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A gutting day as the weather was spectacular for December. A beautiful day, barely a cloud in the sky and very little wind but the most frustrating part was although it wasn’t really cold, only 16 holes were open and all were on winter greens. I get there would’ve been frost in the early morning but by mid morning it must have been gone. Lady in the shop was awesome and the folk in the Leven Society Clubhouse were great, made us feel very welcome. Just such a shame we couldn’t enjoy the course as it’s a great course but staff levels obviously aren’t there to turn things around when the weather changes, which is often in Scotland.

First off, I must say Clyne has an amazingly stocked pro shop with the most helpful professional in attendance. That really set the day up on the right foot. The practice facilities are obviously missing a full range but with nets, a short game area and putting green all is in hand really. The course itself is tough, although said to be heathland it plays like a true links course. A very hilly course with wind pretty much affecting every shot. Not only do you have the challenge of the elements, you also have the wild life, sheep and horses are plenty on the course. Because of this, you'll find electric fencing around the greens and some of the tees. It doesn't really add to the challenge but more the quirkiness of the course. As well as the fore mentioned the best thing about Clyne is the views across the Bay (just close your eyes when Port Talbot comes in shot) as they are spectacular. All in all a true test of golf on a tough course with so many aspects to make you remember this course

The staff at the course couldn't be more helpful. Made you feel welcome on arrival, moved you forward if you were ready to go and did everything they could to make your round as enjoyable as possible. The course itself isn't in the greatest state. Although it's winter the fairways were in a bit of a state from crows digging for food and the greens were sodden with sand to the point of silly. Not the longest course and not the clearest to follow hole to hole. However, pace of play was great, especially as a medal was underway. Some stunning views and some challenging holes but the green keepers need to up their game to get the best out if this course

Great course, starter in the pro shop was great and lent my playing partner a pair of shoes as he'd forgotten his. Tough challenge from the yellow tees and the course was in great condition considering its Boxing Day. Great day out and will be back in the summer

Fantastic course in perfect condition. Really tough golfing challenge but great fun in testing yourself. The course plays very long with a good few par 5's and some monster par 4's. Only downside of the day was the unbelievably grouchy Course starter who was about as welcoming and friendly as the flu.