Royal Dornoch Golf Club
4.9
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Royal Dornoch Golf Club, Highlands is a 36 hole course with the 18 hole, par 70 (6711 yard) Championship & 18 hole, par 71 (6265 yard) Struie Course. A private, links golf course established in 1877
36 holes | Par Championship 70; Struie71 | Championship 6711; Struie 6265 yards | Private | Links
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Address: Golf Road, Dornoch, Highlands, IV25 3LW United Kingdom
Tel: 01862 810219 Ext 185
Golf Pro: Andrew Skinner | Tel: 01862 810219 ext 7 or 01862 811924
Website: http://www.royaldornoch.com
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GOLFSHAKE RATING
4.9
AVERAGE RATING 4.6
(based on 45 reviews)
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HIGHLY RATED
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Clive / Bristol rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 15 2015
Fantastic course, not a bad hole on it, and in great condition. The views of the course and surrounding areas are stunning. I've played most of Scotland's top courses and this is the best in my opinion.
Be warned however, it is a difficult course, especially when the wind blows, some of the rough is evil and there's plenty of gorse about to eat up those bad shots. If you're new to the game or a bit wayward, you could easily rack up a massive score and empty your bag of balls.
Although it shouldn't put you off from visiting, the clubhouse isn't great to be honest. It's not comparable with other top venues and although it's reasonably priced and the food is of a good standard, It's too small with too many tables squeezed in to the bar/restaurant. The service is friendly but it can be a little chaotic. When I was there the poor waitresses were running around all over the place and two of them fell over chairs, almost on to their faces. Also on one occasion they completely forgot about our starters and served mains only. There is also no outside seating area.
One other thing if your planning a visit to this area. There are so many good courses in this area, don't waste any time or money playing The Struie course, unless you've already exhausted Brora, Golspie,Tain, the 2 Nairn courses, Moray, Forres and probably a few more.
The Struie is very dissapointing, it probably has 3 or 4 good holes but a lot of them are up and down a flat field with very little definition. The greens aren't as good as The Championship course either.
You must play The Championship course though.
Be warned however, it is a difficult course, especially when the wind blows, some of the rough is evil and there's plenty of gorse about to eat up those bad shots. If you're new to the game or a bit wayward, you could easily rack up a massive score and empty your bag of balls.
Although it shouldn't put you off from visiting, the clubhouse isn't great to be honest. It's not comparable with other top venues and although it's reasonably priced and the food is of a good standard, It's too small with too many tables squeezed in to the bar/restaurant. The service is friendly but it can be a little chaotic. When I was there the poor waitresses were running around all over the place and two of them fell over chairs, almost on to their faces. Also on one occasion they completely forgot about our starters and served mains only. There is also no outside seating area.
One other thing if your planning a visit to this area. There are so many good courses in this area, don't waste any time or money playing The Struie course, unless you've already exhausted Brora, Golspie,Tain, the 2 Nairn courses, Moray, Forres and probably a few more.
The Struie is very dissapointing, it probably has 3 or 4 good holes but a lot of them are up and down a flat field with very little definition. The greens aren't as good as The Championship course either.
You must play The Championship course though.
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Ed C rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 17 2020
Fantastic!!!! Top Links Course
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Ian H rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 25 2014
at least as good as any other top class links course I've played including turnberry and troon. Only down side is a lack of a driving range for non members. Staff really friendly and helpful. Beautiful challenging course and if the wind gets up it gets radically harder
(Round played: May 2014 - Score: 79 Handicap: 9)
(Round played: May 2014 - Score: 79 Handicap: 9)
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Adam B rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 8 2013
Unreal course. Playing is a total bucket list opportunity. Its both challenging and fun. Course is in great shape, bunkers are a challenge and greens were everything but flat. Tough to describe how awesome it is, unless you have been there.
(Round played: Jul 2013 - Score: 119 Handicap: 27.1)
(Round played: Jul 2013 - Score: 119 Handicap: 27.1)
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Simon B rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 27 2011
A real treat to have played on this course. I would rate it in my top 3 of all time. So many memorable holes with interestingly shaped greens. Played in glorious sunshine with little wind, which was probably very fortunate as the weather on such an exposed site could probably play havoc. Expensive treat but I would play again in a heart beat.
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Kevin B rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed May 17 2023
Course in beautiful condition set up for all players to enjoy. As some holes are very long par 4’s these are a real challenge for the average golfer. Great fun to play this iconic course in perfect conditions.
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A Golfer rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 14 2023
The par 3's are some of the best I've ever played. The design of the course offers a great challenge, while also being enjoyable to play. The natural links style of the course add to the beauty of the course. Overall, the quality of this course is outstanding with amazing scenery.
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A Golfer rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 6 2023
Amazing scenery and course which is in great condition.
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A Golfer rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 31 2023
Stunningly beautiful and designed links course. Pure greens and fabulous fairways.
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Neil rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 5 2022
Played a few times great course condition super greens and stunning views of a classic links course
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A Golfer rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 11 2022
Amazing shape
Stunning layout, views and kept in such amazing shape for the middle of November.Reviewer Rating
A Golfer rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 6 2022
Immaculate condition
Immaculate condition, fabulous setting and venerable history.Reviewer Rating
A Golfer rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 6 2022
Whole experience was outstanding
Greens 10/10 Scenery 10/10 The whole experience was outstanding.Reviewer Rating
A Golfer rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 10 2021
Beautiful views
Dornoch has beautiful views with every hole a challenge.Reviewer Rating
Pauline R rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 31 2021
Testing course
A stunning part of the world to play golf in, a real test as when we played weather was wild, still loved the course(Round played: Oct 2021 - Score: 110 Handicap: 29)
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