Reay GC - Pictures

[Mitch Hantman]

I recently visited Reay GC, a James Braid course on the north coast of Scotland.  It is a remote location to be sure, but it is well worth the drive.  The drive is very scenic as well.  Reay is located about 1 3/4 hours drive north-northwest of Dornoch.   This course is listed in Malcolm Campbell and George Peper's book, "True Links", as one of the 246 courses of the world that are indeed "True Links".

I am attempting to post these amateur photos taken by my wife while I played there.  My apologies to all for the pics that include me, but these can be edited out by those savvy with photo software if needed.  

#1 tee, par 3, 235 yds


surrounding farms


Approach, semi blind, to #4, par 5, 581


#4 green site


Typical natural dunes land at Reay


Front nine views


#6 par 5 approach


#6 green site


More scenery and views from the course follows over the next 4 photos

[Carl Nichols]

Mitch:
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[Mitch Hantman]

Thanks, Carl, and thanks to all who helped.  Feel free to ask any questions.

[Jon Wiggett]

Hi Mitch,

Reay is really one of the last true hidden gems. Super course with a great atmosphere to it and well worth the trip up north especially if combined with Wick.

Jon

[Mitch Hantman]

There are no tee times at Reay, simply come and tee off.  Oh, and to play, there is no pro shop, simply an honor slot to put the money in an envelope in the hallway leading to the bar. 

The day I arrived was a Saturday around 2pm, and I was the only car in the lot when I arrived.  When I left, same thing.  I was the only one on the course, on a Saturday afternoon in early September.  Amazing.

[Melvyn Morrow]

Never seem to see it rain at Reay.

Reay GC was formed in 1893 not 1883 and James Braid did not attend until 1933 to make alterations to the existing course.

I have some more info on the early days but can't get my hand on the disc at the moment.

Melvyn

[Pete Blaisdell]

Mitch
  Love the look. Natural and unspoiled like a grumpy uncle. First I have heard of Reay but would love to hear more about it. Does anyone know of any reference materials I can look into?