Braid Hills Golf Course
Course Information
Braid Hills Golf Club, Lothian is an 18 hole, par 71 (5858 yard), public, heathland golf course.
18 holes | Par 71 | 5858 yards | Public | Heathland
About Braid Hills Golf Course
Golf Club Overview
Address: 27 Braid Hills Approach, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH10 6JY United Kingdom
Tel: 0131 447 6666
Website: https://www.edinburghleisure.co.uk/venues/braid-hills-golf-course
Golf Club Facilities
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Visitor Information & Green Fees
Price Guide: £££
Midweek Guide: £24.80 per round *
Weekend Guide: £26.50 per round *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
- 7 Day Membership Available
- 5 Day Membership Available
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Courses & Scorecards
| Course | Tee | Par | SSS | Yards | ||
| Braid Hills | White | 71 | 68 [115] | 5858 | ||
| Braid Hills | Yellow | 70 | 67 [113] | 5508 | ||
| Braid Hills | Red | 72 | 71 [122] | 5218 | ||
| Winter Course | White | 69 | 68 | 5479 | ||
| Winter Course | Yellow | 69 | 68 | 4992 | ||
Braid Hills Golf Course Reviews
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GOLFSHAKE RATING
3.73
AVERAGE RATING 3.8
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HIGHLY RATED
97%
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What the club says: Braid Hills is a historic gem of a golf course, commanding unrivalled panoramic views across the capital. The course offers something for all golfers: a beautiful walk, with unforgettable views to the Castle, Arthurs Seat, North Berwick Law and over the Forth to Fife; a fun challenge with a variety of holes using the natural contours and native gorse bushes to shape the course; and a chance to play on a historic course that was a testing ground for James Braid and Tommy Armour. Braid Hills is a Par 71 that will test the experienced golfer, and give golfers of all abilities a memorable round.
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Anthony Z rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 25 2023
Beautiful course with a good practice facility. The greens could have been a little quicker but still ran true.
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A Golfer rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 9 2021
Greens in immaculate condition
Stunning views over Edinburgh to East Lothian, Fife and the Firth Of Forth AND the greens were in immaculate condition for the end of September.Reviewer Rating
Steven D rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 27 2021
Edinburgh municipal gem.
You get great views of Edinburgh from a lot of the holes. According to the scorecard it's not a long course but if there is any wind it feels a lot longer. Some very entertaining holes that make you think and give you options to play them in different ways.Reviewer Rating
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David E rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 10 2020
as good as ever
Good conditiion with long rough adn tight fairways on several holes. Covid conditions good with no need to touch flags and pairs only 10 minutes apart. ground hard so ball ran(Round played: Jun 2020 - Score: 102 Handicap: 23.9)
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Neil M rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 3 2018
Mediocre
For a municipal course, it's good. Decent value. Some silly holes though.Reviewer Rating
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David E rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 26 2018
Beautiful views
Wonderful views over the city on a very clear day. Hilly and tight so bring lots of balls!(Round played: Aug 2018 - Score: 116 Handicap: 23.7)
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Alistair G rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 17 2018
Fantastic
Played here for many years. Still my fav course. Very fair but tee shots need to be acurate(Round played: Jul 2018 - Score: 75 Handicap: 0)
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Jonathan D rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 14 2018
Very scenic, tight course
Really enjoyed this round in the sunshine, a bit breezy, but under four hours on a Saturday morning so not too bad. A pretty course, greens very good but fairways were parched. A little confusing sometimes where you are heading and lots of blind shots. Worth the weekend fee of £26 I thought.(Round played: Jul 2018 - Score: 88 Handicap: 15.1)
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Jim B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 14 2018
Tough test on a quality hilly course.
A real test of golf and stamina with stunning views of Edinburgh city. Significant changes of elevation mean several greens are hidden on approach. Expect to lose golf balls!Reviewer Rating
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Chris O rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 25 2018
One of the best for scenery
The braids is a great course with a number of challenging holes. Don't be afraid of the hill walking as you will be rewarded with some fantastic views of Edinburgh(Round played: May 2018 - Score: 97 Handicap: 24)
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Robert G rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 19 2018
Braids hills golf course is very challenging course with a lot of gorse bushes
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Kevin B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 18 2018
Fantastic views of Edinburgh, Fife and surrounding area.
The course is short, but challenging. They are improving the condition every year.
(Round played: May 2018 - Score: 86 Handicap: 18.2)
The course is short, but challenging. They are improving the condition every year.
