Prestonfield Golf Club
Course Information
Prestonfield Golf Club, Lothian is an 18 hole, par 70 (6206 yard), private, parkland golf course designed by James Braid in 1920
18 holes | Par 70 | 6206 yards | Private | Parkland
Prestonfield Golf Club Information
Golf Club Overview
Address: 6 Priestfield Road, North, Lothian, EH16 5HS United Kingdom
Tel: 01316658597
Golf Pro: Scott Clark | Tel: 01316658597
Website: https://www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk/
Golf Club Facilities
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Prestonfield Reviews
Discover what golfers are saying about the course, facilities, and overall experience at Prestonfield Golf Club. 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 Prestonfield Golf Club.
GOLFSHAKE RATING
3.95
AVERAGE RATING 4.2
(based on 60 reviews)
5 star
21
4 star
31
3 star
5
2 star
2
1 star
1
HIGHLY RATED
100%
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What the club says: Prestonfield Golf Club is set in beautiful parkland and is centrally located in Edinburgh. James Braid, one of the most famous names in golf, created the present layout. The course is a testing par 70 of 6206 yards whose two par 5s are very long but its par 3's quite short by today's standards. The character lies in the amount of long testing par 4's that can vary greatly depending on wind direction and strength.
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Norman C rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 5 2022
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Norman C rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 29 2022
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Show moreTerry S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 10 2021
Fantastic course worth visiting
A fantastic course and great find well worth visiting. Set at the foot of "Arthur's Seat" in Edinburgh and very picturesque. Great condition, very welcoming staff and good value.Nice clubhouse and overall a pleasant Scottish visit.
(Round played: Aug 2021 - Score: 89 Handicap: 18.8)
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Show moreMark P rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 30 2021
Stunning parkland course
This really is a stunning parkland course, beautifully laid out and some stunning views of Arthur's Seat and the surrounding landscape. The holes are well laid out with just a couple of pinch points, and the course was in fabulous condition. Definitely worth visiting if you're in Edinburgh.(Round played: Jun 2021 - Score: 85 Handicap: 11.6)
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Show moreCalum F rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 16 2020
Very nice course
The course was in great condition and is situated in a great location with views onto Arthur seat. Shame the golf I played wasn’t as good!(Round played: Aug 2020 - Score: 116 Handicap: )
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Show moreDuncan D rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 4 2020
Excellent hidden gem
Absolutely stunning course, very welcoming members and pro. Green fees and club hire very good value. Course in great condition and really was the highlight of my first trip to Scotland. Would love to return in summer months or on another trip to Edinburgh. Great value and stunning views.(Round played: Feb 2019 - Score: 83 Handicap: )
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Show moreAlistair G rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 20 2020
Fantastic course. New member and first card towards handicap. Played with 2 very friendly member so all good.
(Round played: Jun 2020 - Score: 81 Handicap: 7.8)
(Round played: Jun 2020 - Score: 81 Handicap: 7.8)
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Show moreGraham H rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 4 2019
A Good Club
Not the friendliest welcome, but that is unusual for this club which I have played at before. It is a good club and they have invested in drainage and reshaped some greens of late. It provides a consistent challenge while not too daunting for the high handicapper. Highlight holes - the dogleg 14th.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreSparky rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 19 2019
Great day out
Really enjoyed my round of golf on this course. Rumours about it being bad when wet but I disagree. Played after a few days of heavy rain and course was in fine condition.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreJonesy rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 19 2019
Nice course, in good condition
Played this course and think the layout is good. It is all in front of you with no hidden tricks. Course condition was very good.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreJohn R rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 4 2016
very good course.Perfect day for golf. good challenge for all golfers
(Round played: Sep 2016 - Score: 79 Handicap: 10.3)
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Show moreAndrew H rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 1 2016
Very good course, in great condition. Be better if I could hit more fairways but that's down to me ???? some challenging holes on the course very good
(Round played: Sep 2016 - Score: 77 Handicap: 12)
(Round played: Sep 2016 - Score: 77 Handicap: 12)
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Show moreAlistair M rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 25 2016
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Show moreJack C rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 7 2016
(Round played: Jun 2016 - Score: 95 Handicap: 28)
Excellent course very well groomed and brilliant scenery
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Show moreHenri P rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 6 2016
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Show moreChris S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 2 2016
Very well presented course. Tees, fairways and greens all in good condition.
