Southerness Golf Club
Course Information
Southerness Golf Club, Dumfries and Galloway is an 18 hole, par 69 (6566 yard), private, links golf course designed by Philip MacKenzie-Ross in 1947.
18 holes | Par 69 | 6566 yards | Private | Links
Southerness Golf Club Information
Golf Club Overview
Address: Southerness, Kirkbean, Dumfries and Galloway, DG2 8AZ United Kingdom
Tel: 01387 880677
Website: https://www.southernessgolfclub.com
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Southerness Reviews
Discover what golfers are saying about the course, facilities, and overall experience at Southerness Golf Club. Explore detailed insights on the golf course, including course conditions, value for money, and pace of play from the latest reviews and feedback in 2025. The Golfshake independent reviews also cover important factors like facilities & service, hospitality, practice facilities, and food & drink. Access the latest, unbiased reviews to help you make an informed decision about your next round at Southerness Golf Club.
GOLFSHAKE RATING
4.63
AVERAGE RATING 4.6
(based on 36 reviews)
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4 star
8
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HIGHLY RATED
100%
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What the club says: McKenzie Ross's brilliant design has been complemented by an excellent Head Greenkeeper and staff, who have now had a settled period of several years together which has brought the course into tip top condition. This has been recognised by "Golf Monthly", who have included Southerness in their list of top 100 courses in Britain and Ireland each year since 1990.
This is a true Championship Links course, measuring 6728 yards from the white (Championship) tees, 6566 from the white tees, 6110 from the yellow tees and 5622 from the red tees.
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The golf courses reviews are the personal opinions of members of Golfshake who completed a review after playing the course. These opinions do not necessarily represent the views of Golfshake.com
Marcus R rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed May 3 2025
The course was in really good condition. Fairways were in good condition, greens were fast but tricky
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Robert W rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 23 2024
Delightful Dumfries Links
Super course and a real coastal treat. A flat (ish) links which meanders away from the coast for first few holes (around a cow field) but then routes back to a fabulous 12th hole which has one of the best views you will ever encounter. A tough finish if the wind is coming off the Solway coast from 14-17 especially with the more accessible par 5 18th back to the clubhouse providing a little reward for resilience on the back 9. Go and enjoy it like we did on a calm July evening. £60 tee off for visitors, easily got round in daylight from a 550pm tee off.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreNigel Furniss rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 2 2024
Outstanding
Southerness is one of the best links courses in the British Isles, Ben&phils review whilst positive, doesn’t go far enough to explain what a quality layout this course is. It is up there with best in Scotland&GB&I without a doubt. A MUST visit for links loversReviewer Rating
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Show moreJoe Spark/teesside rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 30 2024
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We played Southerness in a texas scramble comp recently if we'd walked in the firth we couldn't get any wetter so couldn't really review the course other than I'd love to play it again in dryer conditions,if it's allowed I would recommend the Birchtree hotel in nearby Dalmeadie if you're looking for accommodation when playing southerness.Reviewer Rating
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Phil Eadsforth rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 1 2024
Fantastic course in great condition. Definitely consider this place a hidden gem. We played on a relatively calm day weather wise and was tricky. We the wind blows this place would be a brute of a course but very enjoyable all the same. Friendly welcome from the pro's and members alike which is to their credit
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Show moreBen Adams rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 24 2024
True Links Challenge
Tucked away from major conurbations this is a fantastic true golf links with all the challenges that come with it (long rough, firm ground, variable weather, etc). It’s a great links and a perfect place to experience the origins of golf. The ground is firm and the fairways clipped short so you’ll need to ’nip’ it off the surface, and if you do you will be rewarded. Southerness was very well presented with no gimmicks or fuss but a fantastically warm welcome from the staff and also the members who were teeing off before us. We played on a relatively calm day but we did get the full experience with gusty winds and short bursts of rain coming off the low mountain clouds. The greens were a pleasure to putt on and the bunkers were a treat too. If you’re up for playing links golf I’d highly recommend Southerness.Reviewer Rating
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Show morePeter/Ashford rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 22 2024
Relentless
Maybe lacks the character and variety of some other links but this is a tough, relentless, quality test of golf. Very warm welcome at the club and one to tick off your list if in the area.Reviewer Rating
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A Golfer rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 21 2024
Brilliant layout and scenery on a traditional links course which is always in great condition with some interesting holes
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A Golfer rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 21 2024
The course has been opened up with many bushes and trees removed allowing more sea views. The greens are also excellent all year round.
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George Hamilton rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 5 2024
Played this course with 7 pals in mid May we were made so welcome catering was great course and location fantastic If you are coming to Scotland to play golf don't miss it
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Show moreMurray Strachan rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 21 2023
Exceptional Condition for December
I played Southerness in early December having wanted to play the course for years but just not having the chance. It didnt disappoint with excellent routing and outstanding condition for the time of year. Some fabulous holes (13th was a particular favourite). Will definitely return in the summer.Reviewer Rating
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Show morePhil L rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 22 2023
Lovely classic links
Played here as a one ball, on a Wednesday morning. Met two members, one lady and one gent, who talked me through the way to go and explained anything I needed answering. The course has the classic links look with revetted faced bunkers and gorse and heather. The greens were true and putted very well. The course has five par 3s, ranging in length from 150 yds. to 200 yds., which test all clubs in the bag. The fairways are not too tight, but there is gorse and heather to protect the old girl. All members of staff were pleasant and very helpful.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreWilliam Scott rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 22 2023
Southerness Championship Links.
