Mortonhall Golf Club
Course at a glance
Mortonhall Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Edinburgh, Scotland. From the Blue tees, Mortonhall Golf Club plays to 6,519 yards at par 72. The course offers 12 sets of tees ranging from 3,698 to 6,519 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.8, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 97% of rated golf courses in Scotland. 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 Mortonhall Golf Club.
About Mortonhall Golf Club
Mortonhall Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Edinburgh, Scotland (EH10 6PB).. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,519 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.8.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 145, Mortonhall Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in Scotland, playing harder than 97% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 3,698 to 6,519 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
6,519
Slope
132
Rating
72.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
145
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 132 | 72.8 | 357 | 461 | 168 | 561 | 364 | 329 | 189 | 511 | 330 | 3270 | 146 | 394 | 502 | 427 | 386 | 510 | 334 | 149 | 401 | 3249 | 6,519 |
Blue | 145 | 79.5 | 357 | 461 | 168 | 561 | 364 | 329 | 189 | 511 | 330 | 3270 | 146 | 394 | 502 | 427 | 386 | 510 | 334 | 149 | 401 | 3249 | 6,519 |
White | 129 | 71.7 | 345 | 430 | 165 | 546 | 354 | 312 | 178 | 500 | 323 | 3153 | 130 | 382 | 480 | 420 | 369 | 502 | 317 | 135 | 383 | 3118 | 6,271 |
White | 142 | 78.1 | 345 | 430 | 165 | 546 | 354 | 312 | 178 | 500 | 323 | 3153 | 130 | 382 | 480 | 420 | 369 | 502 | 317 | 135 | 383 | 3118 | 6,271 |
Winter | 122 | 68.7 | 321 | 378 | 149 | 512 | 325 | 296 | 169 | 484 | 307 | 2941 | 112 | 333 | 471 | 356 | 350 | 449 | 296 | 131 | 375 | 2873 | 5,814 |
Winter | 132 | 73.9 | 321 | 378 | 149 | 512 | 325 | 296 | 169 | 484 | 307 | 2941 | 112 | 333 | 471 | 356 | 350 | 449 | 296 | 131 | 375 | 2873 | 5,814 |
Green | 123 | 69.0 | 281 | 411 | 149 | 512 | 293 | 303 | 159 | 441 | 296 | 2845 | 112 | 323 | 434 | 356 | 363 | 450 | 311 | 122 | 375 | 2846 | 5,691 |
Green | 134 | 74.5 | 281 | 411 | 149 | 512 | 293 | 303 | 159 | 441 | 296 | 2845 | 112 | 323 | 434 | 356 | 363 | 450 | 311 | 122 | 375 | 2846 | 5,691 |
Orange | 116 | 66.6 | 274 | 373 | 136 | 336 | 322 | 298 | 166 | 482 | 306 | 2693 | 122 | 324 | 386 | 344 | 352 | 453 | 297 | 123 | 344 | 2745 | 5,438 |
Orange | 124 | 70.9 | 274 | 373 | 136 | 336 | 266 | 298 | 166 | 419 | 277 | 2545 | 122 | 324 | 386 | 344 | 352 | 453 | 297 | 123 | 344 | 2745 | 5,290 |
Black | 105 | 60.0 | 170 | 248 | 146 | 324 | 218 | 184 | 90 | 339 | 160 | 1879 | 106 | 227 | 302 | 229 | 221 | 239 | 196 | 84 | 215 | 1819 | 3,698 |
Black | 111 | 63.4 | 170 | 248 | 146 | 324 | 218 | 184 | 90 | 339 | 160 | 1879 | 106 | 227 | 302 | 229 | 221 | 239 | 196 | 84 | 215 | 1819 | 3,698 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 1 | 11 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 5 | 16 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 10 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Mortonhall Golf Club offers 12 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 | 6,519 | 132 | 72.8 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,519 | 145 | 79.5 | 5-15 |
White | 6,271 | 129 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
White | 6,271 | 142 | 78.1 | 5-15 |
Winter | 5,814 | 122 | 68.7 | 12-22 |
Winter | 5,814 | 132 | 73.9 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,691 | 123 | 69.0 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,691 | 134 | 74.5 | 20-30 |
Orange | 5,438 | 116 | 66.6 | 20-30 |
Orange | 5,290 | 124 | 70.9 | 20-30 |
Black | 3,698 | 105 | 60.0 | 25+ |
Black | 3,698 | 111 | 63.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Mortonhall Golf Club
Mortonhall Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Mortonhall 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 Mortonhall Golf Club have?expand_more
Mortonhall Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Mortonhall Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Mortonhall Golf Club plays to 6,271 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 3,698 to 6,519 yards.
What is the slope rating at Mortonhall Golf Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at Mortonhall Golf Club have a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Mortonhall Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Mortonhall Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Mortonhall Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.mortonhallgc.co.uk/ or call 01314 476974 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Mortonhall Golf Club offer?expand_more
Mortonhall Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Mortonhall Golf Club located?expand_more
Mortonhall Golf Club is located at 231 Braid Road in Edinburgh, SCT. You can reach them at 01314 476974.
What is the difficulty level at Mortonhall Golf Club?expand_more
Mortonhall Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 145. It plays harder than 97% 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 Mortonhall Golf Club?expand_more
Mortonhall Golf Club offers 12 tee sets. Blue tees (6,519 yards, slope 132) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Black tees (3,698 yards, slope 111) 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 Mortonhall Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Mortonhall Golf Club should play the Black tees, which play 3,698 yards with a slope of 111. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Mortonhall Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Green tees (slope 123, rating 69.0) at Mortonhall Golf Club would have a course handicap of 13 and an expected score of approximately 85. 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 Mortonhall Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Mortonhall 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.