Golf Guide to Aberdeen and Shire

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Golf in Aberdeen City and Shire Aberdeen City and Shire has a proud golfing heritage and is home to some of the oldest golf courses in the world. From classic links courses to delightful inland venues, golf in the beautiful north east of Scotland is as good as it gets.

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Golf in its purest form Looking forward to a bright future Leisurely golf in the region Travel tips Golf course profiles Aberdeen City and Shire golf courses Local golf driving ranges Area map and course index VisitScotland Information Centres Quality Assurance Golfers’ accommodation Away from the fairways What’s on

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Cover The revered Balgownie Links, Royal Aberdeen.

01 Fraserburgh’s historic links course.

02 Stonehaven, the ultimate cliff-top challenge.

03 An aerial view of Peterhead Golf Club.

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Golf in its purest form Golf was born on Scotland’s east coast. The game has been played in Aberdeen City and Shire in some shape or form for several centuries. The landscape of the north east is ideal golfing terrain and was long ago harnessed to create some of the finest golf holes imaginable. In Aberdeen City and Shire you can experience golf in its purest form, and you will find it both heartening and stimulating.

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Whether you test yourself on a venerable links course or a lush parkland layout, Aberdeen City and Shire has a truly exceptional golf offering.

More than 50 courses grace the region, with at least 30 of them lying within 20 miles of Aberdeen city.

Royal Aberdeen on the outskirts of the city is the sixth oldest golf club in the world and a round on its sublime Balgownie Links really is something to cherish. The outward nine is renowned as one of the finest stretches of links golf on the planet and the closing holes are magnificent too, ensuring your time at Royal Aberdeen lives long in the memory.

Just last year this illustrious venue played host to the Walker Cup, golf’s leading amateur tournament, and in 2005 the Senior British Open was staged at Royal Aberdeen.

Aberdeen City and Shire is where sand, sea and links combine to perfection. Next door to Royal Aberdeen is the highly regarded Murcar Links which crops up regularly in magazine polls of the UK’s top golf courses. Murcar is a links course in the finest tradition, inviting you to take on those

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daunting dunes and negotiate the numerous humps and hollows on the fairways. The sea is visible from almost every hole on a course that is uncompromising, mesmerising and tremendous fun.

Further up the north east coast you’ll find Cruden Bay, another epic links course that gives you all you could possibly want in terms of challenge and beauty. At Cruden Bay you will encounter every kind of golf shot imaginable and the views from some of the tees are simply breathtaking.

Head to Fraserburgh on the north eastern tip and you will be amply rewarded for your efforts. Founded in 1777, Fraserburgh can lay claim to being the seventh oldest golf club in the world. It’s another genuine slice of golfing history and once more you’ll find yourself in links heaven.

For sheer drama it’s hard to beat the cliff-top course at Stonehaven, south of Aberdeen. The sea views are astounding and some of the tee shots are nerve-racking to say the least. Try to keep your nerve as you attempt another daunting drive on a course that scores high for drama.

01 The 7th green on Murcar Links.

02 A view over magical Cruden Bay. Aberdeen City and Shire is rightly praised for its links courses but there are some great inland venues too, especially in beautiful Royal Deeside. Banchory is a delightful parkland course that serves up a terrific finish, while Ballater is a short but challenging heathland course in a stunning location. Braemar, at more than 1,000 ft above sea level, is the highest 18-hole golf course in Britain.

Aberdeen itself has several praiseworthy courses besides Royal Aberdeen. Hazlehead No.1 is a terrific parkland course that was designed by Alistair MacKenzie, the man who created Augusta National.

It is also a municipal course, making a round here very good value. Other popular municipal courses include the historic King’s Links and Balnagask, a course set spectacularly on headland overlooking the harbour.

You could have an immensely satisfying golf break without leaving the city but with the likes of Cruden Bay, Murcar Links and Ballater beckoning, you will want to strike out and play as many of these courses as you can.

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Looking forward to a bright future

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Aberdeen City and Shire has an enviable golfing history and the game continues to thrive in this stunning corner of Scotland. The future looks bright too with sustained investment in the game and some exciting new course projects coming to fruition. While building on its renowned golfing history, Aberdeen City and Shire is looking to ensure that visiting golfers experience one of the best golf offerings you’ll find anywhere in the world.

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Just 12 miles north of Aberdeen, something intriguing has been taking shape. Donald Trump has spent the past few years building his first Scottish golf course, having purchased the Menie Estate, an impressive wilderness featuring an epic dune system, in 2005.

The billionaire property developer had been searching for the right stretch of links for years before he settled on this epic piece of Aberdeenshire coastline. Having set eyes on the vast dunes, Trump deigned it the perfect site for Trump International Golf Links, a ÂŁ1 billion development that will include a second course, a luxury hotel and a range of holiday homes.

Trump’s stated ambition is for his Scottish project to result in the best golf course in the world.

A few other excellent golf courses have cropped up in recent years, showing that the region does not rest on its laurels and rely on old favourites, wonderful though they are.

Newmachar has two courses to be proud of.

The Hawkshill championship course was designed by

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01 Hawkshill course, Newmachar Golf Club.

02 Starter’s clock at Aboyne Golf Club.

03 Ballater Golf Course lies on the River Dee.

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Dave Thomas and is set among mature silver birch and Scots pine trees. Water hazards and strategically placed bunkers combine to make this one of the toughest golfing tests in the region. The course has staged a number of leading tournaments, including the Scottish Seniors Open.

The Swailend course was also designed by Thomas and, though more forgiving than its sister course, should not be underestimated. Both courses are worthy of your attention.