(Round played: May 2018 - Score: 86 Handicap: 18.2)
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Kevin M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 17 2018
Challenging for sure
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Gavin H rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 9 2017
Great views, tough course
Great views of Edinburgh, wonderful to play on nice weather day, requires accurate driving but not a long course, get ready to lose a few balls in the gorseReviewer Rating
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Eddie C rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 14 2017
Excellent views over Edinburgh
Fairways and greens held up very well following overnight rain. Find the fairways or you're looking at dropped shots.(Round played: Jun 2017 - Score: 93 Handicap: 27.6)
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Bradford K rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 3 2017
Pretty nice course in Edinburgh, Scotland. Beautiful view, moderately challenging
(Round played: Apr 2017 - Score: 95 Handicap: 17.4)
(Round played: Apr 2017 - Score: 95 Handicap: 17.4)
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Mark P rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 20 2017
Very good course but not for the unfit. Excellent views and greens. Good range of holes.
Limited council facilities but ok
(Round played: Feb 2017 - Score: 79 Handicap: 9.4)
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Steve M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 30 2016
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Stephen L rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 29 2016
Really enjoyed the course. Greens in good condition.
(Round played: Oct 2016 - Score: 83 Handicap: 15)
(Round played: Oct 2016 - Score: 83 Handicap: 15)
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Bill K rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 14 2016
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Scott F rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 5 2016
Great but very difficult course!
This plays like a links, with the dense bushes hiding any ball that finds it's way in. I played badly so it reflected on my score as I kept losing balls!
However the course itself is in very good condition (especially for a public course), it is steep at ?26 a round but if this was a private club it would be ?60-70 a round and it would still be worth it!
Very interesting layout with lots of ups and downs and some outstanding views!
This plays like a links, with the dense bushes hiding any ball that finds it's way in. I played badly so it reflected on my score as I kept losing balls!
However the course itself is in very good condition (especially for a public course), it is steep at ?26 a round but if this was a private club it would be ?60-70 a round and it would still be worth it!
Very interesting layout with lots of ups and downs and some outstanding views!
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Mark P rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 4 2016
Standard bearer of municipal courses in Edinbugh
Not for the faint hearted in places as it's pretty hilly but the panorama is worth it
Always well maintained
Give it a go and you'll know you've played a round of golf you won't forget in a hurry !
(Round played: Oct 2016 - Score: 88 Handicap: 9.7)
Not for the faint hearted in places as it's pretty hilly but the panorama is worth it
Always well maintained
Give it a go and you'll know you've played a round of golf you won't forget in a hurry !
(Round played: Oct 2016 - Score: 88 Handicap: 9.7)
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Hugh A rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 28 2016
Great course with a few tricky holes, especially 18th - a tough way to finish a round
(Round played: Aug 2016 - Score: 117 Handicap: )
(Round played: Aug 2016 - Score: 117 Handicap: )
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Mark P rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 21 2016
excellent course and in good nick - great views
great views and very tricky in places(Round played: Jun 2016 - Score: 84 Handicap: 10)
great views and very tricky in places(Round played: Jun 2016 - Score: 84 Handicap: 10)
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Mark P rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 7 2016
Very good course and great views a must visit
(Round played: Feb 2016 - Score: 84 Handicap: 10.2)
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Mark P rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 7 2015
very good course with fantastic views - little bit soggy when played
(Round played: Dec 2015 - Score: 79 Handicap: 10.9)
(Round played: Dec 2015 - Score: 79 Handicap: 10.9)
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Brian G rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 7 2015
(Round played: Sep 2015 - Score: 103 Handicap: 25.3)
I had heard this course was a challenge but hey,,,, gorse bushes everywhere meant any wayward shot was a lost ball, lost 6 in the round (usually 2 at most). Last hole is a beauty,,, not
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Mark P rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 23 2015
Great views and great course but not for the unfit!
(Round played: Jul 2015 - Score: 81 Handicap: 13)
(Round played: Jul 2015 - Score: 81 Handicap: 13)
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Kevin P rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 15 2015
always In great condition and great views down the east coast
(Round played: Jun 2015 - Score: 91 Handicap: 15.3)
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David W rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 10 2015
course playing excellent, greens true and good.
(Round played: Jun 2015 - Score: 80 Handicap: 13.2)
(Round played: Jun 2015 - Score: 80 Handicap: 13.2)
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Braid Hills Golf Course Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Braid Hills Golf Course?
No, we are unaware of a driving range at this venue.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Braid Hills Golf Course?
No, we are unaware of a clubhouse at this venue.
Is there a golf pro shop at Braid Hills Golf Course?
Yes there is a golf pro shop which you can access prior to your round of golf or visit to the golf club.
Are there changing facilities at Braid Hills Golf Course?
No, we are unaware of changing facilities at this venue.
No, we are unaware of being able to hire buggies here.
Can you hire golf clubs at Braid Hills Golf Course?
Yes you can hire golf clubs but these will be subject to availability. Contact Braid Hills Golf Course prior to your visit to confirm your requirements.
Is there a bar at Braid Hills Golf Course?
No, we are unaware of a bar at this venue.
Is there a restaurant at Braid Hills Golf Course?
No, we are unaware of a restaurant at this venue.
Is there accommodation at Braid Hills Golf Course?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Braid Hills Golf Course?
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