Musselburgh Golf Club
Course at a glance
Musselburgh Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Musselburgh, Scotland. From the Black tees, Musselburgh Golf Club plays to 6,840 yards at par 71. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 4,953 to 6,840 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.9, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 75% 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 Musselburgh Golf Club.
About Musselburgh Golf Club
Musselburgh Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Musselburgh, Scotland.. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,840 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.9.
Walking is permitted.
Musselburgh Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 134, 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 8 tee sets ranging from 4,953 to 6,840 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
6,840
Slope
132
Rating
72.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
134
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 132 | 72.9 | 377 | 452 | 146 | 558 | 402 | 156 | 532 | 435 | 404 | 3462 | 445 | 185 | 490 | 379 | 419 | 412 | 166 | 409 | 473 | 3378 | 6,840 |
White | 131 | 72.4 | 377 | 452 | 146 | 531 | 402 | 156 | 482 | 400 | 404 | 3350 | 445 | 185 | 490 | 379 | 419 | 412 | 166 | 409 | 473 | 3378 | 6,728 |
Yellow | 127 | 70.2 | 346 | 393 | 124 | 500 | 384 | 142 | 441 | 386 | 379 | 3095 | 394 | 180 | 463 | 367 | 383 | 385 | 154 | 396 | 424 | 3146 | 6,241 |
Yellow | 134 | 76.6 | 346 | 393 | 124 | 500 | 384 | 142 | 441 | 386 | 379 | 3095 | 394 | 180 | 463 | 367 | 383 | 385 | 154 | 396 | 424 | 3146 | 6,241 |
Red | 122 | 67.4 | 331 | 399 | 112 | 442 | 370 | 122 | 407 | 257 | 388 | 2828 | 317 | 168 | 413 | 348 | 398 | 338 | 113 | 377 | 380 | 2852 | 5,680 |
Red | 128 | 73.4 | 334 | 393 | 115 | 452 | 373 | 121 | 411 | 258 | 387 | 2844 | 324 | 168 | 413 | 353 | 398 | 344 | 112 | 288 | 381 | 2781 | 5,625 |
Blue | 115 | 64.2 | 332 | 306 | 112 | 368 | 280 | 120 | 407 | 256 | 277 | 2458 | 319 | 166 | 271 | 246 | 383 | 337 | 109 | 287 | 377 | 2495 | 4,953 |
Blue | 119 | 69.5 | 332 | 306 | 112 | 368 | 280 | 120 | 407 | 256 | 277 | 2458 | 319 | 166 | 271 | 246 | 383 | 337 | 109 | 287 | 377 | 2495 | 4,953 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 10 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 16 | 8 | 4 | 12 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 7 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 11 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Musselburgh 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,840 | 132 | 72.9 | 0-5 |
White | 6,728 | 131 | 72.4 | 0-5 |
Yellow | 6,241 | 127 | 70.2 | 5-15 |
Yellow | 6,241 | 134 | 76.6 | 5-15 |
Red | 5,680 | 122 | 67.4 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,625 | 128 | 73.4 | 20-30 |
Blue | 4,953 | 115 | 64.2 | 25+ |
Blue | 4,953 | 119 | 69.5 | 25+ |
Amenities at Musselburgh Golf Club
Musselburgh Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Musselburgh 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 Musselburgh Golf Club have?expand_more
Musselburgh Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Musselburgh Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Musselburgh Golf Club plays to 6,728 yards (par 71). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,953 to 6,840 yards.
What is the slope rating at Musselburgh Golf Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Musselburgh Golf Club have a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Musselburgh Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Musselburgh Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Musselburgh Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.themusselburghgolfclub.com/ or call 01316 652005 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Musselburgh Golf Club offer?expand_more
Musselburgh Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Musselburgh Golf Club located?expand_more
Musselburgh Golf Club is located at Monktonhall in Musselburgh, SCT. You can reach them at 01316 652005.
What is the difficulty level at Musselburgh Golf Club?expand_more
Musselburgh Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 134. It plays harder than 75% 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 Musselburgh Golf Club?expand_more
Musselburgh Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. Black tees (6,840 yards, slope 132) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Blue tees (4,953 yards, slope 119) 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 Musselburgh Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Musselburgh Golf Club should play the Blue tees, which play 4,953 yards with a slope of 119. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Musselburgh Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Red tees (slope 122, rating 67.4) at Musselburgh Golf Club would have a course handicap of 16 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 Musselburgh Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Musselburgh 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.