Royal Troon Golf Club

Royal Troon lies at the southern end of that beautiful stretch of Ayrshire coastline where golf was played long before the Troon Golf Club was founded in 1878. The Club became Royal in its centenary year of 1978 and was the last of the royal clubs to be so honoured. Several famous architects have been associated with the development of the course, Willie, Fernie, James Braid and Alistair MacKenzie of Augusta fame among them. This is majestic links land with the back nine holes as demanding as any in championship golf. The 145th Open Championship takes place at Royal Troon in 2016.
The Old Course is a challenging test of golfing ability. With the wind to contend with, and deep rough interspersed with gorse and broom, accurate shot making is essential.

COURSE DETAILS:
Founded: 1878
Type: Links
Architect: Braid, McKenzie, Pennick
Length: 7097 yds
Holes: 18
Par: 72
Location: Craigend Road, Troon, Ayrshire