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Golf -- North of Perth is one of Scotland's acclaimed golf links, the 18-hole Blairgowrie, Golf Course Road, Rosemont, Blairgowrie (tel. 01250/872-622), which includes 6,229 yards of playing area with a par of 72. This is a challenging course, which has a rolling, wild layout of pine, birch, and fir; you might even spot a deer or two grazing on the course. The greens fees are £25 to £65 ($48-$124) for one round, £60 to £80 ($114-$152) for the day, with even higher rates on weekends. There's a pro shop where you can rent clubs and trolleys; caddy service is £24 ($46), plus tip.