Greenock Golf Club

The course sits on high ground above Greenock with views across the Clyde that'll stop you mid-swing. It's a proper old-school Scottish links setup - demanding rough, tight fairways, and enough wind to keep you honest. This isn't a beginner's playground.

You'll want a handicap certificate to play here, and the club takes itself seriously about membership and guest policies. Ring ahead before you turn up - they're not casual about walk-ins. Expect to spend a good four-and-a-half hours on the course if you're playing eighteen holes.

It's a cracking spot for golfers who know what they're doing. Walker types won't find much to do here unless they're keen on the sport. Families should skip it unless the kids are already club members or competent players.

Nearby, Rosneath Castle Caravan Park sits just 3.4 miles away and Hunters Quay Holiday Village at 5.4 miles both offer decent bases if you're making a golfing trip of it. Helensburgh, your closest town, has the usual amenities. The Clyde Valley and surrounding Argyll coastline give you plenty to do on non-golfing days - walks, water views, that sort of thing.

If you're a serious golfer holidaying in the area, it's worth the visit. The greens are in good nick and the challenge is genuine. Just don't expect a relaxing casual round.