The proposed MachairWind development by Iberdrola is an industrial development on a scale never before seen in the Inner Hebrides. It threatens to desecrate and destroy some of Scotland's most iconic cultural and ecological places... scottishbeacon.com/news/opin…

Three years since his last appearance on the pod, @JimHHartsell rejoins us to discuss his new book, 'A Round of Scottish Courses', which celebrates 18 of Jim’s most beloved, but often less celebrated, courses. The likes of Aberfoyle may not be on too many bucket lists, places such as Iona and Harris require some serious commitment to reach, while bigger names like Cruden Bay and Prestwick quite rightly hold a special place in Jim’s heart. 🎧 apple.co/4dHYX3X

Tucked away in Gullane’s main street, a small, white vintage sign rocks gently in the breeze above a distinctive wooden door. The large window seems to unearth an Aladdin’s Cave of antiquity that is spilling out from the inside of the shop. All types of mashies, niblicks, putters, drivers and persimmons purposefully laid out to catch the eye of passing golfers. Boris Lietzow is a man who embraces golf, and in particular the specialism of hickory. thelinksdiary.com/copy-of-po…

@CalMac_Updates it’s 4:20pm on Wednesday and you haven’t yet deigned to tell us what ferries you plan on running to mull from Thursday-Sunday. On the app it looks like there aren’t any. Whatever boats you have, put the sailings up, otherwise it looks like the whole place is shut.

CalMac chaos is entirely political trib.al/lMxeRcv

The Links Diary No.14 sets out in search of the game’s soul — and finds it everywhere. A nine-hole gem in the Highlands stands as a living tribute to golf’s ancient roots. Old friends reunite, ferries are boarded, and a road trip unfolds towards a place of quiet wonder. Across Scotland, the wee clubhouses reveal their timeless magic — each one shaped by its own genius loci. On the Himalayas putting green, the Ladies of St Andrews gather for their final medal, sharing laughter, memories, and the simple joy of playing together. Find your favourite nook, sink in, and wander through the tales waiting within its pages. Available now - thelinksdiary.com/product-pa…

Iona GC, and Captain @FinMacD, are featured in A Round of Scottish Courses 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Preorder now at back9press.com. Ships in March 📚

Iona Golf Course is one of the most unique courses in the world. Set on a small island off Scotland’s west coast, reaching it is part of the adventure: two ferries, a drive across Mull—one of the country’s most beautiful landscapes—and a final mile on foot, as there are no cars here beyond those of the locals. The course itself is a natural wonder, raw and wild. Just twelve members belong to the Honourable Company of Iona Golfers, including Finlay, who joins us in this episode, alongside our good friend Jim Hartsell, to tell its remarkable story. We hope you enjoy. Available wherever you listen to your podcast or with link below. thelinksdiary.com/podcast-ep…

Golf at the edge of the world - Ep.3 of The Links Diary Podcast from the raw, wild and beautiful island of Iona. Tune in on Wednesday from wherever you listen to your podcasts.