Dollar Golf Club

Dollar Golf Club sits on a sloping hillside just outside the small Perthshire town of Dollar, and it's one of those courses that rewards you for the effort of finding it. The layout winds through mature woodland with views across the Ochil Hills - nothing flashy, just honest golf on proper turf. You're looking at 18 holes of parkland-style play that suits mid-range handicappers more than absolute beginners or pros chasing championship credentials.

The course has character. There are holes that demand respect - the uphill stretches will test your legs as well as your swing - but it never feels punishing for punishment's sake. Walkers and golfers with a few years under their belt will get the most from it; if you're taking your first lessons, you might find the terrain frustrating rather than fun.

You'll want to allow a solid four hours minimum, ideally more if you're not rushing. Check their website for green fees and booking requirements - they're typically reasonable for a private members' club that welcomes visitors, though you'd want to ring ahead rather than just turning up. Dollar itself is small and quiet, which means grabbing lunch before or after might mean heading to nearby Alloa or Stirling.

If you're staying at Fossoway Cabins just a few miles away, this makes for a proper halfway day - not strenuous enough to wreck you, interesting enough to remember. The Ochil Hills themselves are brilliant for walking, so you could easily pair a morning round with an afternoon stomp if the weather holds.