The Golf World top 100 GB & I is bi-annual and is certainly the most respected and definitive list. Its panel is comprised of architects, writers, and in fairness it is pretty fair. There will always be a few raised eyebrows of certain positions, and the top 100 is a collation of 100 voters. I met one the other day Dale Concannon and I was amazed when I spoke to him afterwards how much he took in re the course in just one visit (probably more than most would in 30 visits). His opinion about courses fairly corresponded with mine, I also think that this latest list would fairly correspond with TDs CG, I dont think much would be a point out.
Remedy Oak is pretty good to outstanding according to some of my friends that have played it, the worst comment I have heard is that it could have been even better.
The Belfry is much better as time has gone by, if you strip the course down there are not too many flaws now, its very 'American' with fountains and lakes, but the majority like those things. Its still a must play because of the history for Brits although its too be skipped when you all come across as there are more interesting plays.
I saw Turnberry for the first time last year and I was impressed, Troon I was dissapointed (in half the course) and Prestwick was kinda WOW!!! although it sorta needs a redo to take out the 'sillys'. Dundonald was quite nice, Barrasie very nice (never even made the 200!)
For me I would find it hard not to have either Muirfield or TOC at the top, great golf courses are like pretty girls they are all nice but maybe the ones that smiled back we favour.