Another great asset to the region is the Aspire Golf Centre in Aberdeen. Opened a few years ago, Aspire was recently upgraded and now offers some of the finest practice facilities in the country. The centre attracts tens of thousands of visitors each year, with golfers of all ages and abilities flocking to this stateof-the-art facility to practice and hone their game.

Aspire boasts a challenging 9-hole par 3 course and a driving range, plus there is the opportunity to take lessons from the centre’s experts, with various training packages available. Measure your progress

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at the Teaching Academy which uses all the latest golfing technology.

For centuries, Aberdeen City and Shire has had some of the country’s best golf courses, yet it is still possible to say that the local golf scene continues to grow and develop. Such is the drive for constant improvement in this golf obsessed region.

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Leisurely golf in the region Aberdeen City and Shire delivers a truly great golfing experience and the region is the perfect destination for a few relaxing rounds of golf.

Highly recommended is Hazlehead in Aberdeen.

Hazlehead’s No.1 course gets a lot of attention and rightly so, but the less heralded No.2 course is also worth exploring. It has a more open aspect in terms of layout and is less lengthy than its sister course. Hazlehead also has a lovely 9-hole course that offers a fun hour or two of golfing.

Away from the city, Inverurie and Kemnay are two appealing parkland courses close to one another. Alford is also a lovely parkland layout surrounded by various hills including the much-loved Bennachie. Peterculter is an exceptional inland venue next to the River Dee, while Turiff is a fairly flat challenge with a fine setting on the banks of the River Deveron.

North of Aberdeen city, Peterhead is a smashing links venue that features both an 18-hole and a 9-hole course. And up by the Banffshire coast you can have the pleasure of tackling Duff House Royal, a well-manicured parkland course by the River Deveron, and Royal Tarlair, a memorable cliff-top course with spectacular views of the Moray Firth.

The scenery around Royal Deeside is fantastic and the area has a great selection of golf courses.

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Banchory has an idyllic setting by the River Dee and is an obvious choice for a relaxing round.

Aboyne is another attractive option in Royal Deeside. Again you’ll be spoiled by the views – this time of the Dee Valley – especially from the higher holes on the back nine. The course is a mix of rolling parkland and elevated heathland.

Mature trees and water come into play on many of the holes with the Loch of Aboyne adding to the charm of the course.

Ballater is one of the flattest courses in Royal Deeside but there is no compromise on beauty and the course still throws up a nice challenge.

The surrounding hills frame the course perfectly and Ballater is the epitome of the player-friendly venue.

Further into Royal Deeside, Braemar is a surprisingly flat course given that it is Britain’s highest 18-hole golf course. Set in a gorgeous valley, this relatively short layout offers up some brilliant holes and the journey is definitely worth it.

Royal Deeside also has some fantastic 9-hole courses for filling a morning or afternoon. Tarland is perhaps one of the most scenic 9-hole courses in the region and features several memorable holes.

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You will get a lot of pleasure from playing this short but tricky little course.

Lumphanan can easily be classed as a hidden gem and is an example of village golf at its best. It’s a classic hillside course with the designers taking full advantage of the landscape. Lumphanan is a very informal and friendly place to play golf.

Torphins is another one that’s worth a couple of hours of your time. This course is unique in that as well as being able to play nine holes you can play 13 holes, playing to 10 greens from 13 different tees!

You’ll have to go and try it out for yourself.

Aberdeen City and Shire offers all you could possibly want from a golf break.

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01 Craibstone Golf Course, near Aberdeen Airport.

02 Braemar Golf Course in the heart of Royal Deeside.

03 The 9-hole Lumphanan Golf Course.

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Travel tips With a busy airport, excellent rail and road links and a major ferry terminal, Aberdeen City and Shire is very accessible.

You’ll be in the north east of Scotland in no time, enjoying some of the country’s best golf courses.

By road The main route from the south to Aberdeen is the A90 and there is also the A92 Coastal Route (from Dundee) and the A93 Deeside Tourist Route (from Perth) should you have more time to enjoy the local scenery. The main road between Inverness and Aberdeen is the A96.

By rail Scotrail and East Coast run regular daily trains to Aberdeen from Glasgow, Edinburgh and Inverness.

You can also reach Aberdeen by rail from London.

Board the Caledonian Sleeper in London and wake up in Aberdeen.

For more information visit www.nationalrail.co.uk and www.travelinescotland.com and www.scotrail.co.uk

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By ferry Aberdeen harbour is one of the most modern ports in Europe and is right in the heart of the city.

Northlink runs regular ferries to Aberdeen from Shetland and Orkney.

For more information visit www.northlinkferries.co.uk By air Aberdeen Airport is one of Scotland’s busiest airports, with scheduled flights to and from more than 30 domestic and international cities. There are regular daily flights between London and Aberdeen and you can also fly to Aberdeen from Amsterdam, Paris, Copenhagen, Frankfurt, Bergen, Stavanger and other European cities.

For more information visit www.baa.co.uk

By bus Citylink operates regular bus services to Aberdeen from Glasgow and Edinburgh (via Perth and Dundee). Stagecoach is the main operator between Inverness and Aberdeen (via Nairn and Elgin) with frequent buses throughout the day.

For more information visit www.citylink.co.uk and www.stagecoachbus.com

Where to find out more Find all you want to do in Aberdeen City and Shire 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.

Please refer to the list of VisitScotland Information Centres on page 22. Further travel information can be obtained in advance from www.traveline.org.uk or by calling 0871 200 2233.

01 Aberdeen harbour and Balnagask municipal course.

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Golf course profiles Whatever your choice, from championship to 9-hole holiday golf, you can expect excellent value for money in Aberdeen City and Shire.

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.

