WE are spoiled for choice in Scotland when it comes to golf. But even in the age of the internet and social media there are still some hidden gems to be found - everywhere from the Ayrshire coast to the NC500. 4 This golf course is tucked away ion its own private island Credit: Alamy 4 This little beauty is known as Glasgow's hidden gem Credit: BALMORE GC 4 The same man who designed the Masters course laid out this track in Fife Credit: PITREAVIE GC 4 Our map of Scotland's best 'hidden gem' golf courses And to prove golf doesn't have to be a sport that empties your wallet, there are plenty of bang-for-your-buck options too.
Including this year's Open venue, Royal Troon , and the Home of Golf itself at St Andrews, there are a whopping 572 courses across Scotland . But actually playing some of them is easier said than done. Take the two already mentioned in Royal Troon and St Andrews' Old Course.
Read more Golf stories TEE OF DREAMS Sky Sports star and 50 Shades heartthrob golf for FREE on remote Scots island STILL A PLAYER Legendary Open winner, 88, returns to scene of one of his greatest triumphs A round at the former will set you back a whopping £365 and if you want a chance to tee up at the country's most famous course, you have to put your faith in a ballot. Other prestigious venues such as the Ailsa at Trump Turnberry, Open favourite Muirfield and spellbinding Royal Dornoch all charge a hefty premium for the privilege to play there (so for many, it's a case of asking nic.