Boat of Garten
Boat of Garten was laid out by James Braid, in
1898. Thirty miles south-east of Inverness, it
has long been regarded as one of Scotland’s
prettiest courses, which is no surprise when you see the
Cairngorms rising above avenues of trees. You will not be taxed
in terms of length (5,900 yards, back tees) and your driver could
easily be left in the car, but Boat of Garten demands accuracy
to find tight and cleverly shaped fairways between the silver
birch and pine trees, the heather and the broom. Every hole is
enchanting and the terrain throws in considerable undulation to
increase both the beauty and drama of the course. Holes drive
up and downhill, approaches can be to tilting greens well above
you and always you are chaperoned by the landscapes beauty.
Great value, too and keep an eye out for steam trains.
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