Founded:
1998
Architect:
Gil Hanse
PAR:
72
Type:
Links

Overview

In 1998, at Crail a second course was added, Craighead. It now looks set to join Balcomie as one of the “must play” courses in Scotland.

American designer Gil Hanse studies, plays and is a mine of information on Scottish courses and Craighead features many of the best aspects of Scottish classic links. It has panoramic seascapes and country views and is perfectly located just south of the present clubhouse.

Gil has made this a testing but fair challenge. However, be warned – there are hungry bunkers aplenty. No two consecutive holes face the same direction and, with constantly changing conditions, there is enough variety of shots to test any golfer’s ability. We think you will agree that Crail Craighead is a worthy neighbor of Balcomie.

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Course facts

Golf Digest World Ranking
Not Ranked
Driving Range
Yes

At an Additional Charge

Fun Fact:

There's a cave located between the 14th green and the 15th tee which was used by the Romans. Local tradition asserts it's where Constantine was killed during battle with the Danes in the 870s.

Host To:

2019 Scottish Amateur Championship

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It's not all about the golf

What can a non-golfer do nearby?

1

Visit Scotland's Secret Bunker

2

Spend the day visiting the cute fishing villages in the East Neuk of Fife. Enjoy some lobster straight from the ocean while you're at the Crail harbor!

Closest Whisky Distillery

Clostest Vineyard

Driving Distances

To

Minutes

St Andrews

Edinburgh

Secret Bunker

20

90

13

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Food and drink

Best Food or Drink at Halfway House or Clubhouse

The fish and chips, washed down with Crail Ale. The fish is delivered fresh daily from Pittenweem.

Best Pubs Nearby

1

The Crail Clubhouse
Tip: It has the best views of the east of Scotland!

2

The Golf Hotel
Tip:
It hasn't changed since the club was formed in 1786.

3

The Ship in nearby Anstruther
Tip: It's an 18th century pub that was popular with smugglers.

Best Grub Nearby

1

The Crail Clubhouse
Tip: Locally sourced fish and meat. The best fish and chips and club burger anywhere.

2

Reilly & Sons Lobster Shack
Tip:
Check if open as often closed.

3

The Dory in nearby Pittenweem
Tip:
A great fish restaurant overlooking the picturesque harbour.