The cover of the book "Jewel in the Glen: Gleneagles, Golf & the Ryder Cup" by Ed Hodge features a scenic golf course at Gleneagles with lush

Jewel in the Glen, Gleneagles, Golf & the Ryder Cup book

Discover the Legacy of Gleneagles and The Ryder Cup: Jewel in the Glen Book Now Available on Amazon.

Excitement is brewing as The Ryder Cup returns to its spiritual home at Gleneagles for its 40th edition. To commemorate this historic event, Ed Hodge’s captivating book, “Jewel in the Glen,” delves into the intertwined tales of The Ryder Cup and the esteemed Gleneagles golfing legacy.

From the inaugural USA v GB match in 1921 to the upcoming spectacle in the iconic hotel’s 90th year, Hodge chronicles the rich history of The Ryder Cup and its profound impact on Gleneagles and Scottish golf. Through exclusive interviews with golfing legends like Gary Player, Tom Watson, and Paul McGinley, as well as icons from other sports and spheres of influence, Hodge unveils the deep-rooted significance of The Ryder Cup to both individuals and communities.

Featuring a foreword by none other than Jack Nicklaus and a hole-by-hole guide by Ryder Cup legend Colin Montgomerie, “Jewel in the Glen” offers a unique perspective on Gleneagles, Scottish golf, and the illustrious history of The Ryder Cup.

Published in association with The Gleneagles Hotel, this book is a must-read for golf enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Dive into the legacy of Gleneagles and The Ryder Cup by purchasing your copy of “Jewel in the Glen” today. 

Tain Golf Club

Situated to the south of Royal Dornoch, Tain is a heathland/links course with spectacular views. Designed originally by Old Tom Morris as a fifteen-hole course in 1890, it was extended to eighteen holes in 1894; eleven Morris holes are still in play today. This is an easy walking course with the river meandering through three of the holes. Always presented in beautiful condition, Tain is a good test of golf, with clever bunkering and natural water hazards. Tain is located 35 miles north of Inverness.

Course info

  • Caddies (Request in advance through Links Golf)

  • Pull Carts

  • Electric Buggies: Only 2 available

  • Practice Facilities: Short game area and putting green

  • Dress Code: Appropriate golf attire.