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The following pages contain profiles for every course in Aberdeen City and Shire. 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 20 – 21).

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.

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

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Driving Range

01 The challenging Deeside Golf Course.

02 The King’s Links, Aberdeen.

03 Auchenblae Golf Course offers stunning views.

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Aberdeen City and Shire golf courses ASPIRE GOLF COURSE 67500

1 Set amongst the scenic splendour of Royal Deeside, Aboyne Golf Club provides a fine test of golf for all abilities.

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South Deeside Road, Aberdeen AB12 5YN T: 01224 865750 F: 01224 865751 info@aspiregolfcentre.com www.aspiregolfcentre.com

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ABOYNE GOLF COURSE

Play, practise, learn and buy the ‘best for you’. One of the ‘best reputations’ in the area for quality, service and value.

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

£31

£36

H: 18 Par/SSS: 68/69

Round

£11

£11

H: 9 Par/SSS: 27/27

D/Ticket

£41

£51

Length: 6,009yds

D/Ticket

N/A

N/A

Length: 1,336yds

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The Lodge is a Golf, Spa and Leisure Resort with spectacular views over the loch and The Cairngorms National Park.

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ABOYNE LOCH GOLF CENTRE – PUSSYCAT COURSE The Lodge on the Loch, Aboyne AB34 5BR T: 01338 886444 F: 01338 886488 info@thelodgeontheloch.com www.thelodgeontheloch.com

Auchenblae, Laurencekirk AB30 1TX T: 01561 320002 www.auchenblaegolfcourse.co.uk

6 Providing a challenge for experienced golfers and enjoyment for holiday makers and group outings. Stunning views of Drumtochty Glen and South Grampians. Not one to be missed.

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Inland/Parkland/ Undulating

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

£10

£12

H: 9 Par/SSS: 62

Round

N/A

N/A

H: 9 Par/SSS: 64/61

D/Ticket

£14

£16

Length: 3,600yds

D/Ticket

£15

£18

Length: 4,434yds

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ABOYNE LOCH GOLF CENTRE – TIGER COURSE

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The Lodge on the Loch, Aboyne AB34 5BR T: 01338 886444 F: 01338 886488 info@thelodgeontheloch.com www.thelodgeontheloch.com

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The Lodge is a Golf, Spa and Leisure Resort with spectacular views over the loch and The Cairngorms National Park.

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Formaston Park, Aboyne AB34 5BR T: 01339 886328 F: 01338 887592 aboynegolfclub@btconnect.com www.aboynegolfclub.co.uk

AUCHMILL GOLF CLUB

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Bonnyview Road, Aberdeen AB16 7FQ T: 01224 715214 F: 01224 715226 auchmill.golf@btconnect.com www.auchmill.com

Auchmill golf course is a young parkland course that provides an enjoyable challenge for all golfers with spectacular views of Aberdeen and its surrounding areas.

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Inland/Parkland/ Undulating

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Round

£12

£14

H: 9 Par/SSS: 68/65

Round

£15

£15

H: 18 Par/SSS: 70/69

D/Ticket

£16

£18

Length: 5,230yds

D/Ticket

£25

£25

Length: 5,724yds

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ALFORD GOLF COURSE

4 A warm and friendly welcome awaits you on this fine parkland course, 23 miles west of Aberdeen – A944.

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Montgarrie Road, Alford AB33 8EA T: 01975 562178 F: 01975 564910 info@alford-golf-club.co.uk www.alford-golf-club.co.uk

Type: Parkland

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Victoria Road, Ballater AB35 5QX T: 01339 755567 sec@ballatergolfclub.co.uk www.ballatergolfclub.co.uk

Surrounded by majestic hills, this medium length course is situated in one of the most beautiful parts of Royal Deeside.

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Round

£20

£25

H: 18 Par/SSS: 69/66

Round

£28

£32

H: 18 Par/SSS: 67/67

D/Ticket

£25

£30

Length: 5,311yds

D/Ticket

£40

£50

Length: 5,582yds

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Type: Heathland

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Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Links

H: 18 Par/SSS: 70/69

Round

£70

£75

H: 18 Par/SSS: 70/71

Length: 6,065yds

D/Ticket

£70

N/A

Length: 6,287yds

BANCHORY GOLF COURSE Kinneskie Road, Banchory AB31 5TA T: 01330 822447 F: 01330 822491 bgc.secretary@banchorygolfclub.co.uk www.banchorygolfclub.co.uk

10 Strategically placed bunkers, mature native trees and the ‘magnetic’ River Dee provide obstacles that can test even the most accomplished player.

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CRUDEN BAY – ST OLAF GOLF COURSE Aulton Road, Cruden Bay, Peterhead AB42 0NN T: 01779 812285 F: 01779 812945 bookings@crudenbaygolfclub.co.uk www.crudenbaygolfclub.co.uk

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Beautifully shaped greens and panoramic views. Challenges: blind shots, a Scottish burn, vast sand dunes and the wind from the North Sea.

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Links

Round

£30

£40

H: 18 Par/SSS: 69/68

Round

£20

£30

H: 9 Par/SSS: 64/64

D/Ticket

£40

£50

Length: 5,801yds

D/Ticket

N/A

N/A

Length: 2,463yds

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11 Highest 18-hole course in the country set in stunning scenery with some tricky short holes and great greens.

Cluniebank Road, Braemar AB35 5XX T: 01339 741618 F: 01339 741400 info@braemargolfclub.co.uk www.braemargolfclub.co.uk

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DEESIDE – BLAIRS GOLF COURSE Golf Road, Bieldside, Aberdeen AB15 9DL T: 01224 869457 F: 01224 861800 admin@deesidegolfclub.com www.deesidegolfclub.com

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Deeside Golf Club – one of the leading private golf clubs in the north east of Scotland.

