Brora Golf Club is a step back in time. Nestled along the remote Sutherland coast, this James Braid-designed course has barely changed since 1923 – and that’s exactly its charm. The layout runs in a traditional out-and-back links pattern, hugging the sea on the outward nine before returning through gently rolling linksland. There are no frills here – no corporate signage or manicured excess – just natural, firm turf and golf shaped by weather and time. The greens are protected by small electric fences to keep grazing sheep and cows at bay, a unique feature that adds character rather than chaos. The holes vary in shape and strategy, but the overriding theme is simplicity with depth: modest length, subtle movement, and the need to think. The par-3 9th (“Sea Hole”) is a standout, playing directly toward the waves, while the 17th (“James Braid’s Choice”) is a perfect long par-4 that captures the spirit of the course. Brora isn’t championship length, but it will challenge your imagination, shotmaking, and attitude. It’s golf as it was, and arguably still should be.