Golf in Clackmannanshire and the surrounding areas... - 27th May 2003

Clackmannanshire offers a host of golf courses whose moorland mingles over parkland.

The views down the Forth Valley and over the subtle splendour of the Ochil Hills are an added bonus.

On holes such as Muckhart's 5th, called 'The Top of the World' you can see for miles over most directions.

Schawpark and Braehead near Alloa are fine, parkland courses over some splendid scenic spectacles. Other courses worth visiting in the area are Dollar, Alva and Tillicoultry.

If you like history with your golf, then nearby Stirling is the place to go. Set below the castle parapets is an excellent 18 hole course, while within a short drive, there are many worthy tests such as Dunblane New.

Bridge of Allan Golf Course, set above this delightful town, offers a climb on several holes but the vista over the Ochil's is just a reward.

This is an area of golfing education and Stirling University even has its' own 9 hole golf course built beneath the inspiring edifice of the Wallace Monument.

For a golf outing with a difference, try the Brucefield Family Golf Centre near Bannockburn.

The Falkirk area is a distinctive golfing region in itself and offers a variety of venues. The best course in the area is undoubtedly Glenbervie, scene of several amateur championships, very much a fine parkland tract secluded with lots of trees and a tendency to undulation.

At the end of your golfing break, rather than going home a few balls lighter and a bag full of good or indifferent score cards, you'll also have the lasting memories of experiencing one of Scotland's most welcome and picturesque regions. Of course other very famous courses - Gleneagles and St. Andrews are 30 minutes and 1 hour away by road respectively.

The Boll Holiday Cottages are situated at the foot of Silver Glen from which access is gained to the highest peak in the Ochil Hills - Ben Cleuch.

We provide the very best in self catering accommodation and guarantee a very warm welcome and fantastic scenery.

Whether it be a quiet haven you are requiring after a busy day in the office, or an ideally situated holiday spot providing excellent access to other areas of Scotland and with plenty to see and do, you will be delighted with your choice.

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