NAIRN GOLF FESTIVAL APRIL 11 to 15, 2011

NEWS RELEASE

The North of Scotland is to host a new sporting event that has been specifically created to kick start the golfing season. The inaugural Nairn Golf Festival (www.nairngolffestival.co.uk) will take place in April and includes a packed programme of events designed to help eager golfers ready themselves for golf in 2011.

The announcement follows confirmation that the Moray Firth coast has been named one of the world’s top coastal destinations by National Geographic Traveller magazine.

“It’s an exciting time for the area and everyone associated with Nairn and golf in the Highlands,” said Alister Asher, chairman of the Festival committee. “This is an extraordinary part of the world where you can find some of the finest golf courses in Europe. The Nairn Golf Festival is really about celebrating that as well as getting everyone primed for the year ahead.”
Timed to coincide with the start of the golfing season, the Nairn Golf Festival incorporates a host of activities and events designed to help avid players and beginners alike. With a busy schedule of social fixtures, practical advice and the opportunity to play two of the finest courses in the Highlands, at Nairn and Nairn Dunbar, the Festival is a potent mix of fun, play and tuition.
“We’ve brought together some of the biggest names in golf who, along with a team of experienced golf pros, will provide unparalleled guidance on how to improve your game,” said Asher. “This is an exciting event that will attract golfers to one of Scotland’s great golfing coasts. It’s also the beginning of what will be an exciting year for golf in the Highlands.”
One of the highlights of the festival will be a specially arranged evening with Karl Morris, the mind coach to Open Championship winner Louis Oosthuizen and Ryder Cup hero Graeme McDowell. “It’s been a terrific year, and I’d like to think 2011 will provide even more opportunities, but preparation is key,” said Morris. “Where better to prepare for the year ahead than at Nairn? Come and learn how you can lower your score without changing your swing.”
The Nairn Golf Festival will take place between the 11th – 15th April. For booking information and a full programme of events, please visit the recently updated website www.nairngolffestival.co.uk.

*Packages vary but typically include two rounds of golf at The Nairn Golf Club, two rounds of golf at Nairn Dunbar Golf Club, use of facilities at both clubs throughout the week, a welcome drinks reception at Golf View Hotel, golf clinics, a golf psychology evening with Dr Karl Morris, a rules night and a final night golf dinner with prominent speakers Eric Davidson and Campbell Elliot.

*Packages are set at £249.

*Top coaching professionals are available all week for lessons to help individuals sharpen up their game.

*Also included in the programme are specialist clinics, club checks and new tech demonstrations offering golfers plenty of opportunities to get the best out of their existing set-up and their hands on the very latest gear.

*Nairn is only 10 minutes from Inverness airport with links all over the UK through Flybe and EasyJet.

*For more information, please visit www.nairngolffestival.co.uk