Balbirnie Park Golf Club
Course at a glance
Balbirnie Park Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Glenrothes, Scotland. From the White tees, Balbirnie Park Golf Club plays to 6,276 yards at par 71. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 4,361 to 6,276 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 127 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 65% 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 Balbirnie Park Golf Club.
About Balbirnie Park Golf Club
Balbirnie Park Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Glenrothes, Scotland (KY7 6NR).. From the White tees, the course plays to 6,276 yards with a par of 71. The White tees carry a slope rating of 127 and a course rating of 70.8.
Walking is permitted.
Balbirnie Park Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 131, putting it in the upper half of courses in Scotland for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,361 to 6,276 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
71
Length
6,276
Slope
127
Rating
70.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
131
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 | 127 | 70.8 | 396 | 352 | 345 | 196 | 294 | 481 | 165 | 419 | 379 | 3027 | 514 | 176 | 455 | 337 | 166 | 390 | 389 | 319 | 503 | 3249 | 6,276 |
Yellow | 125 | 69.3 | 387 | 336 | 327 | 188 | 279 | 465 | 149 | 370 | 352 | 2853 | 501 | 153 | 439 | 323 | 155 | 372 | 366 | 305 | 476 | 3090 | 5,943 |
Yellow | 131 | 74.6 | 387 | 336 | 327 | 188 | 279 | 465 | 149 | 370 | 352 | 2853 | 501 | 153 | 439 | 323 | 155 | 372 | 366 | 305 | 476 | 3090 | 5,943 |
Orange | 119 | 66.3 | 301 | 265 | 327 | 176 | 266 | 419 | 118 | 356 | 289 | 2517 | 388 | 153 | 428 | 303 | 145 | 328 | 306 | 292 | 445 | 2788 | 5,305 |
Orange | 124 | 71.1 | 301 | 265 | 327 | 176 | 266 | 419 | 118 | 356 | 289 | 2517 | 388 | 153 | 428 | 303 | 145 | 328 | 306 | 292 | 445 | 2788 | 5,305 |
Blue | 110 | 62.5 | 252 | 232 | 229 | 161 | 150 | 412 | 110 | 228 | 257 | 2031 | 289 | 117 | 359 | 291 | 130 | 245 | 228 | 280 | 391 | 2330 | 4,361 |
Blue | 112 | 65.8 | 252 | 232 | 229 | 161 | 150 | 412 | 110 | 228 | 257 | 2031 | 289 | 117 | 359 | 291 | 130 | 245 | 228 | 280 | 391 | 2330 | 4,361 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 4 | 12 | 6 | 10 | 16 | 14 | 18 | 2 | 8 | 7 | 15 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 11 | 3 | 17 | 13 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Balbirnie Park Golf Club offers 7 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 | 6,276 | 127 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
Yellow | 5,943 | 125 | 69.3 | 12-22 |
Yellow | 5,943 | 131 | 74.6 | 12-22 |
Orange | 5,305 | 119 | 66.3 | 20-30 |
Orange | 5,305 | 124 | 71.1 | 20-30 |
Blue | 4,361 | 110 | 62.5 | 25+ |
Blue | 4,361 | 112 | 65.8 | 25+ |
Amenities at Balbirnie Park Golf Club
Balbirnie Park Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Balbirnie Park 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 Balbirnie Park Golf Club have?expand_more
Balbirnie Park Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Balbirnie Park Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Balbirnie Park Golf Club plays to 6,276 yards (par 71). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,361 to 6,276 yards.
What is the slope rating at Balbirnie Park Golf Club?expand_more
The White tees at Balbirnie Park Golf Club have a slope rating of 127 and a course rating of 70.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Balbirnie Park Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Balbirnie Park Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Balbirnie Park Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.balbirniegolf.com/ or call 01592 612095 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Balbirnie Park Golf Club offer?expand_more
Balbirnie Park Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Balbirnie Park Golf Club located?expand_more
Balbirnie Park Golf Club is located at Balbirnie Park in Glenrothes, SCT. You can reach them at 01592 612095.
What is the difficulty level at Balbirnie Park Golf Club?expand_more
Balbirnie Park Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 131. It plays harder than 65% 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 Balbirnie Park Golf Club?expand_more
Balbirnie Park Golf Club offers 7 tee sets. White tees (6,276 yards, slope 127) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Blue tees (4,361 yards, slope 112) 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 Balbirnie Park Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Balbirnie Park Golf Club should play the Blue tees, which play 4,361 yards with a slope of 112. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Balbirnie Park Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Orange tees (slope 119, rating 66.3) at Balbirnie Park 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 Balbirnie Park Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Balbirnie Park 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.