General Information

General Information

Welcome to Golf South Ayrshire and a choice of 8 courses with a course to suit all abilities. Three courses are in Troon namely Lochgreen, Darley and Fullarton. These 3 courses play alongside Royal Troon, Portland and Barassie to form a group of six courses that totally surround the famous golfing town.

Although Lochgreen is predominantly a links type course, the layout is truly varied with holes eleven to fourteen being of parkland character. Darley is ideally suited for the golfer who relishes a challenge. Although not as long as Lochgreen, Darley offers a tough test demanding the most accurate of drives. To play to your handicap here you will have played very well. Fullarton is less than 5,000 yards long but provides endless enjoyment for golfers of more modest ability or those looking for a morning warm-up. With deceptively tight and testing greens, here is where to sharpen up your short game.

Only a short drive South brings you to Ayr Dalmilling which is a delightful course in the heart of Burns Country. The River Ayr borders the southern end of the course with some of its tributary burns adding interest to the early holes, especially the sixth, a 135-yard par three that is virtually surrounded by water.

Still in Ayr, within the Belleisle Estate you will find Belleisle and Seafield. Belleisle was designed by James Braid and is arguably the finest public parkland course in the United Kingdom. Belleisle boasts beech tree lined and extra long fairways interlaced by the Curtecan Burn, combining natural landscape features with spectacular views to the Isle of Arran. Seafield offers a classic combination of links and parkland that will test the skills and talents of even the most experienced golfer.

South of Ayr lies the 9 hole course at Maybole which is a delightful course in the heart of Burn’s Country with splendid views over the Carrick Hills. This rather hilly course boasts undulating fairways and small, well protected greens which call for shot making of a high standard.

Last but not least comes Girvan which shares the same stunning views towards Ailsa Craig as its illustrious neighbour Turnberry. Girvan was designed in 1902 by James Braid and has had few alterations since. It is truly a journey of interest – the exposed first eight holes are pure Scottish links, immediately adjacent to the beach, followed by ten holes of parkland providing a variable challenge.

If you feel your game requires some attention then the Professionals at all our courses except Maybole and Girvan can arrange to fine-tune your game ready to take on one of the above listed courses.

Golf Member's Card

There are 3 types of Golf Member’s Cards available to purchase:

The holder of a Platinum Golf Member’s Card is entitled to play all Golf South Ayrshire Courses within South Ayrshire namely: - Ayr Belleisle, Troon Lochgreen, Troon Darley, Troon Fullarton, Ayr Dalmilling, Ayr Seafield, Girvan and Maybole.

A Gold Golf Member’s Card allows play onTroon Darley, Troon Fullarton, Ayr Dalmilling, Ayr Seafield, Girvan and Maybole.

A Maybole Pass Golf Member’s Card is valid for play on Maybole.

N.B. Gold and Maybole members can pay an upgrade fee on arrival to play other Golf South Ayrshire Course.

Terms and Conditions of play for Golf South Ayrshire courses

Dress Code

South Ayrshire Council’s golf courses have a relaxed dress code, but we do ask golfers to dress appropriately for the sport. No vests, sleeveless t-shirts, football shirts, torn denim or dirty work wear permitted. Shoes should not damage the golf greens, golf shoes are preferred although trainers are permitted.

Slow Play

Each golf course has a timed playing standard relating to its length and degree of difficulty. Please note that the standard should be the maximum time allowed for a game of golf under normal conditions for a four ball.

Remember – your place on the golf course is immediately behind the group in front and NOT immediately in front of the group behind.

Golf Course Care

Most golfers seek recognition as being knowledgeable about their sport and we offer some words of advice to follow to earn the respect of your fellow golfers.

• Always replace and firmly tread down any divots.
• Always repair ball pitch marks on golf greens.
• Always smoothly rake over any foot or club marks left in a bunker.

Ride On Buggies

In order to protect the courses, buggies are not permitted on any golf course except on medical grounds. Golfers who require the use of one should contact The Golf South Ayrshire Office on 01292 616255

Junior Golfers

Please note that Junior Golfers must have a CONGU handicap of 18 or less to play on Belleisle and Lochgreen. For play on Darley an official handicap must be held. Handicap certificates must be shown to the Starter if requested.

General rules for all courses

Platinum Courses

• Golfers are requested to check in 10 minutes before due on the tee and to have / purchase a valid ticket for play
• All games will commence from the 1st tee and will have a maximum of 4 players
• Each player must have a golf bag with a minimum of four clubs – one of which must be a putter
• Please keep trolleys away from the greens, tees and outside white lined areas and keep golf bags off greens and tees
• Please replace golf flagsticks carefully to avoid damaging the hole cup
• Please tap down damage caused by spiked shoes
• Play will be under the rules of Golf as laid down by the R & A, Local Course rules and any instructions issued by the golf course Starters and Marshals
• Single players have no status on the golf course and must give way to 2, 3 and 4-ball matches at all times. Single players must not play more than one ball unless there is a clear hole in front of and behind them, in any case single players must not play any more than 2 golf balls
• Golf greens must not be used as practice putting greens
• Always wait until the players in front are out of range before play
• If you miss-hit a shot towards another golfer shout “Fore” loudly
• Please switch mobile telephones off or to silent when on the golf course
• Foul and/or abusive language will not be tolerated on the golf courses or in the clubhouse
• It is an offence to drink alcohol or be in possession of alcohol in a public place. Players clearly under the influence of alcohol will be asked to leave without a refund. Players arriving under the influence of alcohol will not be permitted on the courses
• No unsupervised golf for children under 8 years. Blue tees are available on Maybole, Dalmilling and Seafield for young golfers
• Players failing to comply with these rules and instructions may be denied future use of South Ayrshire Council’s golf facilities.

General Advice/Safety

In the interest of safety we ask all golfers:

All Courses:

• To wear a hat and sun block during hot weather and to drink plenty of fluid ideally before becoming thirsty
• Not to stand in front of any golfer taking his/her shot nor stand too near a player taking a shot or practice swing
• Insurance.

All players are covered by South Ayrshire Council golf insurance scheme. Golfers must report any accidents/incidents to the Starters’ Office.

Golf South Ayrshire Contact Details

Belleisle and Seafield
01292 441258

Dalmilling
01292 263893

Girvan
01465 7143463

Lochgreen, Darley and Fullarton
01292 312464

Maybole
01292 616255

Head Office of Golf South Ayrshire
The Town Hall, 5-9 High Street, Ayr, KA7 1LY
Tel: 01292 616255 Fax: 01292 617620

Online bookings: www.golfsouthayrshire.com

Email: Golf@south-ayrshire.gov.uk