Golf Guide to Perthshire

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Golf in Perthshire

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Glorious Gleneagles and its three championship courses fall within Perthshire but this historic part of Scotland can lay claim to dozens more great golf courses. Extremely beautiful and easily accessible, Perthshire is perfect for a golf break.

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Cover The PGA Centenary Course, Gleneagles.01 Looking to the 18th green on Rosemount, Blairgowrie. 02 Scenic Killin Golf Course.03 The 1st fairway on the Rannaleroch Golf Course.

CreditsPhotography: Paul Tomkins/VisitScotland/Scottish Viewpoint, Gleneagles (front cover), Perth & Kinross Council and Perthshire golf courses.

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02 Perfect for a golf break04 Great value golf in Perthshire06 How to use your Perthshire golf discount tickets07 Travel tips08 Golf course profi les09 Perthshire’s 18-hole golf courses14 Perthshire’s 9-hole golf courses17 Local golf driving ranges18 Area map and course index20 VisitScotland Information Centres21 Quality Assurance22 Golfers’ accommodation26 Away from the fairways28 What’s on30 Stay in Perthshire, play in Fife

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Perfect for a golf breakPerthshire lies in the heart of Scotland, where the Highlands and the Lowlands meet. Golf flourishes in Perthshire’s lush countryside and in all there are 39 courses in the region. You can golf in style at world-famous Gleneagles or enjoy a relaxing round on a 9-hole country course. Perthshire has a proud golfing heritage. The game has gripped the region for a very long time and indeed golf has been played here since the 15th century. King James IV learned to play on the public parklands by the River Tay. The city’s South Inch may have been the site of the world’s first golf course and the Royal Perth Golfing Society was the first club to receive a royal charter.

In this stunning part of Scotland you’ll find some of the country’s finest golf courses. Any fan of golf has heard of Gleneagles and this luxury venue boasts three championship layouts: the King’s Course, the Queen’s Course and the PGA Centenary Course.

Gleneagles will host the Ryder Cup in 2014. Europe and America will battle it out on the Jack Nicklaus-designed PGA Centenary Course and it will be the first time in more than 40 years that Scotland has hosted the tournament, nowadays one of the world’s greatest sporting occasions.

Besides the glory of Gleneagles, Perthshire has plenty of other courses worth exploring. Crieff Ferntower – just a few miles from Gleneagles – is one of Scotland’s best inland courses and was designed by the legendary James Braid, the man behind the Queen’s Course at Gleneagles. Braid produced some of his finest work in Perthshire.

Kinross has two excellent parkland courses which merit your attention. The Montgomery and The Bruce both overlook lovely Loch Leven. The Montgomery is the more challenging of the two courses but both are immensely enjoyable.

Blairgowrie has two championship courses. The Rosemount was originally laid out by Alistair MacKenzie (the creator of Augusta National) and later re-designed by Braid. It was also the venue of Greg Norman’s first European tour victory. The Lansdowne is the newer of the two courses and was designed in the 1970s by Peter Alliss and Dave Thomas.

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There are many more golfing delights in Perthshire that await your discovery. Alyth is a fantastic heathland course, the original 9 holes routed by ‘Old’ Tom Morris, with Braid later completing the 18. Glenisla is a course of undulating parkland, while the Strathmore Rannaleroch course has generous fairways and rolling greens.

Aberfeldy is an appealing course by the banks of the River Tay and Pitlochry is a fine challenge set amid vivid Perthshire scenery.

The city of Perth itself has several quality courses. Craigie Hill features one of the toughest holes in Britain (an uphill par 4 called Spion Kop) while the King James VI golf course is a real novelty. It is the only self-contained river island golf course in Britain and only reachable via a walkway on the railway bridge which spans the fast-flowing Tay.

Perthshire’s charming 9-hole courses are often the focal point of village life. They tend to be very

welcoming, represent tremendous value for money and are ideal for families or those just seeking a couple of hours of fun golf.

Dalmunzie, in the far north of Perthshire, is one of Britain’s highest courses and throws in a castle for good measure. Killin by Loch Tay features one of the most scenic closing holes in all of Scotland, while Blairgowrie has its own ‘Wee Course’.

The Crieff area has a handful of picturesque 9-hole courses and Comrie is a hilly challenge with incredible views. Muthill is a short and pleasant parkland course and even Gleneagles has its own 9-hole layout. St Fillans, by the River Earn, is another lovely 9-hole experience.

Perthshire’s 9-hole courses have bags of character and can be a wonderful addition to your golf break. Whatever kind of golfing challenge you seek, Perthshire will reward you for your efforts.

01 The parkland course at Auchterarder. 02 Craigie Hill Golf Course, Perth.03 A 9-hole gem, St Fillans Golf Course.

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The Perthshire Green Card offers discounted access to 17 fantastic 18-hole courses and gives you the options of 3-rounds for £65 and 5-rounds for £99.

With the Perthshire Green Card you can play the likes of Crieff Ferntower, one of Scotland’s top inland layouts, or Pitlochry, a fantastic course with undulating greens and sweeping views of the Tummel Valley.

Enjoy a memorable round at Alyth with its tree-lined fairways or play The Montgomery course at Kinross, another of Perthshire’s leading venues.

