Big changes at Spain’s La Quinta

Leading golf course management company Troon Golf has announced that La Quinta Golf & Country Club is committing significant resource and investment to further improve one of Europe’s most popular golf destinations.

Regarded by many as one of the most enjoyable spots for golf, La Quinta has announced strategic redesigns of key holes and renovation plans for the irrigation system.

The host to the Benahavis Senior Masters, this year won by multiple tour winner Carl Mason, is situated in the heart of the Marbella Golf Valley, only 5 minutes away from Puerto Banus. T

The announcement of the “Plan de Adaptacion”, will see the Championship venue embrace a new decree recently set out by Junta de Andalucía. This requires golf clubs to review all aspects of the management of their course, in particular, environmental efficiency of water use and safety standards.

“This is a considerable investment and demonstrates the confidence and commitment of the Board to further establish La Quinta as one of the very best facilities in the region and Europe,” commented Scott Evans, Director General of La Quinta Golf & Country Club.

Two new par 3´s are being constructed and with work well under way the team at La Quinta are optimistic about presenting an altogether more challenging and fulfilling layout.

The new irrigation system will allow a more efficient use of water and the ability to water greens and fairways independently.

In addition, a planting programme to include many indigenous plants will reduce water requirements in non-playing areas and add further character to the course. The original layout, designed by Manuel Pinero, is part of a 27 hole complex.

Pinero commented: “La Quinta is my home and very dear to my heart; I’m delighted to see all the improvements and certain the new layout and playability of the course will be much enjoyed by all the members and visitors alike.”