Open: 1 April – 31 Oct Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Heathland

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

£25

£25

H: 18 Par/SSS: 65/64

Round

£20

£25

H: 9 Par/SSS: 70/67

D/Ticket

£30

£30

Length: 4,935yds

D/Ticket

N/A

N/A

Length: 5,042yds

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12 Excellent parkland/heathland course, located on the north west outskirts of Aberdeen.

Close to the airport at Dyce, this exciting golf facility offers great value for all golfers.

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Bucksburn, Aberdeen AB21 9YA T: 01224 716777 (ext 1) golfworldltd06@btconnect.com www.craibstone.com

90083a

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22415a

D/Ticket

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13 A warm welcoming club for both members and visiting golfers from across the globe.

The ideal venue for your group golf day. A day one will remember.

Type: Coastal/Links

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Round

Weekend

Cruden Bay, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire AB42 0NN T: 01779 812285 F: 01779 812945 secretary@crudenbaygolfclub.co.uk www.crudenbaygolfclub.co.uk

U DEESIDE – HAUGHTON GOLF COURSE Golf Road, Bieldside, Aberdeen AB15 9DL T/F: 01224 869457 admin@deesidegolfclub.com www.deesidegolfclub.com

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Deeside Golf Club – one of the leading private golf clubs in the north east of Scotland.

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Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

CRUDEN BAY GOLF CLUB

9 Challenging coastal course with many hills, situated within a nature conservation area on the small Balnagask headland.

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BALNAGASK GOLF COURSE St Fitticks Road, Aberdeen AB1 3QT T: 01224 876407 information@sportaberdeen.co.uk www.aberdeencity.gov.uk

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Round

from £30

from £30

H: 18 Par/SSS: 69/69

Round

from £55

from £55

H: 18 Par/SSS: 70/72

D/Ticket

from £45

from £45

Length: 5,780yds

D/Ticket

N/A

N/A

Length: 6,407yds

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Type: Parkland

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Aberdeen City and Shire golf courses 23411

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Flat, beautifully manicured parkland course with a little rough. Challenges: large ‘MacKenzie’ two-tiered greens, well positioned bunkers and trees.

FRASERBURGH – ROSEHILL GOLF COURSE Philorth Links, Fraserburgh AB43 8TL T: 01346 516616 secretary@fraserburghgolfclub.org www.fraserburghgolfclub.org

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A small course designed to sharpen up the short game and provide some relaxation.

Excellent course for beginners.

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Round

£30

£36

H: 18 Par/SSS: 68/69

Round

£15

£15

H: 9 Par/SSS: 66/63

D/Ticket

£40

£50

Length: 6,007yds

D/Ticket

£15

£15

Length: 4,832yds

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Type: Inland

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Course for members only.

Membership available to residents within defined local catchment area.

FYVIE GOLF COURSE

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Fyvie, Turriff AB53 8QR T/F: 01651 891166 info@fyviegolfcourse.co.uk www.fyviegolfcourse.co.uk

A traditionally built challenging 9-hole golf course. Suitable for experienced players and beginners alike. A warm welcome awaits you.

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Private

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Round

N/A*

N/A*

H: 18 Par/SSS: 71/69

Round

£12

£14

H: 9 Par/SSS: 35/67

D/Ticket

N/A*

N/A*

Length: 5,710yds

D/Ticket

£25

£30

Length: 5,592yds

FRASERBURGH – CORBIE GOLF COURSE

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Open: All Year Weekday

Weekend

Round

£40

£50

H: 18 Par/SSS: 70/71

D/Ticket

£50

£60

Length: 6,308yds

Philorth Links, Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire AB43 8TL T: 01346 516616

Type: Links

secretary@fraserburghgolfclub.org www.fraserburghgolfclub.org

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Green Fees

Take a brief drive north of Aberdeen and you will find a totally unspoiled, good old fashioned links layout. If you are looking for a genuine slice of real Scottish golf history, this is it...

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Type: Undulating

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Did you know?

Golf is first documented to have been played across land at Fraserburgh since 1613, though Fraserburgh Golf Club itself was not founded until 1777, making it the fifth oldest golf club in Scotland. Though the course itself has undergone various changes since its inception, one thing that remains the same is its name – it is thought that Fraserburgh is the oldest club in the world still operating under its original name.

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DUNECHT HOUSE GOLF COURSE Estate Office, Dunecht, Westhill AB32 7AW T: 01330 860223 brian@dunechtestates.co.uk

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DUFF HOUSE ROYAL GOLF CLUB The Barnyards, Banff AB45 3SX T: 01261 812062 F: 01261 812224 info@duffhouseroyal.com www.duffhouseroyal.com

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Aberdeen City and Shire golf courses

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Round D/Ticket

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Arguably one of the best in the north east, designed by Alister MacKenzie. Gorse and woodland hazards for any wayward shots.

Weekend

For prices, please contact the centre direct or visit website

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HAZLEHEAD NUMBER 1 GOLF COURSE Hazlehead Park, Aberdeen AB15 8BD T: 01224 321830 information@sportaberdeen.co.uk www.aberdeencity.gov.uk

Type: Parkland H: 18 Par/SSS: 70/70 Length: 6,224 yds

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Round D/Ticket

Weekend

For prices, please contact the centre direct or visit website

Weekend

Type: Parkland

H: 18 Par/SSS: 67/68

Round

N/A

N/A

H: 18 Par/SSS: 70/68

Length: 5,764yds

D/Ticket

from £40

from £40

Length: 6,063yds

Round D/Ticket

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Wide fairways, marked absence of rough; perfect starting point for enthusiastic beginners and ideal for golfers with less time on their hands.