Other options available include the pleasant course at Aberfeldy which straddles the River Tay, or Auchterarder, a pretty parkland course next door to Gleneagles.

Tackle some of Scotland’s most beautiful golf courses and make attractive savings by snapping up one of Perthshire’s great value golf tickets.

Great value golf in Perthshire

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Dunkeld & Birnam is one of the most picturesque courses in Perthshire, though there is plenty of competition in that category, while Murrayshall is set in majestic mature woodland and has hosted plenty of professional tournaments.

If you are intending to play a great deal of golf in Perthshire and find yourself drawn to the more substantial and challenging courses, the Perthshire Green Card is for you.

The alternative to the Perthshire Green Card is the Perthshire Highlands Golf Ticket.

This excellent initiative encourages you to explore some of the region’s appealing 9-hole courses while making big savings on green fees.

The options are the 3-day ticket for £40 or the 5-day ticket for £65 with 12 courses participating in the scheme. Having a Perthshire Highlands Golf Ticket means you can play reduced price rounds at 9-hole courses like the Leitfie Links at Alyth, the Dornock course at Crieff, Dunning at the foot of the Ochil Hills plus Comrie, Killin, St Fillans and a few more.

Both the Perthshire Green Card and the Perthshire Highlands Golf Ticket have the added benefit of entitling you to discounted admission to selected Perth Racecourse meetings and to various whisky distilleries in the region.

Tickets can be purchased from Perthshire Adventure Line on 01887 829010 or from participating golf courses indicated on the map (pages 18 – 19).

01 Pitlochry Golf Course offers awe-inspiring views. 02 The par 3 18th green on Murrayshall Golf Course.03 Picturesque Comrie Golf Course.

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How to use your Perthshire golf discount tickets

All you need to know at a glance:Perthshire Green Card 3-round £65 and Perthshire Green Card 5-round £99.Perthshire Highlands Golf Ticket 3-day £40 and Perthshire Highlands Golf Ticket 5-day £65.Golf tickets are valid from 1 April – 31 October 2012.Maximum 36 holes to be played on any one course.Participating courses are shown on the area map and course index on pages 18 – 19.Please book tee times in advance.Courses may be unavailable on days of local competitions or events.Tickets are not transferable in time or from golfer to golfer.Vouchers cannot be redeemed for anything other than a round of golf.

How to buy your Perthshire Golf Tickets:Phone Perthshire Adventure Line on 01887 829010 – and pay for your golf tickets by credit/debit card. We accept Switch, Visa and Mastercard (unfortunately we cannot accept cheques over £100).Once you arrive in Perthshire you can purchase your golf tickets at any VisitScotland Information Centre or participating golf club (see map on pages 18 – 19).

Supplements per round:Supplements apply at some courses, please check www.perthshire.co.uk/golf or contact Perthshire Adventure Line on 01887 829010 for more details.

Other points to consider:Please observe the rules of etiquette at each club.Please note that some courses move on to temporary greens during October for essential maintenance.In the event of bad weather forcing the closure of all participating courses, please contact Perthshire Adventure Line on 01887 829010 for further guidance. Should you lose your golf ticket either before or during your visit, you will be liable to pay the full purchase price at the time of re-issue.VisitScotland and the clubs responsible for the golf courses included in the Perthshire Green Card or Perthshire Highlands Golf Ticket will not be held responsible for any loss or injury incurred by those participating in the scheme. In this regard we strongly advise that individuals participating should make their own insurance arrangements, as NO REFUNDS will be given.01 The 3rd hole on the Ferntower Course, Crieff.

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By roadPerthshire is served by an excellent network of roads. The main routes into the region are the M90 north from Edinburgh, the M80/M9/A9 north from Glasgow and Stirling, the A92/A90 south from Aberdeen and Dundee, and the A9 south from Inverness.

By busThere are express coach links to Perthshire from all major UK cities. The city of Perth is a main interchange for regular buses from Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen and Inverness. The main bus operator is Scottish Citylink. Perthshire also has a good local bus network. For more information visit www.citylink.co.uk and www.nationalexpress.com

By railThere are several railway stations within Perthshire, all well connected to the national network and most of them having golf courses close by. Regular trains running between Edinburgh / Glasgow and Inverness stop at Perth, taking around one hour. For more information visit www.scotrail.co.uk, www.nationalrail.co.uk and www.travelinescotland.com

Travel tips

By airPerthshire is around one hour by road from both Edinburgh and Glasgow airports, while only 20 miles from Perth is Dundee Airport, with direct flights from London City Airport, Birmingham and Belfast. From Inverness and Aberdeen airports, allow around two hours road journey time to Perthshire. For more information visit www.baa.com and www.hial.co.uk

Where to find out moreFind all you want to do in Perthshire, in one place. At a VisitScotland Information Centre we’ll tell you everything there is to see and do and help with everything else you’ll need for your visit.

01 Each course is within easy driving distance of the next.

As Perthshire is at the heart of Scotland, getting here is easy. The region is little more than an hour’s drive from Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen airports and its six railway stations are all well connected to the national network. However you decide to travel you should arrive relaxed and ready for some fantastic golf. 01

Please refer to the list of VisitScotland Information Centres on page 20. Further travel information can be obtained in advance from www.traveline.org.uk or by calling 0871 200 2233.


