Archerfield

Archerfield is one of the leading golf resorts in the southeast of Scotland, and is home to two 18-hole layouts, the beautiful Archerfield House, and an incredible range of accommodation and facilities across the property.

The venue is home to two stunning golf courses, both of which comfortably make it on to the NCG Top 100s: Scotland list. The Dirleton is the true links layout at the venue, with the Fidra offering a mixture of links and woodland holes, with the woodland section running through tall Scottish pines. The Archerfield Performance Centre also offers a perfect spot for some practice and coaching, with TopTracer technology on the driving range. 

Accommodation-wise, there is something for everyone at Archerfield. The venue plays host to a range of suites, all of which are individually decorated, housed in the former coach house and stables. There are also cottages, villas and a boathouse for larger groups, along with a selection of beautiful timber wood lodges. 

Archerfield House is the centrepiece of the resort. The glorious 18th Century building mainly hosts weddings and functions these days. For those looking to relax and unwind during their time at the East Lothian venue, Fletcher’s Cottage is the place to go. Massages and treatments are on offer from qualified therapists, while there is also a sauna, steam room and even a gym for those looking to work out. 

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Archerfield Links is blessed to have two stunning 18-hole courses, both of which offer very different challenges. The Dirleton is the true links layout at the venue, while the Fidra offers something rarely seen in this part of the world... 

Fidra Course 

The Fidra Course, surprisingly, is not linksy – at least half of it isn’t, anyway. It starts with holes whose fairways are lined by avenues of pine trees. The Open Championship might be played a couple of hundred yards away at one of its very finest venues but the start to the Fidra feels more akin to the US Open – more like Pinehurst than Muirfield. The undulations and borrows make the greens ones to be wary of though.

The course is named after the tiny island and lighthouse just off the coastline of mainland Scotland, is a Par 72 that reaches 6,950 yards from the tips. The blues (6,585) and whites (6,200) offer a slightly less difficult challenge for those that don’t fancy the brutality of a course that plays almost 7,000 yards.

READ MORE - NCG Top 100s: Archerfield (Fidra) 

Dirleton Course 

Unlike the Fidra - which is much more US Open than Open Championship – the Dirleton Links at Archerfield is a true links layout. There are sweeping fairways, deep menacing bunkers and undulating sand dunes bordering each fairway. Further, the numerous sand traps are mostly of the old-fashioned pot bunker type, complete with revetted faces and wooden stairs – always an ominous sign.

The greens are again immaculate and those who enjoy putting on slick, pure surfaces will relish the experience. The Dirleton pushes 7,000 yards from the tips, and plays as a strong par 72 course. The layout also comes home with the backdrop of the stunning 17th Century mansion house on the property.

READ MORE - NCG Top 100s: Archerfield (Dirleton) 

As you might expect with a glorious Scottish venue, one that has 36 holes of stunning coastal golf, there is also some wonderful accommodation at Archerfield. It comes in many forms, all of which are dotted around the property.

At the south of the property, next to Archerfield House, sit the Pavilion Suites. These 12 offerings are part of the old coach house and stables, of which dates back to the 18th Century. The Pavilion Suites are all individually decorated, and come in either Double or Twin form.

The Lodges also sit to the southwest of the two golf courses, providing the perfect spot for relaxation and tranquillity. There are nine lodges, all built from timber wood, all of which can sleep at least six. The lodges at Archerfield also come equipped with Sky TV, glorious products and toiletries and even a couple of bottles of complimentary wine.

The three big accommodation offerings lie at the north of the property. The Cottage (sleeps 4), The Boathouse (sleeps 8) and the Marina Villa (sleeps 10), are all great options for those larger groups making the trip to the East Lothian region.

Fletcher’s Cottage is the spa facility at the Archerfield Resort. The facility plays host to a lavender sauna, steam room, gym and a walled garden to walk around. Residents of the hotel and lodges, along with those just visiting for the day, can enjoy massages and treatments at Fletcher’s Cottage, to relax and unwind. 

Archerfield House is the main building on the property, and it is a stunning architectural design. The venue is mainly used for weddings and private functions, providing a perfect place for those special days.

Where is Archerfield?

Archerfield sits in the Scottish region of East Lothian, and the venue is within 20 miles of Edinburgh, the nation’s capital city. The towns of North Berwick and Gullane are within a short drive from Archerfield, with the northern side of the resort looking out into the North Sea.

What is the nearest airport and station to Archerfield?

With Edinburgh being the nearest city, Edinburgh Airport provides the perfect spot for international visitors to the region. It is the biggest and busiest airport in Scotland, with more than 15 million passengers travelling through annually, and sits 30 miles to the west. North Berwick is the nearest train station, just five miles to the east, with trains running to and from Edinburgh every hour.

What golf facilities does Archerfield offer?

Archerfield has a dual-ended driving range as part of its sublime practice facilities. At one end of the range, there are also covered bays with TopTracer technology as well. There are two short game areas by the clubhouse with chipping greens and bunkers, along with a trio of putting greens on the property.

Does Archerfield offer golf lessons?

Lessons are available at the Archerfield Performance Centre, with two PGA-qualified professionals on hand. The state-of-the-art technology allows for coaching, fitting and biomechanics work on site.

What are the green fees at Archerfield?

The price of a green fee at Archerfield changes throughout the year, depending on the season. It is also different depending on whether it is a weekday or weekend.

For more information on current green fees at Archerfield, visit their website here.

What accommodation is on offer at Archerfield?  

There’s plenty to choose from when it comes to accommodation at Archerfield. There are cottages, lodges, villas and suites, all of which are individually decorated and appointed, providing a luxurious stay for groups of all sizes.

What other resorts are nearby?

Archerfield House is one of several venues on the NCG Top 100s: GB&I Golf Resorts list that sits in the southeast of Scotland. Dalmahoy, Macdonald Cardrona and the Schloss Roxburghe are all within a 50-mile drive from Archerfield.