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Prestwick was founded in 1851, and developed under the stewardship of Old Tom Morris, who was pried away from St Andrews to be Keeper of The Green, Club and Ball Maker.

Golfers heading to Prestwick Golf Club are assured a truly historical experience at one of the best courses in Ayrshire. As the original location of The Open Championship, it is a golf course that features amongst many bucket lists and must visit golf destinations.

Whilst the golf course has a connection with one of the originators of golf in Old Tom Morris, Prestwick has received praise from modern major championship winning greats including Tom Watson, Mark O'Meara and Ernie Els with testimonials such as "the best golf experience in the world...".

Anyone wanting a true links golf trip around the West of Scotland is sure to find a golfing paradise at Prestwick and for an extended trip venturing onto Royal Troon and Turnberry are incredible golf courses to make a golf tour of a lifetime.

Golf Courses at Prestwick Golf Club

Prestwick Golf Club

Prestwick was the first course on the Open rota when the tournament was held there in 1860, the members raised money through entry fees to purchase a red morocco belt with silver clasps, and was won by Musselburgh's Willie Park. When Young Tom Morris won three successive titles from 1868, he was awarded the belt permanently, necessitating the purchase of the now famous Claret Jug in 1872.

It is only the Old Course at St Andrews that has hosted more Open Championships than Prestwick. Today's visitors can expect a traditional charismatic links course, sharing the same turf as the prestigious Royal Troon, and a warm welcome in the clubhouse, where excellent food is available in both the Dining Room and the more relaxed Cardinal Room.

Course Information
Par 71
Designed by Old Tom Morris
Opened for play 1851
Previously hosted The Open (24 times)

Tees
Championship 6,908 yards SSS 74
Medal 6,551 yards SSS 73
Senior 5,973 yards SSS 71
Ladies 5,571 yards SSS 74

The Open history at Prestwick

Prestwick was the first course on The Open rota and has held The Open a total of 24 times, the last being in 1925.

The Open at Prestwick
Year Winner Country Score
1925 Jim Barnes England 300 gross
1914 Harry Vardon Jersey 306 gross
1908 James Braid Scotland 291 gross
1903 Harry Vardon Jersey 300 gross
1898 Harry Vardon Jersey 307 gross
1893 William Auchterlonie Scotland 322 gross
1890 John Ball England 162 gross
1887 Willie Park Jnr. Scotland 161 gross
1884 Jack Simpson Scotland 160 gross
1881 Bob Ferguson Scotland 170 gross
1878 Jamie Anderson Scotland 157 gross
1875 Willie Park Snr. Scotland 166 gross
1872 Young Tom Morris Scotland 166 gross
1870 Young Tom Morris Scotland 149 gross
1869 Young Tom Morris Scotland 157 gross
1868 Young Tom Morris Scotland 154 gross
1867 Old Tom Morris Scotland 170 gross
1866 Old Tom Morris Scotland 169 gross
1865 Andrew Strath Scotland 162 gross
1864 Old Tom Morris Scotland 167 gross
1863 Willie Park Snr. Scotland 168 gross
1862 Old Tom Morris Scotland 163 gross
1861 Old Tom Morris Scotland 163 gross
1860 Willie Park Snr. Scotland 174 gross

Prestwick Golf Club Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a range on site?

No

Are there buggies available to hire?

Yes

Are there any weekend golfing restrictions?

Very limited availability on Saturday

How much is the fee for the caddies?

£50 plus £10-15 tip

How many bars are there?

There are 2 bars on site

Is there a charge for car parking on site?

There is complimentary car parking