Dumfries & Galloway (K to P)

Kirkcudbright Golf Club

Course Description

Situated on the southern edge of the town Kirkcudbright Golf Course was founded in1893 as a nine-hole course on its present site and continued until land was acquired in the 1970’s. In 1978 the layout was redesigned and new holes incorporated to create an 18-hole course and the acquisition of grants and energetic fund raising allowed a new clubhouse to be erected in 1987.

Through the enthusiasm of our members we continue to improve facilities in the clubhouse today and to enhance the golf experience on the course.

The gentle slopes of Kirkcudbright Golf Course reward the golfer with magnificent panoramic views over the Galloway Hills and the Dee Estuary with the natural contours and features of the ground used to ensure that each hole has its own unique feel and challenges. Well placed bunkers and two small ponds ensure that the course can be enjoyed by all levels of golfer testing your skill more than the par 69 (ladies 72) would suggest.

Lagganmore Golf Club

Langholm Golf Club

Course Description

A scenic 9 hole, par 70, course located above the town of Langholm in the Scottish Borders. Founded in 1892, the course has been through several design changes over the years, and now offers a challenging test for golfers of all abillities. No matter which hole you are on, the views are spectacular, none more so than the mountains of the Lake District to the south west.

The course’s signature hole is the short par-4 seventh. At 334-yards, the hole routinely catches the over-adventurous.

Lochmaben Golf Club

Course Description

Famous for its wildlife and picturesque views of the Kirk Loch, Lochmaben Golf Course is a challenging experience for any golfer. The course is one of the best examples of a parkland course in the area, is very well kept and, due to the excellent drainage work the greens staff have put in , golf is available all year round.

Located only 4 miles from the M74, Lochmaben is well within travelling distance from many parts of the country, with Dumfries and Galloway being a fabulous area to visit. Lochmaben Golf Course originally designed by James Braid five times Open Champion – extended to 18 Holes in 1995.

Lockerbie Golf Club

Course Description

Founded in 1889, Lockerbie Golf Club is a very pleasant parkland course with a Par 67.Gents SSS 67 ladies SSS 69.It is on an elevated setting which affords stunning views over the Annandale Valley and south to the Lake District hills. It was designed by the legendary James Braid and in 1986, a further nine holes were added. The course has several hazards including tree lined fairways, a pond and contours contributing to an interesting layout. Lockerbie Golf Club is situated on the east side of Lockerbie, just one mile and 5 minutes from the north and south exits of the M74.

New Galloway Golf Club

Course Description

New Galloway Golf Club is a delightful 9 hole golf course located in South West Scotland. It is a gem among rural courses in Scotland and noted for its superb natural greens and views.

New Galloway Golf Club members are proud of their golf course and feel it is probably the best 9 hole golf course in Scotland.

The course climbs from a traditional clubhouse in a woodland setting up the first two holes to open moor land where golfers may enjoy views of Loch Ken and the surrounding Galloway Hills. It is kept in superb condition and it is noted for its natural greens and fairways. The playing experience is heightened by quality of the turf benefiting from an abundance of bents and fescue type grasses.

The course is generally quiet outside club competitions. It is perfect for visitors to play at a pace they enjoy. The website has pages for each hole with a plan, photos and playing tips. A course planner may also be downloaded.

Newton Stewart Golf Club

Course Description

Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Galloway hills, Newton Stewart offers spectacular scenery to complement this mature, 18-hole parkland course.
The course offers all-year-round golf due to its proximity to the Solway Firth and the Gulf Stream, giving the local climate a mild temperate feel.
The club is renowned for its hospitality and visitors can expect a warm welcome at any time, with facilities to cater for singles or groups.
The course is an 18-hole layout measuring 5,806 yards (par 69), with each hole presenting the golfer with its own challenge.

Park of Tongland Golf Club

Course Description

9 hole golf course

Pines Golf Club at Dumfriesshire

Portpatrick Dunskey Golf Club

Course Description

Situated on the coast in south west Scotland, Portpatrick Dunskey Golf Club is just a short stroll from the picturesque village of Portpatrick and boasts two superbly maintained courses. Overlooking the North Channel to Ireland, Portpatrick Dunskey enjoys a temperate climate due to the Gulf Stream and is playable all year round. The Dunskey 18-hole, and the Dinvin 9-hole courses, which are a mixure of rolling moorland and seaside heath sit around 150 feet above sea level. Both courses offer spectacular views and on clear days the Isle of Man, Mourne Mountains and Mull of Kintyre can be seen.

Powfoot Golf Club

Course Description

Set in breathtaking scenery in Dumfriesshire, South West Scotland, Powfoot Golf Course presents a mixture of both links and parkland golf of the highest standard.

Opened in 1903 and redesigned by the legendary James Braid in 1923, the course offers a superb test of golf with its many challenging holes which are set among whins and rough and has earned Powfoot the tag of ‘one of golf’s best kept secrets’.

Whether you’re a seasoned all-year golfer, regular society member or casual green fee player, Powfoot Golf Club offers friendly, relaxed hospitality to all.