Royal Dornoch

Royal Dornoch established in 1877, has been a royal course for over 100 years. Indeed, the royal patronage was granted to him by King Edward VII in 1906. But golf has been played in Dornoch, according to the archives, since 1616! This famous links is in the top 20 of the best golf courses in the world. Its setting is magnificent, far from the big cities, with breathtaking views of the sea. Also, from April to July, the flowering gorse is the golden parent.

In 1886, Old Tom Morris extended the original 9-hole to 18-holes and introduced the fast, elevated, domed greens that are still present today. Then it was remodeled by George Duncan at the end of the 40s. Donald Ross, born in Dornoch in 1872 and died in the USA in 1948, the Michelangelo of golf according to Jack Nicklaus, famous architect, author of Pinehurst 2, Seminole, Oak Hill and Oakland Hills was a green keeper and first Pro at the Royal Dornoch and returned regularly.

This great golf course is considered the flagship of its region, appreciated by many celebrities. A "Must" to add to your golfing stay. The pretty village of Dornoch is also worthy of interest.