Globetrotter Golfer's Guide to Scotland [Paperback]

David J. Whyte (Author)

Book Description

Series: Globetrotter Golfers Guide | Publication Date: June 1, 2001

The opening chapter introduces Scotland and offers the visitor practical travel advice and lots of useful tips about golf in Scotland. The country is then divided into seven regions in which 150 of Scotland's 500-plus courses are described in detail. Regional directories set out essential information on where to stay, eat and visit.
Scotland has more golf courses per head of population than any other nation,
ranging from traditional seaside links to majestic new parkland courses. With
stunning photography, Golfer's Guide to Scotland selects the best and the most picturesque, taking the reader on a journey of discovery from golfing gems such as the Highlands' Boat of Garten to golf's spiritual home, St Andrews.

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

For every golfer, a visit to Scotland is about finding your golfing roots. It is in this rugged land that golf was invented, perfected and exported all over the world, and where so much of its history has taken place. Today, Scotland still has more golf courses per head of population than any other nation, ranging from traditional seaside links to majestic new parkland courses. This book selects the best and the most picturesque, taking the reader on a journey of discovery from golfing gems such as Boat of Garten to golf's spiritual home, St. Andrews.This guide contains practical information and course descriptions for 150 selected golf courses; caters to all levels of player; includes 140 photographs, 9 area maps and 10 course plans - all in full color; is packed with practical golfing and travel information; has regional directories on where to stay, eat and visit. (6 1/2 x 9 1/2, 176 pages, color photos, maps, charts, course plans)

About the Author

David J. Whyte has written and/or photographed six books, including Golf Monthly's Golfing Gems: Scotland, and Visitor's Guide to Scotland (Landmark). His work is regularly published in the world's leading golf magazines. He lives in Kirriemuir, Scotland.

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Globetrotter; 1st edition (June 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1859742769
• ISBN-13: 978-1859742761
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,082,134 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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