The Golf Club of Bristol
Course at a glance
The Golf Club of Bristol is an 18-hole golf course in Bristol, Tennessee (37620). The course was designed by Alex McKay and opened in 1959. From the Blue tees, The Golf Club of Bristol plays to 6,366 yards at par 71. The course offers 5 sets of tees ranging from 4,519 to 6,366 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 126 and a course rating of 71.0, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 32% of rated golf courses in Tennessee. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at The Golf Club of Bristol.
About The Golf Club of Bristol
The Golf Club of Bristol is a 18-hole golf course located in Bristol, Tennessee (37620). The course was designed by Alex McKay and established in 1959. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,366 yards with a par of 71. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 126 and a course rating of 71.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 126, The Golf Club of Bristol is more accessible than most courses in Tennessee. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 5 tee sets ranging from 4,519 to 6,366 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Par
71
Length
6,366
Slope
126
Rating
71.0
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
126
This Course
129
TN Average
113
US Average
Based on 119 rated courses in Tennessee
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 126 | 71.0 | 355 | 434 | 183 | 346 | 463 | 152 | 419 | 365 | 422 | 3139 | 405 | 474 | 350 | 410 | 420 | 178 | 288 | 207 | 495 | 3227 | 6,366 |
White | 120 | 68.9 | 308 | 405 | 152 | 294 | 432 | 138 | 393 | 344 | 396 | 2862 | 377 | 449 | 310 | 376 | 385 | 160 | 270 | 181 | 461 | 2969 | 5,831 |
Gold | 116 | 66.8 | 285 | 362 | 138 | 271 | 411 | 122 | 382 | 299 | 371 | 2641 | 347 | 388 | 291 | 340 | 350 | 144 | 265 | 154 | 434 | 2713 | 5,354 |
Red | 122 | 69.5 | 279 | 333 | 126 | 261 | 378 | 112 | 370 | 290 | 323 | 2472 | 308 | 380 | 279 | 280 | 311 | 130 | 252 | 144 | 417 | 2501 | 4,973 |
Green | 120 | 66.8 | 271 | 293 | 108 | 233 | 366 | 92 | 360 | 274 | 303 | 2300 | 265 | 340 | 225 | 270 | 300 | 113 | 241 | 127 | 338 | 2219 | 4,519 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 8 | 4 | 14 | 18 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 6 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 11 | 9 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 3 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Golf Club of Bristol offers 5 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,366 | 126 | 71.0 | 5-15 |
White | 5,831 | 120 | 68.9 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,354 | 116 | 66.8 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,973 | 122 | 69.5 | 25+ |
Green | 4,519 | 120 | 66.8 | 25+ |
Amenities at The Golf Club of Bristol
The Golf Club of Bristol features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for The Golf Club of Bristol. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Golf Club of Bristol a public or private golf course?expand_more
The Golf Club of Bristol is a public golf course located in Bristol, TN. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does The Golf Club of Bristol have?expand_more
The Golf Club of Bristol is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1959. The course was designed by Alex McKay.
What is the yardage at The Golf Club of Bristol?expand_more
From the White tees, The Golf Club of Bristol plays to 5,831 yards (par 71). The course offers 5 tee sets ranging from 4,519 to 6,366 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Golf Club of Bristol?expand_more
The Blue tees at The Golf Club of Bristol have a slope rating of 126 and a course rating of 71.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Golf Club of Bristol?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at The Golf Club of Bristol. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Golf Club of Bristol?expand_more
Visit the official course website at http://countryclubofbristol.com/ or call +1 423-652-1700 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does The Golf Club of Bristol offer?expand_more
The Golf Club of Bristol offers a pro shop.
Where is The Golf Club of Bristol located?expand_more
The Golf Club of Bristol is located at 6045 Old Jonesboro Road in Bristol, TN 37620. You can reach them at +1 423-652-1700.
What is the difficulty level at The Golf Club of Bristol?expand_more
The Golf Club of Bristol is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 126. It plays harder than 32% of golf courses in Tennessee. The average slope rating in Tennessee is 129. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at The Golf Club of Bristol?expand_more
The Golf Club of Bristol offers 5 tee sets. Blue tees (6,366 yards, slope 126) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Green tees (4,519 yards, slope 120) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at The Golf Club of Bristol?expand_more
Beginners at The Golf Club of Bristol should play the Green tees, which play 4,519 yards with a slope of 120. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at The Golf Club of Bristol?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 116, rating 66.8) at The Golf Club of Bristol would have a course handicap of 11 and an expected score of approximately 82. This uses the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at The Golf Club of Bristol?expand_more
A typical round at The Golf Club of Bristol takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.