Scotland Magazine author Andrew Ross

Hidden gems: 7 steps to golf heaven

Former golf caddy and author Ross visits the best Scottish golf courses you've never heard of in an unforgettable week on the road.

A week in Scotland ahead and blue skies as far as the eye can see. What could be better? How about Cindy Crawford in the passenger seat and my transport being a Bentley and not a battered old Volvo? Okay, I’m dreaming. How about a full tank of gas and my golf clubs on the back seat? Now we’re talkin...

Scotland Golf from Issue 39 published on 23/06/2008

Hidden gems: 7 steps to golf heaven

BRORA GOLF CLUB 5872 yards, par 69 Green fees: £37 (weekdays) / £42 (weekend) After taking the overnight Caledonian Sleeper service from London to Inverness I pick up a car and head further north. Afriend has told me about an excellent links course at Brora designed by the great James Braid. Indee...

Scotland Golf from Issue 39 published on 23/06/2008

Hollywood on holiday

Few are aware that Nairn was Charlie Chaplin’s favourite holiday destination. When Andrew Ross visited the picturesque Royal Burgh he found that it has hung on to some of its Victorian splendour and still boasts a touch of Hollywood glamour.

I had often driven past the Morayshire coastal town of Nairn en-route from Aberdeen to Inverness, but had never found a reason to stop. Achance dinner party conversation about the seaside town known as the ‘Riviera of the North’ being a favourite holiday destination of screen legend, Charlie Chaplin...

Scotland Shopping from Issue 38 published on 11/04/2008

Live like a Laird for Hogmanay

If you must only ever spend one night in Scotland, make sure that it’s Hogmanay. And make sure you’re in a castle. Andrew Ross reports

There’s no finer time in the Scottish social calendar than 31st December, or Hogmanay as it is known locally. From the gargantuan Edinburgh street party, with hundreds of thousands of revellers from across the globe celebrating the New Year to the sounds of internationally renowned bands, to the mo...

Scottish Celebrations from Issue 22 published on 10/08/2005

A summer of fun and festivals

We all know about the Edinburgh festival, but what else has Scotland got to offer over the
summer months? Andrew Ross reports

How many reasons can you think of for visiting Scotland this summer? There’s the scenery and all that history, of course. Then there’s the sport: if you’re into golf, fishing, shooting, hiking and mountain-biking, then Scotland’s the place to be. Some people will visit for the cuisine, more for the...

Scottish Events from Issue 19 published on 20/3/2005

Club class: a dream Highland golf intinerary

Feeling adventurous and fancy trying your hand on some lesser known but highly stimulating golf courses? Sports writer Andrew Ross takes a tour

Okay, St. Andrews is the home of golf. There’s no denying it. The majestic East coast course and its imposing clubhouse is a mecca for golf fans who revel in its formality and history. In fact, you’ve probably already been there, stood on the first tee, prayed that you don’t top your drive down golf...

Scottish Golf from Issue 19 published on 20/3/2005