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DUNKELD AND BIRNAM GOLF CLUB
DUNKELD AND BIRNAM GOLF CLUB
Course Summary
Yards
4,981
4,904
5,192
5,471
Par
68
70
69
69
CR
64.6
70.1
66.2
67.4
SR
117
129
120
122
From the clubhouse to the 18th green, the course makes use of the undulating features of the stunning local landscape.  From the highest point on the fourth green looking down 800 feet to the newest part running along the edge of the Loch of the Lowes, our manicured golf course has been created in keeping with nature all around.  You will find a course which tests your skills and course management, with many risk and reward shots throughout the 18 holes.  If the golf fails to live up to your expectations, simply enjoy the splendid views that are bound on the course.  And don't forget to look up as you may see an osprey or red kite flying over!
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Hole 1:  Strath
Yards
285
274
274
274
Par
4
4
4
4
S.I.
11
11
14
14
A gentle opening hole of 285 yards from the white tees.  An elevated tee provides stunning views down the valley.
Top Tip:
Stay straight as trouble lurks in the marsh on your left hand side.
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Hole 2:  The Marshes
Yards
281
263
263
263
Par
4
4
4
4
S.I.
15
15
9
9
With a fairway that slopes from right to left, drives are taken down towards the marsh leaving a shot to an elevated green.
Top Tip:
Beyond the green lie hidden bunkers.  Beware of going through the back and avoid the thick rough to the right.
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Hole 3:  Craigvinean
Yards
140
126
126
126
Par
3
3
3
3
S.I.
7
7
16
16
A tricky par 3 of 140 yards to a green protected by a large tree to the left, and an equally large bunker to the right.
Top Tip:
Hit as straight as you can as the tree on the left hand side can come into play leaving a tricky shot to the green.
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Hole 4:  Lowes
Yards
402
376
376
376
Par
4
4
5
4
S.I.
1
1
1
1
Enjoy the views as you climb to the highest point of the course.  Behind the rock face lies a hidden green not seen until you reach it.
Top Tip:
If you are not a long hitter, play short of the rock face.  A good pitch and putt can save your par.
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Hole 5:  Craig Wood
Yards
376
373
364
373
Par
4
4
4
4
S.I.
5
5
6
6
A 376 yard gentle dog leg with out of bounds running all the way down the left hand side.  A good drive will give an approach shot to a green well guarded by bunkers.
Top Tip:
Be aware of the of the to fairway bunkers that guard the green, and don't stray behind the plantation on the right as this will probably add to your score!
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Hole 6:  Gully
Yards
303
243
243
243
Par
4
4
4
4
S.I.
13
13
13
13
A blind drive from the white tee over the marker.  Only the very good or the brave will attempt a drive over the gully to the green where trouble lurks all around.
Top Tip:
A gentle shot to the bottom of the hill allows a pitch up to the elevated green and a possible birdie chance.
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Hole 7:  Spoutie
Yards
271
263
263
263
Par
4
4
4
4
S.I.
17
17
12
12
With out of bounds running down the left hand side a drive to the fair way, or the 1st running parallel, gives an approach to an angled green protected by bunkers.
Top Tip:
A drive to the central fairway mound or over gives an inviting approach which needs a well thought out shot depending on the pin position.
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Hole 8:  Birk Knowe
Yards
393
336
327
336
Par
4
4
4
4
S.I.
3
3
3
3
Aim for the marker pole at the top of the rise and you will have a decision to make.  Do I go for the elevated green, or play to the bottom of the hill?  The green is a small target surrounded by danger that requires an accurate shot.
Top Tip:
If you are not a big hitter, a three shot strategy to the green is best.  A long second effort can often land in the thick bushes or trees which surround the green.
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Hole 9:  Craiglush
Yards
367
367
345
367
Par
4
4
4
4
S.I.
9
9
8
8
You are now on the "new" part of the course with no bunkers, and areas of environmental protection where you cannot go and search for your ball.  This hole is a downhill dogleg from left to right leading to a tight green with steep banking.