Browse through this guide and you’ll be sure to find a great range of challenging courses which will surprise and delight you. Quite irrespective of your choice however, the hospitality and warmth of welcome on offer at each is amongst the best to be found anywhere in Scotland.

The following pages contain profiles for every course in Perthshire. The courses appear in alphabetical order, so you can easily find specific courses and then use the number reference to find them on the map (pages 18 – 19).

Alternatively, if you want to search for courses in a certain area, simply locate them on the map and then use the map index to find their profile.

Green fees listed are per round and each profile highlights which of the following facilities are available at each club.

Golf course profiles

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The James Braid CollectionExplore the legacy of James Braid, one of Scotland’s greatest golf course designers, golf champion and pioneer of the game.

It was in the heart of Perthshire that Braid created what is widely regarded as his masterpiece. The majestic King’s and Queen’s courses at the famous Gleneagles Hotel stand as a monument to his contribution to the game as a golf course builder. Experience these courses for yourself on The Gleneagles Golf Trail or try the Angus Golf Trail which features both Alyth Golf Course and the renowned Blairgowrie Rosemount. Look for the logo on course listings to see where James Braid worked his magic.

01 The challenging Dunkeld & Birnam Golf Course.02 5th green on the Montgomery Course, Kinross.

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Passes accepted at weekends

Visiting Golfers Welcome

Whatever your choice, from championship to 9-hole holiday golf, you can expect excellent value for money in Perthshire.

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Open: All year

ABERFELDY GOLF CLUB 1Taybridge Road, Aberfeldy PH15 2BHT: 01887 [email protected]

The course runs on either side of the River Tay and has the unique attraction of allowing players to cross the historic river via its own private bridge.

Green Fees Weekday Weekend Type: Parkland

Round from £27.50 from £27.50 H: 18 Par/SSS: 68/66

D/Ticket from £38.50 from £38.50 Length: 5,283yds

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AUCHTERARDER GOLF CLUB 3Orchil Road, Auchterarder, Perthshire PH3 1LST: 01764 662804F: 01764 [email protected] www.auchterardergolf.co.uk

Auchterarder Golf Club has spectacular views towards Gleneagles and the Ochil Hills and runs alongside the PGA Centenary Course at Gleneagles Hotel (Ryder Cup venue in 2014).


Round £35 £40 H: 18 Par/SSS: 69/69

D/Ticket £45 £55 Length: 5,750yds

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BLAIRGOWRIE – LANSDOWNE 4Golf Course Road, Blairgowrie PH10 6LGT: 01250 872622F: 01250 875451offi [email protected]

Set in avenues of pine and silver birch, most fairways are lined with heather, the course provides a challenging but pleasurable test for all levels of golfer.

Green Fees Weekday Weekend Type: Heathland

Round £60 £60 H: 18 Par/SSS: 72/74


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BLAIRGOWRIE – ROSEMOUNT 5Golf Course Road, Blairgowrie PH10 6LGT: 01250 872622F: 01250 875451offi [email protected]

Described by Tom Morris as ‘The most beautiful inland green I have ever seen’, the Rosemount course certainly lives up to its reputation.


Round £60 £60 H: 18 Par/SSS: 72/72


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Open: All year

ALYTH GOLF CLUB 2Pitcrocknie, Alyth PH11 8JJT: 01828 632268F: 01828 633491 [email protected]

An 18-hole (6,259yds) heathland layout, Alyth Golf Club was established in 1894. The original 9-holes were designed by the master Old Tom Morris of St Andrews.


Round POA POA H: 18 Par/SSS: 70/71

D/Ticket POA POA Length: 6,259yds

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Open: All year

GLENEAGLES - KING’S COURSE 10The Gleneagles Hotel, Auchterarder PH3 1NFT: 01764 [email protected]/golf

The King’s Course, opened in 1919, is a masterpiece of design, which has tested the aristocracyof golf, both professional and amateur.


Round H: 18 Par/SSS: 68/71

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Please call 0800 704 705 for prices or visit www.gleneagles.com/golf

Open: All year

CRAIGIE HILL GOLF CLUB 6Cherrybank, Perth PH2 0NET: 01738 [email protected] www.craigiehill.co.uk

With some of the best views in Scottish golf, Craigie Hill is a great challenge for all level of player. Superb greens and a friendly welcome.


Round from £24 from £24 H: 18 Par/SSS: 66/67

D/Ticket from £32 from £32 Length: 5,386yds

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CULCRIEFF GOLF CLUB 8 Crieff Hydro Ltd, Crieff, Perthshire PH7 3LQT: 01764 651615F: 01764 653087 activitycentre@crieffhydro.comwww.culcrieffgolfclub.moonfruit.com

Fabulous accommodation and hospitality, combined with a course suited to all abilities make Culcrieff Golf Club an ideal venue for your golf day out.




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Open: All year

CRIEFF - FERNTOWER 7Perth Road, Crieff PH7 3LRT: 01764 [email protected] www.crieffgolf.co.uk

Scenic south-facing parkland course, with 9-hole course attached. Visitors welcome 7 days per week. Online booking and details via website.


