We're joined this week by one of Scotland's most respected and renowned golf journalists, Martin Dempster.
We take a dive into Martin's new book, The Art of Scottish Golf, and discuss all things golf in Scotland. Martin chats of his fondness of some of the golf courses not usually found on the typical bucket list.
We hope you enjoy.
Read MoreIn episode 20, we sit down with Neil Hampton, General Manager of Royal Dornoch. In this fascinating conversation, Neil shares his insights on the club’s two exceptional courses, exciting future developments, and the charm of Dornoch itself. Plus, we explore the wider Scottish Highlands and what makes this region so special for golfers.
Read MoreDavid Harris, founder and director of Bonnie Wee Golf, organises exclusive luxury golf trips to top courses in Scotland and Ireland. Growing up playing and caddying at Royal Aberdeen, David's passion for golf and Scotland's rich golfing heritage inspired him to create Bonnie Wee Golf.
Read MoreIt's been a bit of a hiatus but we're back with a new season of The 1457 Podcast. Bringing you plenty of insight on where to play, stay and travel in Scotland Where Golf Began.
Enjoy, it's great to be back.
Read MoreEp.17. Heading into the back 9 of Scotland's ultimate 18 and we had some excellent opinions across social media. Let's here the decision on the final 9 in this weeks podcast.
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Ep.16. Time to find out Scotland's ultimate front 9. We asked you across social media to give your thoughts on the best holes in Scotland. Have a listen, did we get it right?
Read MoreEp.15. We kick things off with our introduction to Scotland's Ultimate 18. Over the next few weeks across social media we will be looking for your input as we put together our, and your, ultimate 18 holes in Scotland. Be sure to comment and engage across social platforms with the hashtag #scotlands18
Read MoreEp.14. we are joined by Andy Grow who in 2022 planned a golf trip to Scotland from the US using only public transport (and the odd taxi) along with his hickories. We caught up woth him to hear all the tales from this epic golf trip.
Read MoreEp.13 we are joined by Sam Cooper who over the last few years went on a remarkable journey to play every links course in England, Scotland and Wales. Alongside his wife Harriet and dog's Winnie & Watson, they travelled North, South, East and West in their bespoke camper van on what would become one of golf's great stories.
Read MoreEp.12. We have a brilliant episode for you this week as we chat golf in Scotland with Rich Beem and Andrew Coltart. We hear about some great stories from their commentary along with some of their favourite places to play golf in Scotland.
Read MoreEp.11. Author of "Monarch of the Green" and "The Long Golden Afternoon." Golf Historian, devotee of golf writing, and honorary life member of Askernish Golf Club. We caught up with Stephen Proctor not long after he completed The Old Tom Morris Golf Trail. Taking in 18 courses throughout Scotland as he walked in the footsteps of the great man of golf.
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In Ep.10 we explore two of Scotland's, if not the world's, toughest tests. Celebrating the 150th Open Championship we take a look at Scotland's past and present Open venues. In this episode the guys dive into the test that these two prestigious courses provide.
Read MoreIn Ep.9 we visit one of the world's greatest golf courses, and the world's oldest continuously played golf course. Both have a wealthy past when it comes to The Open.
Read MoreIn Ep.8 we head to the home of golf to find out just why the old town is the most famous golf destination in the world.
Read MoreIn Ep.7 we visit four time Open championship venue and one of the worlds top ranked golf courses, the Ailsa at Turnberry.
Read MoreIn Ep.6 we caught up with Ken Goodwin the secretary at Prestwick Golf Club and discussed the origins of the Open and Prestwick’s place in golf history.
Read MoreIn Ep.5 we dive into Scotland’s newest courses and find out what they have to offer for the visiting golfer.
Read MoreThis short coffee break episode discusses 9 hole and honesty box golf and some of the lesser known courses across Scotland.
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