Gleneagles has once again reaffirmed its place among the world’s elite after the 850-acre Perthshire estate retained the prestigious honour as the ‘World’s No.1 Golf Resort outside the USA’ for a sixth consecutive year.
In the latest list curated by Golf World, the Scottish venue achieved the no.2 position globally – second only to Bandon Dunes in Oregon – a landmark achievement underscoring Gleneagles’ enduring excellence.
“Gleneagles continues to define the standard for golfing excellence and hospitality worldwide. It delivers far more than three world-class courses – it offers atmosphere, service, and a sense of occasion that make every visit unforgettable. Each return reminds me why it holds such a special place in the hearts of so many,” said Chris Bertram, editor of Golf World’s Top 100 World Resorts list.
The estate remains the only European venue to have hosted both The Ryder Cup (2014) and The Solheim Cup (2019), and will become a second-time host of the ISPS HANDA Senior Open next year, a tournament it previously welcomed in 2022.
Its trio of 18-hole championship courses each hold their own places in global Top 100 lists. The King’s and The Queen’s Courses – restored to James Braid’s original inland links and heathland designs – and The PGA Centenary Course, a Jack Nicklaus masterpiece recently upgraded with a state-of-the-art irrigation system, continue to set the standard for world-class play.
Culinary highlights include The Strathearn, a theatrical Franco-Scottish dining experience; The Birnam, a vibrant Italian-American grill celebrating the finest cuts and slow-cooked flavours; and Auchterarder 70, the perfect setting to toast a round while overlooking the 18th greens of The King’s and Queen’s.
Away from the course, guests can explore over 50 country pursuits, from fly-fishing, falconry, and off-roading to equestrian adventures, archery, and clay shooting.