Round from £25 from £30 H: 18 Par/SSS: 71/70

D/Ticket from £55 Length: 6,091yds

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Did you know?The 40th staging of the biennial Ryder Cup between Europe and the United States will take place on the PGA Centenary Course at Gleneagles from 26 - 28 September 2014.

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Green Fees Weekday Weekend Type:

Round £25 £30 H: 18 Par/SSS: 70/67


Fungarth, Dunkeld [email protected] 0ES www.dunkeldandbirnamgolfclub.co.ukT: 01350 727524

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Founded in 1892, the course is one of the most picturesque in Perthshire with each hole affording a new and interesting challenge for the golfer and ever changing views of the glorious surrounding countryside.



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GLENEAGLES - PGA CENTENARY COURSE 11The Gleneagles Hotel, Auchterarder PH3 1NFT: 01764 [email protected]/golf

The PGA Centenary Course, created by Jack Nicklaus, is a modern classic, combining the best of both the Queen’s and King’s, and will host the Ryder Cup in 2014.




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Open: All year

KINROSS GOLF COURSES – THE BRUCE 15The Green Hotel, 2 The Muirs, Kinross KY13 8AST: 01577 863407F: 01577 [email protected]

Weekend and ‘average’ golfers often fi nd The Bruce is more to their liking but the better golfer who sees four early par 5s and thinks, ‘that’s four birdie holes’ often fi nds their card in shreds!


Round £35 £45 H: 18 Par/SSS: 73


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KING JAMES VI 14Moncreiffe Island, Perth PH2 8NRT: 01738 [email protected] www.kingjamesvi.com

The country’s only self-contained river island golf course, King James VI Golf Course offers a beautiful but challenging environment for both novices and advanced players alike.

Green Fees Weekday Weekend Type: Parkland – Island

Round £25 £28 H: 18 Par/SSS: 67


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GLENISLA GOLF COURSE 13Pitcrocknie, Alyth, PH11 8JJT: 01828 [email protected]

An enjoyable and testing challenge for golfers of all abilities. Designed by Tony Wardle, open fairways, natural contours and hazards elicit the best from visitors.




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Open: All year

KINROSS GOLF COURSES – THE MONTGOMERY 16The Green Hotel, 2 The Muirs, Kinross KY13 8AST: 01577 863407F: 01577 [email protected]

The Montgomery Challenge is an incentive for Kinross visitors to break 80 (gross). Card a 79 or lower and your next round is on us (limit two free rounds per year).


Round £35 £45 H: 18 Par/SSS: 72


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Open: All year

GLENEAGLES - QUEEN’S COURSE 12The Gleneagles Hotel, Auchterarder PH3 1NFT: 01764 [email protected]/golf

The natural beauty of the Queen’s Course inspires the world’s most experienced players.




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Open: All year

MUCKHART GOLF CLUB 17Drumburn Road, MuckhartClackmannanshire FK14 7JHT: 01259 [email protected] www.muckhartgolf.com

Spectacular heathland course with panoramic views. We have 27-holes – on any day an 18-hole and a 9-hole course are available for play.


Round £30 £35 H: 18 Par/SSS: 71/72


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NORTH INCH GOLF COURSE 20c/o Perth and Kinross Council, Pullar House, 35 Kinnoull Street,Perth PH1 5GDT: 01738 636481F: 01738 [email protected]

One of the oldest courses in Scotland. A mix of links and parkland, offering the resident and visitor alike a pleasant and varied game.


Round Fees on application H: 18 Par/SSS: 68/66

D/Ticket Fees on application Length: 5,442yds

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MURRAYSHALL GOLF COURSE 18Scone, Perthshire PH2 7PHT: 01738 551171F: 01738 [email protected]

Home to both national and professional tournaments, Murrayshall has an enviable reputation for excellence. Large undulating greens, white sand bunkers, natural stone bridges and majestic mature woodland.


Round £50 £50 H: 18 Par/SSS: 73/72


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MURRAYSHALL - LYNEDOCH GOLF COURSE 19Scone, Perthshire PH2 7PHT: 01738 551171F: 01738 [email protected]

The Lynedoch Course is surrounded by wild fl ower meadows and magnifi cent Scots pine woodland. The fairways run toward large greens protected by bracken-fi lled gullies which wind gently down to devilishly positioned water hazards.

Green Fees Weekday Weekend Type: Woodland

Round £30 £30 H: 18 Par/SSS: 69/68

D/Ticket £50 £50 Length: 5,362 yds

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Enjoy great golf at discounted rates. Pop into any of our local Information Centres and ask one of our friendly experts about the Perthshire Green Card from £65 and the Perthshire Highlands Golf Ticket from £40.

Call 01887 829010 for further information



Open: All year

PITLOCHRY GOLF 21Golf Course Road, Pitlochry, Perthshire PH16 5QYT: 01796 472792F: 01796 [email protected]

An exceptional course that willtest every element of your game.Be a part of our great golfi ng experience - from the fantastic course with sweeping views of the Tummel Valley, to our state of the art clubhouse serving great food and drink.




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STRATHMORE GOLF CENTRE 22

Alyth, Blairgowrie, Perthshire PH11 8NZT: 01828 633322F: 01828 [email protected]

Strathmore Golf Centre“The friendly place to play golf”

An impressive Golf Centre comprising the magnifi cent 18-hole Rannaleroch Course, 9-hole Leitfi e Links Course, fl oodlit driving range, short game area and practice putting green, with a well appointed clubhouse and restaurant in a stunning Perthshire location.

