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Another Place , The Machrie
There ’ s no doubt that part of the remarkable Machrie experience begins long before you reach the course . A ferry brings you to the island of Islay , and such remoteness has its own rewards . The hotel and golf course are nestled beside seven miles of pristine beach .
This is a breath-taking location that now boasts a revitalised classic championship links . The original links was designed by Willie Campbell , in 1891 , and it bounded over cavorting dunes beside the Bay of Laggan . A redesign by D J Russell in 2018 rerouted Campbell holes , removing most of the original layout ’ s blind shots . Most ... but not all . Who doesn ’ t love a little bit of intrigue that focuses your mind and demands laser-like accuracy ! The greens have been changed too , although some of the majestic old green sites were reused . Russell has exploited the potential of this revered old site to turn an old classic into a modern tour de force ... and one that contains but a handful of bunkers . And remember , Islay is also home to nine of the most iconic malt whisky distilleries in the world . With the hotel included you ’ re guaranteed a full-on luxury golf experience .
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