Top Things to do in Aviemore and the Cairngorms
Things to do in Aviemore and the Cairngorms, Scotland: The Best Golf Courses
Discover the best top things to do in Aviemore and the Cairngorms, United Kingdom including Carrbridge Golf Club, Abernethy Golf Club, Boat of Garten Golf Club, Grantown Golf Course, Craggan Outdoors, Newtonmore Golf Club, Kingussie Golf Club, Macdonald Spey Valley Championship Golf Course.
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1. Carrbridge Golf Club
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By neilmO1832SQ
Played the course a few days running at the end on October, winter greens in operation due to the frost. The club house was closed & an honesty box in operation. Met a few of the memebers who were all very friendly and helpful. It’s a 9 hole & relatively short course but a good test of golf. The greens looked in excellent condition although I didn’t get to play them due to the frost. Would definitely look to play it again if I was up there in the summer. A credit to the members & committee.
2. Abernethy Golf Club
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
3. Boat of Garten Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 93 reviews
This picturesque championship golf course is one of the best known courses in the Scottish Highlands.
Reviewed By Neillands18 - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
We were staying in Boat of Garden and went here for coffee and homemade cakes/scones. It was lovely and views are second to none. Also has full bar for non members. The millionaire shortbread was the best I've ever had.....and I've had a few!!!
4. Grantown Golf Course
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
A prototype of the wide-open golf course that can be found throughout the Scottish Highlands.
Reviewed By Jockster69
Highly recommend this course. Views are amazing,course is in top condition and the greens are perfect. Fantastic golf course,shop and clubhouse.
5. Craggan Outdoors
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 306 reviews
Welcome to Craggan Outdoors, 'Best Outdoor Adventure Experience' in the Scottish Outdoor Leisure Awards 2019, ‘Best Outdoor Activity & Learning Centre’ in the Scottish Enterprise Awards 2018, & TripAdvisor 'Hall of Fame' member. Based on beautiful Speyside in the Cairngorms National Park, just 15 minutes from Aviemore, we deliver fantastic outdoor experiences across our range of 20+ activities, as well as offering groups great value places to get together & have their own fantastic times in our two bunkhouses & bothy. And not to forget our relaxed & cosy licensed Clubhouse Cafe venue. We appreciate you checking us out, & look forward to hopefully having you visit for your own experiences with us.
6. Newtonmore Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Exceptionally well kept, this 18-hole 6031 yard (par 70) Speyside golf course has inspired generations of Highland golf enthusiasts and is playable with comfort and pleasure by average and good players alike. Designed by James Braid, and laid out on the ancient flood plain of the River Spey, Newtonmore Golf Course provides easy-going parkland golf with mountain views all round. Newtonmore Golf Club invites visitors, groups and golf societies to share a true Highlands golf experience and offers attractive prices for green fees, competitions and membership. And the clubhouse enjoys great views and has excellent bar and catering facilities too. Newtonmore village and golf course lie in the upper Spey Valley within the Cairngorms National Park and near to Aviemore and Inverness.
Reviewed By KirrieGolfer
Just played two rounds of golf at Newtonmore. Playing in a 3 it was easy to get round in under 3.5 hours. Course was in excellent condition with some stunning scenery. Staff in the pro shop and clubhouse were very helpful and friendly. Would recommend Newtonmore to anyone visiting this area.
7. Kingussie Golf Club
8. Macdonald Spey Valley Championship Golf Course
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 92 reviews
The Spey Valley Championship Golf Course is an 18-hole, par 72 course that meanders through ancient Caledonian pine forests and along the banks of the sparkling River Spey. Some of our holes are famous for their outstanding natural beauty; our 5th hole boasts the longest hole in Scotland (at 635 yards) and our 6th spans a lake which has been adopted as a nesting site by a bird colony. When you reach the 12th at the start of the home stretch, the Spey Valley opens up before you like a film set, whilst the 16th presents a real challenge for even the most experienced golfer. You'll need a long, accurate tee shot to carry the water hazard and the flowering purple heather is standing by to punish a poor shot. However, the most spectacular of all has to be the 18th; with its two bunkers designed to mirror the undulating corries of the mountains beyond, this is our raison d'être.
Reviewed By 39t8g8 - Inverness, United Kingdom
I am sure this golf course is missed by many who are attracted to the bright lights of golf in the Highlands such as Castle Stuart, Dornoch and Skibo Castle. However, this is an absolute must if you are in the area. You will drive past it if you are heading up the A9 to Inverness so it is an easy pit stop and worth every second. Excellent value for money and at £90 is pennies on the dollar compared to some of the other courses in the Highlands. The drive in is hidden away and can easily be missed, but once you are there it is in a world of it's own. The clubhouse is like new and we had great food before our golf (Don't miss Brooks Koepka's scorecard on the wall). Pedro in the golf shop was a huge help when it came to course info as this was our first visit. Well done to Pedro on upselling buggies which we might not have made it back without! You can be let off for being slightly underwhelmed by the 1st, although at 340 yards downwind it is a nice simple opener. The hike to the 2nd (if you're walking) is well worth it as the course opens up to you. You find yourself miles, literally, from the clubhouse when you finish the 610 yard par 5 5th and then the fun really begins. Back into the wind for 6 of the next 8 holes, it might be the toughest stretch of holes I have played. 12 would fit in as a long par 4 on any course on the PGA Tour and give the pros a test. The overwhelming feeling round here is how beautiful the place is. This is a Dave Thomas masterclass not to be missed.
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