Wesrern Gailes
The reputation of Western Gailes as one of the game’s finest and more exacting courses has spread worldwide as evidenced by its numerous visitors from around the world including golfing legends from this and the last century.
The great Harry Vardon arrived at Western Gailes in June 1903 celebrating his fourth Open victory. In 1923 its attractions were being lauded by the then US Open Champion Gene Sarazen who played the course with three other outstanding professionals.
Greats from the second half of the 20th century such as Gary Player, Tom Watson and Tony Jacklin have also visited, while from the modern game Luke Donald, Rory McIlroy and Bubba Watson have all tested their mettle over this classic links course.
‘A club quietly content in its own regal setting, evidently comfortable with its world-renowned standing in the game.’
David Livingstone – Sky Sports Golf
‘I had heard so much praise about Western Gailes over the years that it was high on my list of must play courses. It didn’t disappoint. Beautiful holes, on great land make it endlessly interesting and challenging… I look forward to my next chance to play.’
Geoff Ogilvy – US Open Champion
Wonderful Western Gailes on Ayrshire’s golf coast
Visitors
Visitor tee times are available to be pre booked as follows;
Monday – 09.00-12.00 & 14.00-16.30
Tuesday – 14.00-15.00
Wednesday – 09.00-12.00 & 14.00-16.30
Thursday -14.00-15.00
Friday – 09.00-12.00 & 14.00-16.30
Saturday – 15.30-16.30
Sunday – 14.30-16.00
2026 Green Fees
10 November 2025 – 15 March 2026 Weekdays – £95.00 per round pp
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16 March – 12 April and 14 October – 6 November 2026 (not Saturdays) – £190.00* per round pp
(*including Soup & Sandwiches on weekdays only)
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13 – 30 April 2026 (not Saturdays) £245.00* per round pp (*including Soup & Sandwiches on
weekdays only)
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1 May – 13 October 2026 Weekdays – £310.00* per round pp/Two Rounds (same day) £425.00*
(*including Lunch)
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May – September 2026 Saturday – £335.00** per round pp (** No dining room facilities)
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May – 13 October 2026 Sunday – £310.00** per round pp (** No dining room facilities)
Western Gailes, Gailes Rd, Irvine KA11 5AE
