Taymouth’s 18-hole course delivers a golfing experience steeped in history, featuring fairways dotted with ancient trees, some dating back 350 years. The landscape is adorned with a harmonious mix of lime, oak, and Scottish pine trees, creating a picturesque horizon. Notably, Hole 4 stands as an iconic feature positioned in front of the castle entrance. Hole 12’s equally captivating views offer stunning views of Loch Tay and the majestic backdrop of Ben Lawers mountain.
Taymouth Castle Golf Club was established in 1925 playing on the course designed by James Braid set in the grounds of Taymouth Castle near Kenmore, situated in the heart of highland Perthshire. As well as being a five time winner of the Open Championship James Braid was a renowned designer of over 200 golf courses, and Taymouth continues to be a fine example of his work.
The course is laid out in the former deer park of the Taymouth estate within the valley of the river Tay. As well as offering some testing holes, the course affords spectacular views of the surrounding countryside including the peaks of the Lawers range, the sparkling waters of Loch Tay, and the wooded slopes of Drummond Hill.
In November 2010 the Taymouth Estate was purchased with the intention of developing the Castle into a luxury hotel and also creating leisure and residential properties around the Estate. These plans include extensive remodelling and upgrading work to the golf course which commenced in February 2011.