GOLF
Islay and Beyond!
Islay is home to the best kept secret in golf, a championship links course, The Machrie. A top 100 course in the UK, set against the stunning backdrop of Laggan bay. After 20 years as a PGA golf professional, Ron has the expertise to advise you on all golf related matters and the planning of your trip to Islay. From tuition at The Machrie links to a custom built golf tour of the region. Ron has equipment available for use during lessons or sets of clubs to hire for playing a round of golf at The Machrie.
For more details on lessons see www.islaygolfteacher.co.uk.
Golf Tours
For couples or groups wishing to take a golfing tour of the region, Ron arranges custom built escorted golf trips. The west coast of Scotland has some breathtaking scenery and a mild temperate climate. There are numerous options from a starting point of Glasgow, Ron will meet you at the airport or train station and escort you on your tour. Below is just a sample of one tour, but the Ayrshire courses of Turnberry, Troon & Kilmarnock, Isle of Arran, Portrush (Ireland) and Isle of Colonsay are all options in putting together your trip. Call or e-mail with your requests/wish list and a itinerary with costing will be provided.
Grail Quest
Carrick (Loch Lomond), Machrihanish Old course, Machrihanish Dunes, Dunaverty, The Machrie. (extending trip with RIB boat trip to Ireland from Campbeltown, to play Portrush is an option). Ron arranges all accommodation, golf reservations and the transport from/to Glasgow. With the experience and services of a golf professional on hand you can relax and make the most of your trip. Ron will be able to provide tuition on how to play the courses and run competitions for your group. He can also arrange restaurant bookings and sightseeing trips.