Why is it possible to play till 10.00 in the evening?

Many comment on this ability to play golf late into the evening. It is due to Scotland being in Northern Europe and enjoying extensive daylight hours over the summer months. From late May until early September it starts to get light at 5am and does not get dark until 10pm.

During the summer months many golf courses will be open between 7am and 8am. We always recommend that you check with the golf course directly as early tee times can be set aside for members.

In Shetland there is a midsummer golf tournament which takes place every year during Summer Solstice and this tees off at midnight. Check out our 'Events' section for more details and details of other events throughout the year.