Innerleithen Golf Club

I never have great expectations from a 9-hole course, so Innerleithen golf club was a pleasant surprise. It is a lovely location and the greenkeepers are friendly and relaxed. Unfortunately one or two of the members weren't quite the same. There are two downsides to this course - the road and the lack of space. On most of the holes you need to be aware of traffic on the road that cuts through the heart of the course. This affects 6 of the 9 holes. The lack of space is reflected by the proximity of the 2nd and 3rd fairways and the 4th and 9th being very adjacent. This causes play to be slow, but is a little dangerous. Both of these downsides are demonstrated by the worst hole on the course - the 90 yard par 3 5th played directly across the road. Naturally, the clubhouse is not the most impressive around. All this notwithstanding, Innerleithen is in excellent condition, particularly the greens. The best hole is a toss-up between the 3rd and the 6th, although the 6th probably shades it because of the 2nd/3rd fairways issue. Would definitely play it again.