Trump Old Course at Trump International Scotland
Aberdeen, Scotland
Trump Old Course overview
Location: Aberdeen, Scotland | Style: Links | Length: just over 7,400 yards | Par: 72 | Founded: 2012
Trump Old Course is one of Scotland's most dramatic modern links courses, set along a spectacular stretch of North Sea coastline. Designed by renowned architect Dr Martin Hawtree, the championship layout winds through the Great Dunes of Scotland, a vast and environmentally significant dune system that provides a natural setting unlike any other in British golf.
Since opening in 2012, the course has earned widespread acclaim for its world-class conditioning, strategic design, and breathtaking scenery. The routing makes exceptional use of the towering dunes, creating constantly changing elevations, secluded fairways, and stunning ocean views throughout the round. While unmistakably traditional in its links character, the course incorporates modern design elements to create a memorable challenge for golfers of all abilities.
Course Highlights
- Spectacular dune landscape – Routed through one of the largest dune systems in the UK, creating a truly unique links golf experience.
- Designed by Dr Martin Hawtree – A modern championship links that blends seamlessly into the natural coastal environment.
- Outstanding conditioning – Consistently recognized for the quality of its playing surfaces and course presentation.
- Panoramic North Sea views – Stunning coastal vistas feature on many holes, adding to the unforgettable experience.
Signature Holes
The signature hole on the Old Course is the par-5 14th hole. Playing towards the coastline, the hole tumbles through towering dunes before reaching a green dramatically positioned amongst the natural landscape.
Strategic bunkering and the ever-present coastal wind make club selection critical throughout the hole. The combination of scale, scenery, and challenge makes it one of the most photographed and memorable holes on the course.
Clubhouse & Amenitites
Golfers enjoy access to first-class facilities:
- Contemporary clubhouse with panoramic views across the course and coastline
- Extensive practice facilities, including a driving range, short-game area, and putting greens
- Well-appointed pro shop featuring premium golf apparel and equipment
- Restaurant and bar serving locally sourced Scottish cuisine and refreshments
Did You Know?
The Great Dunes of Scotland, through which the course is routed, are among the most extensive and ecologically important dune systems in the United Kingdom, creating a links golf setting found nowhere else in the world.
Accommodation near Trump Old Course
Meldrum House Hotel
A 13th-century baronial country house nestled within a 240-acre estate of stunning countryside. Only 30 minutes from Aberdeen and four amazing links courses. The perfect country retreat.
Location
"Currently my favourite golf course I have played. It looks great and plays even better. This is what Scottish links golf is all about"
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