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INCHMARLO – QUEEN’S GOLF COURSE

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Glassel Road, Inchmarlo, Banchory AB31 4BQ T: 01330 826422 F: 0870 7386343 secretary@inchmarlo.com www.inchmarlo.com

Few 9-hole courses match the variety and cunning of this beautifully crafted course, and is a refreshing take on a proven formula.

Type: Parkland

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

H: 9 Par/SSS: 35/35

Round

POA

POA

H: 9 Par/SSS: 64/63

Length: 2,770yds

D/Ticket

POA

POA

Length: 3,920yds

HUNTLY GOLF CLUB

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Cooper Park, Huntly AB54 4SH T: 01466 792643 F: 01466 793852 huntlygc@btconnect.com www.huntlygc.com

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Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

HAZLEHEAD (9-HOLE) GOLF COURSE

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

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Set across a number of tranquil glens, the course is spine-tinglingly peaceful despite being a true golfing test.

Type: Parkland

Hazlehead Park, Aberdeen AB15 8BD T: 01224 326293 information@sportaberdeen.co.uk www.aberdeencity.gov.uk

INCHMARLO – LAIRD’S GOLF COURSE Glassel Road, Inchmarlo, Banchory AB31 4BQ T: 01330 826422 F: 0870 7386343 secretary@inchmarlo.com www.inchmarlo.com

Set in the former policies of Huntly Castle. Being relatively short makes 27 or 36 holes very manageable. Please check www.huntlygc.com for special offers.

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Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

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Designed by Hugget, Coles & Dyer. Beautiful setting, perhaps more suitable for higher handicap players.

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HAZLEHEAD NUMBER 2 GOLF COURSE Hazlehead Park, Aberdeen AB15 8BD T: 01224 321830 information@sportaberdeen.co.uk www.aberdeencity.gov.uk

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INSCH GOLF COURSE

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Golf Terrace, Insch AB52 6JY T: 01464 820363 administrator@inschgolfclub.co.uk www.inschgolfclub.co.uk

Parkland course requiring accurate approach play to leave the ball in the correct position for testing putts on the undulating greens.

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

£18

£20

H: 18 Par/SSS: 67/66

Round

£22

£29

H: 18 Par/SSS: 69/67

D/Ticket

£25

£30

Length: 4,904yds

D/Ticket

£27

£35

Length: 5,350yds

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Aberdeen City and Shire golf courses KING’S LINKS GOLF COURSE Golf Road, King’s Links, Aberdeen AB24 5QB T: 01224 632269 information@sportaberdeen.co.uk www.aberdeencity.gov.uk

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Links

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Round

£20

£25

H: 18 Par/SSS: 67/66

Round

D/Ticket

£25

£30

Length: 5,370yds

D/Ticket

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Davah Wood, Blackhall Road, Inverurie AB51 5JB T: 01467 624080 F: 01467 672869 administrator@inveruriegc.co.uk www.inveruriegc.co.uk

Situated in a pleasant area on the outskirts of the town overlooking the Don Valley.

The course is mainly parkland with some tree-lined holes on the inward half.

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

£25

£30

H: 18 Par/SSS: 69/68

D/Ticket

£25

£40

Length: 5,664yds

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Monymusk Road, Kemnay, Inverurie AB51 5RA T: 01467 642225 F: 01467 643561 administrator@kemnaygolfclub.co.uk www.kemnaygolfclub.co.uk

Visitors are welcome to play our challenging but fair parkland course with spectacular views of the surrounding countryside.

32 Traditional, well-established links course running parallel with the Aberdeen beachfront.

Wide range of holes, from par 3 to par 5.

Weekend

For prices, please contact the centre direct or visit website

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Short by modern standards, it is neverless a testing challenge for any level of golfer. One of the area's hidden treasures. Weekend day ticket £10 after 2pm.

Type: Links H: 18 Par/SSS: 71/69 Length: 6,296yds

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Did you know?

Jack Nicklaus is set to design a new golf course in Aberdeenshire, at Ury House near Stonehaven, as part of a £40 million luxury leisure development.

KINTORE GOLF CLUB

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Balbithan, Kintore, Inverurie AB51 0UR T: 01467 632631 F: 01467 632995 kintoregolfclub@lineone.net www.kintoregolfclub.net

34191

INVERALLOCHY GOLF COURSE Whitelink, Inverallochy, Fraserburgh AB43 8XY T/F: 01346 582000 inverallochygolf@btconnect.com www.inverallochygolfclub.co.uk

18-hole parkland course, 6,019 yards, with panoramic views towards the Grampian hills.

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Inland/Parkland/ Private

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Round

£27

£33

H: 18 Par/SSS: 71/71

Round

£25

£25

H: 18 Par/SSS: 70/69

D/Ticket

£33

£39

Length: 6,362yds

D/Ticket

£30

£30

Length: 6,019yds

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Type: Parkland

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Pick up a free copy of the Aberdeen City and Shire Where to Stay Guide

The course has tight fairways with the River Ugie bordering and winding its way through the course.

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Round

£15

£20

H: 18 Par/SSS: 66/66

D/Ticket

£20

£30

Length: 5,251yds

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West End, Longside, Peterhead AB42 4XJ T: 01779 821558 info@longsidegolf.wanadoo.co.uk www.longsidegolfclub.co.uk

For information and to book accommodation go to www.visitscotland.com

Type: Parkland

Aberdeen City and Shire golf courses

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01 Stay and play at the exclusive Meldrum House Hotel and golf course.

