Elie offers a traditional Scottish links experience full of charm, history, and eccentricity. Established in 1875 and designed in part by Old Tom Morris and James Braid, it sits on a stunning stretch of Fife coastline just 30 minutes from St Andrews. The course is short by modern standards but never feels small – it demands creativity, precision, and a love of the ground game. The 1st tee uses a submarine periscope from HMS Excalibur to check if the fairway is clear – a fitting start to a quirky, unforgettable round. Expect firm turf, fast-running fairways, and beautifully contoured greens. Blind shots, drystone walls, and seaside winds make club selection critical. The 11th and 13th are standout par 4s, while the par-3 9th hugs the shore and tests nerve and touch. Elie is golf from another era – fast, fun, and scenic – with a pace and grace that wins hearts. It’s a course for purists, thinkers, and anyone who loves the art of links golf.