Brora Golf Club
Brora Golf Club
Est. 1891
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Where2Golf says:
Brora Golf Club: The gently undulating duneland of Brora is home to one of Scotland's lesser known gems, and one that commands great respect amongst golf aficionados. Laid out on wonderfully open expansive links terrain, the course roams out-and-back along the seashore just to the north of the village.
Brora's rolling fairways and rough are maintained in part by the green-keeping staff, and in part by a dedicated band of sheep and cattle; these highly efficient grass-munchers ensuring that ball-finding from wayward shots is not as difficult as on many seaside links courses.
The course really comes into its own on and around the greens, which is where your score will flourish or founder. Protected from the livestock by electrified wire, the firm greens are home to all manner of slopes and borrows. There's also deep revetted bunkers and steepish run-offs to contend with around the putting surfaces; the run-offs will will either gather your ball into the sand, or ensure a deft touch is required to connect with the putting surface.
The scenic Sutherland foothills combine with wonderful sea views to provide the backdrop for James Braid's excellent layout ... one that's regarded as amongst his finest. The more you play Brora the more likely you are to become one of its many devotees, enchanted by its excellent layout, wonderful views, authenticity and at times rustic character.
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Making Contact
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Brora Golf Club
Golf Road,
Brora, Sutherland KW9 6QS
Scotland
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Office |
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+44 (0)1408 621 417 |
Pro Shop |
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+44 (0)1408 621 473 |
Fax
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+44 (0)1408 622 157
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Email |
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secretary@broragolf.co.uk |
Website |
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www.broragolf.co.uk |
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Golf Pro
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Malcolm Murray (Club Professional).
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About the course
The course:
18 holes.
Seaside links.
Undulating terrain - a few slopes to climb
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Surroundings:
Coastal duneland and rural countryside
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Designer:
James Braid
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Yards |
6156 |
5872 |
5273 |
Par |
69 |
69 |
71 |
SSS or Slope |
70 |
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71 |
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How2Get There?
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63 miles N of Inverness
From the A9, approx 18 miles north of the Dornoch Firth Bridge, and in the centre of Brora, turn right into Golf Road. Follow road for o.5 miles to Golf Club, which is on your right.
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Essential information
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Green Fees:
Visitor fee, 18-holes in high season (May thru' Oct) (all days): £68.
Credit cards accepted. Contact club for full details, discounts, day tickets, packages, etc. [Last updated: 2018].
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Who can play and When?
Visitors welcome on weekdays and weekends.
Must book in advance. Handicap required.
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Other Information
Walking permitted at all times.
Practice facilities
Limited
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Did you know?
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Just visible from the golf course is the famous Clynelish distillery, making a single malt whisky of that name. Brora is also the headquarters of the James Braid Golfing Society.
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Published Ranking
2018 Golf World rating: 92nd best course in Britain & Ireland.
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Location
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Latitude: (58.011900)
Longitude: (-3.846341)
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Where2Stay including nearby courses also detailed in where2golf.com
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Royal Marine Hotel, Restaurant & Spa 4-star
Golf Road, Brora, Sutherland KW9 6QS
+44 (0)1408 621 252
www.royalmarinebrora.com
Built in the early 1900's by renowned Scottish architect Sir Robert Lorimer as a private Country House, the hotel has recently undergone an extensive and exciting refurbishment. The hotel is within walking distance of the charming village of Brora and 1 minute from the golf course and sandy beach.
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Golf at this hotel |
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Golf within 5 miles |
Brora |
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Golf within 20 miles |
Royal Dornoch; Golspie |
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The Golf Links Hotel 3-star
Church Street, Golspie, Sutherland
+44 (0)1408 633 408
www.golflinkshotel.co.uk
The Golf Links is a friendly, family-run hotel in Golspie, with a seafront location and beautiful views overlooking the Dornoch Firth. It is located right alongside the beach and immediately adjacent to the 18-hole Golspie Golf Course.
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Golf at this hotel |
Golspie |
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Golf within 5 miles |
No |
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Golf within 20 miles |
Brora; Royal Dornoch; Skibo Castle; Tain. |
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