS IN THE WORLD After four successful years at The Renaissance Club, the Genesis Scottish Open will once again be held at the East Lothian club in 2023. Defending his title The 2023 Scottish Open will take its traditional pre-Open slot, from 13th to 16th July, when Xander Schauffele will defend his title. “The…

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October 29, 2021

2022 IS THE YEAR FOR PLAYING GOLF IN EAST LOTHIAN

EAST LOTHIAN IS A MUST IN 2022 In a normal booking year, September to November sees an obvious rush to get golf trips confirmed for the following year. “Let’s get booked before Christmas and make sure we get tee times and hotel availability”. 2021, like 2020, has been different. The relaxation of travel restrictions has seen an increase in late…

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July 29, 2021

WHERE THE CHAMPIONS FINE-TUNE THEIR LINKS GAME

FINE-TUNING LINKS GOLF ON OUR COAST How quickly time flies! Both the Scottish Open and the final Major of the year have been and gone. The Renaissance Club provided a glorious setting in East Lothian and showcased Scotland's links golf. Whilst Royal St George's in Kent looked fantastic and played superbly. Five of the World's Top 10 Played And what…

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June 29, 2021

SCOTTISH OPEN UPDATE

5 OF THE WORLD'S TOP 10 READY TO TEE OFF ON SCOTLAND'S GOLF COAST For the fifth time in seven years the Scottish Open is heading to East Lothian and Scotland’s Golf Coast. Rickie Fowler (2015) and Brandon Stone (2108) won at Gullane, whilst Bernd Wiesberger (2019) and Aaron Rai (2020) triumphed at the Renaissance. Who will be victorious this…

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May 3, 2021

GOLF FOR EVERYONE ON SCOTLAND”S GOLF COAST

A COURSE FOR EVERYONE ON SCOTLAND'S GOLF COAST There is no doubt, we are lucky to have 21 courses in such a small area. The accommodation providers dotted around the region are brilliantly knowledgeable about golf and they are proud to talk about what's on offer. There is no question that to play golf in East Lothian, whether you are…

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