Fortrose and Rosemarkie

Grok says… Fortrose and Rosemarkie Golf Club is a historic Scottish links treasure perched on the narrow Chanonry Peninsula in the Black Isle, just north of Inverness, jutting dramatically into the Moray Firth and surrounded by water on three sides. Established as a formal club in 1888 (with evidence of golf dating back to 1702 and a society in 1793, making it the 15th oldest recorded club in the world), the current 18-hole championship layout (par-71, around 5,881-6,085 yards) was masterfully redesigned in 1932 by five-time Open Champion James Braid, whose signature strategic bunkering, deceptive greens, and tight fairways shine through. This quirky, fun, and welcoming gem offers breathtaking panoramic views across the firth, dense gorse, blind approaches, and a unique out-and-back routing split by the road to the lighthouse—delivering pure links charm without overwhelming length. Frequently ranked in Scotland’s Top 50 courses, hailed as one of GB & Ireland’s most entertaining “fun” courses, and awarded Scotland’s Best Golfing Experience multiple times, it’s a hidden Highland favorite that hosts national championships and delights with its character, warm hospitality, and occasional dolphin sightings in the firth.

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