County laois

With a little help from Rory, Head Pro Gary McNeill runs through the toughest tee shots, the trickiest greens, and the risk and reward shots which may define the Championship

Three stellar estates in Wales and Staffordshire show how careful restoration is always worth the effort

Once a quiet fishing village west of Lisbon, Cascais became an unlikely hive of activity during the Second World War, attracting regal refugees and intelligence operatives in equal measure. Russell Higham investigates its enduring glamour–and its connection to Casino Royale

Wearing its heritage on its sleeve, this medieval castle has lived many lives, including a fortified castle, a Jacobean mansion and a comfortable Victorian family home

Ireland’s Great Outdoors Festival Killarney National Park

■ Distance: 13 miles/21km ■Time: 5-6hours ■Grade: Moderate ...