Carnoustie Links 3-Day HIO Pairs
12th - 14th April 2027
3 Rounds Across Scotland's Finest
Monifieth Golf Links
Medal Course
A classic Angus links and a final qualifying venue for The Open. The Medal Course at Monifieth offers fast-running fairways, clever bunkering and a true seaside test to open the event.
Monifieth Golf Links
Medal Course
Highlights
- Open Championship Final Qualifying venue
- Golf played here since the 16th century
- Classic Angus links turf, firm and fast
- Testing finish alongside the railway line
About This Course
The Medal Course at Monifieth is a genuine Angus links and a long-standing Open Final Qualifying venue. Running out along the coast beside the railway, it offers fast fairways, gorse-lined corridors and clever bunkering — a proper links opener to the Salver.
Montrose Links
Historic Open Qualifying Venue
One of the oldest golf courses in the world. Montrose Links presents a classic Scottish links challenge along the coast.
Montrose Links
Historic Open Qualifying Venue
Highlights
- One of the oldest golf courses in the world
- True links experience by the Angus coast
- Firm, fast running fairways in season
- Classic pot bunkers and coastal winds
About This Course
Montrose Links is the 5th oldest course in the world. The Medal Course has hosted Open Qualifying since 1882. Don't be fooled by the flat terrain — the coastal winds will test every club in your bag.
Carnoustie Championship Course
Iconic Open Championship Host Course
Ranked among the world's best golf courses. Carnoustie has tested golf's greatest players as Open Championship host.
Carnoustie Championship Course
Iconic Open Championship Host Course
Highlights
- One of the oldest golf courses in the world
- True links experience by the Angus coast
- Firm, fast running fairways in season
- Classic pot bunkers and coastal winds
About This Course
We are excited to announce a return to our 3rd Carnoustie Links HIO Pairs event, this time embracing the history of the game and the Open Championship. Our first two rounds are played over two former hosts to Open Final Qualifying, Montrose Links and Monifieth Golf Links. Our Final Round will be hosted over the iconic Open Championship and Women's AIG Open Championship Course at Carnoustie Links
Event Details
Format & Eligibility
Format
4BBB Stableford
85% Handicap Allowance
Max Handicap
Men 24 / Ladies 36
WHS or iGolf required
Open To
Men, Women & Mixed
Pairs, 18 years and above
Prize Eligibility
6 Competitions
In the 12 months preceding the event
From Our Golfers
What Past Attendees Say
Absolutely first class from start to finish. The courses were incredible, the hotel was spot on, and the format made it competitive but fun. Already booked for next year.
Played some courses I'd never have gotten on myself. The whole trip was organised perfectly — we just turned up and played. Can't recommend HIO enough.
Great value for what you get. Three top courses, two nights in a cracking hotel, and a chance to win a trip to TPC Sawgrass. What's not to like?
Your Trip
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Sunday 13th April
Monifieth Golf Links — Medal Course
Tuesday 14th April
Montrose Links
Wednesday 15th April
Carnoustie Championship Course
Play for a Trip to TPC Sawgrass
The winning pair at every HIO event qualifies for the National Pairs Playoff Finals at a top UK venue. The leading Stableford scores plus the Nearest the Pin winner book their seats to Florida for the HIO Grand Final at TPC Sawgrass — all expenses paid.
The Ultimate Prize
TPC Sawgrass, Florida
Home of THE PLAYERS Championship
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Carnoustie Links 3-Day HIO Pairs 2027
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, all golfers will need to be a member. This can be purchased for just £10 for the year. This can be paid for pre-events or on the day of the event. The membership comes with great additional perks.
The event is open to all Men's, Women's and Mixed Pairs. You do not need to have scored a Hole in One to enter any of our events.
Max Handicap Men 24, Ladies 36 – 85% Allowance. You will need to have played 6 formal competitions in the 12 months preceding the event to be eligible for prizes.
The winning pair will qualify to play in the National Pairs Playoff Finals for an all expenses trip to the HIO-Club Grand Final at TPC Sawgrass. If the event has 6 or more Mixed/Women's Pairs we will offer a separate qualification section.
Yes, whenever possible we will send all scores back to your governing body via Golf Genius.
All players will receive a Digital Tournament Booklet approximately one month before the event date, detailing tee times, prizes and a full itinerary.
The playoff venue generally changes every year and is held in April/May the following season.
Our pairs champions will enjoy the trip of a lifetime the following year in September.
Email: graeme@hio-club.com
Telephone: 07590 426732
We're happy to help with anything you need.