(Round played: Jun 2016 - Score: 81 Handicap: 11.4)
(Round played: Jun 2016 - Score: 81 Handicap: 11.4)
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Show moreVinny B/ edinburgh rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 20 2015
Brilliant greens for November - I got three birdies and a few long par putt saves - fairways were firm - apparently new drainage put in two years back making this a 12 month course
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Show moreSteven R rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 20 2015
really nice course in good condition considering we are at the back end of the season
(Round played: Sep 2015 - Score: 93 Handicap: 26.6)
(Round played: Sep 2015 - Score: 93 Handicap: 26.6)
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Show moreGraham J rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 5 2015
Course is in good condition considering the poor start to summer. Good variety of holes in a lovely setting. Bunkers need attending, some brick hard others plenty sand.
(Round played: Jun 2015 - Score: 82 Handicap: 12)
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Show moreAdam W rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 12 2015
Great little course close to Edinburgh. In good nick all round and good facilities
(Round played: May 2015 - Score: 90 Handicap: 13.6)
(Round played: May 2015 - Score: 90 Handicap: 13.6)
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Show moreJim C rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 22 2015
Still playing winter greens and from fairway mats. Good pro shop, excellent clubhouse facilities with full menu/TV sports channels etc. Friendly staff.
(Round played: Mar 2015 - Score: 103 Handicap: 21.7)
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Show moreIan M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 15 2015
(Round played: Mar 2015 - Score: 84 Handicap: 14.5)
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AndyB Edinburgh rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 6 2014
Great course in the centre of Edinburgh with spectacular views of Arthurs Seat. Course condition is excellent, in particular the greens. Very handy if you are staying in town and fancy a quick round - course is quite flat but a good challenge. Clubhouse and facilities are modern and the food was excellent.
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Show moreScott J rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 26 2014
Anyone playing Prestonfield for the first time will just be blown away by the spectacular views on Arthur Seat. The club has invested heavily improving drainage over the years to the extent that it is very rarely troubled by flooding any more. It is a very challenging layout and if you get the chance to play off the medal tees you need to be on top of your game.
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Show moreAileen Hunter rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 25 2014
If you are in Edinburgh this course is so close to the city centre it's well worth a visit. The views around the course and from the club balcony are stunning. The course is extremely pleasant to play, with a number of goof holes, especially the 3rd which is a very challenging dog-leg. The par 3s are deceptively difficult and all well bunkered.
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Show moreGraham H rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 11 2012
Very respectable golf club - lovely setting / location and club house. half of the course is top notch while half is perhaps a little bland being flat parkland and can get boggy after heavy rain. Otherwise a course well suited to a wide range of golfers and that most will very much enjoy.
(Round played: Nov 2012 - Score: 93 Handicap: 25)
(Round played: Nov 2012 - Score: 93 Handicap: 25)
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Show morejamie robertson rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 25 2012
the course is very boring and to flat and well over rated. When it rains the course is absolutely shocking for holding water and floods easily,it is over priced and just paying for the location. many better course in edinburgh to play.
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Show moreGraham H rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 8 2012
A good course with a variety of challenges. The rather flat middle section is bland, yet helps the higher handicap player improve his game. Some terrific old trees add great character closer to the old club house. Location in central Edinburgh and welcoming attitude to visitors is excellent. Only concern would be that the course can suffer from water logging.
(Round played: Aug 2012 - Score: 95 Handicap: 19.2)
(Round played: Aug 2012 - Score: 95 Handicap: 19.2)
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Show moreSlawomir K rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 19 2012
very nice course.greens perfect friendly staff.easy Woking.
(Round played: Jun 2012 - Score: 89 Handicap: 20.8)
(Round played: Jun 2012 - Score: 89 Handicap: 20.8)
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Show moreMark S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 21 2012
very scenic course with the dramatic backdrop of Arthur's Seat, the course had suffered from the poor weather and as a result had some standing water on the fairways, however that aside this is a really good course, the greens a really well bunkered and if you are shooting well you can score well and be very satisfied with your game, if you are not playing well you can be penalized but you can recover. we will be back to play this course again.
(Round played: May 2012 - Score: 95 Handicap: 16.9)
(Round played: May 2012 - Score: 95 Handicap: 16.9)
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Prestonfield Golf Club Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Prestonfield Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of a driving range at this venue.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Prestonfield Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Prestonfield Golf Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Prestonfield Golf Club?
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 Prestonfield Golf Club?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Prestonfield Golf Club.
Can you hire buggies at Prestonfield Golf Club?
Buggy hire is available and will be subject to availability. Call prior to your visit to confirm you requirements.
Can you hire golf clubs at Prestonfield Golf Club?
Yes you can hire golf clubs but these will be subject to availability. Contact Prestonfield Golf Club prior to your visit to confirm your requirements.
Is there a bar at Prestonfield Golf Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Prestonfield Golf Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Prestonfield Golf Club
Is there accommodation at Prestonfield Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Prestonfield Golf Club?
Yes there is the option to hire out function or conference rooms. Contact Prestonfield Golf Club for further details.
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