Carnoustie (Burnside)

The Burnside is known for its short holes, and the 158-yard 5th hole, dubbed "Burn," and the 228-yard 14th hole, dubbed "Scoup," will fit in well on any championship course. With the long par four 17th – Sinkies – measuring 473 yards and perhaps one of the most challenging par fours anywhere, a good finish is required. There's no respite at the 18th hole, the 307-yard par four "Lismore," where the out of bounds barrier has ruined many a scorecard.

The Burnside may be overshadowed by its more popular neighbor, but it has its own personality and beauty, and it is a fine game of golf in its own right, with a par of 68 and a standard scratch score of 70 to prove it.

Carnoustie's three public links courses – Championship, Burnside, and Buddon – are used by a number of local clubs, including Carnoustie Caledonia, Carnoustie Mercantile, Carnoustie New Taymouth, Dalhousie, and Carnoustie Ladies, which was established in 1873 and is the world's oldest female golf club.

Other Golf Courses in Scotland

Kings

Kelso Golf Club

Stonehaven Golf Club

Macdonald Cardrona Hotel (Championship Course)

The Old Course, St Andrews

Brora

Royal Troon (Old)