A £55m golf course and youth academy development is planned for Angus.

The development will feature an 18-hole course, a five-star hotel with a spa and new homes at Wellbank.

The plans have been proposed by entrepreneur Mike Forbes, who runs the Kingennie country resort, and are backed by Ryder Cup winner Darren Clarke.

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Gold Youth Academy would be fronted by Rudy Duran who coached Tiger Woods.

Speaking to BBC Scotland Mr Clarke said: "It struck me that the land surrounding the resort had the ideal topography for an amazing golf course capable of offering professionals and amateurs alike a real challenge.

"I am very excited about being involved in this project, my first signature course in Scotland, which would make sure that golf tourism opportunities extend beyond adjacent Carnoustie and St Andrews."

Plans can be viewed by the public on Friday 6 March from 4-5pm at Wellbank Hall.

The final decision will rest with Planning officials in Angus.

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