The Olde Farm
About The Olde Farm
The Olde Farm is a 18-hole golf course located in Bristol, Virginia (24202). The course was designed by Bobby Weed and established in 2000. From the Championship tees, the course plays to 7,119 yards with a par of 71. The Championship tees carry a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 75.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 143, The Olde Farm is one of the more challenging courses in Virginia, playing harder than 87% of 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 8 tee sets ranging from 4,716 to 7,119 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
7,119
Slope
143
Rating
75.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
143
This Course
136
VA Average
113
US Average
Based on 207 rated courses in Virginia
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Championship | 143 | 75.0 | 589 | 502 | 438 | 235 | 338 | 219 | 417 | 322 | 388 | 3448 | 445 | 498 | 208 | 490 | 386 | 165 | 461 | 468 | 550 | 3671 | 7,119 |
Medal | 138 | 72.7 | 537 | 415 | 408 | 210 | 331 | 188 | 401 | 279 | 379 | 3148 | 409 | 491 | 187 | 434 | 374 | 151 | 441 | 453 | 521 | 3461 | 6,609 |
Member | 135 | 75.7 | 507 | 405 | 382 | 205 | 324 | 168 | 380 | 278 | 346 | 2995 | 375 | 466 | 171 | 364 | 358 | 130 | 359 | 420 | 478 | 3121 | 6,116 |
Member | 134 | 69.9 | 507 | 417 | 403 | 209 | 312 | 173 | 377 | 280 | 349 | 3027 | 378 | 461 | 155 | 363 | 354 | 125 | 355 | 388 | 444 | 3023 | 6,050 |
Gold | 126 | 71.7 | 471 | 361 | 296 | 140 | 276 | 148 | 329 | 265 | 316 | 2602 | 336 | 415 | 133 | 337 | 335 | 124 | 307 | 350 | 439 | 2776 | 5,378 |
Senior | 127 | 66.9 | 471 | 361 | 296 | 140 | 276 | 148 | 329 | 265 | 316 | 2602 | 336 | 415 | 133 | 337 | 335 | 124 | 307 | 350 | 439 | 2776 | 5,378 |
Red | 120 | 67.7 | 425 | 311 | 258 | 137 | 256 | 143 | 272 | 245 | 286 | 2333 | 245 | 403 | 112 | 271 | 258 | 78 | 285 | 316 | 415 | 2383 | 4,716 |
Forward | 121 | 63.8 | 425 | 311 | 258 | 137 | 256 | 143 | 272 | 245 | 286 | 2333 | 245 | 403 | 112 | 271 | 258 | 78 | 285 | 316 | 415 | 2383 | 4,716 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 16 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 18 | 10 | 7 | 13 | 11 | 5 | 9 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 15 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Olde Farm offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Championship | 7,119 | 143 | 75.0 | 0-5 |
Medal | 6,609 | 138 | 72.7 | 5-15 |
Member | 6,116 | 135 | 75.7 | 12-22 |
Member | 6,050 | 134 | 69.9 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,378 | 126 | 71.7 | 20-30 |
Senior | 5,378 | 127 | 66.9 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,716 | 120 | 67.7 | 25+ |
Forward | 4,716 | 121 | 63.8 | 25+ |
Amenities at The Olde Farm
The Olde Farm features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for The Olde Farm. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Olde Farm a public or private golf course?expand_more
The Olde Farm is a public golf course located in Bristol, VA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does The Olde Farm have?expand_more
The Olde Farm is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 2000. The course was designed by Bobby Weed.
What is the yardage at The Olde Farm?expand_more
From the Championship tees, The Olde Farm plays to 7,119 yards (par 71). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,716 to 7,119 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Olde Farm?expand_more
The Championship tees at The Olde Farm have a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 75.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Olde Farm?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at The Olde Farm. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Olde Farm?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at The Olde Farm. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.theoldefarm.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does The Olde Farm offer?expand_more
The Olde Farm offers a pro shop.
Where is The Olde Farm located?expand_more
The Olde Farm is located at 16639 Old Jonesboro Road in Bristol, VA 24202. You can reach them at +1-276-669-8626.
What is the difficulty level at The Olde Farm?expand_more
The Olde Farm is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 143. It plays harder than 87% of golf courses in Virginia. The average slope rating in Virginia is 136. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at The Olde Farm?expand_more
The Olde Farm offers 8 tee sets. Championship tees (7,119 yards, slope 143) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Forward tees (4,716 yards, slope 121) 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 The Olde Farm?expand_more
Beginners at The Olde Farm should play the Forward tees, which play 4,716 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 The Olde Farm?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 126, rating 71.7) at The Olde Farm would have a course handicap of 17 and an expected score of approximately 88. This is calculated using the USGA 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 The Olde Farm?expand_more
A typical round at The Olde Farm 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.