With its generous fairways and rolling greens, the 6,454 yards Rannaleroch Course is a challenge to low handicappers yet forgiving for beginners, whilst the 1,666 yards Leitfi e Links Course is ideal for beginners and families.

Visitors, Groups and Societies are always offered a warm welcome.

Open: All year COURSE: STRATHMORE


Round £32 £38 H: 18 Par/SSS: 72


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TAYMOUTH CASTLE GOLF CLUB 23Kenmore PH15 2NTT: 01887 830228F: 01887 830205 secretary@taymouthcastlegolfclub.comwww.taymouthcastlegolfclub.com

The course is laid out in the former deer park of the Taymouth Estate within the valley of the River Tay. This course is currently closed due to development on the Taymouth Castle Estate - please contact us for more information.



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Open: All year

BLAIR ATHOLL GOLF CLUB 24Invertilt Road, Blair Atholl, by Pitlochry PH18 5TGT: 01796 481407F: 01796 481751admin@blairathollgolfclub.co.ukwww.blairathollgolfclub.co.uk

A very challenging course, designed by James Braid, using natural contours to best effect, and with the addition of several ponds crafted in local stonework.


Round £12(9)-£21(18) £15(9)-£23(18) H: 9 Par/SSS: 70/68


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COMRIE GOLF CLUB 26Laggan Braes, Comrie PH6 2LRT: 01764 [email protected]

Comrie Golf Club was founded in 1891 and is one of the fi nest and most picturesque 9-hole golf courses in Scotland.


Round £20 £22 H: 9 Par/SSS: 70/70


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BLAIRGOWRIE – WEE COURSE 25Golf Course Road, Blairgowrie PH10 6LGT: 01250 872622F: 01250 875451offi [email protected]

The 9-hole Wee Course is perfect for a warm-up round or for golfers just starting out.


Round £15 £15 H: 9 Par/SSS: 64/63


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Open: Jan to Dec on full greens weather permitting

DUNNING GOLF CLUB 28Rollo Park, Dunning PH2 0QXT: 01764 [email protected] www.dunninggolfclub.co.uk

With our new clubhouse in 2010, this picturesque and renowned course is a “must play” when visiting the area.


Round £10(9)-£18(18) £10(9)-£20(18) H: 9 Par/SSS: 66/64

D/Ticket £25 (Mon-Fri) £28 (Sun) Length: 4,398yds

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CRIEFF - DORNOCK 27Perth Road, Crieff PH7 3LRT: 01764 [email protected] www.crieffgolf.co.uk

Beautiful 9-hole golf course attached to the 18-hole Ferntower Course. 27-hole packages available. For online booking see website link.


Round £12 from £16 H: 9 Par/SSS: 63/64

D/Ticket N/A N/A Length: 4,540yds

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Open: All year

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Round £6 £6 H: 9 Par/SSS: 27

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Par 3 9-hole course with stunning views of Perthshire hills and wildlife. Great fun for the less experienced and a challenge for the more experienced golfer.

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Sma’ Glen, by Crieff, Perthshire PH7 3LNT: 01764 652407M: 0790 972 1896F: 01764 [email protected]

Open: All year

GLENEAGLES - PGA NATIONAL ACADEMY COURSE 30The Gleneagles Hotel, Auchterarder PH3 1NFT: 01764 [email protected]/golf

The course offers a happy combination of skill and enjoyment for golfers at every level.


Round H: 9 Par/SSS: 27


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KINNESSWOOD - BISHOPSHIRE GOLF CLUB 32Kinnesswood, by Kinross KY13 9HXT: 01592 773224

Bishopshire Golf Club is a wonderful 9-hole heathland course that is fi t to test any level of player. The course has panoramic views overlooking Loch Leven.


Round £8 £12 H: 9 Par/SSS: 66/63


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MAINS OF TAYMOUTH GOLF COURSE 33Mains of Taymouth Country Estate, Kenmore, Perthshire PH15 2HNT: 01887 830226F: 01887 [email protected] www.taymouth.co.uk

Perthshire’s fi nest 9-holes, set amongst magnifi cent scenery and always in top condition. Undulating fairways and natural features makes it challenging for all levels.




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MILNATHORT GOLF CLUB 34South Street, Milnathort, Kinross KY13 9XAT: 01577 [email protected]

Milnathort is a traditional village golf club. The course is set on gently undulating parkland in scenic Perthshire. There are two double greens and strategically placed plantations.


Round £15 £22 H: 9 Par/SSS: 71/68


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KILLIN GOLF CLUB 31Killin FK21 8TXT: 01567 [email protected] www.killingolfclub.co.uk

Founded in 1911, the course nestles amidst glorious Highland scenery surrounding Loch Tay and offers a challenge to golfers of all abilities.


Round £22 (18) £25 (18) H: 9 Par/SSS:66/65


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Open: All year

MUTHILL GOLF CLUB 35Peat Road, Muthill, Perthshire PH5 2DAT: 01764 681523F: 01764 [email protected]

This is a delightful 9-hole, 18 tee course with beautiful views over the Strathearn Valley. All visitors are assured of a warm welcome.


