Fishing Heritage
Fishing harbours keep Buchan's maritime identity visible along the coast.
ABERDEEN, SCOTLAND
Buchan Coast
Three traditional links rooted in northeast Scotland's golfing history.
Three Historic Links Beside the North Sea
Buchan Coast brings three historic links together along a wild stretch of northeast shoreline. Cruden Bay twists through towering dunes, Peterhead occupies exposed ground beside the River Ugie, and Fraserburgh adds another traditional seaside test farther north.
The appeal is pure links variety, with wind, firm turf, and coastal contours changing the questions each day.
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Centuries of Golf
Fraserburgh Golf Club was founded in 1777.
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Earliest Record
Golf was documented at Fraserburgh as early as 1613.
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Vardon Opening
Harry Vardon won Cruden Bay's 1899 opening event.
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Cairntrodlie Beginnings
Peterhead was initially established on the links at Cairntrodlie in 1841.
BUCHAN LINKS
More Than Golf Awaits
Kinfern can include local places and experiences alongside your golf, should you wish to spend more time exploring beyond the course.
- Discover Slains Castle above the cliffs near Cruden Bay.
- Explore Peterhead Prison Museum and its immersive audio tour.
- Walk around the breathtaking rock formations at Bullers of Buchan.
- Visit the Museum of Scottish Lighthouses at Kinnaird Head.
Exposed Shoreline
Cliffs, dunes, and broad beaches shape this exposed North Sea shoreline.
Working Towns
Fishing communities give the coast a strong working-town identity today.
Coastal Villages
Small villages punctuate the coastal route north of Cruden Bay.
Begin Your Journey
Speak with our golf travel specialists and start planning your next championship experience.