The Complete Guide to Golf on the Isle of Arran
Scotland in Miniature • Updated October 2025
The Isle of Arran, known as "Scotland in Miniature," offers one of the world's most unique golfing experiences. This compact Scottish island (just 432km², population 5,000) remarkably hosts seven distinct golf courses - from challenging championship layouts to the world's most unique 12-hole seaside links. You can drive around the entire island in under three hours, yet experience incredible diversity ranging from traditional 18-hole parkland courses with mountain backdrops to intimate mountain courses.
The Seven Courses of Arran
Championship 18-Hole Courses
Brodick Golf Club
Walking distance from the ferry terminal, this parkland seaside course offers stunning Goatfell mountain views. Features exceptional holes over the Rosa burn and mix of parkland and moorland.
- Par: 69 • Length: 4,866 yards
- Fees 2025: £35-40 summer, £20-25 winter
- Special: Golf Overseas Package £60 (golf, breakfast, lunch)
- Address: Brodick, Isle of Arran, KA27 8DL
- Phone: 01770 302349 (Pro Shop) | 01770 302700 (Clubhouse)
- Email: secretary@brodickgolf.com
- Website: brodickgolf.com
Lamlash Golf Club - "The Old Course"
Hilly 18-hole course redesigned by James Braid (1913). Panoramic views of Holy Isle and Ayrshire coast with challenging par 3s.
- Par: 64 • Length: 4,634 yards
- Fees 2025: £35 Mon-Fri, £45 weekends
- Address: Lamlash, Isle of Arran, KA27 8JU
- Phone: 01770 600196
- Email: secretary@lamlashgolf.com
- Website: lamlashgolfclub.com
- Junior Policy: Children under 12 play free with adult
Whiting Bay Golf Club
Est. 1895. Hilltop parkland on southeast coast with Firth of Clyde views. Spectacular 17th green.
- Par: 63-64 • Length: 4,405 yards
- Fees: £18.95 per round
- Address: Golf Course Road, Whiting Bay, KA27 8QT
- Phone: 01770 700487
- Email: info@whitingbaygolf.com
- Website: whitingbaygolfclub.org.uk
- Equipment: Buggy hire £16, trolley £3
- Weekly Ticket: £120 for 7 days
The Unique 12-Hole Experience
⭐ Shiskine Golf & Tennis Club
Founded 1896 by Willie Fernie. One of Scotland's most unique courses - 12-hole seaside links. Originally 18 holes, WWI halted expansion. Now one of Scotland's top 100 clubs.
- "Crows Nest" (3rd): Elevated green, stunning panoramic views
- "The Himalayas" (7th): Famous blind shot with traffic light system
- Seaside Stretch: Back nine along ocean with coastal views
- Address: Shore Road, Blackwaterfoot, KA27 8HA
- Phone: 01770 860548
- Email: info@shiskinegolf.com | pro@shiskinegolf.com
- Website: shiskinegolf.com
- Fees 2025: £37 weekdays, £40 weekends (12 holes)
- Double Round: £60 weekdays, £70 weekends
- Weekly Pass: £175
- Twilight Rate: £32-35 after 5pm (Apr-Sep)
- Buggy Hire: £25 per round, trolley £3
- Membership: Full £250 + £260 joining fee, Student £125
Scenic 9-Hole Courses
Machrie Bay
Seaside course beside Kilbrannan Sound. Family-friendly links-style.
- Par: 66 (9 holes) • 4,400 yards
- Fees: £18 (9 holes), £25 (18 holes)
- Address: Machrie Bay, KA27 8DZ
- Phone: 01770 840329 | Mobile: 07769654966
- Email: machriebayclubsec@gmail.com
- Facilities: Clubhouse, restaurant, practice area, putting green
- Equipment: Clubs and trolleys available for hire
Corrie
Glen Sannox setting. Short, hilly, spectacular mountain/sea views.
- Fees: £15 (9 holes), £25 day ticket
- Address: Sannox, Isle of Arran, KA27 8JD
- Phone: 01770 810223
- Email: hello@corriegolfclub.com
- Website: corriegolfclub.com
- Style: First-come first-served, honesty box payment
- Dress Code: No strict dress code, relaxed atmosphere
- Membership: From £70 annually
Specialty Course
Lochranza Golf Course
Seasonal 11-hole par 3 (April-Sept). Red deer roam freely. Adjacent to Arran Distillery.
- Season: April 1 - September 30 only
- Fees: £15 per day
- Address: Lochranza, Isle of Arran, KA27 8HL
- Phone: 01770 830273 | 01770 830277
- Email: info@arran-campsite.com
- Facilities: Trolleys, club hire, toilets, putting green
- Location: Adjacent to Lochranza Campsite, across from Arran Distillery
Arran Golf Pass: £140 for All 7 Courses
Scotland's best golf value: £140 for one round on each course. Valid 12 months, save over 20%.
Benefits:
- All 7 courses + driving range
- 12-month validity
- Multiple island visits allowed
- Purchase at individual golf courses
Notes:
- Book tee times in advance
- Lochranza April-Sept only
- No priority booking
Getting There & Around
Ferry Routes (Caledonian MacBrayne)
- Ardrossan-Brodick: Primary route (55 minutes), timed with Glasgow Central trains
- Troon-Brodick: Alternative route (1 hour 20 minutes) - operates during vessel maintenance periods
- Claonaig-Lochranza: Northern route from Kintyre Peninsula (30 minutes, summer season)
Note: Ferry routes may vary due to vessel availability. Check Isle of Arran Ferry Timetable for current schedules before travel.
Island Transport
- Brodick Golf: Walking distance from ferry
- Buses connect all major villages
- Car/bike rental available
Where to Stay
Kinloch Hotel (Blackwaterfoot) - Golf resort, 5 min walk to Shiskine. Pool, sauna, golf packages.
Also: Kings Caves glamping, B&Bs, cottages, day-trip packages
Equipment Rental & Facilities
All Arran golf courses offer equipment rental, making it easy to play without bringing your own clubs.
Available Equipment
- Golf Clubs: Available at most courses
- Trolleys: £3 at most venues
- Buggies: £16-25 (advance booking required, card payment)
- Practice Facilities: Putting greens at major courses
Pro Shop Services
- Professional instruction available (contact pro shops)
- Equipment sales and repairs
- Golf ball and accessory sales
- Group discount bookings (12+ players)
Dress Code & Course Regulations
General Guidelines
- Dress Code: Relaxed at most courses, standard golf attire recommended
- Corrie: No strict dress code, very relaxed
- Whiting Bay: No dogs or mobile phones on course (GPS devices OK)
- Etiquette: Standard golf etiquette applies island-wide
Booking & Play
- Most Courses: Book up to 6 months in advance
- Corrie: No booking required, first-come first-served
- Peak Times: Wed evenings, Sat mornings (medal competitions)
- Payment: Most accept card and cash
Best Time to Play
Summer (Apr-Sept)
- All 7 courses open
- Book 6 months ahead
- Best weather
Winter (Oct-Mar)
- Fees drop 40-50%
- No crowds
- Lochranza closed
Ready to Experience Arran Golf?
Seven unique courses, one unforgettable island.