Mr Trump is likely to be eager to play a few rounds on his courses during the visit but is accustomed to playing golf in the sunnier climes of Florida and Virginia, near the White House. Scotland’s weather forecast promises showers and heavy downpours for Turnberry at the weekend.

Scotland is the birthplace of Trump’s mother and a place where he owns two golf resorts, one of which is poised to open a new golf course.

Trump is set to visit Scotland, his mother's ancestral home where he owns 2 golf courses, for a mix of business and pleasure. But some Scots are taking no pleasure.