35 This classic 9-hole hillside course covers par 3 and 4 holes which are a test of accuracy.

Splendid views. Under 18's half price.

MELDRUM HOUSE GOLF COURSE Meldrum House Estate, Oldmeldrum AB51 0AE T: 01651 873553 F: 01651 873635 info@meldrumhousegolfclub.co.uk www.meldrumhousegolf.co.uk

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Enjoy access to this exclusive members-only club while you are a guest at the golf hotel.

World-class golf academy and teaching centre.

71336

LUMPHANAN GOLF CLUB Main Road, Lumphanan,

by Banchory AB31 4PX T: 01339 883480 info@lumphanangolfclub.com www.lumphanangolfclub.com

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Heathland

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Private

Round

£10

£10

H: 9 Par/SSS: 62/61

Round

N/A

N/A

H: 18 Par/SSS: 70/72

D/Ticket

£15

£15

Length: (18) 3,718yds

D/Ticket

N/A

N/A

Length: 7,010yds

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MCDONALD GOLF CLUB Hospital Road, Ellon AB41 9AW T: 01358 720576 mcdonald.golf@virgin.net www.ellongolfclub.co.uk

36 If you are looking for a memorable day out on a picturesque course, McDonald Golf Club is for you.

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MURCAR LINKS GOLF COURSE Bridge of Don, Aberdeen AB23 8BD T/F: 01224 704354 golf@murcarlinks.com www.murcarlinks.com

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Anyone who plays this magnificent links cannot fail to be impressed by and take wonderful enjoyment from it.

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Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Round

N/A

N/A

H: 18 Par/SSS: 70/70

Round

£78

£94

H: 18 Par/SSS: 71/72

D/Ticket

£30

£40

Length: 5,942yds

D/Ticket

£95

N/A

Length: 6,516yds

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Type: Links

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Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Links

Round

£15/£30

£22.50/£45

H: 9/18 Par/SSS: 70/71

D/Ticket

£38

N/A

Length: 5,364yds

¢

NEWBURGH-ON-YTHAN GOLF CLUB Beach Road, Newburgh, Aberdeenshire AB41 6BY T: 01358 789058 F: 01358 788104 secretary@newburghgolfclub.co.uk www.newburghgolfclub.co.uk

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Championship course noted for quailty of greens and playable regardless of the conditions.

In a magnificent setting with Clubhouse views across the Ythan estuary.

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Links

Round

£35

£45

H: 18 Par/SSS: 72/72

D/Ticket

£45

£55

Length: 6,423yds

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Open: All year Weekday

Weekend

Type: Woodland

Round

£50

£70

H: 18 Par/SSS: 72/74

D/Ticket

£70

N/A

Length: 6,730yds

Green Fees

Swailend, Newmachar, info@newmachargolfclub.co.uk Aberdeenshire AB21 7UU www.newmachargolfclub.co.uk T: 01651 863002 F: 01651 863055 Hawkshill is a championship course with treelined fairways, testing greens and water features making it one of the most beautiful, yet challenging courses in Scotland.

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Offers a superb pre-round warm up and isn’t too demanding on the legs – great fun and well worth the visit.

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NEWMACHAR GOLF CLUB – HAWKSHILL

46620b

MURCAR – STRABATHIE GOLF COURSE Bridge of Don, Aberdeen AB23 8BD T/F: 01224 704354 golf@murcarlinks.com www.murcarlinks.com

For information and to book accommodation go to www.visitscotland.com

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Aberdeen City and Shire golf courses 42

Swailend is more forgiving than Hawkshill, but still provides a challenge that should not be underestimated.

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For more information on Aberdeen City and Shire

Open: All year

Green Fees

Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

£30

£40

H: 9 Par/SSS: 72/71

D/Ticket

£40

£50

Length: 6,388yds

www.aberdeen-grampian.com

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OLDMELDRUM GOLF CLUB

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Kirk Brae, Oldmeldrum AB51 0DJ T: 01651 872648 admin@oldmeldrumgolf.co.uk www.oldmeldrumgolf.co.uk

18-hole parkland course with panoramic views over a large part of Aberdeenshire.

It provides a challenging test of golf.

PETERHEAD – OLD GOLF COURSE Craigewan Links, Peterhead AB42 1LT T: 01779 472149 F: 01779 480725 enquiries@peterheadgolfclub.co.uk www.peterheadgolfclub.co.uk

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Among the dunes and across the links, a classic example of Scottish seaside golf at its best – and toughest!

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NEWMACHAR GOLF CLUB – SWAILEND Swailend, Newmachar, Aberdeenshire AB21 7UU T: 01651 863002 F: 01651 863055 ops.director@newmachargolfclub.co.uk www.newmachargolfclub.co.uk

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Round

£30

£35

H: 18 Par/SSS: 70/70

Round

£40

£50

H: 18 Par/SSS: 70/71

D/Ticket

£30

£40

Length: 6,123yds

D/Ticket

£55

£65

Length: 6,147yds

PETERCULTER GOLF COURSE

44

Oldtown, Burnside Road, Peterculter AB14 0LN T: 01224 734994 F: 01224 735580 info@petercultergolfclub.co.uk www.petercultergolfclub.co.uk Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

The course follows the natural contours of the riverbank and players can enjoy panoramic views of the valley set against the magnificence of the Grampian Mountains.

U PORTLETHEN GOLF CLUB Badentoy Road, Portlethen, Aberdeen AB12 4YA T: 01224 782571 admin@portlethengolfclub.com www.portlethengolfclub.com

47 Blessed with natural features.

The Findon burn, lined with mature broadleaf trees, crosses five holes, influencing either tee or approach shots.

