{"id":190642,"date":"2025-06-17T03:31:20","date_gmt":"2025-06-17T03:31:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/190642\/"},"modified":"2025-06-17T03:31:20","modified_gmt":"2025-06-17T03:31:20","slug":"swing-into-summer-at-an-edinburgh-golf-course","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/190642\/","title":{"rendered":"Swing into summer at an Edinburgh golf course"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Edinburgh Leisure invites locals and visitors alike to \u201cSwing into Summer\u201d with a new campaign celebrating the city\u2019s six diverse golf courses and an exhibition showcasing Edinburgh\u2019s rich golfing heritage.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a seasoned golfer or a beginner, Edinburgh Leisure offers a way to start with a choice of\u00a0six scenic courses\u00a0in the city. With both nine and 18 hole options, flexible memberships, and pay-as-you-play access, there\u2019s something for everyone.<\/p>\n<p>The\u00a0\u201cSwing into Summer\u201d\u00a0campaign highlights the sport\u2019s accessibility, sociability, and health benefits\u2014especially for retirees, young professionals, and casual players looking for a relaxing way to stay active.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>It also positions Edinburgh Leisure as the ideal launchpad for summer golf adventures, including the prestigious\u00a0Scottish Open in North Berwick this July.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Discover the Courses<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Braid Hills<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 A historic course with panoramic views and a legacy tied to golfing legends like James Braid and Tommy Armour.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Wee Braids<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 A family-friendly 9-hole course perfect for beginners and quick rounds, just minutes from the city centre.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Silverknowes<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 A coastal gem with generous fairways and stunning views across the Firth of Forth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Craigentinny<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 A walkable parkland course with vistas of Arthur\u2019s Seat and Calton Hill, offering a mix of challenging holes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Carrick Knowe<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Nestled near Murrayfield Stadium, this mature course blends tradition with modern design.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Portobello<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 A compact and forgiving 9-hole course with tight greens and a memorable finishing hole.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Teeing Off Through Time: A Golf Heritage Exhibition<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As part of the\u00a0Edinburgh 900 celebrations, Edinburgh Leisure is proud to present\u00a0\u201cTeeing Off Through Time\u201d, which will be on permanent display at Silverknowes Golf Course.\u00a0\u00a0 There will also be an opportunity to visit the exhibition from 9\u201315 July\u00a0at\u00a0St James Quarter, next to Mhor Bakery on Leith Street, where it will be on display as part of Edinburgh Leisure\u2019s contribution to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/edinburgh.org\/900\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Edinburgh 900<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This free exhibition explores Edinburgh\u2019s pivotal role in the history of golf, showcases the stories behind Edinburgh Leisure\u2019s six courses, and celebrates iconic local tournaments like the Dispatch Trophy and Gibson Cup.<\/p>\n<p>Visitors can also view rare photographs and memorabilia from the\u00a0Braid Hills and Silverknowes collections, made possible by the\u00a0Sporting Heritage Grants Programme\u00a0and the\u00a0National Lottery Heritage Fund, which will be on display again at Silverknowes from the beginning of July.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edinburghleisure.co.uk\/activities\/golf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.edinburghleisure.co.uk\/activities\/golf\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" 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