The King's Course
Year Established
1919
Designed by
James Braid
Location
Central Scotland
Address
Gleneagles, Auchterarder, Perthshire, Scotland, PH3 1NF
About The King's Course
Accuracy on your approach shot is the secret here. You’ll need to take great care with the clubs you choose, taking the surprisingly stiff winds and deceptive distances into account. But with plenty of shortish par fours, there are birdies on offer for those on their game.
As you step onto the springy moorland turf, you’ll enjoy the sweeping panoramic views from every tee on The King's Course. There are craggy, rock-faced mountains to the north and rolling green hills to the south. The ancient peaks of the Trossachs and Ben Vorlich loom on the western horizon, all of which provide even more drama to an unforgettable venue.
A Brief History
- Designed by James Braid Opened in 1919
- Relaunched in summer 2016 by Gordon Strachan and Stephen Gallacher
- The Scottish Open course from 1987 to 1994
- Famous for hosting the inaugural match between British and US pros in 1921, now known as the Ryder Cup
- Voted 6th in a Platinum list of International courses by American Airlines
Featured Hole – Hole 11
A long Par 3, hole 11 on the King’s Course is the aptly-named Deil's Creel, AKA the devil's fishing basket. The tee shot features bunkers to your front left and right, which have a habit of gathering the ball instead of letting it run onto the green. This makes it particularly important to choose a longer club than you think is necessary. Your best line? To the left hand side of the green, which is a big, sloping affair and extremely fast near the front.
Known for: Historic Scottish Open Tournaments
The Gleneagles King's Course was the home of the Scottish Open through the late eighties and mid-nineties and remains a legend.
