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About

Holes 18
Type Municipal/Semi-Private
Style Links
Par 70
Length 6118 yards
Slope N/A
Rating N/A

Set in a legendary location with historic views, Balnagask Golf Course is a coastal golf experience that will leave players in awe from both the challenging layout and spectacular landscape. Overlooking the ocean, as well as nearly 20 historical and archaeological sites - including a Robert Stevenson-designed lighthouse that was built in 1833 - Balnagask is truly an Aberdeen and Scotland gem.

Playing to more than 6,000 yards, this par-70, 18-hole course will challenge players with its creative and rolling layout, all the while dazzling with its unique aesthetic qualities. Holes such as the No. 10 - known as "Magazine" will have long hitters extending themselves, as it plays to 485 yards. Nonetheless, accuracy is of the utmost to put up good numbers at this parklands style course that gives a nod to famous links courses.

Apart from the 18-hole course at Balnagask, the course also includes a nine-hole, pitch and putt course that is perfect for beginners or for players looking to get their short game in shape before tackling the 18-hole run.

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Course Details

Year Built 1905
Golf Season Year round
Architect James Braid (1924) Archie Simpson (1905) Hawtree Ltd (1976)

Rentals/Services

Clubs Yes
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, American Express, Jcb, Mastercard, Maestro
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Reviews

4.0
10 Reviews (10)
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4.0
First Time Playing

Links golf in good interesting location ( Aberdeen harbour area)

Easy to book and great value via GN. My first time booking. Friendly and helpful starter. Had not played this course in Aberdeen before but know city reasonably well and location and views good. Still winter course but did have normal greens which was good given time of year .
A few blind holes for approach shots and no obvious warnings ( bells etc) so some potential risks. I did link up with a local player who was very friendly and helpful ( a good player) and we had a very enjoyable round of golf before sun set.
I am a member of a links golf club in East Lothian and found this course to be good condition for time of year , excellent value , great views, and I would certainly recommend to others and would play myself again , particularly in spring summer season.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Wonderful links course

This course was a delightful find on the edge of the Aberdeen harbor with great views and wonderful creative holes. A course you could play over and over and never get tired of. The wind was up and and it was a staunch defender of the links.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Brings a smile to my face

This great fun, open course, but still have to think and place ball for best chance. A couple of non-description holes beside the new harbour, otherwise so well thought out. Course in good condition. Fairways and greens very playable. And for the price for 18 holes, can’t beat it!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
First Time Playing

Tough & hilly links course

Played here in July. Course fast and dry. Very hilly for a links course. Be aware, only 1 buggy and 1 hand cart maybe available so call ahead to see if one can be found. Particularly important if you’re flying into the area. Lots of blind and uphill holes. We heard afterwards to ‘always use the lighthouse as your aiming point on blind holes’.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Great council course

Great course with stunning views. Can be a bit windy. Very hilly so if your bit older maybe best to avoid.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great course with challenges

Really enjoyed playing this course. Breaking views of Aberdeen as you play. Some challenging holes and strong winds that you would expect with links golf however the fairways are wide open which makes you feel you’re alway in the hole even if you are out of position. The guy at the starters hut was really friendly and gave me some advice on the course before I went out. Would high recommend and will be coming back again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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