Golf
Whether
you’re handicap is 5 or 35, Orkney's golf courses will test your
golfing ability and if the golf is not up to scratch then the views and
hospitality definitely will be!
There are 3 main golf courses on the mainland; Stromness, Kirkwall and South
Ronaldsay, all offering a mix of links, parkland, ditches, quarries and even
wartime bunkers. Both the courses in Kirkwall and Stromness are 18 holes and
the course in South Ronaldsay is a challenging 9 holes. They are charming and
cheerful places to play and socialise, with a turn-up-and-play policy. Exceptions
to this are competition times and special event days.
The Stromness course has unrivalled views over Hoy Sound with the 1000ft cliffs
of St John's Head the backdrop to the shore-side course. Once you have finished
admiring the scenery (and your great golfing shots!) the clubhouse and bar await
you at the 19th hole. Midnight golf at the Summer solstice, when the sun barely
sets, is a long-established tradition.
The Orkney Golf Club (Kirkwall) is situated on the hill above Kirkwall town and
harbour, with stunning views to the North Isles. It is a short walk into the
town centre, visitor attractions and all local amenities.
The newly built South Ronaldsay golf course is a testing 9 hole course, situated
in the village of St. Margarets Hope. No prior booking required and payment can
be made at the Clubhouse.
At all courses, visitors are welcome to enter the Open events held throughout
the season. Please see websites below for fixtures.
If you’re looking to play a round with a difference – why not try
the nine-hole courses on three of our Northern Isles: Westray, Sanday and North
Ronaldsay.
Contact Details
Stromness Golf Club – t. (01856) 850 772 e. orkneygolfclub@grainbank.freeserve.co.uk w. www.stromnessgc.co.uk
Orkney Golf Club – t. (01856) 87 2457 e. orkneygolfclub@grainbank.freeserve.co.uk w. www.orkneygolfclub.co.uk
South Ronaldsay Golf Club – t. (01856) 831 395 e. neviholm@gmail.com w. www.orkneycommunities.co.uk/SRGC
Westray Golf Club – t. (01856) 677 263
Sanday Golf Course – t. (01857) 600 341
North Ronaldsay Course – (01857) 633 242
Golfing in Orkney is a unique experience, so make sure you don't miss the opportunity. Good golfing!
Golf Competitions
Stromness Golf Club Competition –21st June
Midnight foursomes, starting approx 8pm. Enjoy the light night and Orcadian hospitality
at its best!
Stromness Golf Club, Shopping Week Open –20th
July
Men and Women. Visitors welcome – please bring handicap certificate.
Orkney Golf Club, Kirkwall Open –26th
(men) – 27th July (ladies)
Open golf competition 36 hole event. No handicap restrictions. £15 entry
includes lunch and free drink and golf ball. A fun day and usually a fun sociable
evening!
Stromness Golf Club Open –2nd
(men) 3rd (ladies) August
Visitors welcome – please bring handicap certificate. This competition
gets booked up early in the season – please send-completed entry form ASAP.
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