businessman David SutherlandBut Inverness businessman David Sutherland, lead shareholder in Dornoch's Royal Golf Hotel, said the plans for Coul Links influenced him to “press the button” on their expansion plans for eight new double bedrooms for the existing 22-room facility.
The current golf club was established 145 years ago in 1877, and was awarded its royal status in 1906 by King Edward VII. The design of the Championship Course is attributed to Old Tom Morris.
In 1906, through the influence of Her Grace the Duchess of Sutherland, Duchess Millicent, a good friend to the Club, Dornoch Golf Club secured the title and dignity of 'Royal' from King Edward VII. In 1901 Mr.
We monitor the speed of play over the summer months and request that players keep up with the match in front. Royal Dornoch Struie Course is 3 hours 45 minutes for 18 holes. Our Pace of Play is indicated on our scorecard.
It has been in the Sutherland family for over seven hundred years and is still home to Lord Strathnaver / Earl of Sutherland - Alastair Charles St Clair Sutherland who resides in the private wing. Dunrobin as seen from Embo, across Dornoch Bay.
Train to London Luton, fly to Inverness, bus • 6h 55mTake the train from London St Pancras International LL to Luton.Fly from London Luton (LTN) to Inverness (INV) LTN - INV.Take the bus from Inverness, Bus Station Stance 2 to Dornoch, Cathedral Square.
The town is known for its striking cathedral which was founded in 1224 and restored twice in its lifetime. The cathedral is a true sight to behold and well worth the visit. Dornoch is also home to some amazing bird life, flora and fauna, providing plenty to see on hikes and walks in and around the town.
The Old Tom Morris designed Championship Course is one that clearly captures everyone's imagination, but Royal Dornoch has never hosted The Open, or indeed any of the modern professional tournaments. It hosted the British Amateur Championship in 1985, and the Scottish Amateur in 1993, 2000 and 2012.
Facilities - At Royal Dornoch, both courses are open to the public 7 days a week. We would advise reserving tee times in advance to avoid disappointment.