We have more than 550 golf courses, host world-renowned events and enjoy the benefits from a thriving golf tourism sector.Golf events and golf tourism bring significant economic benefits to Scotland.The economic value of golf tourism for the Scottish economy is approximately £300 million per annum, around 5000 jobs and approximately £150 million in GVA.Scotland’s portfolio of golf events, including The R&A’s major championships and our annual national Opens, help maintain our worldwide reputation as the ‘Home of Golf’.In 2024, Scotland successfully delivered an exceptional...