Round £18 £20 H: 9 Par/SSS: 65/62


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SPITTAL OF GLENSHEE - DALMUNZIE 36Spittal of Glenshee, Blairgowrie, Perthshire PH10 7QET: 01250 [email protected] www.dalmunziecottages.com

A beautiful 9-hole course set in spectacular mountain scenery, the highest in Perthshire. Ideal for beginners but still a challenge for low handicappers.


Round £16 £16 H: 9 Par/SSS: 60/61


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ST FILLANS GOLF CLUB 37South Loch Earn Road, St Fillans, Perthshire PH6 2NJT: 01764 685312 stfi [email protected] llans-golf.com

Set amongst imposing scenery this course is popular with golfers whatever their ability. Frequent visitor Sandy Lyle “...my favourite inland course in Scotland” (Golf World July 2011).




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Junior Costs £6 £7 Length: 1,666yds

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The Leitfi e Links is ideal for family fun and for the beginner, or as a warm up before a round on the Rannaleroch, or to practice your short game on.

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Did you know?British Open and US Masters champion Sandy Lyle counts St Fillans, in the heart of Perthshire, as his favourite inland course in Scotland.

Looking for great golf at great prices?


Enjoy great golf at discounted rates. Pop into any of our local Information Centres and ask one of our friendly experts about the Perthshire Green Card from £65 and the Perthshire Highlands Golf Ticket from £40.

Call 01887 829010 for further information Open: All year

STRATHTAY GOLF CLUB 39Upper Derculich, Strathtay, Pitlochry PH9 0LR T: 01887 840493

Established in 1909, a wooded parkland 9-hole course, with a mix of fl at holes and some reasonably hilly ones, providing a varied challenge to your round.




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Perthshire has a reputation for having some of the friendliest golf courses in Scotland. Each year we ask our golfers who purchased Perthshire golf discount tickets to provide us with much valued feedback on their golfing break and ask them to nominate the most visitor friendly courses in Perthshire (both 18 and 9 hole).The 2011 winners were...

The most friendly golf course

Local golf driving ranges

Culcrieff Course Crieff Hydro (8 bays) 01764 651615

Gleneagles Golf Academy (14 bays) 01764 662231

Glenisla Golf Centre (10 bays) 01828 632445

Middlebank Golf Centre (27 bays) 01821 670320

Murrayshall (18 bays) 01738 554804

Noah’s Ark Family Golf (21 bays) 01738 440678

Strathmore Golf Centre (10 bays) 01828 633322

If you feel your game is a little rough around the edges, make sure you factor in a visit to a driving range or practice facility during the early part of your stay. It is definitely the best way to dust off the cobwebs and make sure your game is in top form.

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18-hole courses 1 Aberfeldy 2 Alyth 3 Auchterarder 4 Blairgowrie – Lansdowne 5 Blairgowrie – Rosemount 6 Craigie Hill 7 Crieff – Ferntower 8 Culcrieff 9 Dunkeld & Birnam 10 Gleneagles – King’s11 Gleneagles – PGA Centenary12 Gleneagles – Queen’s13 Glenisla 14 King James VI 15 Kinross – Bruce 16 Kinross – Montgomery 17 Muckhart 18 Murrayshall 19 Murrayshall – Lynedoch 20 North Inch21 Pitlochry 22 Strathmore – Rannaleroch 23 Taymouth Castle (currently closed for

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Aberfeldy The Square, Aberfeldy, PH15 2DD - 01887 820276

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Crieff High Street, Crieff, PH7 3HU - 01764 652578

Dunkeld The Cross, Dunkeld, PH8 0AN - 01350 727688

Perth Lower City Mills, West Mill Street, Perth, PH1 5QP - 01738 450600

Pitlochry 22 Atholl Road, Pitlochry, PH16 5BX - 01796 472215

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Moness House Hotel & ResortSet in 35 acres of mature gardens, the refurbished Moness House Hotel and 4 star Lodges offer the perfect location for golfers. Our leisure facilities including swimming pool, sauna, treatment rooms are ideal for those travelling with non-golfi ng partners.

Crieff Road, Aberfeldy,Perthshire PH15 2DY T: 0871 226 [email protected]

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Nearest Courses: Aberfeldy, Taymouth Castle (currently closed), Crieff, Dunkeld & Birnam, Pitlochry.

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The Holiday Inn Express – PerthConsistently a favourite among budget Perth hotels, we offer 81 guestrooms complete with complimentary hot breakfast buffet. Just off the M9 in the heart of Perthshire’s golf country, 30 Perthshire golf courses all within an hour’s drive or less, including the world renowned golf courses at Gleneagles.

200 Dunkeld Road, Inveralmond, Perth PH1 3AQT: 01738 [email protected]

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Red House HotelFamily owned and managed hotel with restaurant and leisure facilities.

Station Road, Coupar Angus, Perthshire PH13 9ALT: 01828 628500 F: 01828 [email protected]

Nearest Courses: Blairgowrie, Alyth, Strathmore, Glenisla, Downfi eld, Murrayshall, Kirriemuir, Forfar.

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The Salutation HotelGreat town centre location, providing discounted golf-inclusive breaks.

