Great Barr Golf Club
Course at a glance
Great Barr Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Walsall, England. From the White tees, Great Barr Golf Club plays to 6,546 yards at par 72. The course offers 4 sets of tees ranging from 5,591 to 6,546 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 72.4, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 69% 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 Great Barr Golf Club.
About Great Barr Golf Club
Great Barr Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Walsall, England (B43 7BA).. From the White tees, the course plays to 6,546 yards with a par of 72. The White tees carry a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 72.4.
Walking is permitted.
Great Barr Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 136, 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 4 tee sets ranging from 5,591 to 6,546 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
6,546
Slope
136
Rating
72.4
Course Difficulty Analysis
136
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 | 136 | 72.4 | 464 | 171 | 411 | 340 | 363 | 146 | 499 | 439 | 307 | 3140 | 348 | 382 | 408 | 465 | 139 | 507 | 546 | 411 | 200 | 3406 | 6,546 |
Yellow | 135 | 71.3 | 454 | 162 | 377 | 335 | 359 | 135 | 489 | 413 | 297 | 3021 | 338 | 378 | 369 | 458 | 119 | 496 | 539 | 406 | 187 | 3290 | 6,311 |
Red | 124 | 68.0 | 426 | 142 | 348 | 326 | 328 | 124 | 476 | 347 | 286 | 2803 | 319 | 331 | 280 | 368 | 109 | 448 | 472 | 303 | 158 | 2788 | 5,591 |
Red | 131 | 73.0 | 426 | 142 | 348 | 326 | 328 | 124 | 476 | 347 | 286 | 2803 | 319 | 331 | 280 | 368 | 109 | 448 | 472 | 303 | 158 | 2788 | 5,591 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 12 | 16 | 4 | 10 | 6 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 14 | 15 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 9 | 5 | 13 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Great Barr Golf Club offers 4 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 | 6,546 | 136 | 72.4 | 5-15 |
Yellow | 6,311 | 135 | 71.3 | 5-15 |
Red | 5,591 | 124 | 68.0 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,591 | 131 | 73.0 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Great Barr Golf Club
Great Barr Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Great Barr 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 Great Barr Golf Club have?expand_more
Great Barr Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Great Barr Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Great Barr Golf Club plays to 6,546 yards (par 72). The course offers 4 tee sets ranging from 5,591 to 6,546 yards.
What is the slope rating at Great Barr Golf Club?expand_more
The White tees at Great Barr Golf Club have a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 72.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Great Barr Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Great Barr Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Great Barr Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.greatbarrgolfclub.co.uk/ or call 01213571232 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Great Barr Golf Club offer?expand_more
Great Barr Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Great Barr Golf Club located?expand_more
Great Barr Golf Club is located at Chapel Lane in Walsall, ENG. You can reach them at 01213571232.
What is the difficulty level at Great Barr Golf Club?expand_more
Great Barr Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 136. It plays harder than 69% 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 Great Barr Golf Club?expand_more
Great Barr Golf Club offers 4 tee sets. White tees (6,546 yards, slope 136) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (5,591 yards, slope 131) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Great Barr Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Great Barr Golf Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,591 yards with a slope of 131. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Great Barr Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Red tees (slope 124, rating 68.0) at Great Barr Golf Club would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 84. 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 Great Barr Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Great Barr 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.