Golfing in and around Glasgow

Length: 6105 yards Par: 70

Located in Glasgow’s south side, Cowglen Golf Club offers a thoughtfully designed 18-hole layout with variety and challenges. It also has some stunning views on the 8th hole. Visit Cowglen Golf Club for more info.

Length: 6426 yards Par: 72

Near Cowglen, on the other side of the beautiful Pollok Country Park, is Haggs Castle Golf Club. Popular with locals, the club hosts many regional and national tournaments, including the Scottish Open. Check out Haggs Castle Golf Club to find out more.

Length: 5861 yards Par: 69

Just south of the city centre, Cathcart Castle Golf Club is one of the oldest courses near Glasgow. Enjoy panoramic views of the city and Loch Lomond while you take on their signature 3rd hole, also known as Devil's Elbow. Find out more at Cathcart Castle Golf Club

Length: 4,742 yards Par: 65

David Lloyd Rouken Glen Golf Club boasts a well-maintained 18-hole parkland course. The course is almost 100 years old and offers a fun test for all levels of golfer. Look out for hole names that reference local landmarks. Visit David Lloyd to book.

Length: 6,189 yards Par: 70

10 minutes east of the city centre, Sandyhills Golf Club offers some challenging holes for all abilities. The course is well-maintained, and the clubhouse is perfect for relaxing with stunning views. Find out more at Sandy Hills Golf Club.

Length: 6,262 yards Par: 70

The Bishopbriggs Golf Club is beautifully landscaped and largely flat. The Bishopbriggs burn runs through the course, which gives an extra but enjoyable challenge. Three new holes have been added in recent years. Find out more at Bishopbriggs Golf Club.

Length: 2,703 yards Par: 34

Knightswood Golf Club offers great value for a relaxed round. This 9-hole parkland course west of the city centre is flat and accessible, ideal for beginners and social players. Visit Glasgow Life to book in advance.

Length: 5,969 yards Par: 70

Located just outside the city boundary, Kirkhill is a peaceful parkland course with panoramic views of Glasgow and well beyond. The course layout features bunkering and elevation changes that reward accuracy. Visit Kirkhill Golf Club to book

Length: 6,220 yards Par: 71

Set on high ground just five miles from the city centre, Cathkin Braes is Glasgow’s oldest golf course. The moorland layout offers sweeping views and a peaceful countryside feel. Learn more at Cathkin Braes Golf Club.

Topgolf is a high-tech venue with 3 storeys and 72 climate-controlled outdoor hitting bays. Fun games with food, drink and music make it a night out with a difference. Visit Topgolf for more information.

Looking for a family day out? Then visit Golf It at Hogganfield Park. With endless golfing opportunities for all skillsets including their nine-hole course, driving range, coaching and even a simulator. Check out Golf It! to see all the activities they offer.

Length: 6,903 yards Par: 71

Just 30 minutes from Glasgow, Ayrshire is full of golf courses characterised by their stunning views and top quality. Glasgow Gailes Links is located just south of Irvine and north of Troon on the Ayrshire Coast. It holds the title of 9th-oldest golf club in the world, and Scotland's only final Open qualifying course until 2017. Visit Gailes Links to find out more.

Length: 6,700 yards Par: 72

Dundonald Links is by the sea near Troon. The course combines heritage, tradition and contemporary looks, thanks to its designer Kyle Phillips. Since hosting the 2017 Scottish Open, the club has seen significant upgrades, making it a must-play. Check out Dundonald Links to find out more.

Length: 6,415 yards Par: 71

The Irvine Golf Club was designed by James Braid in 1926, with fast greens demanding accurate shot-making. In fact, 3 Scottish Amateur Champions, Hammy McInally, Jimmy Walker and Jack Cannon, all honed their skills here. Book at Irvine Golf Club.

Length: 6,544 yards Par: 71

Less than an hour’s drive from Glasgow, Prestwick Golf Club is the birthplace of the world’s oldest major championship. The quality and variety of holes are a strength, with greens known for being firm and fast. The course is open to visitors, in contrast to members' only Open course at Royal Troon. Visit Prestwick Golf Club for more info.

Length: 6507 yards Par: 70

Head along the river from the city centre to find Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort, originally the home of the Earl of Mar. This scenic 18-hole course is built around 250 oak trees. Book at Mar Hall.

Length: 7,082 yards Par: 71

Set on Loch Lomond, The Carrick at the Cameron House Hotel weaves through an area of fantastic natural beauty. Don’t miss the halfway house, a converted riverboat called the Highland Laddie. Visit Cameron House to find out more.

Length: 5,965 yards Par: 68

And finally, for a golfing experience of a lifetime, Gleneagles is a golf resort with a fantastic championship history. It hosted the Ryder Cup in 2014 and the Solheim Cup in 2019. Open to visitors all year round, it's easily accessible by car or train from Glasgow. Check out Gleneagles for more information.