A fantastic parkland course, and well worth adding to any itinerary on a golf break to Scotland.
At a glance
Golf courses
Considered by many as one of the finest public courses in Scotland, the long fairways of this parkland course are flanked by hundreds of tall beech trees and crossed by a winding burn. The course has hosted some top Scottish and European competitions.
Belleisle Golf Course (Belleisle Golf Course)
This parkland course is considered by many as one of the finest public courses in Scotland. Host to some top Scottish and European competitions, the long fairways are flanked by hundreds of tall beach trees and crossed by a winding burn. With only two par 4's under 400 yards and one of the hardest par 3's in Ayrshire, it is a real golfing challenge.
18 Holes, Par 72, Yardage 6477. Parkland.
| Hole | Name | White | Yellow | Par | SI | Ladies | Par | SI |
| 1 | Ridges | 471 | 449 | 5 | 11 | 443 | 5 | 5 |
| 2 | The Gardens | 470 | 455 | 5 | 13 | 441 | 5 | 7 |
| 3 | Bunker Hill | 176 | 144 | 3 | 7 | 125 | 3 | 15 |
| 4 | Braids Bend | 419 | 398 | 4 | 5 | 370 | 4 | 1 |
| 5 | Shanter Way | 409 | 388 | 4 | 3 | 344 | 4 | 3 |
| 6 | The Lang Drap | 429 | 385 | 4 | 1 | 400 | 5 | 12 |
| 7 | The Wee Neat | 155 | 140 | 3 | 17 | 126 | 3 | 17 |
| 8 | The Glade | 334 | 324 | 4 | 15 | 313 | 4 | 13 |
| 9 | Hirplin Hill | 348 | 310 | 4 | 9 | 283 | 4 | 10 |
| Out | 3211 | 2993 | 36 | | 2845 | 37 | |
| 10 | The Clay Biggan | 182 | 170 | 3 | 18 | 154 | 3 | 18 |
| 11 | Rozelle | 430 | 408 | 4 | 8 | 406 | 5 | 9 |
| 12 | The Beeches | 422 | 404 | 4 | 6 | 400 | 5 | 6 |
| 13 | Summerfield | 431 | 423 | 4 | 2 | 415 | 5 | 4 |
| 14 | Tam O'Shanter | 194 | 184 | 3 | 12 | 154 | 3 | 14 |
| 15 | Slaphouse | 480 | 427 | 5 | 16 | 416 | 5 | 11 |
| 16 | Ca'Canny | 405 | 393 | 4 | 4 | 387 | 4 | 2 |
| 17 | Curtecan | 151 | 142 | 3 | 14 | 130 | 3 | 16 |
| 18 | Brown Carrick | 532 | 503 | 5 | 10 | 334 | 4 | 8 |
| In | 3227 | 3054 | 35 | | 2796 | 37 | |
| Total | 6438 | 6047 | 71 | | 5641 | 74 | |
Where you can play
Darley Golf Course
In the same location as Lochgreen, though not as long. Accuracy is the key here, with the renowned Scottish hazards of heather, gorse and whin in abundance.
See The Course
Lochgreen Golf Course from £155pp
One which favours the longer hitters, this is one of three courses in a single location in Troon. A good round of golf that won’t break the bank.
See The Course Accommodation
You can stay at the following hotels: The Gailes Hotel & Restaurant, Parkstone Hotel, Ramada Ayr and The Marine Hotel Troon.
Where you can stay
Ramada Ayr Hotel from £155pp
3 star
A golf break to the stylish 3* Ramada Ayr hotel means that you can be situated in the heart of the Scottish Burns Country and be surrounded by spectacular views of the Scottish coastline whilst having all the amenities that you may need for your stay.
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Parkstone Hotel from £229pp
3 star
Situated on the seafront overlooking the Isle of Arran and the Firth of Clyde, the hotel has great views of the ocean. Try some of the famed local cuisine in the restaurant.
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The Marine Hotel Troon from £399pp
4 star
Set on the eye-catching Ayrshire coast looking out on to the Isle of Arran, this 4* hotel recently underwent a £3.5m refurbishment of all the bedrooms and public areas, and created three new spa rooms in the Bodysense Health and Leisure Club.
See The Venue Did you know?
The course has only two par 4's under 400 yards, as well as one of the hardest par 3's in Ayrshire.
Location
Belleisle, Ayrshire.
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