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Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Course

9.4
Excellent See all 14 reviews

Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Course sits in the shadow of the 14th century castle on the Northumberland coast between Alnwick & Berwick-uopn-Tweed. Designed by 5-time Open Champion and renowned course architect James Braid, Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Course offers a true test of links golf.

The courses coastline location affords sensational views of the North sea, overlooking Embleton Bay and the majestic Dunstanburgh Castle. The weather conditions can play a serious factor in your round, but Dunstanburgh is certainly a must for any golfer visiting Northumberland.

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Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Course

The first golf course appeared on the links of Embleton Bay in 1900, before being redesigned by the legendary James Braid.

There are numerous memorable golf holes, mostly providing views of the North Sea and all exposed to the elements, that, understandably, challenge golfers of all skill levels and ages. The course 6298 yards from the back tees and par 70, providing a good test of golfing skills with undulating fairways and deep revetted bunkers – a true links course – which lies in the shadow of the dramatic Dunstanburgh Castle.

Benefiting from free draining links land, Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Course often remains open through periods of inclement weather, when other courses in the region may be forced to close. Playing onto regular greens in all seasons means the course offers a great golfing experience all year round.

Course Information
Par 70
Designed by James Braid
Opened for play 1900
Tees
White 6,287 yards SSS 71
Yellow 5,974 yards SSS 70
Red 5,591 yards SSS 74

What Our Golfers Say

9.4
Excellent
14 reviews
Condition overall 9.4
Condition of greens 9.2
Speed of round About right
Value for money 9.6
Facilities 8.4
Difficulty Average
These reviews are from verified Your Golf Travel customers.

Excellent
10.0

Fantastic course in lovely condition.

Excellent
10.0

Excellent course, played a few times over the last 20yrs, always a favourite.

Excellent
10.0

Great course with excellent coastal views, clubhouse has a cafe style feeling but helpful friendly staff

Excellent
10.0

Greens were fantastic, course is great nick, some fantastic holes, 3rd, 4th, 14th and 16th to name a few. Views were awesome, staff friendly. Not much in terms of facilities or club shop but the course was amazing. Definitely worth the trip.

Excellent
10.0

Weather was only slightly windy so made it playable . Will play again

Very Good
8.0

Very Good
8.0

Lovely seaside links golf course. Very enjoyable.

Excellent
10.0

Excellent
10.0

A great day on a hugely attractive course in good condition

Excellent
10.0

Beautiful course in great location/ setting. Some testing holes but really enjoyable.

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