Kingsbarns Golf Links
Course Information
Kingsbarns Golf Links, Fife is an 18 hole, par 72 (7227 yard), privately owned, pay and play links golf course designed by Kyle Phillips and opened in 2000.
18 holes | Par 72 | 7227 yards | Private | Links
Kingsbarns Golf Links Information
Golf Club Overview
Address: Kingsbarns, St Andrews, Fife, KY16 8QD United Kingdom
Tel: 01334 460860
Website: https://www.kingsbarns.com
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Kingsbarns Golf Links Reviews
Discover what golfers are saying about the course, facilities, and overall experience at Kingsbarns Golf Links. Explore detailed insights on the golf course, including course conditions, value for money, and pace of play from the latest reviews and feedback in 2025. The Golfshake independent reviews also cover important factors like facilities & service, hospitality, practice facilities, and food & drink. Access the latest, unbiased reviews to help you make an informed decision about your next round at Kingsbarns Golf Links.
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4.96
AVERAGE RATING 4.7
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What the club says: Kingsbarns Golf Links is proud to be part of the heritage of links golf in St Andrews. Located 7 miles south east of the ’home of golf’, the game has been played on the site since 1793.
Kyle Phillips designed this Top 100 Ranked golf course and by setting it in an amphitheatre along the coast, nearly every hole boasts spectacular views of the North Sea. Each Autumn Kingsbarns joins the Old Course, St Andrews and Carnoustie Golf Links as a co-host of the European Tour’s prestigious Alfred Dunhill Links Championship.
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Rick L rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 4 2025
One of the best courses I've ever played
From the initial greeting as we arrived everything was outstanding.The staff greeting you and checking you in were friendly and efficient, we had some lunch before our round, the food was great and staff inside were chatty, friendly and seemed genuinely happy to be doing their jobs.
The course was in great condition, it had only opened a few days before the round so that was to be expected. The pace of play was excellent, to the point that for most of the round we felt like there was no one else on the course with us even though it was busy.
All in all not only one of the best courses I've played but also one of the best golf experiences I've had. I'll definitely be going back again!
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Richard R rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 4 2024
Great Experience
We played with 2 men from Australia. We had a forecasts who greatly enhanced the experience with his local knowledge of the greens and ho to approach each gree.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreAndy F rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 2 2024
Exceptional
A truly magnificent truly links golf course with stunning views everywhere. Undulating fairways and tricky greensReviewer Rating
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A Golfer rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 17 2024
Great experience in a very professional environment. Scenic views and a great course with high quality of the tee boxes, fairways and greens.
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A Golfer rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 17 2024
Stunning location, excellent layout, excellent condition, great staff.
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Adam B rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 12 2023
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Show moreA Golfer rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 13 2023
This course is simply spectacular! The quality of the course is exceptional, the design is stunning, and the playing experience is excellent both on and off the course. The layout, challenge, and tee time spacing are all superb, and the views are incredible. It's no wonder this course is considered one of the top 3 in Scotland.
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Gary E rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 14 2022
Kingsbarns
Amazing course with terrific views and facilities. I’ve been lucky enough to play it many times and have played it for free a few times.I would play it every day and be happy.
I live in St. Andrews so Kingsbarns is only 5 miles up the coast.
It’s a belter of a course.
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Show moreGary E rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 22 2022
Unbelievable experience
From the moment you arrive its an experience you wont forget. The meet and greet was extremely welcoming, the practise area well setup with free balls and a lovely Club house and facilities. We were paired up with a husband and wife from the US who had paid for two caddies. Throughout the whole round both offered us advice of club selection and lines even though we hadn't paid. The scenery was stunning, the course challenging but it all added up to fantastic and memorable day, Highlight for me was a 65ft putt for Par which the caddie had given me the line and pace on...he was as chuffed as i was! Expensive, but as it was a 60th birthday present well worth it. I would encourage any golfer to play this course at least once, you wont regret it.Reviewer Rating
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The BFG/Edinburgh rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 24 2022
Bucket List
This course is on most people\'s bucket list, mine included, so I was delighted to get to play it. We got a good deal, but it was still the most I have ever payed for a round of golf, by far! The facilities and the service could not have been better - it really is a pleasure to roll up to places like this and get treated so well.\As for the course, many of the holes are outstanding - visually stunning, well-designed, and challenging, but fair for all levels. However, there are a few holes that are completely plain and forgettable, which surprised me given the reputation the course has.\I\'m glad I have ticked it off the list, and if you get the chance you certainly should. But, in all honesty, I won\'t go out of my way to go back again.Reviewer Rating
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A Golfer rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 21 2021
Spectacular course
A real challenge, spectacular course / views just an all round pleasurable experience.Reviewer Rating
Michael C rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 1 2021
Stunning course and outstanding staff.
