The West Links at North Berwick is one of the most beloved courses in world golf – a joyful and unpredictable ride along the Firth of Forth that fuses ancient charm with modern playability. Established in 1832, it’s the 13th oldest golf club in the world, and still plays across the same stretch of seaside turf, right through the town and alongside the beach. What makes it truly iconic are its template holes – including the Redan (15th), a par-3 design copied globally, and the 13th (“Pit”), where a stone wall cuts across the green. The routing is an out-and-back, with the front nine heading east toward Bass Rock and the back nine returning along the shore. Expect blind shots, stone walls, burns, shared fairways, and firm, fast greens. Despite the modest length, it’s no pushover – coastal wind, quirky bounces, and tight turf make it a real test. But North Berwick isn’t about score – it’s about soul. Few courses deliver more smiles per hole. It’s a must-play, not just in Scotland, but globally.