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4.8
80 Reviews (80)
5 Stars
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1 Stars
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Conditions
4.6
Value
4.9
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.3
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.7
98.2%
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79 out of 80 reviews
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4.5
2 Reviews (2)
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1
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Conditions
4.5
Value
5.0
Layout
5.0
Pace
4.0
Amenities
5.0
StaffFriendliness
5.0
100.0%
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2 out of 2 reviews
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4.9
8 Reviews (8)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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Conditions
4.8
Value
5.0
Layout
5.0
Pace
4.8
Amenities
4.9
StaffFriendliness
4.3
100.0%
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8 out of 8 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type
Style Parkland
Par 70
Length 6308 yards
Slope 132
Rating 72.2

Stranraer Golf Club, located in southwest Scotland on the shores of Loch Ryan, is set on gently undulating ground. The parkland course affords exceptional views over the loch to Ailsa Craig, the Isle of Arran and beyond.

Holes to look out for include three par-4s: the third, fifth and 11th holes. On the 403-yard third, a winding burn is crossed three times to reach a green set between a large bunker on the left and a steep bank sloping toward the burn on the right. The 382-yard fifth starts from an elevated tee down to a tight, sloping fairway set between a densely gorsed embankment and two inviting fairway bunkers. No. 11, at 382 yards, requires a demanding tee shot, with trees and out of bounds on the left, then a steep rise to a very fast green.

Stranraer Golf Club was designed in 1950 by the distinguished golf course architect James Braid. It was the last course he designed before he died in 1950.

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Course Details

Year Built 1950
Golf Season Year round
Architect James Braid (1950)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - £30
Clubs Yes
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, Mastercard
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Bar

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Lounge, Showers, Locker Rooms

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Scotland (2023 #14)
  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Great Britain & Ireland (2020 #13) (2019 #11)

Reviews

4.8
80 Reviews (80)
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Reviews 9
Handicap 20-24
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Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Walked

Interesting layout.

You may not rely on the weather, but I feel you will be able to rely on a warm welcome and a course in beautiful condition. Greens fantastic as were the fairways. Will try to pick a better day next time. There will definitely be a next time.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

A diamond of a course

I’ve played this course a few times over the years, I’m always surprised at how well the course is presented, particularly the greens which are as good as any I’ve played.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Amazing course

I was down staying at a near by caravan site and wanted to escape for a few rounds of golf, the day before I played stranraer I played another local course and it didn’t come close to this course. On arrival the car park was really busy I had to wait for a space as there was a competition on. After getting organised there is a clear sign for the starter box, the staff are really helpful and friendly, I managed to get on a bit early however as stated above there was a competition on so I was stuck in between a 3 and a 4 ball but no big deal as I was in no rush, and this helped me find my way around the course and enjoy the stunning views of cairnryan and the seas. When I played the course it was extremely tough the winds were strong, I was hitting a good drive and a 5 iron and still make making some greens due to the wind but overall really enjoyable. During my round club members would speak to me and were really friendly I was asked if I wanted to join a group and I was out myself but decided not to. Over all a stunning course with tricky conditions, the highlight is the 5th tee it is stunning, if anyone is in the area give this course a visit the value for money is unbeatable.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Gem of a course

Great course with some tricky hole and spectacular views of loch Ryan.
Club house very friendly and great food

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

The course is so well maintained and for the time of the year its in great condition. Members are so friendly and food is good too.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Walked
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Views

Whilst my partner and I were delighted by the course and it's condition..the breath taking views were the outstanding feature.Wil definitely play again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good greens, great location.

Dry weather has made bounces difficult to predict, but the greens at Stranraer are in great shape. Lovely clubhouse. Views over Loch Ryan add to the enjoyment. Worth another visit!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked

Very enjoyable course

My wife and I played this course and we really enjoyed the layout and the condition of the course. It has generous fairways and nice green. Also the staff and the members we met were very friendly and welcoming.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

brilliant course

Thoroughly enjoyed playing this course. Challenging but good. Lovely views. Greens are fast but in great condition. Will Def. Be back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked

STRANRAER GOOD LOCATION & VIEWS

On arrival guy in pro shop was very friendly & informative, advised us where to go etc. Course was in good condition & quite challenging. Good mix of holes but a few a bit unfair for ladies. Play was very slow indeed due to some fourball visitors being in front of a Matchplay Competition & my wife & myself stopped a couple of times to allow the Matchplay guys through, which actually just created a bigger hold up, as the 4 balls did not seem to have the same etiquette. Clubhouse facilities were fine. Would recommend to others.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

A bit special

My wife and I played this lovely course. The young lady at the starter's office was charming and we had time to have coffee and cake - both excellent and very reasonably priced. Course was great, although some of the long uphill holes had us gasping a bit. Finished off with an excellent late lunch. Great day out!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Top golfing experience

Fantastic golfing experience. Friendly staff, great breakfast and very sociable members. Conditions were very windy but the course played extremely well and in great nick. Faultless and will be back again to play it next year!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked

Beautiful views

A good course with variety. A couple of blind holes which presented a wee problem as I was on my own, but not a problem if you hit straight!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Walked

A great day out

Great course good condition, good value.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

The course is a great layout & test

Really enjoy playing this course with some excellent holes from start to finish.
Views are stunning at the 5th which is a superb hole.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Walked

Stranraer golf club

Enjoyed this course which is good value for money. Will return.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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