King James VI Golf Club
Course at a glance
King James VI Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Perth, Scotland. From the White tees, King James VI Golf Club plays to 6,008 yards at par 70. The course offers 11 sets of tees ranging from 3,399 to 6,008 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 122 and a course rating of 69.0, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 69% 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 King James VI Golf Club.
About King James VI Golf Club
King James VI Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Perth, Scotland (PH2 8NR).. From the White tees, the course plays to 6,008 yards with a par of 70. The White tees carry a slope rating of 122 and a course rating of 69.0.
Walking is permitted.
King James VI Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 132, 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 11 tee sets ranging from 3,399 to 6,008 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
6,008
Slope
122
Rating
69.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
132
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 | 122 | 69.0 | 347 | 348 | 193 | 474 | 177 | 320 | 312 | 529 | 433 | 3133 | 342 | 368 | 270 | 168 | 360 | 270 | 494 | 173 | 430 | 2875 | 6,008 |
White | 132 | 74.8 | 347 | 348 | 193 | 474 | 177 | 320 | 312 | 529 | 433 | 3133 | 342 | 368 | 270 | 168 | 360 | 270 | 494 | 173 | 430 | 2875 | 6,008 |
White Short | 120 | 68.2 | 362 | 348 | 196 | 474 | 179 | 325 | 312 | 529 | 433 | 3158 | 342 | 287 | 195 | 115 | 358 | 270 | 494 | 173 | 430 | 2664 | 5,822 |
Yellow | 118 | 67.4 | 333 | 338 | 184 | 463 | 165 | 307 | 298 | 519 | 420 | 3027 | 331 | 362 | 266 | 159 | 305 | 238 | 399 | 158 | 423 | 2641 | 5,668 |
Yellow | 128 | 73.0 | 333 | 338 | 184 | 463 | 165 | 307 | 298 | 519 | 420 | 3027 | 331 | 362 | 266 | 159 | 305 | 238 | 399 | 158 | 423 | 2641 | 5,668 |
Red | 116 | 66.4 | 323 | 332 | 175 | 455 | 133 | 300 | 293 | 510 | 407 | 2928 | 320 | 356 | 262 | 147 | 300 | 238 | 373 | 144 | 416 | 2556 | 5,484 |
Red | 126 | 72.0 | 323 | 332 | 175 | 455 | 133 | 300 | 293 | 510 | 407 | 2928 | 320 | 356 | 262 | 147 | 300 | 238 | 373 | 144 | 416 | 2556 | 5,484 |
Yellow Short | 116 | 66.2 | 346 | 338 | 186 | 463 | 157 | 317 | 300 | 519 | 420 | 3046 | 331 | 277 | 195 | 93 | 308 | 238 | 393 | 158 | 423 | 2416 | 5,462 |
Red short | 124 | 70.8 | 330 | 328 | 176 | 452 | 133 | 308 | 293 | 510 | 407 | 2937 | 320 | 267 | 195 | 82 | 297 | 238 | 378 | 144 | 416 | 2337 | 5,274 |
Winter | 98 | 58.4 | 240 | 252 | 122 | 281 | 92 | 242 | 183 | 132 | 170 | 1714 | 210 | 173 | 109 | 214 | 151 | 105 | 281 | 134 | 308 | 1685 | 3,399 |
Winter | 105 | 60.5 | 240 | 252 | 122 | 281 | 92 | 242 | 183 | 132 | 170 | 1714 | 210 | 173 | 109 | 214 | 151 | 105 | 281 | 134 | 308 | 1685 | 3,399 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 11 | 13 | 1 | 17 | 9 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 4 | 14 | 6 | 18 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
King James VI Golf Club offers 11 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 | 6,008 | 122 | 69.0 | 12-22 |
White | 6,008 | 132 | 74.8 | 12-22 |
White Short | 5,822 | 120 | 68.2 | 12-22 |
Yellow | 5,668 | 118 | 67.4 | 20-30 |
Yellow | 5,668 | 128 | 73.0 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,484 | 116 | 66.4 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,484 | 126 | 72.0 | 20-30 |
Yellow Short | 5,462 | 116 | 66.2 | 20-30 |
Red short | 5,274 | 124 | 70.8 | 20-30 |
Winter | 3,399 | 98 | 58.4 | 25+ |
Winter | 3,399 | 105 | 60.5 | 25+ |
Amenities at King James VI Golf Club
King James VI Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for King James VI 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 King James VI Golf Club have?expand_more
King James VI Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at King James VI Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, King James VI Golf Club plays to 6,008 yards (par 70). The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 3,399 to 6,008 yards.
What is the slope rating at King James VI Golf Club?expand_more
The White tees at King James VI Golf Club have a slope rating of 122 and a course rating of 69.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk King James VI Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at King James VI Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at King James VI Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.kingjamesvi.co.uk/ or call 01738 632460 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does King James VI Golf Club offer?expand_more
King James VI Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is King James VI Golf Club located?expand_more
King James VI Golf Club is located at Moncreiffe Island in Perth, SCT. You can reach them at 01738 632460.
What is the difficulty level at King James VI Golf Club?expand_more
King James VI Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 132. It plays harder than 69% 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 King James VI Golf Club?expand_more
King James VI Golf Club offers 11 tee sets. White tees (6,008 yards, slope 122) are recommended for mid-handicap golfers. Winter tees (3,399 yards, slope 105) 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 King James VI Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at King James VI Golf Club should play the Winter tees, which play 3,399 yards with a slope of 105. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at King James VI Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Red tees (slope 116, rating 66.4) at King James VI 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 King James VI Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at King James VI 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.