Review of Cullen Links – Old Tom Morris - A Canadian Perspective
As a Canadian golf enthusiast accustomed to wide fairways, lush parkland courses, and modern layouts, playing Cullen Links in northeast Scotland was a refreshingly unique experience. This is links golf in its rawest, most traditional form — quirky, historic, and charmingly rugged.
Designed in part by Old Tom Morris, Cullen is short by modern standards (barely 4,600 yards), but don’t let the yardage fool you. The course is carved through dramatic red sandstone cliffs with blind shots, towering rock formations, and fairways that twist and tumble unpredictably. It forces creativity, precision, and a sense of humour — especially when sharing fairways or dodging coastal winds.
From a Canadian lens, it’s like stepping back in time. No GPS, no fancy clubhouse — just pure golf with breathtaking North Sea views. It’s not for everyone, but if you value heritage, challenge, and storytelling over scorecards, Cullen is a hidden gem worth the pilgrimage.
Verdict: A quirky, unforgettable links experience that contrasts beautifully with North American golf sensibilities. Bring your imagination and leave your ego at the first.
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