Bishop Auckland Golf Club
Logo: A navy circular badge showing a gold bishop's mitre with a magenta panel and gold tassels, ringed by Bishop Auckland Golf Club in white lettering with Est. 1894 in white below.
Course at a glance
Bishop Auckland Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Bishop Auckland, England. From the White tees, Bishop Auckland Golf Club plays to 6,460 yards at par 72. The course offers 11 sets of tees ranging from 3,061 to 6,460 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 71.7, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 75% of rated golf courses in England. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Bishop Auckland Golf Club.
About Bishop Auckland Golf Club
Bishop Auckland Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Bishop Auckland, England (DL14 8DL).. From the White tees, the course plays to 6,460 yards with a par of 72. The White tees carry a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 71.7.
Walking is permitted.
Bishop Auckland Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, putting it in the upper half of courses in England for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 3,061 to 6,460 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
72
Length
6,460
Slope
131
Rating
71.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
This Course
131
ENG Average
113
WHS Baseline
Based on 612 rated courses in England
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
White | 131 | 71.7 | 280 | 556 | 528 | 525 | 212 | 371 | 162 | 179 | 491 | 3304 | 185 | 498 | 222 | 441 | 383 | 398 | 371 | 384 | 274 | 3156 | 6,460 |
Yellow | 129 | 70.8 | 272 | 550 | 503 | 499 | 203 | 365 | 138 | 168 | 483 | 3181 | 178 | 483 | 209 | 429 | 375 | 387 | 350 | 359 | 263 | 3033 | 6,214 |
Black | 126 | 69.7 | 280 | 556 | 528 | 381 | 191 | 371 | 102 | 145 | 491 | 3045 | 167 | 432 | 170 | 441 | 383 | 398 | 371 | 384 | 274 | 3020 | 6,065 |
Black | 137 | 76.2 | 280 | 556 | 528 | 381 | 191 | 371 | 102 | 145 | 491 | 3045 | 167 | 432 | 170 | 441 | 383 | 398 | 371 | 384 | 274 | 3020 | 6,065 |
Green | 121 | 68.4 | 265 | 523 | 468 | 473 | 160 | 337 | 121 | 144 | 453 | 2944 | 155 | 475 | 179 | 403 | 333 | 300 | 326 | 336 | 250 | 2757 | 5,701 |
Red Long | 118 | 67.5 | 272 | 500 | 424 | 381 | 191 | 240 | 102 | 145 | 418 | 2673 | 167 | 432 | 170 | 410 | 365 | 383 | 288 | 350 | 253 | 2818 | 5,491 |
Red Long | 127 | 72.9 | 272 | 500 | 424 | 381 | 191 | 240 | 102 | 145 | 418 | 2673 | 167 | 432 | 170 | 410 | 365 | 383 | 288 | 350 | 253 | 2818 | 5,491 |
Red Short | 125 | 72.3 | 272 | 500 | 424 | 381 | 191 | 240 | 102 | 59 | 418 | 2587 | 167 | 432 | 170 | 410 | 365 | 383 | 288 | 350 | 253 | 2818 | 5,405 |
Pink | 124 | 71.5 | 265 | 500 | 424 | 381 | 160 | 240 | 102 | 145 | 418 | 2635 | 155 | 432 | 170 | 410 | 333 | 300 | 288 | 336 | 250 | 2674 | 5,309 |
Blue | 94 | 57.8 | 135 | 202 | 203 | 280 | 162 | 181 | 65 | 59 | 219 | 1506 | 166 | 281 | 169 | 188 | 144 | 173 | 131 | 159 | 144 | 1555 | 3,061 |
Blue | 93 | 58.7 | 135 | 202 | 203 | 280 | 162 | 181 | 65 | 59 | 219 | 1506 | 166 | 281 | 169 | 188 | 144 | 173 | 131 | 159 | 144 | 1555 | 3,061 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 37 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 18 | 6 | 2 | 14 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 10 | 12 | 9 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 3 | 11 | 7 | 17 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Bishop Auckland Golf Club offers 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
White | 6,460 | 131 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
Yellow | 6,214 | 129 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
Black | 6,065 | 126 | 69.7 | 12-22 |
Black | 6,065 | 137 | 76.2 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,701 | 121 | 68.4 | 12-22 |
Red Long | 5,491 | 118 | 67.5 | 20-30 |
Red Long | 5,491 | 127 | 72.9 | 20-30 |
Red Short | 5,405 | 125 | 72.3 | 20-30 |
Pink | 5,309 | 124 | 71.5 | 20-30 |
Blue | 3,061 | 94 | 57.8 | 25+ |
Blue | 3,061 | 93 | 58.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at Bishop Auckland Golf Club
Bishop Auckland Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Bishop Auckland Golf Club. 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
How many holes does Bishop Auckland Golf Club have?expand_more
Bishop Auckland Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Bishop Auckland Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Bishop Auckland Golf Club plays to 6,460 yards (par 72). The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 3,061 to 6,460 yards.
What is the slope rating at Bishop Auckland Golf Club?expand_more
The White tees at Bishop Auckland Golf Club have a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 71.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Bishop Auckland Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Bishop Auckland Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Bishop Auckland Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://bishopaucklandgolfclub.co.uk/ or call 01388 661618 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Bishop Auckland Golf Club offer?expand_more
Bishop Auckland Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Bishop Auckland Golf Club located?expand_more
Bishop Auckland Golf Club is located at Durham Road in Bishop Auckland, ENG. You can reach them at 01388 661618.
What is the difficulty level at Bishop Auckland Golf Club?expand_more
Bishop Auckland Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 75% of golf courses in England. The average slope rating in England is 131. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Bishop Auckland Golf Club?expand_more
Bishop Auckland Golf Club offers 11 tee sets. White tees (6,460 yards, slope 131) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Blue tees (3,061 yards, slope 93) 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 Bishop Auckland Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Bishop Auckland Golf Club should play the Blue tees, which play 3,061 yards with a slope of 93. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Bishop Auckland Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Red Long tees (slope 118, rating 67.5) at Bishop Auckland Golf Club would have a course handicap of 15 and an expected score of approximately 83. 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 Bishop Auckland Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Bishop Auckland Golf Club 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.