Southerness Golf Club
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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
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Southerness Golf Club Information & Reviews for 2025
Address: Southerness, Kirkbean, Dumfries and Galloway, DG2 8AZ United Kingdom
Tel: 01387 880677
Website: https://www.southernessgolfclub.com
Golf Club Facilities
Click the following link to find out what facilities are available at Southerness Golf Club and read frequently asked questions.
Times available to visitors are
10 a.m. to 12 and 2 to 4 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.
On Thursday (ladies day) – from 11 to 12 a.m. and 2.30 to 4 p.m.
On Saturdays and Sundays – from 10 to 11.30 a.m. and 2.30 to 4 p.m.
Midweek Guide: £50.00 per round *
Weekend Guide: £60.00 per round *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Tee Time Information
Midweek Guide: £50.00 per round *
Weekend Guide: £60.00 per round *
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Reviews
GOLFSHAKE RATING
4.68
AVERAGE RATING 4.6
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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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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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Nigel 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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Joe 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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Ben 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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Peter/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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Murray 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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Phil 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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William 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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William 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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Robert 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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Southerness Golf Club Facilities & 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.
