Tee Off in Scotland » Westerwood

6,101 yards • par 72

The views at Westewood are breathtaking, notably looking back down from the 17th green. The course yardage is 6100 off the yellow tees, but for the really adventurous, why not try the “monster” black championship tees, measuring a staggering 7011 yards!

The signature hole is the par 3, 15th, Waterfall hole. At 165 yards from the medal tee, it is by no means the longest hole in the world, but the green is surrounded by trouble and will punish any errant tee shots. The 60 foot cliff face behind the green sets you up nicely for that spectacular approach.

Westerwood is a clever but ever changing championship moorland layout that is perched on top of Kilsyth Hill with magnificent views of the Campsie Hills and the Kelvin Valley between.

From the playing point of view the outward nine is an enjoyable amble, with the back half full of pleasant surprises. The 13th, from either the back or visitors tee has a long carry over a wide pond. Wind channels through the valley here and this exposed height catches its full effect. You must be solid with your tee shot to deal with direction, wind and distance.

The golf course was designed by Seve Ballesteros and Dave Thomas.

Weekday (M.T.W.T.F.) Round: £££. Day Ticket: N/A.
Weekend (S.S.) Round: £££. Day Ticket: N/A.
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