Lundin Ladies Golf Club

Founded in 1891, this is one of Scotland's oldest all-female golf clubs and maintains that tradition today. The 18-hole links course runs along Lundin Bay's coastline just outside Leven, offering spectacular views across the Firth of Forth on clear days. You'll face proper seaside conditions here - wind is a constant companion and can turn a straightforward round into a real test.

The course suits mid-handicap golfers best, though low handicappers will find plenty to challenge them when the breeze picks up. Ladies-only clubs are increasingly rare, making this a special experience for female golfers seeking that traditional atmosphere. The clubhouse retains much of its Victorian character and the welcome is genuinely warm.

Expect to pay green fees typical of Scottish links courses, and booking ahead is essential during summer months. Allow four hours for a full round, longer if you're battling into the wind off the water. The course can get busy with visiting societies, particularly midweek.

Staying at one of the holiday parks around Leven makes this easily accessible - Woodland Gardens and Silverburn Park are both less than a mile away. Worth combining with a round at nearby Lundin Golf Club if you're making a golf-focused break of it. The coastal setting alone makes this worth the trip for any keen lady golfer.