Hole 18 | Tower
A good tee shot is the difference between pain and glory on the last hole. Leave it short of the ridge that runs across the fairway and you are looking for a good strike to find the green in 2. From the top of the ridge you have a semi blind shot from the right side but more open if you land it left.
The favoured tee shot for many is to land over the ridge top and let the ball run down and collect around the reasonably flat area at the bottom of the slope. Depending on the flag position you may need to walk up and take a look to aid direction.
Danger lies at the back and to the right of the green with shrubs and trees all round. Go way too long and you will find that Pond again that features on 16.
|
Tee |
Yards |
Par |
Index |
|
White |
306 |
4 |
16 |
|
Yellow |
288 |
4 |
16 |
|
Red |
284 |
4 |
18 |
Lord Nelson
The final hole at Forres Golf Club takes its name from Nelson’s Tower, a prominent monument visible from the tee on a good day. Built in 1806 by the people of Forres, the tower was erected to commemorate Admiral Lord Nelson’s death and victories, particularly at the Battle of Trafalgar (1805). It was the first monument in the UK to be raised in his honour by public subscription.
Today, Nelson’s Tower is managed and maintained by the Forres Heritage Trust and is open to visitors seasonally. The tower not only offers panoramic views across Moray and the Highlands, but also serves as a lasting symbol of community pride, patriotism, and remembrance — qualities reflected in the name of this memorable finishing hole.
Image from Forres Local