Bothwell Castle Golf Club
Course at a glance
Bothwell Castle Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Bothwell, Scotland. From the White tees, Bothwell Castle Golf Club plays to 6,224 yards at par 70. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 5,214 to 6,224 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 124 and a course rating of 70.4, 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 Scotland. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. Tee times at Bothwell Castle Golf Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Bothwell Castle Golf Club
Bothwell Castle Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Bothwell, Scotland (G71 8TD).. From the White tees, the course plays to 6,224 yards with a par of 70. The White tees carry a slope rating of 124 and a course rating of 70.4.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 124, Bothwell Castle Golf Club is more accessible than most courses in Scotland. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,214 to 6,224 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
6,224
Slope
124
Rating
70.4
Course Difficulty Analysis
124
This Course
127
SCT Average
113
WHS Baseline
Based on 330 rated courses in Scotland
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 | 124 | 70.4 | 465 | 421 | 415 | 388 | 335 | 334 | 400 | 159 | 438 | 3355 | 350 | 178 | 331 | 385 | 199 | 326 | 402 | 187 | 511 | 2869 | 6,224 |
White Composite 9 | 122 | 69.2 | 415 | 388 | 335 | 334 | 400 | 159 | 438 | 350 | 178 | 2997 | 415 | 388 | 335 | 334 | 400 | 159 | 438 | 350 | 178 | 2997 | 5,994 |
Yellow | 121 | 69.2 | 455 | 395 | 393 | 378 | 326 | 323 | 400 | 148 | 426 | 3244 | 304 | 168 | 322 | 375 | 155 | 322 | 391 | 174 | 500 | 2711 | 5,955 |
Yellow Composite 9 | 119 | 68.0 | 393 | 378 | 326 | 323 | 400 | 148 | 426 | 304 | 168 | 2866 | 393 | 378 | 326 | 323 | 400 | 148 | 426 | 304 | 168 | 2866 | 5,732 |
Red | 115 | 66.6 | 400 | 347 | 328 | 362 | 316 | 228 | 396 | 130 | 409 | 2916 | 276 | 162 | 309 | 361 | 145 | 310 | 334 | 149 | 432 | 2478 | 5,394 |
Red | 124 | 72.3 | 400 | 347 | 328 | 362 | 316 | 228 | 396 | 130 | 409 | 2916 | 276 | 162 | 309 | 361 | 145 | 310 | 334 | 149 | 432 | 2478 | 5,394 |
Red Composite 9 | 116 | 65.4 | 328 | 362 | 316 | 228 | 396 | 130 | 409 | 276 | 162 | 2607 | 328 | 362 | 316 | 228 | 396 | 130 | 409 | 276 | 162 | 2607 | 5,214 |
Red Composite 9 | 121 | 70.8 | 328 | 362 | 316 | 228 | 396 | 130 | 409 | 276 | 162 | 2607 | 328 | 362 | 316 | 228 | 396 | 130 | 409 | 276 | 162 | 2607 | 5,214 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 34 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 5 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 3 | 15 | 7 | 8 | 16 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 12 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Bothwell Castle 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
White | 6,224 | 124 | 70.4 | 5-15 |
White Composite 9 | 5,994 | 122 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
Yellow | 5,955 | 121 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
Yellow Composite 9 | 5,732 | 119 | 68.0 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,394 | 115 | 66.6 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,394 | 124 | 72.3 | 20-30 |
Red Composite 9 | 5,214 | 116 | 65.4 | 20-30 |
Red Composite 9 | 5,214 | 121 | 70.8 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Bothwell Castle Golf Club
Bothwell Castle Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Bothwell Castle Golf Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bothwell Castle Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Bothwell Castle Golf Club is a private golf course located in Bothwell, SCT. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Bothwell Castle Golf Club have?expand_more
Bothwell Castle Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Bothwell Castle Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Bothwell Castle Golf Club plays to 6,224 yards (par 70). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,214 to 6,224 yards.
What is the slope rating at Bothwell Castle Golf Club?expand_more
The White tees at Bothwell Castle Golf Club have a slope rating of 124 and a course rating of 70.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Bothwell Castle Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Bothwell Castle Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Bothwell Castle Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.bcgolf.co.uk/ or call 01698 801971 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Bothwell Castle Golf Club offer?expand_more
Bothwell Castle Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Bothwell Castle Golf Club located?expand_more
Bothwell Castle Golf Club is located at Uddingston Road in Bothwell, SCT. You can reach them at 01698 801971.
What is the difficulty level at Bothwell Castle Golf Club?expand_more
Bothwell Castle Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 124. It plays harder than 32% of golf courses in Scotland. The average slope rating in Scotland is 127. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Bothwell Castle Golf Club?expand_more
Bothwell Castle Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. White tees (6,224 yards, slope 124) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red Composite 9 tees (5,214 yards, slope 121) 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 Bothwell Castle Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Bothwell Castle Golf Club should play the Red Composite 9 tees, which play 5,214 yards with a slope of 121. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Bothwell Castle Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Red tees (slope 115, rating 66.6) at Bothwell Castle Golf Club would have a course handicap of 14 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 Bothwell Castle Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Bothwell Castle Golf Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.