About

Three-time Open champion Willie Park initially designed the Duddingston Golf Club, which opened way back in 1895, and, over the hundred-some years since, changes to Park's architecture have only enhanced it. John Shade and Bill Biggar extended it in the 1960s and 1970s, adding a new tee to the 12th hole, and bringing it to its current length of 6,525 yards. A parkland golf course that undulates gently - "Duddingston" is Gaelic for "sunny side of the hill" - the course sees meticulous maintenance and offers an excellent test, as the Braid Burn winds through fairways, challenging golfers on several holes.

A round of golf at the Duddingston Golf Club kicks off with muscle on Deer Park, a par-5 hole that measures 495 yards from the white tees. It's just one of four par-5s on the course, the others being the fourth hole, the 489-yard Death or Glory; the monster 537-yard eighth hole, Gates; and the 500-yard 17th, Pond. The final hole is a relative breeze: R.D.B.M. is a par-4 that measures a mere 356 yards.

Holes 18
Par 72
Length 6466 yds
Rating 71.3
Slope 131
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Rentals & Services

Golf Carts Yes - £25 - £35
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Golf Clubs

Practice & Instruction

Driving Range
Teaching Pro
Putting Green

Policies

Walking Allowed
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

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Available Facilities

Clubhouse
Meeting Facilities
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Year Built 1895
Golf Season Year round
Architect(s) Willie Park, Jr.

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Rating Index

4.9
4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 14 reviews
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    4.8
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    4.8
  • Layout
    4.9
  • Friendliness
    5.0
  • Pace
    4.2
  • Amenities
    4.4
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally welcoming staff and a well-maintained layout with stunning views of Arthur's Seat make this course a standout experience. The hilly, challenging design rewards golfers with great value and consistently solid course conditions throughout.
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