Heiton, Nr. Kelso, Roxburghshire.

The Duke of Roxburghe, an avid golfer, commissioned Dave Thomas to build this challenging course on his estate which was opened in 1997. The result of Thomas's design bears his distinct hallmark of deep challenging bunkers and large rolling greens. The wide fairways follow the natural contours of the land, making full use of the various changes in elevations. The signature "Viaduct" hole is an elevated tee commanding views of the River Teviot that hug the left of the fairway with an imposing viaduct in the background. The heart of the course are the par threes, play those well and you'll likely make a good score as three of them are around the 190 yards mark. Because of water hazards on two and bunkering on the third, the ball has to be long, high and straight to have any chance of reaching the putting surface in regulation. When Colin Montgomerie opened the course with Nick Faldo, he commented "I was impressed with the design and the quality of The Roxburghe. The Greens were immaculate and the course picturesque, a pleasure to play for professional and amateur alike".

The Roxburghe Hotel, recognised as one of the most relaxed and friendly hotels in Scotland with 22 luxury bedrooms. many of which have been individually designed by the Duchess herself who is a designer in her own right. The rooms comprise of a mixture of double, twin and single beds, including four poster rooms and suites, and like the spacious reception rooms they are furnished with care and elegance. Two of the rooms have real log fires. Each room ensures every guest has fluffy white bathrobes and slippers, complimentary mineral water and a daily newspaper. There are 16 rooms situated in the Main House and 6 rooms in the Courtyard situated directly adjacent to the Main House. Apart from enjoying the luxury accommodation, guests of The Roxburghe Hotel can enjoy our relaxing public rooms and beauty treatments as well as a vast range of sporting and leisure activities.