Winter Golf

Fairway mats are in use on all courses (except the 9 hole Balgove Course) between the months of November and February inclusive. The use of mats extends to the end of March on the Old and Castle Courses. Find out more about fairway mats here.

The use of trolleys is not permitted on the Old Course between November and March inclusive and will be carrying only, either by the golfer or through hiring a local caddie. Trolleys can be used on all other courses during this period.

While winter tees will be in place which can shorten the course, play will always be to the normal green (no temporaries in place) although course openings may be delayed should there be any frost. Please check our frost policy to understand the procedure with lost tee-times.

Please be aware that annual winter maintenance can lead to a number of bunkers being repaired and therefore out of play. This may also include some of the most famous named bunkers on the Old Course as their popularity leads to an annual rebuild of the revetted face.