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

50199

¥ 49665

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Type: Links

Type: Parkland

18 Holes

£36

£41

H: 18 Par/SSS: 71/70

Round

£35

£40

H: 18 Par/SSS: 72/72

36 Holes

£46

£51

Length: 6,226yds

D/Ticket

£40

£45

Length: 6,670yds

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PETERHEAD – NEW GOLF COURSE

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A warm welcome to Peterhead Golf Club, set in the idyllic surroundings of Craigewan Links, the 18th oldest golf club in the world.

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Craigewan Links, Peterhead AB42 1LT T: 01779 472149 F: 01779 480725 enquiries@peterheadgolfclub.co.uk www.peterheadgolfclub.co.uk

ROSEHEARTY GOLF COURSE c/o Masons Arms Hotel, Castle Street, Rosehearty AB43 7JJ T: 01346 571250 F: 01346 571306 roseheartygc@yahoo.com

48 Traditional Links type course.

The small undulating greens provide a test for golfers of all abilities. Four miles west of Fraserburgh.

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Links

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Round

£18

£18

H: 9 Par/SSS: 62/62

Round

N/A

N/A

H: 9 Par/SSS: 62/62

D/Ticket

£18

£18

Length: 4,474yds

D/Ticket

£15/conc£10

£15/conc£10

Length: 4,394yds

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Aberdeen City and Shire golf courses Did you know?

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Great Britain & Ireland won back the Walker Cup, the amateur equivalent of the Ryder Cup, at Royal Aberdeen in 2011 with a 14 – 12 victory over the United States.

ROYAL ABERDEEN GOLF CLUB – BALGOWNIE Links Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen AB23 8AT T: 01224 702571 F: 01224 826591 admin@royalaberdeengolf.com www.royalaberdeengolf.com

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The 6th oldest club in the world and hosted the Walker Cup in 2011. A classic links lay-out – out through the dunes and back along a plateau.

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Links

Round

from £120

from £120

H: 18 Par/SSS: 71/74

D/Ticket

from £170

from £170

Length: 6,900yds

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Royal Aberdeen Golf Club is the 6th oldest club in the world and hosted the Walker Cup in 2011.

ROYAL TARLAIR GOLF COURSE Buchan Street, Macduff AB44 1TA T: 01261 832897 F: 01261 833455 info@royaltarlair.co.uk www.royaltarlair.co.uk

51 Cliff-top parkland course offering a challenge for the serious golfer and enjoyable golf in an ideal setting for the not so serious.

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Links

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

from £60

from £60

H: 18 Par/SSS: 64/61

Round

£20

£25

H: 18 Par/SSS: 71/68

D/Ticket

from £100

from £100

Length: 4,021yds

D/Ticket

£25

£30

Length: 5,866yds

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STONEHAVEN GOLF COURSE

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Cowie, Stonehaven AB39 3RH T: 01569 762124 F: 01569 765973 info@stonehavengolfclub.com www.stonehavengolfclub.com

Though the course is short (par 66 and 5,103 yards), it sets a testing challenge for all standards of golfer.

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Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Round

from £30

from £30

H: 18 Par/SSS: 66/65

D/Ticket

from £35

from £35

Length: 5,103yds

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Aberdeen City and Shire golf courses Provides many a test and the beautiful, tranquil setting and dramatic scenery combine to give you a day to remember.

57690

Aberdeen Road, Tarland, Aboyne AB34 4TB T/F: 01339 881000 secretary@tarlandgolfclub.co.uk www.tarlandgolfclub.co.uk

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TURRIFF GOLF COURSE

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Rosehall, Turriff AB53 4HD T: 01888 563025 F: 01888 568050 grace@turriffgolf.sol.co.uk www.turriffgolfclub.com

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TARLAND GOLF COURSE

A picturesque and challenging course for all standards. Contact the club for special packages.

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Round

£19

£19

H: 9 Par/SSS: 67/68

Round

£23

£27

H: 18 Par/SSS: 70/70

D/Ticket

£19

£25

Length: 5,875yds

D/Ticket

£27

£33

Length: 6,118yds

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TORPHINS GOLF CLUB

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Bog Road, Torphins AB31 4JU T: 01339 882115 stuartmacgregor5@btinternet.com www.torphinsgolfclub.co.uk

Round D/Ticket

A demanding but enjoyable par 64. Officially a 9-hole course but with 13 different tees playing to 10 different greens.

Weekend

£10(9); £15(18) £10(9); £15(18) £15

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WESTHILL GOLF COURSE Westhill Heights, Westhill AB32 6RY T: 01224 740159 F: 01224 749124 westhillgolf@btconnect.com www.westhillgolfclub.co.uk

56 The course is situated eight miles west of Aberdeen and offers spectacular views of the surrounding countryside and across to Royal Deeside.

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Type: Parkland

Type: Heathland

Open: All year Green Fees Weekday

Weekend

Type: Parkland

H: 9 Par/SSS: 64/64

Round

from £22

from £22

H: 18 Par/SSS: 69/69

Length: 4,738yds

D/Ticket

from £27

from £27

Length: 5,849yds

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Local golf driving ranges 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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Find all you want to do in Aberdeen City and Shire in one place.

At a VisitScotland Information Centre we’ll tell you about everything you want to see, everything you want to do and everything else you’ll need for your visit. Our friendly experts can offer advice on all things local as well as sharing their wider knowledge of Scotland. We don’t just advise either. We can sort out your accommodation and all your travel needs, as well as tickets for events across Scotland. So if you’re looking to get the most from your visit, there really is only one place to go.

