1Corner
Par 3189 yds
Tee shot from a very elevated tee takes a club length off your choice of club, but be very careful with wind direction.
18 Hole Golf Course, Aberdeen
Established in 1903, the Haughton Course is Deeside Golf Club’s acclaimed 18-hole parkland course, set on the banks of the River Dee in the heart of Royal Deeside.
Framed by mature trees and beautiful Aberdeenshire scenery, the course features tree-lined fairways, carefully positioned bunkers, challenging greens and memorable views across the Dee Valley. Measuring approximately 6,400 yards from the black tees, it provides an enjoyable test for experienced golfers, while a choice of six tee positions ensures that players of different abilities can enjoy the course.
1903Established
18Holes
6,400Approx. Yards From the Black Tees
6Tee Positions
The Round
How the Round Unfolds
The round begins with a scenic par 3 overlooking the valley before moving through mature woodland and across the varied layout. The closing stretch brings Deeside’s striking clubhouse into view, culminating in a memorable final hole where golfers must negotiate the water before playing towards the 18th green.
Visitors are welcome to play the Haughton Course at selected times, subject to availability – advance booking is required.
The closing stretch brings Deeside’s striking clubhouse into view, culminating in a memorable final hole where golfers must negotiate the water before playing towards the 18th green.
Hole by Hole – Black Tee Yardages
1
2Fresh Fields
Par 4410 yds
3Kirk Spires
Par 5557 yds
4Allan Park
Par 4414 yds
Burn runs diagonally across fairway, being easily driveable down the left side but not the right. Middle iron for second shot to a green that runs away from you at the back.
5Shakkin Briggie
Par 3179 yds
Very difficult par 3 with one bunker guarding left side. Green is not very long on the left half, so don’t be too brave – aim for the right/centre of green.
6Westward Ho
Par 5499 yds
Par 5 with not too much trouble off the tee shot. Approach much harder to a long narrow green that throws the shots off on either side.
7Haughton
Par 4/5490 ydsSI 1
Stroke Index 1, one of the hardest holes on the course, with a fade being the required tee shot. Leaves a long iron to an angled green raised at the back.
8Plateau
Par 4353 yds
Short par 4, with longer hitters cutting the corner with their tee shot. Leaves middle/short iron to a long narrow raised green with severe runoffs on both sides.
9Lochan
Par 4330 yds
Depending on conditions, longer hitters will go for the green with their tee shot. Most play iron off tee, leaving short iron to a very tightly guarded/bunkered green, with choice of iron being crucial.
10Inchgarth
Par 4
A good drive is called for, with fairway bunkers left and trees up the right with the pond far right. Having negotiated the drive, you are left with a long iron over a burn to a sloping green, with a par being a very great reward!
11Blairs
Par 4
A good par 4 with OB down the left and bunkers right and left. Leaves a middle iron to a 2 tier green which throws off both sides. Club choice is vital for second shot.
12Banks O’Dee
Par 3176 yds
Picturesque and tough par 3. Normally into the wind to a very long raised green with OB all down the left. With such a length of green, club choice is very difficult.
13Combine
Par 5549 yds
Par 5 with OB on the right for the tee shot. Burn runs across fairway at dog leg, and is out of reach from back tees. Small narrow and heavily bunkered entrance to green calls for very straight approach shot.
14Braid’s Own
Par 3172 yds
Lovely par 3 with OB over wall at green. Ditch runs across front of green, with a deep bunker waiting after that.
15St Devenick
Par 4357 yds
Calls for a good straight drive down a fairway with large trees both sides. On second shot bottom of flag cannot be seen because of ridge, with a burn running across front of green. Try to be careful with pin placement.
16Ardoe
Par 3191 yds
The hole is made difficult by a saddle running towards the front of the green. This saddle can throw the ball off to the bunker on the left of the green or towards out of bounds and river on the right. The long green is very receptive – a good, straight high tee shot is ideal – Easy!
17Bieldside
Par 4282 yds
A driveable par 4 for long hitters but beware. The long narrow green is protected by bunkers and trees on the right and the left. Hitting the fairway with the tee shot makes the second shot a great deal easier. Be careful with the undulating green – three putts are easy.
18Doctor
Par 4/5457 yds
Very testing par 4 to finish with, requires a good straight drive leaving a long/medium iron to large green, which is well protected with bunkers, and a pond waiting short left for the not so fortunate. The ‘bale-out’ area on the right is protected by a burn running across the fairway. Most players find it long even off yellow tees.
Green Fees
Deeside Golf Club are delighted to welcome visitors to play the Haughton Course. Visitor bookings can be made at selected times subject to availability.
| Round | Summer (April – October) | Winter (November – March) |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor Green Fee | £150 | £75 |
| Scottish Resident | £120 | £60 |
Caddies can be arranged if requested at the time of booking.
Gallery
Visitor Tee Times
Visitor tee times on the Haughton Course are available at the following times, subject to availability.
| Day | Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11:00am–3:00pm |
| Tuesday | 12:00pm–3:00pm |
| Thursday | 10:00am–3:00pm |
| Friday | 3:00pm–6:00pm |
| Saturday | 4:00pm–6:00pm |
| Sunday | 1:00pm–4:00pm |
There are currently no regular visitor tee times listed for Wednesday. Advance booking is required, as availability may vary depending on member play, competitions and other club activities.
Course Information
Scorecard and Handicap Charts
Download the Haughton Course score card and view the handicap charts via the links below.
Haughton Course FAQs
Can visitors play the Haughton Course at Deeside Golf Club?
Yes. Visitors are welcome to play the Haughton Course at Deeside Golf Club during designated visitor times throughout the week, subject to availability. Advance booking is required, and visitor tee times can be booked from 5 days before the date of play.
Can I book the Haughton Course online?
Yes. Visitors can view available Haughton Course tee times and book online through the Deeside Golf Club booking system. As visitor tee times are available at selected times only, advance booking is recommended.
What type of golf course is the Haughton Course?
The Haughton Course is Deeside Golf Club’s championship 18-hole parkland course, set beside the River Dee in Royal Deeside, close to Aberdeen. The course features mature tree-lined fairways, strategically positioned bunkers and challenging greens, providing an enjoyable test for visiting golfers.
How long is the Haughton Course?
The Haughton Course measures approximately 6,400 yards from the back tees. Six teeing options are available, allowing golfers to choose a course length appropriate to their ability and enjoy a different challenge from each set of tees.
Is the Haughton Course suitable for visiting golfers of different abilities?
Yes. The Haughton Course offers an enjoyable challenge for experienced golfers, while its choice of six tee positions allows players to select a course length appropriate to their ability. Golfers looking for a shorter or more relaxed round may prefer Deeside Golf Club’s 9-hole Blairs Course.
What is the difference between the Haughton Course and the Blairs Course at Deeside Golf Club?
The Haughton Course is Deeside Golf Club’s championship 18-hole parkland course and offers a longer and more challenging round, with visitor tee times available at selected times only. The Blairs Course is Deeside Golf Club’s 9-hole course and offers a shorter, more flexible visitor golf option, with tee times available every day after 10:00am. The Blairs Course is particularly well suited to beginners, casual golfers and anyone looking for a shorter round, while the Haughton Course provides the full 18-hole championship course experience.
