The first golf course appeared on the links of Embleton Bay in 1900, before being redesigned by the legendary James Braid. A traditional links course, guarded with bunkers and gorse, golfers will need to judge the ever-changing wind direction as the course bends around the bay and back.
Located in an ‘Area of Outstanding Beauty’, Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Club was originally opened to provide entertainment for guests at the nearby Dunstanburgh Castle Hotel. It was in 1919 that Sir Arthur Munro Sutherland purchased the estate. In his plans were a remodelling of the original nine, followed by an extension to 18 holes. In 1920, James Braid began his input, however the course ultimately took another two decades to complete.
Benefiting from free draining links land, Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Course often remains open through periods of inclement weather, when others may be forced to close. Play on regular greens throughout the seasons means the course offers a great golfing experience year round.
