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Dougalston Golf Club, Milngavie

Dougalston Golf Club is an 18-hole parkland course in Milngavie, seven miles north of Glasgow, set in the grounds of a Nuffield Health fitness club. Visitors are welcome seven days a week without a handicap certificate, and tee times can be booked up to seven days ahead.

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The course and its character

Dougalston measures 6,120 yards and has tree-lined fairways, natural water hazards and views over the Campsie Fells. Water comes into play from the start: the opening tee shot crosses a large pond, and bold hitters can try to carry the trees towards the green. The round finishes on a par-3 18th with water to the right and bunkers on both sides of the green. The course shares its site with the Nuffield Health Fitness & Wellbeing club at Milngavie.

Booking and visitor practicalities

Visitors can play seven days a week with no tee-time restrictions, except on Saturdays, when visitor times start from 11.30. Advance booking is required, up to seven days ahead, by phoning the pro shop or using the online booking system. No handicap certificate is needed, but every golfer must bring their own equipment. The dress code asks for a collared shirt and soft-spiked golf shoes, with no denim or tracksuits. Buggies and pull trolleys are available to hire. Buggy drivers sign a hire agreement, show a valid driving licence and pay a refundable key deposit, with a maximum of two people per buggy.

Getting there and nearby

The club is on Strathblane Road on the north side of Milngavie, where the West Highland Way begins. Douglas Park in Bearsden and Milngavie Golf Club are both nearby.

Highlights

  • 6,120-yard parkland course
  • Opening tee shot over a large pond
  • Par-3 18th with water and bunkers
  • Views over the Campsie Fells

Good to know

  • No handicap certificate required
  • Saturday visitor tee times from 11.30 only
  • Book up to seven days in advance; own equipment required
  • Buggy hire needs a valid driving licence and a refundable key deposit

Frequently asked questions

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