The Sunday Post (Newcastle)

Golf course returned to old glory

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ONE of Scotland’s most famous golf courses has been restored to its original glory, following a £1 million renovation project.

The James Braid-designed Queen’s Course at Gleneagles, Perthshire, first opened to the public in 1919.

Fairways and bunkers have been returned to Braid’s design and heather stands have been reinstated to reflect the course’s appearance in the 1920s.

The 18-month renovation programme has also seen the installati­on of innovative drainage technology.

The Queen’s Course is ranked as one of the finest par-68 courses in the UK.

Stars who have played there include Sean Connery and Apollo 14 astronaut Alan Shepard.

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Sean Connery.
■ Sean Connery.

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