News and real information about the proposed golf plan for Coul Links, by Embo, near Dornoch.
10/02/2020
https://www.randa.org/News/2020/01/RandA-to-support-RSPB
randa.org The R&A has agreed a new partnership with the RSPB to address wildlife conservation and the management of natural habitats at golf courses throughout the United Kingdom.
To all of our wonderful supporters, Ahead of the meeting next Wednesday here are a few details
The meeting starts at 10am sharp it will probably be a couple of hours.
Buses will leave the Embo community shop car park at 9.00am
And Dornoch square at 9.15am
They will return after the meeting and drop off in the same place
We have had quite a few enquires so Please let us know if you want to take the bus as we can scale up or do a shuttle on the day so don’t worry you will get there
Many thanks and have a great weekend
The Coul Links team
Information regarding accessing the Coul Links site http://bit.ly/ScottishAccessCode
10/10/2018
To all our supporters and friends. The pre-examination hearing of the Coul Links golf course development application will be held at 10am on Wednesday 31 October in the Carnegie Hall, Clashmore, near Dornoch. https://bit.ly/2ya228Q
coullinks.co.uk To all our supporters and friends. The pre-examination hearing of the Coul Links golf course development application will be held at 10am on Wednesday 31 Octobe
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26/09/2018
'It is anticipated that visits to the application site are likely to increase. There is a risk this could lead to adverse impact on nature conservation interests, such as disturbance to plant life or waterfowl during the winter period.' https://bit.ly/2Q7C6B3
coullinks.co.uk To Whom It May Concern, RE. Access to Coul Links As you will be aware, the planning application for the development of an 18-hole golf course, submitted by Coul...
Stuart and Jimmy are because they think it will be positive for the area, local residents and enhance the nature. http://bit.ly/2MQZfqf
Thanks to Stuart Morrison and Jimmy Yuill, our latest Coul Links supporters.
John McMurray from Dornoch thinks the plans for Coul Links are brilliant. http://bit.ly/2KUdZTn
Thank you for your support, what a great testimonial.
Hannah and Dawn are because they both think the project will be great for the area. http://bit.ly/2BrExw7
Duncan Allan from Embo is because he thinks this project will bring Embo into the modern age. http://bit.ly/2BfVyZJ
Thank you to Duncan Allan. We are grateful for the overwhelming local support we continue to receive. ...
24/08/2018
Following the Scottish Ministers’ decision to call in the application for a golf course at Coul Links, developer Todd Warnock said today... http://bit.ly/2LoHeya
coullinks.co.uk Following the Scottish Ministers’ decision to call in the application for a golf course at Coul Links, developer Todd Warnock said today (24 Aug): “Whilst this ...
Andy Stewart, president of Brora Golf Club, explains why he’s http://bit.ly/2vN6IQP
Rona Grigg thinks the Coul Links Project is the best thing that could happen: http://bit.ly/2MQKljS
Rona Grigg's fantastic testimonial for
The site will be carefully maintained through the removal of invasive species, habitat enhancements and close collaboration with Scottish Natural Heritage to ensure that the land is protected at all times.
http://bit.ly/2KWlxVX
The development of the Coul Links golf course is a very progressive, environmentally conscious project. The site will be carefully maintained through the rem...
11/07/2018
Another article on Sand Valley and what it has done for the fortunes of central Wisconsin
https://eu.sheboyganpress.com/story/sports/columnists/gary-damato/2018/06/30/damato-how-sand-valley-golf-resort-transforming-central-wisconsin/737928002/
sheboyganpress.com Sand Valley in the Town of Rome is in just its second full year of operation, but its impact already is being felt in Adams County and throughout the region
03/07/2018
Positive effects from one of Mike Keiser’s projects with half a dozen more to come. https://www.facebook.com/619142915/posts/10155694869727916/
jsonline.com Sand Valley in the Town of Rome is in just its second full year of operation, but its impact already is being felt in Adams County and throughout the region
PLANNING UPDATE
Good Morning to all our supporters and thanks for all your kind wishes on the Golf course gaining approval. We have been asked by a large number of people what the next step is and how they can help.
