Award-winning golf in the stunning Dumfriesshire countryside at
Crichton Golf Club
The Directors and Senior Management of Your Golfer Magazine are delighted to introduce the winner of the ‘Dumfries & Galloway Golf Club of the Year Award for 2019’ as Crichton Golf Club whist id idyllically located in the picturesque Dumfriesshire countryside. One of Scotland’s hidden gems, Crichton Royal Golf Club was founded in 1884 when it was formed by staff of the Crichton Royal mental institution.
Dumfries & Galloway Golf Club of the Year 2019
The award-winning golf club was forced to move location in 1900 and a small clubhouse was erected in 1902. However, due to expansion plans by the institution, the golf club began work on a new course at its current location.
The Award Winning Crichton Golf Club since 1884
Officially opened on Bankend Road in 1970, the club’s name was changed to ‘Crichton Golf Club’ in 1997 and a new and extended clubhouse was opened in 1999 providing first class facilities for members and visitors. Bar and function room facilities were also added at this time. Today, the tight nine hole golf course with tree-lined fairways calls for the utmost in accuracy from the tees. The parkland course is set on the side of a hill with lots of mature trees. The elevated position of the first few holes boasts magnificent views of the surrounding Dumfriesshire countryside. At 2,976 yards, the par 69 Crichton golf course is kept in excellent condition all year round with the greens recognised as some of the best in the area. The clubhouse bar is open to the public seven days a week with a wide selection of ales, beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks as well as daily catering options. The golf club also host many functions throughout the year which they provide full catering for.
Why not see for yourself? When visiting Crichton Golf Club, you must explore the surrounding Dumfriesshire countryside. Dumfries & Galloway offers 200 miles of expansive coastline, rolling countryside and dramatic landscapes. The terrain is ideal for golf with some of the most celebrated names in Scottish golf having played a part in shaping the high standard of golf courses that can be enjoyed in the region. There are many advantages to visiting Dumfries & Galloway, the warm rush of the Gulf Stream which provides the region with a mild climate, the spectacular scenery and the many accommodation and entertainment providers that can be enjoyed away from the fairways. A wooded parkland golf course with breath taking views, Crichton Golf Club is located one mile outside of Dumfries on Bankend Road.
The golf club extends a warm welcome to societies and visiting parties throughout the week. Groups can select from a range of customisable packages to make their golf day a pleasant and affordable experience whilst, Crichton’s professional team are on hand to ensure that the event runs smoothly.
Crichton Golf Club 1884
The Crichton Golf Course is a suberbly appointed wooded parkland course
Crichton Golf Club 1884
Bankend Road | Dumfries | DG1 4TH
01387 254 946 | 07770553320 | crichtongolf@hotmail.co.uk www.crichtongolfclub.co.uk