34 South Street, Perth PH2 8PHT: 01738 630066 F: 01738 633598salessalutation@strathmorehotels.comwww.strathmorehotels.com

Nearest Courses: King James VI, Craigie Hill, Dunkeld & Birnam, Murrayshall, Blairgowrie, Gleneagles.

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Atholl Palace HotelThe Atholl Palace, the epitome of Scottish Baronial architecture sits proudly overlooking 48 acres of grounds and gardens to the town of Pitlochry and the surrounding Highlands. Many indoor and outdoor leisure facilities including snooker, pool, pitch ‘n’ putt and putting green. For advice on packages, promotions and courses, just contact General Manager Dougal Spaven – he’s played them all!

• Golf • Heart of the Highlands• Stunning 48 acre setting • Ideal touring location

Pitlochry, Perthshire PH16 5LYT: 01796 472400F: 01796 [email protected]

Nearest Courses: Pitlochry, Blairgowrie, Murrayshall, Gleneagles, Dunkeld & Birnam, Taymouth Castle (currently closed).

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The Drumoig Hotel is set amongst 330 acres with its own 18-hole championship golf course and Driving Range. Drumoig has so much to offer from a round on the exciting and varied 18-hole course to

relaxed evening dining in the hotel restaurant. Relax while you enjoy a drink from the bar overlooking the 18th fairway and lochs.

Leuchars, St.Andrews, Fife KY16 ODW Tel: 01382 541898

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Perthshire’s list of other attractions is as impressive as its range of golf courses. One thing the region is renowned for – besides golf – is for being an adventure playground, with all kinds of exciting outdoor pursuits available for thrill seekers.

High adrenalin activities on offer include white water rafting, canyoning, abseiling and mountain biking. You can even go skiing at Glenshee. Loch Tay and Loch Earn are superb for watersports like sailing, kayaking, water skiing and wakeboarding.

On a more sedate level, the fishing in the region is excellent with Perthshire’s rivers, such as the River Tay, full of salmon and trout. There is good walking in Perthshire where you can take to the 64 mile long Cateran Trail which follows ancient drove roads or perhaps you might enjoy a peaceful woodland walk at the Hermitage near Dunkeld.

Sometimes it’s enough to just stand back and admire Perthshire’s stunning scenery. The Queen’s View near Pitlochry offers up an epic panorama which takes in

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01 A national treasure – historic Scone Palace.02 The oldest distillery in Scotland, Glenturret, Crieff.

spectacular Loch Tummel as well as Schiehallion, one of Scotland’s best loved mountains. Further west is the true wilderness of Rannoch Moor.

Perthshire is known as ‘Big Tree Country’ and not far from Aberfeldy you’ll find the Fortingall Yew, said to be the oldest living tree in Europe. At Drummond Gardens near Crieff you can take a stroll through some of the finest formal gardens in Britain. The local wildlife is spectacular and there’s the opportunity of going on a Highland Safari in a Land Rover with a local ranger, looking out for red deer, grouse and golden eagles. At the Loch of the Lowes Wildlife Reserve near Dunkeld there’s the rare chance to observe nesting ospreys. Then there are Perthshire’s many splendid historical attractions. Scone Palace near Perth was where

42 Scottish kings were crowned on the famous Stone of Destiny (now kept at Edinburgh Castle). Lochleven Castle is where Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned.

Blair Castle is one of Scotland’s grandest castles and the ancient seat of the Dukes of Atholl, while Balhousie Castle houses the excellent Museum of the Black Watch, Scotland’s oldest Highland regiment. The Scottish Crannog Centre at Loch Tay is a unique reconstruction of an early Iron Age loch dwelling.

In terms of cultural entertainment, Perth boasts a vibrant arts scene and has the Perth Theatre (one of Scotland’s oldest theatres) as well as the modern and dazzling Perth Concert Hall. Both run busy programmes of events to satisfy the most ardent arts enthusiasts.

The city has a good range of restaurants that showcase local produce and on the first Saturday of the month you can head along to Perth Farmers’ Market to buy meats, cheeses and other regional delights direct from local producers. Not far north of Pitlochry, the House of Bruar is a well-known emporium which specialises in luxury food items and quality country clothing. If whisky interests you, Perthshire is home to Scotland’s oldest distillery (Glenturret) as well as the country’s smallest distillery (Edradour). Should you manage to tear yourself away from Perthshire’s golf courses, you’ll find a region offering many other varied highlights.

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You can enjoy everything from the excellent Perth Festival of the Arts to major music festivals like T in the Park, plus various Highland games, agricultural shows and a lot more.

There are some big golf dates too, including the annual Johnnie Walker Championship at Gleneagles. Whenever you happen to visit Perthshire you’ll find something special going on.

What’s onPerthshire has a busy calendar of events with plenty going on in the region’s towns and villages throughout the year.

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5 - 13Highland Perthshire Cycling FestivalVarious venues, Highland Perthshire www.highlandperthshirecyclingfestival.co.uk

17 - 27Perth Festival of the ArtsVarious venues, Perth G5 www.perthfestival.co.uk

10Perth Gold Cup DayPerth Racecourse, by Perth G5

www.perth-races.co.uk

28 - 1 JulThe GWCT Scottish Game FairScone Palace, by Perth G5

www.scottishgamefair.com

1 - 6Scottish Mixed Foursomes Golf WeekBlairgowrie area G3

www.scottish-mixed-foursomes-golf.co.uk

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01 National hunt horse racing at Perth Racecourse.02 Motorsport in ‘Big Tree Country’.

