Dumfries & Galloway

Dumfries & Galloway occupies the south-western corner of Scotland, where the Solway Firth meets the hills of Galloway in a landscape of exceptional natural beauty. Though often overlooked in favour of the famous links counties to the north, the region rewards golfers willing to venture beyond the well-worn trail with championship-calibre courses, uncrowded fairways, and a warmth of welcome that defines this corner of Scotland. The ranking was updated in March 2026.