Brora remains the most soulful golf course I have played - as in just being there enriches the soul - almost regardless of how one is playing. So no apologies for posting pictures again from a recent trip - in fairly random order. They seek to convey what it is like to be at Brora, rather than seeking to tease out the particular challenges it presents. I am going to guess the holes - I am sure I will be corrected where necessary. The greens and fairways (yes, i know some don't like the mowing patterns!) remain as good as ever and they have done a lot of work to improve the tees which are now in excellent shape. In a few places they have also built some extra medal tees to add challenge. There are even now some practice nets to warm up in - the only shame is that they spoil the view from the 18th tee.
The approach to 8, the only par 5 at Brora.
The beatiful short 9th, completing the outward journey.
The short 12th - the Snake hole - only about 100 yards, but so short as to encourage all sorts of diabolical shots!
The 15th or Sahara hole....Brora at its most rustic and charming.
A view of the first green from above the 18th with threatening skies in the distance.
The 18th green with the treacherous false front down to the pit where 50% of golfers play their second from.
A good quality local golfer tees off the first....
The approach to the difficult third....
The sheep leaving thei mark!
The short par 4 fourth - just about driveable for long hitters.
The glorious short 6th bathed in late afternoon sunshine
The 7th or 2nd Burn hole - long hitters can carry the burn if feeling brave.....
The snake hole -this time drenched in low sun.
The difficult 17th, with the 1st green in the distance....
What a life! An afternoon walker, with the second green behind...
Late afternoon view of the first green....