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Alexandra Park Dennistoun Glasgow G31 8SE United Kingdom +44 141 556 1294 |
The serious golfer will prefer a greater challenge than Alexandra Park's nine holes can offer, but this public course is very popular amongst novices, occasional players and locals. With a total yardage of 2,800 and par 31, the holes are all quite short (the longest is 350 yards), but it is a great place to work on your irons and pitching. Don't feel disheartened if you lose too many balls playing this course, because the rough is very rough — and local children are famed for running off with any balls you hit out of sight. No booking is required. The clubhouse also offers bar and catering facilities and is available for functions. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Central and challenging course |
Balmore, Torrance Glasgow, Stirlingshire G64 4AW United Kingdom +44 1360 62 0240 |
Balmore is a popular and, considering its central location, relatively tranquil 18-hole course. With a yardage of 5,530 and par 67, it offers a challenge to players of all levels. Those of a novice level may look forward most to the delightful bar and catering facilities available in the clubhouse. The course was designed by James Braid and includes a practice ground. Two holes require playing over walls and a further two require playing across each other so watch out. It is situated approximately six km north of Glasgow so it is only a short trip for a pleasant day out. Green fees are approximately £25 on weekdays and visitors must be accompanied by a member. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sixteen holes in the suburbs |
Thorn Road Bearsden Glasgow G61 4BP United Kingdom +44 141 942 2351 |
A scenic course set in a pleasant Glasgow suburb, Bearsden Golf Club offers an attractive and quite challenging 16-hole course. It is perhaps most noted for its excellent putting greens. The clubhouse is comfortable but modest, although there are plans to expand and modernise it. Parties of more than four people wishing to visit should apply by letter but parties of four or less can simply phone the secretary, preferably 24 hours in advance. No restrictions apply with regard to acceptable visiting days unless competitions are in progress. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beside the park |
Orbiston, Bellshill Glasgow ML4 2RZ United Kingdom +44 1698 74 5124 |
With its sweeping fairways, Bellshill can be a challenging course for players of all handicaps. However, on a pleasant day, this carefully maintained, full 18-hole course in its picturesque surroundings is well worth a visit. A practice ground is made available or you can jump straight into the 6,315 yards, par 69 course. Clubhouse facilities include a bar which serves meals, changing rooms, a golf shop and club, buggy, trolley and motorised cart hire. Green fees are around £30 per day on weekdays and visitors are more than welcome by prior arrangement. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bearsden course |
Glasgow Golf Club Glasgow G61 2TW United Kingdom +44 141 942 1713 |
A good quality 18-hole parkland course in a pleasant suburb, this is nevertheless a slightly more forgiving course than some. However, it is perfectly acceptable to accomplished golfers who will find enough challenges along the course to maintain their interest. It has a yardage of around 6,000 and par 69. Facilities include a restaurant, bar, putting green and professional golf shop offering club, trolley and buggy hire. Non-members wishing to visit must contact the club in advance, be accompanied by a member and have a handicap certificate. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Championship quality |
70 Dumbreck Road Dumbreck Glasgow G41 4SN United Kingdom +44 141 427 1157 www.haggscastlegolfclub.com |
This club boasts a championship course that has played host to the Glasgow Open Golf Tournament. Sandy Lyle, Howard Clark and many of Europe's top tour professionals have enjoyed rounds here and it is thought by many to be the best course in the area with a yardage of 6,426 and par 72. Thought of as a "fair" course, the fairways are well cut and shaped and the greens run fast and true. A practice area and putting green are available. Fees are reasonable and visitors are welcome on weekdays, but should plan well ahead to avoid disappointment. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Blaine Jones |
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Eighteen holes in the south side |
Simshill Road Simshill Glasgow G44 5EN United Kingdom +44 141 633 0377 |
Linn Park Golf Course is situated approximately five miles south of Glasgow city centre. A public course, it is unlikely to be the most challenging you have played, with a yardage of around 5,000 and par 66. However, set deep inside a park, the surroundings are nice and fairly quiet. Visitors are made very welcome although notice of 24 hours is requested. The course is often very busy, but serious delays are rare.A good place in particular for golfers from beginner to intermediate level. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For the more serious golfer |
72 Ayr Road Giffnock Glasgow G46 6SW United Kingdom +44 141 639 4530 |
Whitecraigs is a rather exclusive area on the outskirts of Glasgow and this is reflected in the quality of their 18-hole golf course. It will suit the business traveller who enjoys a challenging round rather than the casual golfer. Those wishing to visit are advised to contact the club as far in advance as possible; a letter of introduction is requested. You will do well to break the par of 70 but if you do, you can reward yourself by relaxing in the beautiful clubhouse restaurant or bar. Review © 2007, Wcities |