Absulute hidden gem, go and putt on the best greens surfaces in Scotland and possibly the UK, full fescue grass, Highest medal tees stroke rating in Scotland but very fair and picturesque with gorgeous views over the Galloway hills and the Solway Firth. Home of the Scottish Amateur match play and Scottish Amateur Stoke Play Championships every 10 years. Weekend and mid-week green fees under £100. Designed by Philip McKenzie Ross of Turnberry fame and the only Championship Links built in the second half of the 20th century in Britain. Can be a bit windy off the Solway on occasion but very mild climate off the Gulf Stream running along the Solway and rairly closed for frost.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreWilliam Scott rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 13 2022
Superb in all areas
Superb fescue greens, course never closed by Frost as gulf streem flows past up Solway. Highest slope rating in Scottish golf.Mckenzie Ross masterpiece on th Solway. Par 69 old SS score 74..Reviewer Rating
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Show moreRobert darvill Oxfordsire rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 27 2022
Played Southerness on a very windy day what a challenge!! however what a great links course all aspects of the course were excellent and very well maintained rewarded a good shot with lots of trouble for a wayward ones .All members of staff were very welcoming making a fantastic day out
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Show moreHamilton rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 15 2021
Wonderfull golf course. CIassic links from Philip Mckenzie Ross of Turnberry and Castletown fame. Fescue greens of the very highest standard and the best I've played with the possible exception of County Lough.
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Show morePhilip rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 18 2021
Classic Links
We played this course in early October 2021. A classic links course. Very flat, lots of gorse and other impenetrable bushes. Wonderful greens. Great layout. I would say that this is one of the best golf courses I have ever played, and a “must play” for any serious golfer.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreSteven K rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 18 2021
Worth the trip
Played at Southerness for the first time and what a treat it was. Yes, it is off the beaten track, but so worth the drive. Fortunately we had blue skies & no wind, so a rare treat there apparently. Stunning views, course in immaculate condition, challenging par 3s and overall a very enjoyable round. Food, drink and general reception in the pro shop/club house also first class.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreRobert M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 14 2021
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Terry S rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 25 2020
Truly links golf at its best
A truly proper links course, fantastic layout, very well maintained, excellent shop and clubhouse. Friendly staff and good value for money. A great experience to play and enjoy all this picturesque area can offer whilst you do so.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreJames D rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 16 2020
Great course - Great to be back
Played this with my dad on a lovey summers day with very little wind (which is not normal) I just love this course as I have played it a few times now. Links golf is so much better than my course in Leeds, greens are great, fairways are a real test to hit and views are unreal(Round played: Sep 2020 - Score: 85 Handicap: 15.4)
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Show moreIain M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 13 2019
Great links
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Show moreTerry S rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 19 2019
Typical Scottish links
A typical and beautiful Scottish links set on the coastline. Tricky tight holes with some narrow fairways and tough par 3's. Exceptional shop, clubhouse and facilities. Food and hospitality also very good. A brilliant find and a must play if in the vicinity.(Round played: Sep 2019 - Score: 105 Handicap: 17.2)
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Show moreTim Y rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 20 2019
Wonderful course & club
Played on a relatively calm day for the most part. Beautiful setting and a great place to play golf. Quite easy to get to from nearby Dumfries. Course was in fantastic condition with plenty of run, hitting irons off most tees which helped to keep the ball in play. Hole 12 was the obvious highlight but there wasn't a bad hole on the course. Welcome was incredibly friendly and the food in the clubhouse was lovely. There were quite a few groups on but the pace of play was perfect. Would definitely play again next time I'm back in Scotland(Round played: May 2019 - Score: 85 Handicap: 18.5)
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Show moreTerry S rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 10 2018
Fantastic Scottish links
A fantastic Scottish links set by a beautiful coastline. Very picturesque and a pleasure to play. Some tight holes with plenty of Scottish heather to catch that wayward shot. Beautiful scenery, excellent clubhouse and shop. Practice facilities very good. Staff welcoming and food quality excellent. A definite return to venue. Loved every minute.(Round played: Sep 2018 - Score: 94 Handicap: 18.7)
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Show moreGlasgow rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 31 2018
Hidden gem
Not the easiest course to get to but wow...it is worth the drive!I found this a great mixture of holes. Short par 3's, long par 3's, short par 5's and long par 4's. Every hole offered a different challenge and was in excellent condition for the time of year.
Friendly clubhouse staff and really good food at the end of the round. I was surprised to find that I enjoyed playing Southerness far more than some more heralded courses I have played. I will return!
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Show moreDuncan S rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 7 2017
One of my favourite courses and in great condition. Great welcome and the food and service in the clubhouse is excellent. Unf, we played in driving rain and high winds today which was disappointing.
(Round played: Jun 2017 - Score: 87 Handicap: )
(Round played: Jun 2017 - Score: 87 Handicap: )
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Show moreIain M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 22 2016
A great seaside links course with stunning views and a great layout.
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Show moreDuncan S rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 12 2016
Greens not in the best condition but the course was enjoyable as always. Great food and hospitality in the Clubhouse.
(Round played: Jun 2016 - Score: 77 Handicap: 4.8)
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Show moreDuncan S rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 14 2015
Another cracking day of weather and the course was in excellent condition. Playing very difficult with an easterly wind.
(Round played: Jun 2015 - Score: 91 Handicap: 5)
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Southerness Golf Club Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Southerness Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of a driving range at this venue.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Southerness Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Southerness Golf Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Southerness Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf pro shop which you can access prior to your round of golf or visit to the golf club.
Are there changing facilities at Southerness Golf Club?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Southerness Golf Club.
No, we are unaware of being able to hire buggies here.
Can you hire golf clubs at Southerness Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of being able to hire golf clubs here.
Is there a bar at Southerness Golf Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Southerness Golf Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Southerness Golf Club
Is there accommodation at Southerness Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Southerness Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of any function rooms being available.
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