DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY - GOLF
Perched above the lovely Solway coastline, suited well to the natural coastal terrain, this course is open year round and offers fun and challenge for golfers of all abilities. There is a six-bay covered driving range, a 9-hole course as well as an impressive 18-hole Championship course. The views from the 8th tee are particularly impressive, overlooking a sea inlet, and demanding incredible accuracy!
Borgue, Nr Kirkcudbright, Dumfries & Galloway, DG6 4TS
Located close to the center of Castle Douglas, a small market suburb of Dumfries & Galloway, this attractive course is tree lined and laid out in a very straightforward manner. It is particularly suited to junior level players with a fair rough and some very interesting holes. Advanced booking is suggested particularly for weekends.
Abercromby Road, Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway, DG7 1BA
Colvend is widely regarded as `Scotland`s friendliest club,` a beautiful parkland course situated on the Solway coastline in an area called the Scottish Riviera. The course was designed by renowned architect Willie Fernie in 1905 with an enjoyable variety of difficulty and an air of quirkiness about it. Spectacular cliff top views to the Cumbrian Fells and Isle of Mann, native trees, wildlife visitors, and excellent facilities make Colvend a perpetual favorite.
Sandyhills, Dalbeattie, Dumfries And Galloway, DG5 4PY
A pleasant 9-hole, tree lines parkland course, of varying difficulty is found in the heart of Dumfries. The club has lovely views of the city and the River Nith and offers an excellent value for its cost. Golfers of all abilities enjoy the course; always well maintained, the course has clear visibility of all holes, though some appear deceptively simple! The club features a welcoming clubhouse and excellent restaurant!
Bankend Road, Dumfries, Dumfries And Galloway, DG1 4TH
The lovely rolling countryside of Dumfries & Galloway provides conditioned golfers with a challenging 18 hole course. The club is laid out on a pleasant parkland with mature trees and reasonably flat greenlands, which is always kept in immaculate condition. Each year the Sutherland Chalice is hosted here, open to amateurs with a handicap of 4 or less. Additionally, the club offers a thriving juniors section with coaching available through the Pro Shop. Advance booking is highly recommended for weekends and the summer months.
Laurieston Avenue, Dumfries, Dumfriesshire, DG2 7NY
Situated alongside the River Annan in a stunning countryside setting, surrounded by mature trees and bushes, this 9-hole course is perfect for all abilities. In addition to golf, the club offers a wide variety of activities from tennis to fishing and country walks. The popular Hoddom Castle Caravan is a short 2-minute jaunt from the course. The Caravan is a beautifully kept 5 star park.
Hoddom, Lockerbie, Dumfries And Galloway, DG11 1AS
Kirkcudbright Golf Club offers panoramic views over Kirkcudbright (known as the Artists Town), its harbor, and the Dee Estuary from its 18-hole parkland course. The course is exceptionally accessible, a long undulating course with lovely wide fairways. Distance control and accuracy are of the utmost importance when playing here as the course covers more acreage than any other in Dumfries & Galloway and the shots are rarely as straightforward as they seem! A round here is a rewarding experience.
Stirling Crescent, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4EZ
Lochmaben is as famous for its picturesque setting and historical connections as it is for its course! The scant remains of Robert the Bruce`s castle is nearby and visible from the 3rd hole. There are several challenging par three holes among the well presented, superbly designed greens.
Castlehill Gate, Lochmaben, Dumfries & Galloway, DG11 1NT
Founded in 1889 Lockerbie was originally a 9-hole course, designed by legendary James Braid, however the course was expanded with an additional 9 holes within the next century. The parkland style course provides a tough but fair challenge for golfers of all abilities with beautiful views over the Annandale Valley, the Solway, and beyond to the Lake District. Interesting water features and natural contours can make the tree lined course a bit difficult to navigate at times, but in all offers a rewarding experience.
Corrie Road, Lockerbie, Dumfries And Galloway, DG11 2ND
New Galloway features one of the most scenic courses in all Scotland, with incomparable views over Loch Ken and towards the Galloway Hills from its varied landscape. The course begins flat in a woodland setting and ascends up to open moorland, with frequent wildlife visitors from red deer to wild hares and red squirrels. The course invites flexible playing with open fairways, stone hazards, and some of the finest greens in the area.
High Street, New Galloway, Castle Douglas, Dumfries And Galloway, DG7 3RN
Portpatrick is the most complete golf facility in the area, including a championship level Dunskey course, and a range of practice facilities. Founded in 1903 this spectacular course has commanding views of the Irish Sea, Northern Ireland, the Isle of Mann, and Mull of Kintyre. The gulf stream helps to retain a fairly warm climate for enjoyable playing conditions year round.
Golf Course Road, Portpatrick, Stranraer, Wigtownshire, DG9 8TB
This renowned course, designed by McKenzie Ross, is Dumfries & Galloway`s flagship links course. The idyllic location encompasses views of the Solway, Galloway Hills, and the Lake District as players idle along the level terrain. Due to its regulation layout there is a feeling of remoteness, whereby players are seldom aware of others on the course. The course hosts several leading tournaments throughout the year. The 12th hole is the signature shot, with a beautiful view of the sea and the sandy beaches.
Southerness, Kirkbean, Dumfries, Dumfries And Galloway, DG2 8AZ
Set on the scenic shores of Luce Bay, Wigtownshire is level, easily walked course, a favorite course of vacationers. The course provides an exceptionally warm welcome and the sea breeze brings a true challenge for experienced and beginning golfers. With excellent facilities, equipment, and reasonable membership fees it is easy to see why this is a must play course for lovers of the game.
Mains of Park, Glenluce, Newton Stewart, DG8 0NN