Aberdeen

23 Union Street, Aberdeen, AB11 5BP

01224 288828

Alford

Old Station Yard, Alford, AB33 8FD

01975 562052

Ballater

Old Royal Station, Ballater, AB35 5RB

01339 755306

Banchory

Bridge Street, Banchory, AB31 5SX

01330 822000

Banff

Collie Lodge, Banff, AB45 1AU

01261 812419

Braemar

The Mews, Mar Road, Braemar, AB35 5YL

01339 741600

Fraserburgh

3 Saltoun Square, Fraserburgh, AB43 9DA

01346 518315

Huntly

9A The Square, Huntly, AB54 8BR

01466 792255

Inverurie

18 High Street, Inverurie, AB51 3XQ

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66 Allardice Street, Stonehaven, AB39 2AA

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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.

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.

To find out more about Aberdeen City and Shire go to www.aberdeen-grampian.com

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Away from the fairways Aberdeen City and Shire has many marvellous attractions besides those classic golf courses.

For example, the region has more castles per acre than anywhere else in the UK. With around 300 castles, Aberdeen City and Shire is rightly regarded as Scotland’s ‘Castle Country’.

One of Scotland’s most iconic castles can be found just south of Aberdeen. Dunnottar Castle is a dramatic cliff-top fortress near Stonehaven, the castle seeming to rise from the sea. And there are countless other striking castles worth exploring.

Slains Castle near Cruden Bay is believed to have been an inspiration for Dracula (Bram Stoker holidayed regularly in the town) while Crathes Castle close to Banchory is reputed to be haunted.

A splendid example of a Scottish baronial fortress is Fyvie Castle where you can see the stunning art collection and wander the beautiful walled gardens.

Castle Fraser’s popular Woodland Secrets play area is great fun for children.

Both Fyvie Castle and Castle Fraser feature on Scotland’s only Castle Trail, which you can follow at your leisure.

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Another trail you can take is the Victorian Heritage Trail. Queen Victoria loved Royal Deeside and indeed Balmoral Castle was built for her. The castle remains the Royal Family’s official Scottish residence and some of the shops in nearby Ballater bear the Royal Warrant as suppliers to the Queen.

Much of Royal Deeside lies within the boundaries of the Cairngorms National Park and the further inland you go the more majestic the scenery becomes, with rugged mountains and ancient forests. Look out for golden eagles, ospreys and other remarkable wildlife while you’re in this area of true wilderness.

Aberdeen City and Shire’s magnificent coastline provides the setting for all those classic links courses but you can also set your clubs aside and walk some of the Coastal Trail. Discover stunning beaches, pretty coves and charming fishing villages with historic harbours.

You could go hillwalking in the much loved Bennachie range west of Aberdeen, or fish for salmon and trout in the River Dee and River Don. Try canoeing or kayaking in the region’s rivers, or, for

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even bigger thrills, head to Fraserburgh for a spot of surfing. Back in the city, Aberdeen Snowsports Centre offers snowboarding and skiing.

There’s much to explore in Aberdeen and the Granite City has some stunning architecture. Walk the cobbled streets of Old Aberdeen and explore King’s College, part of one of Scotland’s oldest universities.

Take a stroll around the quaint fishing village of Footdee next to Aberdeen’s harbour or visit one of the city’s splendid parks. Duthie Park’s highlight is its Winter Gardens, while Hazlehead Park is worth visiting for its beautiful rose gardens.

Enjoy a night of opera or ballet at His Majesty’s Theatre or visit Aberdeen Art Gallery during the daytime. Pay a visit to the Gordon Highlanders Museum and learn about one of the British Army’s most famous regiments. At Aberdeen Maritime Museum you can gain a good insight to the fishing and oil industries which have been so vital for this city.

Aberdeen has some excellent shopping opportunities and the latest addition to the city’s strong retail

offering is glitzy Union Square with its impressive range of boutiques and restaurants. The Bon Accord is another excellent centre offering great fashion stores in the heart of the city while the West End boasts a variety of unique outlets and designer shops.

If you’re a fan of whisky, head out to Glen Garioch Distillery in Oldmeldrum where they have been producing single malts for more than 200 years.

South of Aberdeen you’ll find Fettercairn Distillery, one of Scotland’s oldest licensed distilleries. Both Glen Garioch and Fettercairn offer guided tours and the opportunity of a dram.

For more on the Castle Trail, Victorian Heritage Trail and Coastal Trail, go to www.aberdeen-grampian. com/area-guide/trails

01 The dramatic Dunnottar Castle.

02 The Granite City of Aberdeen.

03 A guided tour at Glen Garioch Distillery.

To find out more about Aberdeen City and Shire go to www.aberdeen-grampian.com

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Aberdeen City and Shire has a packed calendar of events with everything from art and whisky festivals to major concerts and theatre shows.

Spring and summer highlights include the Aberdeen International Youth Festival, which showcases performing arts and international culture, and the spectacular Scottish Traditional Boat Festival in the picturesque town of Portsoy. In September there’s the Royal Braemar Highland Gathering, while you can celebrate New Year in Stonehaven with the spectacular Fireball Ceremony. Whenever you visit, there will be no shortage of entertainment.

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June 2 Taste of Grampian Thainstone Centre, Inverurie www.tasteofgrampian.co.uk

8 – 10 TMSA Keith Festival Various venues, Keith www.keithfestival.co.uk

11 Olympic Torch Relay Union and Castle Street, Aberdeen www.aberdeencity.gov.uk

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5–6 Turriff Show Banff www.turriffshow.org

9 Ballater Highland Games Monaltrie Park, Ballater www.ballaterhighlandgames.com

18 Lourin Fair Old Rayne www.oldrayne.org.uk

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To find out more about Aberdeen City and Shire go to www.aberdeen-grampian.com

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