The facility, which was developed by Ashfield Land and opened late last year, offers a multitude of high-tech golf games, food and drink services, and event spaces including meeting rooms.

Before its opening, Topgolf collaborated with local partners such as Clyde Gateway, South Lanarkshire Council, Skills Development Scotland, Routes to Work South, and Job Centre Plus to ensure the venture would provide local jobs and opportunities for regional suppliers.

A segment of the new roles was specifically reserved for individuals aged 16-17 as a measure to counteract youth unemployment in the region. To date, the collaboration has reached out to more than 100 jobless individuals in South Lanarkshire.

A key part of the partnership’s remit was to ensure that local suppliers were identified and supported as much as possible, with 30 local businesses attending a bespoke “meet the buyer” event.

Niki Spence, head of sustainable communities at Clyde Gateway, said: “Clyde Gateway and partners have been working hard to secure local jobs at Topgolf and we are so excited to see the venue now up and running, providing recreation and job opportunities for local people in Rutherglen and further afield.

“We are delighted that so many Rutherglen and Clyde Gateway residents have gained employment with such a fantastic international company and look forward to continuing our partnership with Topgolf for years to come”.

Simon Green, director of operations at Topgolf Glasgow, said: “Topgolf is Glasgow’s premier entertainment venue, and we have a brilliant team made up primarily of local people.

“We are proud that we have created over 300 jobs and are working with a number of local suppliers to support the local economy.

“Topgolf is for everyone — no matter your golfing ability — and it’s great to see so many people enjoy what we have to offer since opening.”

Alastair Gillen, growth and inward investment manager at Skills Development Scotland, added: “Working with Clyde Gateway and partners, Skills Development Scotland have supported Topgolf in engaging and benefitting from a wide range of skills support across the region aligned to the company’s needs.

“This has resulted in developing relationships with schools, skills specialists and apprenticeship providers that will ensure high quality training opportunities for Topgolf’s current and future workforce.”

Stephen Barr, chief executive at Routes to Work South, said: “Topgolf brought a wide range of opportunities to the local area and it was a pleasure to support them with their recruitment. It has been fantastic to see so many of our clients secure employment as a result of the partnership.”