Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club is a peaceful heathland course at the gateway to Speyside, designed by Willie Park Jr in 1890 and later revised by James Braid. Set among heather, birch and pine above the River Spey, it is one of the most tranquil golfing experiences in the Highlands. We provide private golf transfers to Grantown-on-Spey from Inverness, Aviemore, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Scottish airports.
About the course
The course runs through mature woodland and open moorland with views across to the Cromdale Hills and the Cairngorm plateau beyond. At around 5,700 yards it is not long, but the heathland turf is fast, the greens are well-shaped, and the birch-framed fairways demand thoughtful placement rather than raw distance. In autumn, the surrounding woodland turns gold and copper — one of the most scenic times to play.
Grantown is the kind of course that rewards a second visit. The subtleties of the ground, the run of the ball through heather, and the quiet of the surrounding Speyside landscape make it a memorable part of any Highland golf tour. The clubhouse is welcoming and unpretentious.
The drive from Inverness
The 35-minute route from Inverness follows the A9 south before turning east into Strathspey through forest and open moor. Your driver will collect you from your hotel or the airport and deliver you directly to the club. After your round, we can take you south to Boat of Garten or Aviemore, or east into Speyside whisky country for a tasting.
Speyside & Cairngorms golf itineraries
- Grantown + Boat of Garten — Two Cairngorms courses in one day, 15 minutes apart
- Grantown + Spey Valley — Heathland then resort parkland, with Aviemore in between
- Golf & Whisky Day — Morning round at Grantown, afternoon Speyside distillery visit
Travel times to Grantown-on-Spey
Nearby Cairngorms & Speyside courses
Boat of Garten Golf Club
15 minutes south
Spey Valley Golf Course
25 minutes south
Nairn Golf Club
45 minutes north-west
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Frequently asked questions
What is Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club like?
Grantown-on-Spey is a peaceful heathland course set among heather and birch above the River Spey. Originally laid out by Willie Park Jr in 1890 and later revised by James Braid, it offers beautiful Highland scenery with views across to the Cromdale Hills. The course plays through mature woodland and open moorland — quiet, scenic, and a favourite of golfers who prefer character over championship length.
Can you combine golf with a Speyside whisky visit?
Yes. Grantown-on-Spey sits at the gateway to Speyside whisky country. A morning round followed by an afternoon distillery visit is one of our most popular day itineraries. We can arrange tastings at distilleries within 20 minutes of the course.
Is Grantown-on-Spey suitable for higher handicap golfers?
Absolutely. At around 5,700 yards the course is welcoming for all abilities. The heathland turf is forgiving, the layout is interesting without being punishing, and the pace of play is relaxed. It is an ideal warm-up or cool-down round on a multi-day Highland golf tour.