Minto Golf Club

Played Minto golf course on 5th April, 5th of 10 under the Freedom of the Fairways Pass - found relatively easily except last section up the back lanes. Magnificant setting, obviously part of former large estate grounds - mature landscaping which the course fits like a glove. Start delayed as groundsman wanted to check greens for frost. Bitterly cold but bright morning with very strong wind. Quite a group of members gathered by the time of the all-clear, so front nine was a little busy. The Minto course is in three parts either side of a hill upon which the well appointed clubhouse sits. Excellent views and a walk not too spoilt although the wind defeated me regularly. Firmer ground would have given that extra 20+yds of bounce on to turn 6 into 5 on par 4`s. Still very satisfied with 6 pars particularly the long haul up the hill of the par 5 5th (Hoggie`s Leap - there must be a story for the telling!?). The course was still being prepared for the new season - a lot of greens being dressed but overall it was immaculate again the sort of club I would consider joining if I lived up here.