Course: Kingsbarns Golf Links, St. Andrews

Kingsbarns Golf Links located just off the coast of the North Sea and a mere six kilometers from St. Andrews is one of the most captivating links courses in Scotland. Although the course opened for play only in July 200, there is evidence of the game having been played here as far back as 1793 and even before the Second World War. The links remained remarkably golf less till the end of the 20th century when Kyle Phillips was commissioned to create one of the best looking courses in the country.

A lot of earth moving, landscaping and research ended in the Kingsbarns links in 2000 and the course was lapped up by enthusiasts just as soon. Interestingly, all the earth hauling revealed not only a visually impactful course but also a surprise burn on the links The Cambo which comes into play on a round.

One of the biggest delights of playing golf on this modern links course is the availability of stunning vistas of the North Sea on most holes. Adding to the experience are the immaculately maintained greens, lush, undulating fairways and all the bumps and hollows that the terrain naturally affords the track. However, dont go to Kingsbarns expecting an easy game. The course hosts the Dunhill Links Championship and is a tough track meant to test a golfers best skills.

The layout runs to 7,126 yards from the championship tees requiring stamina and the accompanying scenic beauty demands concentration. Playing for a par of 72, Kingsbarns poses an easy, soothing yet challenging game for players of all levels. The rolling dunes, ridges and hollows leave little room for big shooters and reward the thinking player. Although not too easy on the pocket, Kingsbarns is a must play for its beauty and the promise of greater things to come in future.