DESTINATIONGOLF . TRAVEL
PERTHSHIRE & HEARTLANDS
Panmure
Panmure
Panmure lies between Carnoustie and Monifieth , and golf started here in 1899 . It is famous for Ben Hogan ’ s visit before his 1953 Open victory . Set slightly inland , with scatterings of trees it measures 6,550 yards ( back tees ) for a par 70 . It plays out and back with the wind typically in your face to start . Three of the par threes , however , are set at 90 degrees so prepare for crosswinds . You start slow and gentle as three holes take you out to – and back from – the heart of the course . The holes in between ( 4 to 15 ) promise undulating fairways , low dunes , semi-blind shots , slippery greens and sweet variety … the 6th is the epitome of this : named Hogan , it is one of the best holes in Scotland .
Lundin
Lundin ’ s current 18 holes date back to 1909 , thanks to the great James Braid ( and Old Tom before that ). He created an intriguing mix of links and parkland holes using a strip of links land on the Firth of Forth , and divided by a railway line . You play some magical links holes first so expect some blind shots , a burn or two and fabulous greens . The rise to the 1st green is dramatic , as is the 2nd tee shot , and it demonstrate that you should expect the unexpected . Inland holes follow , playing below , across and atop a bank that runs parallel to the road . The finish embraces more chaotically blissful links holes , culminating with the 18th which fires into a narrow chute beneath the clubhouse .
Forfar
An unsung hero , Forfar has unique traits that make it a very special place indeed . Is it heathland or parkland ? What about those rolling links-like fairways ? What it is , is a sweet combination of elements that promises a remarkable golf experience where every step is chaperoned by towering pines with an undergrowth of heathland whin and broom . The heathland attributes don ’ t end there , though , and the tight turf is a joy to play off . But don ’ t expect an even lie … Forfar is renowned for its bumpy terrain that ripples sharply across fairways , with endless dips steering you through the subtlest of doglegs .
“ Forfar is renowned for its bumpy terrain that ripples sharply across fairways , with endless dips steering you through the subtlest of doglegs . ”
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