Dumfries and County Golf Club
As shown in the image, the fairway bunker at the 6th hole has been removed. In its place, a shallow turf bunker has been created on the approach to the green. With the practice area on the right now designated as out of bounds, the removal of the bunker has widened the approach to the green
The right hand bunker at the 3rd hole had issues with washing out and stones. The bunker has been reshaped and constructed using materials from Durabunker, using a woven fabric liner and synthetic turf to construct the bunker wall the bunker will be resistant to wash outs and sand contamination.
As the season quickly approaches, we are excited to announce that the final stages of facility development are well underway.
The completion of the facility is nearly here, with the ball dispenser, ball washer, sponsor signs, and ball collector all in their final stages of installation.
Some final touch-up work on the outfield area and reshaping of the 7th fairway will take place in early March, once the weather warms up.
Our goal is to have the full facility, including the booking system, fully operational one week prior to opening day.
The short course is expected to open later in April once the grass has had a chance to grow in.
Price lists and packages will go live in mid-March, and we’ll be offering 20 special packages for ball hire—be sure to keep an eye out!
James Erskine
PGA Professional
Dumfries & County Golf Club
We were fortunate that the damage from Storm Eowyn was minimal. Several trees fell along the bypass from the second green to the 5th tee area, blocking the road. However, Jason McGill, a tree surgeon, and the Greenstaff team cleared the road within a few hours. On the course, there were some branches and debris to clear, but nothing significant.
| A large Beech tree fell across the front of the 5th green, this has been cleared up with some turf repairs to be carried out. |
The range is now available for use by members. During this trial period, please utilize your own balls or contact the pro shop, which has a limited supply. The ball dispenser and booking system will be operational online in the spring for the official opening.