Course in fantastic condition, impeccable throughout. Tough challenging course. Day made perfect by lovely attentive staff from start to finish.(Round played: Sep 2021 - Score: 99 Handicap: 21.1)
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Steven K rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 5 2021
Best course I've played
I'm not bragging......but i'm up to around 250 different courses played in the UK including most of the Open/Ryder Cup venues & this is by far the best so far. The layout, variety, scenery and hospitality are second to none. Yes, it's expensive, but it's a 'treat' course that if you are lucky, may only play a couple of times, so save up and play it - you'll not be disappointed. And putting out 'fairway lights' as it was a bit foggy when we tee'd off to help us round was a new experience......pure class!Reviewer Rating
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Show moreAndy H rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 4 2021
Unbelievable!
What. A. Course. Quite something else. Perfect layout, wonderfully kept, greens awesome. Quiet. Beautiful. Play this course.....(Round played: May 2021 - Score: 88 Handicap: 11)
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Show moreDavid A rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 19 2020
Golf heaven
Tough (obviously) but Kingsbarns really is golfing nirvana. Thanks to our forecaddie, Mike Thompson. Knowledgeable and a great lad.(Round played: Sep 2020 - Score: 100 Handicap: 17.1)
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Dean watson rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 22 2019
Cost
I’ve played all the St. Andrews courses now apart from Kingsbarns,it looks amazing but is any course worth the green fees they charge.the old course was £90 pounds which is good valve having all the history that comes with it.kingsbarns £285 because it’s claim to fame is the dunhill.surely the prices are the wrong way around.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreNeil M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 3 2018
Great
Super course, a joy to play. Some stunning holes. Most tee shots look quite daunting, but the reality is the dunes feed the ball back towards the fairway, and the rough is much thinner than it looks off the tee, so it is quite forgiving and playable if you get out of position.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreSam L rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 24 2018
Simply superb, best course I have ever played at
By far the best course I have played at. From the minute you arrive, everything they do is as you could hope it would be.Having played Carnoustie the day before, and been somewhat disappointed by the overall experience it was an absolute pleasure to arrive at Kingsbarns and get spoilt.
The club and check-in is efficient, the practice grounds superb, the clubhouse and locker room friendly and well designed with stunning views out to the course.
We were very lucky with the weather, a milder wind than you may expect at this time of year and sunshine, but the course was in sublime condition. Trolleys included in your round as well as plenty of other small gifts like ball markers, pitch mark repairers. Given the price you pay you may suggest that this is to be expected but it is nice not to have to worry about the small details.
The course itself was superbly laid out, some very challenging holes, but equally able to play each one differently so that accuracy and course management is as important as being able to hit big.
The greens were lightening quick but ran so true that you could trust your instincts and if you had read the line and pace well, be rewarded, but like most of the course, if you make a mistake you are punished.
Despite having not scored as well as I would have liked I took a couple of birdies and a few pars, just being brutally punished when in a couple of the bunkers, and I really enjoyed the challenge of playing such a visually striking course that was imposing but fair.
I have not played a better course in my memory, despite having played some notable courses, and would thoroughly recommend a visit to Kingsbarns if you are in the area, or simply if you just love a good round of golf.
Not often you can say that a round this expensive was worth every penny, but it really was that enjoyable to play that it becomes a secondary factor and I would happily pay it to play many times in the future.
(Round played: Sep 2018 - Score: 100 Handicap: 19.2)
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Show moreJc A rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 25 2018
Fantastic day. Great course. People super friendly. I would highly recommend it!!!!!
