Visitors welcome
Western Gailes Golf Club
Irvine, North Ayrshire · United Kingdom
Links established in 1897 between the sea and the railway on the Ayrshire coast. Visitors book directly with the club; handicap limits are 24 for men and 28 for ladies.
The course
| Course | Holes | Par | Length | Designer | Opened | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Links | F Morris; redesign Fred Hawtree | 1897 | links |
Blank cells: the club does not state it on its website.
Visitors
Visitors contact the club directly to book; minimum age 14
Dress code
Suitable golfing attire; jeans, trainers, non-tailored shorts, round-neck T-shirts and tracksuits not allowed on the course or in the clubhouse
Clubhouse
- Dining room
- Bar
- Golf shop
- Changing rooms
Good to know
- Buggies available with a medical certificate
- Individuals under 14 cannot play the course
- Groups of fewer than four may be paired with others
Plan the trip
Hotels, restaurants and things to do nearby are on the ULTIMATE Edinburgh guide.
Open the Edinburgh guide →Sources: the club’s own website, checked 2026-11-14
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