Royal Belfast Golf Club
Course at a glance
Royal Belfast Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Near northern ireland, Northern Ireland. From the Blue tees, Royal Belfast Golf Club plays to 6,309 yards at par 70. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 3,538 to 6,309 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 125 and a course rating of 70.8, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 54% of rated golf courses in Northern Ireland. 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 Royal Belfast Golf Club.
About Royal Belfast Golf Club
Royal Belfast Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Near northern ireland, Northern Ireland.. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,309 yards with a par of 70. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 125 and a course rating of 70.8.
Walking is permitted.
Royal Belfast Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 127, putting it in the upper half of courses in Northern Ireland for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 3,538 to 6,309 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
70
Length
6,309
Slope
125
Rating
70.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
127
This Course
126
NIR Average
113
WHS Baseline
Based on 58 rated courses in Northern Ireland
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 | 125 | 70.8 | 412 | 403 | 370 | 142 | 549 | 351 | 169 | 407 | 406 | 3209 | 310 | 169 | 453 | 371 | 185 | 407 | 485 | 206 | 514 | 3100 | 6,309 |
White | 124 | 70.2 | 408 | 401 | 357 | 137 | 544 | 348 | 160 | 389 | 403 | 3147 | 305 | 170 | 431 | 363 | 182 | 403 | 480 | 193 | 511 | 3038 | 6,185 |
Green | 117 | 69.1 | 404 | 391 | 352 | 133 | 480 | 339 | 154 | 325 | 389 | 2967 | 301 | 164 | 425 | 353 | 176 | 403 | 464 | 186 | 463 | 2935 | 5,902 |
Green | 127 | 74.5 | 404 | 391 | 352 | 133 | 480 | 339 | 154 | 325 | 389 | 2967 | 301 | 164 | 425 | 353 | 176 | 403 | 464 | 186 | 463 | 2935 | 5,902 |
Red | 112 | 67.1 | 399 | 338 | 347 | 128 | 444 | 331 | 135 | 341 | 375 | 2838 | 297 | 123 | 379 | 314 | 146 | 389 | 457 | 164 | 439 | 2708 | 5,546 |
Red | 123 | 72.7 | 399 | 338 | 347 | 128 | 444 | 331 | 135 | 341 | 375 | 2838 | 297 | 123 | 379 | 314 | 146 | 389 | 457 | 164 | 439 | 2708 | 5,546 |
Junior Boys | 88 | 58.6 | 331 | 234 | 199 | 105 | 297 | 222 | 105 | 226 | 219 | 1938 | 171 | 71 | 204 | 226 | 90 | 217 | 262 | 92 | 267 | 1600 | 3,538 |
Junior Girls | 97 | 60.4 | 331 | 234 | 199 | 105 | 297 | 222 | 105 | 226 | 219 | 1938 | 171 | 71 | 204 | 226 | 90 | 217 | 262 | 92 | 267 | 1600 | 3,538 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 9 | 11 | 15 | 7 | 1 | 16 | 6 | 4 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 12 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Royal Belfast Golf Club offers 8 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 | 6,309 | 125 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
White | 6,185 | 124 | 70.2 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,902 | 117 | 69.1 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,902 | 127 | 74.5 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,546 | 112 | 67.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,546 | 123 | 72.7 | 20-30 |
Junior Boys | 3,538 | 88 | 58.6 | 25+ |
Junior Girls | 3,538 | 97 | 60.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Royal Belfast Golf Club
Royal Belfast Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Royal Belfast Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many holes does Royal Belfast Golf Club have?expand_more
Royal Belfast Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Royal Belfast Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Royal Belfast Golf Club plays to 6,185 yards (par 70). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 3,538 to 6,309 yards.
What is the slope rating at Royal Belfast Golf Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at Royal Belfast Golf Club have a slope rating of 125 and a course rating of 70.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Royal Belfast Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Royal Belfast Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Royal Belfast Golf Club?expand_more
Contact the course directly to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Royal Belfast Golf Club offer?expand_more
Royal Belfast Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Royal Belfast Golf Club located?expand_more
Royal Belfast Golf Club is located in Near northern ireland, NIR.
What is the difficulty level at Royal Belfast Golf Club?expand_more
Royal Belfast Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 127. It plays harder than 54% of golf courses in Northern Ireland. The average slope rating in Northern Ireland is 126. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Royal Belfast Golf Club?expand_more
Royal Belfast Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. Blue tees (6,309 yards, slope 125) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Junior Girls tees (3,538 yards, slope 97) 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 Royal Belfast Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Royal Belfast Golf Club should play the Junior Girls tees, which play 3,538 yards with a slope of 97. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Royal Belfast Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Red tees (slope 112, rating 67.1) at Royal Belfast Golf Club would have a course handicap of 12 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 Royal Belfast Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Royal Belfast 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.