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Settle into Plockton, then head out for coastal golf within easy reach. This guide gathers short, scenic courses from Gairloch and Ullapool to Lochcarron and the Isle of Skye, with notes on travel time, visitor facilities and where the views reward every short game. You will find practical advice on tee bookings, rental kit and dog friendly spots, plus suggestions for a relaxed lunch after nine holes. Use the guide to plan a day of varied links and compact inland rounds, or stitch together an extended Highlands golf trip. Whether you want sea views or sheltered fairways, this guide points you to the best golf near Plockton.
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A small seaside course where sea views meet well-kept greens.
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What to expect
Expect tidy, compact golf with wide sea-facing views and a friendly, informal clubhouse. Visitors can hire clubs and join in without fuss. The course can be a little tricky to follow in places, so allow time to find tees and greens. The clubhouse offers fresh, home-style lunches and a small bar, and is welcoming to dogs both inside and out.
Plan your visit
If you plan to play, turn up with sensible footwear and allow extra time on your first loop to learn the layout. Clubs are available to hire, and the clubhouse is a good spot for coffee or a proper lunch afterwards. Combine your visit with a stretch on the nearby beach or a short walk along the coast. If you have a dog, mention it on arrival as the club is usually accommodating.
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Play beside Loch Broom, then warm up in a friendly clubhouse.
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What to expect
Wind-swept links-style holes that demand careful shot placement rather than blasting off with the driver. Holes beside Loch Broom offer wide sea views and open fairways. The greens are well kept, and the atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming whether you are a visitor or a local player.
Plan your visit
Turn up ready to play or drop into the clubhouse first. Equipment hire is often available on an honesty basis, so check at the clubhouse if you need clubs or balls. Combine a round with a stop for breakfast or lunch, the clubhouse menu is casual and open to non-members. Wear windproof layers and shoes suited to uneven ground.
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Tea, scones and sea views , a proper Highland stop.
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What to expect
A relaxed, local atmosphere where you can play a round or simply sit at the café and watch the loch. Expect home-style dishes and standout baked goods, especially the scones, plus simple vegetarian options such as potato and leek soup and vegetarian haggis. Staff are welcoming and the place has a community-minded vibe, with fundraising and local connections evident in the menu and service.
Plan your visit
If you’re driving the NC500, plan a short stop here for coffee and cake or a longer break for lunch. There is ample parking, so arriving by car is easiest. If you want to play, check for tee-time availability in advance. Bring layers and a waterproof outer layer, as coastal weather can change quickly. If you have a dog, use the decking area where dogs are welcome. Choosing café favourites supports a local business that often gives back to the community.
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Play a short links course where sea meets the Cuillin.
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What to expect
Expect classic seaside links golf, firm turf and wind that changes each hole. Many players praise the course condition and practical layout, which suits beginners and committed golfers alike. The welcome is warm, with a modest clubhouse offering kit hire and a small pro shop. Some holes run close to the shoreline, so the scenery is part of the game.
Plan your visit
Bring layers and a windproof jacket, the wind is part of the experience. Rentals are available at the clubhouse if you don’t have your clubs. If you want a quieter tee time aim for earlier in the morning, and let the clubhouse team know if you plan to use hire equipment. Combine the round with nearby walks or viewpoints along the NC500 for a full day on Skye.
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Highland Coast Hotels is a collection of hotels across the Scottish Highlands, from Inverness to the far north coast. Each property sits within the landscape, with warm rooms, honest food and local knowledge at every stop on the North Coast 500. Choose your hotel and start planning your trip.
