The Clubhouse will tee off in May at Fountainbridge

EDINBURGH TO HOST
SCOTLAND’S FIRST
INDOOR GOLF CENTRE

Scotland’s first indoor golf centre, The Clubhouse, will open in May and will be located at Edinburgh Quay, Fountainbridge.
Golfers of all abilities from beginners to scratch will have the opportunity to play over 50 of the world’s best courses on six, state of the art, Full Swing Golf simulators. The contemporary setting also includes a bar, restaurant and a putting green.
The Clubhouse is the brainchild of Scots businessmen Andy Murray, Stephen McKenzie and Charlie Simpson. With assistance from Lloyds TSB Scotland, the group has invested round £1million in the venture, which has taken around 18 months to come to fruition.
WORLD LEADER IN GOLF SIMULATION
Andy Murray, said: ‘The company which developed the simulators, Full Swing Golf, is the world leader in golf simulation. The simulators are so good that they are used by the USPGA for training and clubfitting. They are completely accurate and above all, great fun to play!
"Combine that with the latest TaylorMade clubs and balls and our guests at The Clubhouse will have a high quality experience playing Pebble Beach, The Old Course, Valderrama and many more – they get to choose. Of course, the added advantage of being indoors means that golfers can play or practice at any time and in any weather conditions – an obvious bonus in Scotland!!"
BALL TRACKING SYSTEM
Every shot is played in the simulator, from driving off the tee to hitting irons, to putting out once on the green. The ball tracking system allows golfers to play their shots from anywhere in the simulator enabling the use of simulated rough and sand areas to make the game even more realistic. Without the usual dress code restrictions and handicap requirements, the team is expecting to attract golfers of all abilities.
After much consideration, Edinburgh Quay became the preferred location due to its design, location and proximity to Edinburgh’s thriving business district.
Stephen MacKenzie said: ‘We are very excited about opening our first venue in Scotland and already have considerable interest including a number of advanced group bookings. Our design team, 442 design, has come up with a great contemporary setting in which to play golf. In addition we have located potential sites beyond Edinburgh for our second and third venues.
BAR & RESTAURANT OPEN EVERY DAY
Simulators can be booked by the hour and a range of venue hire options will be available. The bar & restaurant will be open seven days a week for golfers and non-golfers. There will also be small, exclusive, retail area offering quality golf equipment.
The Clubhouse will be open for players from May and fees will start around £30 for an hours’ play for up to 4 players.
For further information please visit http://www.edinburghclubhouse.co.uk/.
DETAILS YOU MIGHT WANT TO KNOW:

1. The Clubhouse opening hours will be: 10am to 11pm, 7 days a week
2. The bar will be supplied by Scottish & Newcastle and Alliance Wines
3. Lunch will be served in the restaurant between 12pm and 3pm, and an all day menu will available from 12pm until 9pm.
4. The menu will feature a range of plates to share and classic favourites such as steak sandwich and home made chips
5. About the partners – all of whom are golf lovers:
· Andy Murray has a background in corporate HR.
· Stephen Mackenzie has a hospitality background
· Charlie Simpson previously worked on European Tour for Wilson.
6. Full Swing Simulators – The Full Swing Golf simulators are the best and most used around the world. Using a proprietary ball tracking system the ball flight is totally accurate and reflects the shot played – hooks, slices and all.
7. The Clubhouse – facts :
Play over 50 of the world’s top courses
Play day or night, whatever the weather
Several play formats – strokeplay, matchplay, etc.
Putting green for practice and PGA tuition
PGA tuition on simulator – using video swing analysis
Club fitting service
Play using the latest Taylor Made R7 clubs and balls
Shot analysis with each shot
Exclusive Peak Performance golf apparel available for purchase
TaylorMade clubs for sale and demo days
Drinks and food served to players at their simulator as they play
Bar and restaurant open to non-golfers for breakfast, lunch and dinner
Range of venue hire options available
Ideal for corporate entertainment from 4 to 250 people
Tailored menu and drinks packages available
Corporate merchandising available
Online gaming – compete against your office in New York or London.

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