The Panmure Links have hosted many significant golf tournaments over the years including Open Championship qualifying rounds.

Some past champions who competed in these competitions included Harry Vardon, Ted Rae, James Braid, Tommy Armour, Henry Cotton, Roberto de Vicenzo, Sandy Lyle and Padraig Harrington.

Ben Hogan spent two weeks at Panmure Links in 1953 with his caddy prior to winning The Open at Carnoustie. He puts his confidence in winning down to the skills he honed on the Panmure Golf Links.