1 Night, 2 Rounds
Dumfries and County is a private members' club just outside Dumfries that opened in 1912 to a Willie Fernie design. It's a proper Scottish parkland course, tree-lined, gently rolling and more about plotting your way round than trying to smash driver on every tee.
You'll see plenty of mature woodland framing the holes, so it often feels like you're playing into natural corridors. Keep it straight, pick sensible targets and you'll give yourself chances. Miss your lines and the bunkering and subtle slopes around the greens can make up-and-downs awkward.
It isn't long by modern standards, but don't let that fool you. A few doglegs and well-placed hazards mean you'll be hitting plenty of "get it in play" clubs rather than automatically reaching for the big stick. The greens have enough movement to punish loose approaches, so you'll need to think about where you're leaving yourself for the next shot.
After the round, expect a friendly welcome, a well-stocked bar and an excellent restaurant that's ideal for a post-golf pint and a bite before heading back into Dumfries. The atmosphere is relaxed and genuinely welcoming, with none of the stuffiness that can sometimes accompany private clubs.
The club recently hosted the British Senior Ladies Amateur Championship, which tells you it can stand up to a proper test when the pressure's on.
Who is this for?
Visiting golfers who want a classic Scottish parkland course away from the busiest tourist routes, societies and groups looking for a welcoming members' club with good facilities and anyone building a South West Scotland itinerary.
Who is it best for?
Mid-to-low handicappers who enjoy strategic parkland golf where accuracy matters more than raw distance, and golfers who appreciate the charm and character of a well-established members' club.
1 Night, 2 Rounds
1 Night, 2 Rounds
2 Nights, 3 Rounds
Dumfries and County Golf Club (The County) is recognised as one of the best parkland courses in Dumfries and Galloway and the South West of Scotland. The 18-hole course is renowned for its superb greens while the club itself is well-known for its warm and friendly hospitality.
The club also boasts a modern clubhouse with up to date changing facilities and comfortable lounge bar and resturant which serves a good selection of soft/alcoholic drinks and a varied array of snacks and meals.
You don't need to worry about travelling with all your equipment as the club shop has sets of clubs, electric and pull carts for hite as well as the club shop has sets of clubs, electric and pull carts for hire as well as a 24 hour club repair and shoe restore service.
Andrew
✓20 May 2026
I would describe this course as one you'd need to play again at least once to get the full experience. The first hole sums up the quirkiness of this course perfectly.The course was in fabulous condition though, with excellent greens and the club staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. An enjoyable day, and where it's certainly not the best course you can play in the area, it's different and enjoyable.
Annette
✓23 Oct 2025
Heavy rain the night before made for quite heavy conditions underfoot but the greens were still very good given the time of year. We received a friendly reception in the Pro Shop and bar afterwards.
Mark
✓29 Sep 2025
Maintenance on greens was on when we played but as ok
James Gerald
✓5 Sep 2025
Dumfries and County was lovely and sedate after our weather affected first 2 days. The facilities were very good, the reception in the pro shop and by the pro himself was very good. The course was in great condition, Parkland with some interesting holes and several testing par 3's. Great greens and lots of sunshine made this a very popular venue. The choice of food was also very good and again the staff were very welcoming.
Stan
✓14 Oct 2024
Considering the weather the course was in brilliant condition. Staff really helpful and other members helped us on course locating a couple of tee boxes. Would certainly return in summer but a fantastic course we'll done to you all at Dumfries and county
Graham
✓26 Sep 2023
Mark
✓18 May 2023
Front 9 green were superb, the back 9 were being sanded and scored in the morning meaning they were not as the Professional wanted them for us. He did try to contact Your Golf Travel to explain this before our arrival but didn't get a response from. Luckily I contacted them a few days before asking about the bar and food offering, and this point the Professional explained the situation and explained this before our arrival. Slightly disappointed that Your Golf Travel didn't reply back to the Professional but he was superb with us is explaining the situation and what we could expect.
Craig
✓31 Oct 2022
Excellent course, playable in good condition. The staff particularly the head professional was very friendly and accommodating. I would highly recommend this course to any touring party or individual.
Robert
✓17 Sep 2022
Another excellent parkland course. Greens were in good condition, would definitely paly again.
James
✓31 Jul 2022
Beautiful, well kept course. Pleasure to play. Welcoming helpful staff. Great food ( fish & chips). We would definitely play it again.
