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Duns Golf Club
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About
Founded in 1894, Duns Golf Club has gone through many changes in its more than a century of existence, and continues to challenge the locals of Berwickshire as well as traveling golfers.
In 1921, the golf course was moved to its present location at the Hardens. There the course was designed by A.H. Scott, who also had another important job - as Royal Clubmaker to King George V. A nine-hole course until 1997,the course has grown as much in the past decade as it had the previous half-century.
The course plays to 6,298 yards from the back tees, with the women's tees set at 5,475 yards. Subtly rolling fairways give golfers exquisite views of the country side, all leading up to the signature hole - No. 15, which plays to just 107 yards, but from an elevated tee to a two-tiered green with trouble both in front and behind the hole, earning it the nickname "Double Trouble."
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 71 | 6298 yards | 70.9 | 124 |
| Yellow | 70 | 5944 yards | 69.2 | 119 |
| Red (W) | 73 | 5475 yards | 72.4 | 121 |
| Red | 67 | 5475 yards | 66.9 | 116 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White M: 70.9/124 | 400 | 487 | 368 | 171 | 387 | 500 | 163 | 390 | 388 | 3254 | 545 | 390 | 204 | 366 | 326 | 116 | 369 | 195 | 533 | 3044 | 6298 |
| Red W: 72.4/121 | 390 | 403 | 296 | 155 | 342 | 403 | 152 | 358 | 346 | 2845 | 460 | 329 | 151 | 350 | 310 | 103 | 274 | 207 | 446 | 2630 | 5475 |
| Handicap | 9 | 3 | 13 | 15 | 7 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 11 | 12 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 16 | 18 | 4 | 14 | 10 | |||
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap (W) | 9 | 5 | 15 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 8 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 14 | 18 | 6 | 16 | 10 |
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Great course
The course was great and the welcome was warm. The greens were a lot slower than they looked and were in great condition. Each hole provides an interesting challenge. My only complaint would be that I was held up on the last due to children playing on the green so I couldn’t hit my approach shots. Whichever member/visitor who was allowing there children to play on the green with golfers on the course should know better!
Superb
I have played Duns many times over the years, as a 9 then 18 holes. The new part of the course is really coming into its own now. Course was in great nick, sprinklers in use late afternoon- great to see- and good to see dedicated greens staff working beyond 5pm.
Lots of nice features
There was only a coffee machine at the club house as it was very quiet for bookings .I have played the course on numerous occasions and in the past have been very pleased with the welcome we have had from the members and staff will definitely be back later on in the season.
Great course
Like most places a lack of amenities after the round
Wish my golf was as good as this course
Great course that tests all levels of players. Well maintained fairways and greens despite the heatwave that was happening at the time.
Friendly and helpful staff in the spotless clubhouse.
I’d consider joining this club for the above reasons but I also believe membership gains you cheaper access to other courses.
Will definitely play here again and recommend it to anyone.
Excellent value for money, lovely testing layout
Played Duns GC for the first time, the presentation of the course was excellent and a credit to the greens team. Lots of individual holes which framed well from the tee. The greens had lush coverage which led to them running slow and that is my only criticism which can easily be resolved. They may even have been left a little wooly to protect the grass from the dry hot weather.
The lady secretary was both helpful and friendly. Overall I would definitely recommend and will return
Wow - what a wonderful course
Beautiful course with lots of variety, fairways lush and green and nice greens. Some challenging holes and stunning views and playable. Got a great deal and would be more than happy to pay more to return again in the future but felt it was an absolute bargain and would certainly recommend giving it a go…. Do not be put off by it being a great price it’s not because of the quality of the course it’s just a great deal!
People were really friendly and was able to get a great snack after our round was surprised how quiet it was.
Excellent course in great condition
This was booked as a cheap deal on route home from a couple days in Edinburgh and we definitely weren’t disappointed. Well looked after by the club house staff from arriving on site, even though they were ran off their feet due to a competition that was being ran and the groups returning back to the clubhouse.
The course was in great condition with a good layout, resulting in some difficult holes and great views of the cheviots and surrounding area. Will definitely be back and would be willing to pay more than we did for the round.
Excellent Course
One of the best courses we have played.
Amazing course
Amazing course and conditions were brilliant, would definitely be playing again!
Great golf
What a hidden gem, great golf course. Some of the longest par 3's played, superb. Well looked after in the bar with great choice of food.
Fabulous
Absolutely fabulous course. Well kept, varied and challenging. Amazing!
Enjoyable round
Strong winds and heavy rain showers did not spoil the enjoyment of my round at Duns.
Friendly staff in the well appointed clubhouse, a challenging but relatively forgiving course with a great variety of holes and features around the course.
Overall, very enjoyable. Would recommend and would play again.
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