(Round played: Aug 2018 - Score: 99 Handicap: 17.8)
(Round played: Aug 2018 - Score: 99 Handicap: 17.8)
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Show moreMichael G rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 27 2018
As good as it gets
What can you say that hasn’t already been said. One of the best courses in the world let alone the UK. Stunning views, immaculate course. A real treat.(Round played: Jun 2018 - Score: 86 Handicap: 11.7)
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Show moreG. Martin, Glasgow rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 25 2018
Top Scottish Links
Great course with a great setting. Worthy of it's high ranking. The course was in immaculate condition, even in April. Practice facilities are very good, staff friendly and helpful.Reviewer Rating
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Derrick L rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 26 2016
without doubt the best golf course I have played...we had a great day weather wise and played in Polo tops all the way round only a slight breeze which made the yardage easier to club on....greens were fantastic for the end of October and everything about the experience was very special....a golfing highlight for what was my 252nd golf course
(Round played: Oct 2016 - Score: 83 Handicap: 11.7)
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Show moreRene J rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 23 2016
An outstanding course, possibly the best I have ever played. The club, course and staff were all outstanding making it a truly memorable experience. Expensive but as a one-off it was well worth it
(Round played: Jul 2016 - Score: 88 Handicap: 12.1)
(Round played: Jul 2016 - Score: 88 Handicap: 12.1)
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Show moreChris R rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 20 2016
A great day, very friendly people, great course with amazing views. The food was ok but the rest of the day was magical
(Round played: Jul 2016 - Score: 90 Handicap: 13)
(Round played: Jul 2016 - Score: 90 Handicap: 13)
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Show moreDion F rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 19 2016
Beautiful scenic course with challenging bunkers and greens. Enjoyed our round. Was not impressed by the food although service was wonderful.
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Show moreSteve R rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 26 2016
(Round played: Jun 2016 - Score: 94 Handicap: 17.6)
A fantastic course, sheer understated quality. Loved every minute of it. Expensive but you have to pay for the best..
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Show moreIan W rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 11 2016
Glorious, rolling landscape with plenty of elevated tees and wonderful views up the Fife coast. Generous fairways but the early season greens were a little bumpy.
(Round played: Apr 2016 - Score: 86 Handicap: 14.6)
(Round played: Apr 2016 - Score: 86 Handicap: 14.6)
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Show moreColin M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 30 2015
One of the best courses I have played. Facilities great. Pity my golf wasn't as good as the venue.
(Round played: Sep 2015 - Score: 97 Handicap: 18.3)
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Show moreRobert W rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 1 2015
Fully lives up to its billing as one of the top UK courses. It can be tough in places but always rewards good shots and leaves you feeling it was an enjoyable challenge. The magic of the course is that it feels like it's always been there despite being a relatively new links. A true gem
(Round played: Jul 2014 - Score: 82 Handicap: 8.2)
(Round played: Jul 2014 - Score: 82 Handicap: 8.2)
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Show moreAndrew W rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 14 2015
Fabulous course but at £226 a round not cheap.
(Round played: Jun 2015 - Score: 90 Handicap: 13.2)
(Round played: Jun 2015 - Score: 90 Handicap: 13.2)
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Kingsbarns Golf Links Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Kingsbarns Golf Links?
Yes there is a driving range at Kingsbarns Golf Links which will be accessible prior to visiting and open for use.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Kingsbarns Golf Links?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Kingsbarns Golf Links.
Is there a golf pro shop at Kingsbarns Golf Links?
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 Kingsbarns Golf Links?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Kingsbarns Golf Links.
No, we are unaware of being able to hire buggies here.
Can you hire golf clubs at Kingsbarns Golf Links?
Yes you can hire golf clubs but these will be subject to availability. Contact Kingsbarns Golf Links prior to your visit to confirm your requirements.
Is there a bar at Kingsbarns Golf Links?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Kingsbarns Golf Links?
Yes you can order food for dining at Kingsbarns Golf Links
Is there accommodation at Kingsbarns Golf Links?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Kingsbarns Golf Links?
No, we are unaware of any function rooms being available.
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