September

3 - 4Perth ShowSouth Inch, Perth G5

www.perthshow.co.uk

17Glenisla Highland GamesForter Haugh Field, Glenisla H3

www.glenislahighlandgames.co.uk

23 - 26Blair Castle International Horse Trials and Country FairBlair Atholl E1

www.blairhorsetrials.co.uk

23 - 26Johnnie Walker ChampionshipPGA Centenary Course, Gleneagles E6

www.johnniewalkerchampionship.com

4Kenmore Highland GamesSports Field, Kenmore D3

6 - 9T in the ParkBalado, Kinross G7

www.tinthepark.com

20 - 22Rewind Scotland - The 80s Music FestivalScone Palace, by Perth G5

www.rewindfestival.com

2Blairgowrie & Rattray Highland GamesBogles Field, Blairgowrie G3

www.blairgowriehighlandgames.co.uk

October5 - 28The Enchanted ForestExplorers’ Garden, Pitlochry E2

www.enchantedforest.org.uk

6 - 14Wild ConnectionsVarious venues, Highland Perthshire www.wildconnections.org.uk

13 - 16Blairgowrie & East Perthshire Walking FestivalRoyal Hotel, Blairgowrie G3

www.walkingfestival.org

26 - 4 NovPerthshire Amber FestivalVarious venues, Highland Perthshire www.perthshireamber.com

This list highlights just a selection of events taking place in Perthshire in 2012.The events information contained in this publication is as supplied to VisitScotland and to the best of VisitScotland’s knowledge was correct at the time of going to press. VisitScotland can accept no responsibility for any errors. Events can be subject to change, we recommend you check details with a local VisitScotland Information Centre before travelling (see page 20).

3 - 7Scottish Golf Pairs ChallengeBlairgowrie area G3

www.scottishgolfpairs.co.uk

8Pitlochry Highland GamesRecreation Ground, Pitlochry E2

www.pitlochryhighlandgames.co.uk

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Stay in Perthshire, play in Fife

After all, St Andrews is just 40 miles from Gleneagles and many of Fife’s courses are even closer than that.

As well as the lure of the Old Course (set to host the Open once more in 2015) there is the magnificence of Kingsbarns and the classic links at Crail while Lundin Links is another truly unforgettable golfing experience. Inland there are wonderful parkland courses such as Ladybank, Forrester Park, Dunfermline, Balbirnie Park and Charleton. There are even courses like Elie Sports Club and Balgove which are specially designed for youngsters. And you can really get the most out of playing in Fife by picking up the First in Fife Golfpass with which you can make some amazing savings on green fees.

For more information on playing golf in Fife go to www.visitfife.com or for details of the great value First in Fife Golfpass with which you can make amazing savings on green fees go towww.firstinfifegolf.com

01 The Swilcan Bridge, Old Course, St Andrews.02 Kingsbarns has dramatic sea views from every hole.03 The Lundin clubhouse overlooks the 18th green.

As well as enjoying great golf in Perthshire, why not pop over to the Kingdom of Fife for a round or two?

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Golf Events in Scotland in 2012

Event Date Venue

Aberdeen Ladies Scottish Open 3rd – 5th May Archerfield Links, East Lothian

Curtis Cup 7th – 10th June Nairn Golf Club, Highlands

Scottish Hydro Challenge 21st – 24th June Macdonald Spey Valley Golf Club, Highlands

Scottish Open 12th – 15th July Castle Stuart Golf Links, Highlands

The Senior Open Championship 26th – 29th July Turnberry Resort, South Ayrshire

Johnnie Walker Championship Date TBC The Gleneagles Hotel, Perthshire

Scottish Senior Open Date TBC Fairmont St Andrews, Fife

Event information correct as of going to print. Visit www.EventScotland.org/golf for up-to-date information.

EventScotland, the national events agency, are proud to be supporting another world-class calendar of golf events in Scotland in 2012. Our support for these events are part of our ongoing commitment to host The 2014 Ryder Cup in Scotland, the Home of Golf.


EAT SCOT AD

Discover EatScotland eating establishments throughout the country, as well as information on Scotland’s fantastic produce and events, at visitscotland.com/foodanddrink

Each business receives an annual visit by an assessor to ensure that they are maintaining high standards.

Businesses are assessed on • Hospitality and service • Quality and presentation of food and drink • Quality and freshness of ingredients • Housekeeping and hygiene.

So you can be assured of a great eating experience wherever you see the EatScotland logo. EatScotland Silver and Gold awards indicate excellent and outstanding places to dine.

Where to eat and drink in Scotland

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Which is the best course? Which is the most beautiful? Which one should we play now?

You could ask our Starters for their professional opinion. With over sixty years experience

between them, they know Gleneagles inside out, and will happily pick the right course for you.

Just don’t expect them all to pick the same one.

To plan your visit please call 0800 169 2984 and quote Perth Golf Guide

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The Gleneagles HotelEmail: [email protected] Internet: www.gleneagles.com

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