"Colin Montgomerie has travelled the world as a leading player and also as one of the pre-eminent modern-day course designers."

You learn something new everyday. Monty, one of the pre-eminent modern-day course designers" has discovered a "hidden gem" of golf architecture.

During a visit to Edinburgh last week to promote the Bupa Great Edinburgh Run, Monty popped up to the Braids for the first time in his life and couldn't believe its stunning location high above the Capital.

In the Edinburgh Thistle Golf Club he certainly didn't need to be told about its rich history. "Some famous golfers have played here," he said pointing at a members' honours board bearing the names of former Open champions James Braid and Tommy Armour.

Nothing gets by Monty!