Here is an explanation of what we expect to happen over the coming weeks:
We anticipate the Highland Council presenting the successfully passed planning application to Government next week.
Once that has happened the Government has 28 days to see if they want to "call in" the project for review, or allow the local democratic judgement to stand.
What does this mean for Coul Links?
If government choose to uphold the Highland Councils decision which was unanimous at the first meeting and had only one opponent at the second, we could start construction this year - that's right, 2018. We would hope to have the course fully open in 2021.
Should the Scottish Government not allow the decision to stand this would delay the project by 18 months at least, meaning no golf would be played at Coul until 2023 or 2024 and no employment created for that very considerable time.
We of course want to avoid this as do the overwhelming number of locals, local businesses and golf clubs that we have spoken too.
How can you help? You can write or email your local MSP asking them not to call this in for many reasons, such as the much needed investment benefits and jobs to Sutherland and the Highlands. We would also have a Coul links land management plan for ever more, something which is not in place at present. Remember we have agreed to manage 100% of the links 93% Nature and 7% Nature and Golf.
Many Thanks for your help and support
The Coul Links Team
26/06/2018
https://www.facebook.com/100002599299025/posts/1731168670313093/
golfadvisor.com Coul Links could eventually impact how golfers travel to Scotland.
We continue to outstrip the opposition on a 6 to 1 basis for supporters. Thank you, after a momentous week – your support clearly makes a big difference.
COUL LINKS PLANS PASSED BY COUNCILLORS
Plans for a world class golf course which will give a major economic stimulus to the north of Scotland have been given the go-ahead after councillors reiterated their overwhelming support for the project today.
The Coul Links development, proposed for a site near Embo in Sutherland, was passed at a special meeting of Highland Council’s North Planning Applications Committee.
At a previous hearing on 5 June councillors spoke in favour of the project but deferred a final decision to allow the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) to comment on a last-minute objection.
However, SEPA maintained its previous position not to object to the application. Scottish Natural Heritage had previously indicated it had withdrawn all but one narrow objection to the plan.
In making their decision, the committee recognised the significant economic benefits the course will bring to east Sutherland and that extensive mitigation measures will be put in place to protect the environment.
Links developer Todd Warnock said after today’s meeting: “After more than three years of thorough consideration of the project, we are excited to win such overwhelming support from the committee.
“The development has been comprehensively and fairly assessed by the two statutory bodies as well as the competent planning authority and we now look forward to bringing to Scotland the economic benefits of such a prestigious golf course.
“This major investment in a relatively remote part of the country has the significant support of local people and we thank them again for their help and encouragement.
“I would also encourage opponents of the golf course to now work with us to make the project a huge success. The evidence is compelling that Coul Links will improve the site ecologically, particularly with regard to bird life, and we will continue to strive to ensure the development progresses with environmental integrity at its heart.
“In summary, its seems there are four conclusions that are undeniable. First, a world class links course near Dornoch would prove economically transformational, perhaps creating the Highlands as the third major golf destination in Scotland.
“Second, Coul Links is an extraordinary site ecologically and our plans will improve it. We will disturb 13.4 hectares of dune habitat, but we will improve 20 hectares and provide a site management plan in perpetuity.
“The people in the community of Embo have spoken confidently with their outstanding support. We are humbled and thankful to be their neighbours and partners.
“Third, after three exhaustive years, virtually everyone in the Highlands wants this project completed. Yes, there are objectors with legitimate concerns, and we respect them but make no doubt the voice of the people has been heard.
“Finally, there is a process by which these decisions are made in a democracy. Statutory bodies with unbiased expertise are empowered to protect our collective interest. Other than a single narrow objection from SNH, they are not opposed.
“The elected competent authority, Highland Council’s planning committee, represent the people. We are humbled, thankful and honoured by their thoughtful deliberation and considered approval today.
“It’s now time to build a golf course.”
Approved! Statement to follow.
21/06/2018