Top Tip:
Try to avoid the trees on the right, as once in this area you may not have a shot to the green even if you find your ball!
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Hole 10:  Osprey
Yards
508
508
457
457
Par
5
5
5
5
S.I.
4
4
2
2
Once you get your breath back after the climb to the tee, this par 5 is very challenging with two burns running across the fairway, one just in front of a wide but extremely narrow green backed by trees.
Top Tip:
Watch out for the burns.  Laying up to them is a wise move.  An accurate approach is required to avoid the burn in front of the green.
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Hole 11:  Newtyle
Yards
141
135
135
135
Par
3
3
3
3
S.I.
18
18
17
17
This par 3 to an elevated two tier green can often seem longer than it is.  It is all slightly uphill and tight, demanding a shot of accuracy and length depending on the pin position.
Top Tip:
Try to stay straight as any shot that finds the rough on either side of the fairway will be costly.
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Hole 12:  Lochan
Yards
274
274
208
208
Par
4
4
4
3
S.I.
16
16
15
15
Your first job is to clear the burn at 150 yards.  Then play to a spacious green avoiding the burn that meanders around the front of your target.
Top Tip:
Aim straight to get across the burn.  Once safely over, trust your yardage to reach the green.
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Hole 13:  Cally
Yards
325
325
276
325
Par
4
4
4
4
S.I.
10
10
10
10
A blind tee shot to an angled fairway which runs towards a lateral hazard means a requirement to aim for the marker pole.  Once visible, the two tier green provides a narrow target with trouble to the right.
Top Tip:
Don't stray too far right from the tee, and anything very left will find semi-rough.
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Hole 14:  Juniper Wood
Yards
417
373
373
373
Par
4
4
4
4
S.I.
2
2
4
4
Wait for the bell to ring from the group ahead, then drive down the hill towards the burn.  You will now see the elevated green with lateral hazards on both sides.  The green slopes back to front making for tricky putting.
Top Tip:
The straighter the better from the tee as trouble lurks on both sides of the fairway.
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Hole 15:  Birnam
Yards
396
396
338
338
Par
4
4
4
4
S.I.
8
8
11
11
The long climb home begins as you drive the 15th, with out of bounds along the left side.  The spacious green comes into view as you crest the hill and make a slight left turn to reach your target.
Top Tip:
Keep the marker pole in sight, and aim to reach it in a maximum of two shots.  This will open up a deceptive green, and be aware of coming up short.
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Hole 16:  Danny's
Yards
396
396
338
338
Par
4
4
4
4
S.I.
8
8
11
11
Drive over the gully avoiding the hazards to the right and left.  Then rise to a green perched high on the hillside.  A severe two tier green awaits you, and no matter which level the pin is on putting is very tricky.
Top Tip:
Make sure you know which level the pin is on before you drive off as this will determine the approach shot you require.
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Hole 17:  Fungarth
Yards
195
162
185
162
Par
3
3
3
3
S.I.
6
6
5
5
A long, uphill par 3 that requires a good tee shot to reach the plateau on which a sloping green sits.  Only a very good shot will stay on the green, and for most a pitch and putt is required to make par.
Top Tip:
Avoid the trees on both sides of the fairway as they will only cause grief!  A long sloping green awaits.
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Hole 18:  Whinney
Yards
123
124
113
124
Par
3
3
3
3
S.I.
12
12
12
12
Tee and green are on similar levels, with a large gully in between.  Take care are you drive over the road and the path to the clubhouse to a sloping green that is well bunkered.  Putting requires you to pick a line and hold your nerve.  A par 3 is a bonus!
Top Tip:
Pick you club and commit to the shot.  Coming up short is not the end of the world, but going over the back of the green can be!
Hole Sponsor:
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Established 1892
Dunkeld and Birnam Golf Club
Fungarth
Dunkeld
Perthshire
PH8 0ES
01350 728660

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