Gents & Ladies Handicap Open

Description

The Gents & Ladies Handicap Open at Nairn Golf Club on September 5, 2026, welcomes golfers of all abilities to compete individually in this open event. Played using Stableford scoring, the format rewards consistent play throughout the round, making it accessible to handicapped golfers while maintaining competitive challenge for lower handicappers alike.

Nairn Golf Club

Highland, United Kingdom

Nairn Golf Club's Championship Course is a par 71 links layout measuring 6,832 yards, situated on Scotland's northeast coast near Nairn. The course is distinguished by sea views from every hole, offering spectacular seaside scenery throughout the round. The layout comprises 18 holes with varied par structures: four par 5s, eleven par 4s, and three par 3s, providing a balanced test of golf across the terrain. The course features strategically named holes reflecting its Scottish links heritage, including Achareidh, Ben Wyvis, and Sutors, with several holes incorporating natural hazards such as bunkers and a burn. The stroke index distribution indicates varied difficulty across the layout, with hole 5 (Nets) rated as the most challenging. Located at Seabank Road in Nairn, the Championship Course combines traditional links characteristics with views of the Moray Firth, making it one of Scotland's notable seaside golf venues. The club also maintains a second course, The Cameron Course, providing additional golfing options.