This challenging course must be included in your itinerary if you’re on a golf tour in Bournemouth.
At a glance
Golf courses
Considered one of the finest courses in Dorset, the 6,300 yard par 72 course comprises a front and back nine of two very different styles
Bulbury Woods (Bulbury Woods Golf Club)
Bulbury Woods Golf Course is rated as one of the best in Dorset and consists of 6,002-yards of tight, tricky, tree-lined fairways that will challenge the best of golfers. An overall enjoyable course with a great clubhouse to meet any golfers needs whether it be a quick drink or a full three-course meal.
18 Holes, Par 72, Yardage 6300. Woodland.
| Hole | White | Yellow | Par | SI | Ladies | Par | SI |
| 1 | 348 | 336 | 4 | 10 | 331 | 4 | 10 |
| 2 | 355 | 345 | 4 | 6 | 320 | 4 | 12 |
| 3 | 371 | 361 | 4 | 2 | 339 | 4 | 6 |
| 4 | 317 | 307 | 4 | 14 | 283 | 4 | 14 |
| 5 | 533 | 508 | 5 | 12 | 440 | 5 | 4 |
| 6 | 149 | 139 | 3 | 18 | 127 | 3 | 18 |
| 7 | 160 | 153 | 3 | 16 | 144 | 3 | 16 |
| 8 | 333 | 323 | 4 | 4 | 315 | 4 | 2 |
| 9 | 479 | 464 | 5 | 8 | 413 | 5 | 8 |
| Out | 3045 | 2936 | 36 | | 2712 | 36 | |
| 10 | 194 | 179 | 3 | 13 | 154 | 3 | 17 |
| 11 | 394 | 391 | 4 | 1 | 387 | 4 | 1 |
| 12 | 177 | 167 | 3 | 7 | 161 | 3 | 15 |
| 13 | 357 | 351 | 4 | 11 | 347 | 4 | 5 |
| 14 | 338 | 331 | 4 | 3 | 311 | 4 | 9 |
| 15 | 351 | 351 | 4 | 5 | 348 | 4 | 3 |
| 16 | 468 | 456 | 5 | 15 | 404 | 5 | 7 |
| 17 | 371 | 368 | 4 | 9 | 364 | 4 | 11 |
| 18 | 307 | 303 | 4 | 17 | 300 | 4 | 13 |
| In | 2957 | 2897 | 35 | | 2776 | 35 | |
| Total | 6002 | 5833 | 71 | | 5488 | 71 | |
Where you can play
Isle of Purbeck Golf Club from £135pp
This magnificent heathland course is consistently ranked among the top 100 courses in the British Isles by Golf World.
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Broadstone Golf Club from £269pp
Founded in 1898 and re-designed in 1914 by Harry Shapland Colt, this superb golf course has been host to many national and regional competitions.
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Ferndown Golf Club from £175pp
Set in the beautiful landscaped Dorset countryside, Ferndown Golf Club has earned the reputation of being a picturesque setting and a fantastic golfing examination.
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Meyrick Park Golf Club from £105pp
Meyrick Park Golf Club offers a great par 69 golf course which measures at 5802 yards. It provides a fair test for all levels of golfer and each round here is complemented by beautiful views across the rolling countryside.
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The Queens Hotel, The Village Hotel and De Vere Royal Bath are great options to stay.
Where you can stay
The Trouville Hotel from £95pp
3 star
The 3* Trouville is located within a short distance of Bournemouth's glorious beaches and town centre.
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The Queens Hotel from £155pp
3 star
The Queens Hotel boasts 109 quality rooms and its ideal location is only 100 yards from miles of glorious golden beaches. It offers a plentiful range of leisure facilities including pool, sauna and gymnasium to compliment your stay, whether a golfer or non golfer.
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Hotel Royale (Formerly Anglo Swiss) from £135pp
3 star
The Hotel Royal is situated in a traquil location on Bournemouth's exclusive and picturesque East Cliff.
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Hinton Firs Hotel from £175pp
3 star
It is renowned for its high level of service and attention to detail, allowing guests to relax in peace and quiet.
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The Britannia Roundhouse from £99pp
3 star
The Roundhouse is just a short walk from East Cliff Beach and Bournemouth’s theatres, clubs, bars, restaurants and coffee shops as well as being beautifully positioned to attack the region's vast array of golf courses.
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The Heathlands Hotel from £89pp
3 star
Heathlands Hotel is located amidst the tall pines and gardens that dominate the East Cliff of Bournemouth.
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De Vere Royal Bath from £135pp
4 star
De Vere Royal Bath overlooks Bournemouth Bay and the Purbeck Hills, and has an excellent reputation for first-class comfort, quality and service
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On the way out the fairways and greens have a very American feel, which provides a wonderful contrast to the more traditional layout of the second nine.
Location
Poole, Dorset (3 miles north west of Poole)
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