Historic Parkland Course
Established in 1903 by former Open Champion Willie Fernie and later enhanced by five-time Open Champion James Braid, Caldwell combines a rich golfing heritage with a peaceful parkland setting.
Quick Overview
Caldwell Golf Club at a Glance
Caldwell is a mature parkland course situated near Uplawmoor, on the border of East Ayrshire and East Renfrewshire. With 18 holes and a par of 71, the course combines wide, undulating fairways with a mixture of flat and gently sloping holes, mature trees and several demanding longer holes.
18 Holes
Course layout
Par 71
Course par
Scotland
Country
Parkland Style
Course character
About the course
A course where the scorecard tells the story
At 5,774 yards, Caldwell isn't particularly long by modern standards, but the scorecard shows that length isn't the only thing that determines how a round goes. The 18-hole, par-71 layout offers a good mix of holes, with enough variety to keep things interesting throughout the round.
For a mid-handicapper, it feels like the kind of course where keeping the ball in play and avoiding the bigger mistakes can make all the difference. There are opportunities to put together a good round, but Caldwell has enough about it to punish a few loose shots along the way. Overall, it’s a traditional parkland course that offers a solid test without relying on length alone.
Course Highlights
What makes Caldwell Golf Club interesting?
Beautiful, Varied Layout
The course features wide, undulating fairways, gentle slopes and tree-lined holes, offering a pleasant mix of scenery and challenge throughout the round.
Memorable Signature Holes
From the water hazard at Lugton Water to the dramatic Risk an’ Hope par 3, Caldwell has plenty of distinctive holes to remember as favourites to ever play.
Scorecard
One hole at a time, we play
A true reflection of a mid handicapper on the course, so you can compare yourself to it.
| Caldwell Golf Club | +35 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yardage | 382 | 409 | 147 | 288 | 452 | 324 | 162 | 289 | 294 | 2747 | 339 | 355 | 307 | 356 | 262 | 388 | 151 | 491 | 378 | 3027 | 5774 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Score | 7 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 55 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 6 | 51 | 106 |
Front 9
The way out
The front nine was where the round really got away.
The score was 55, with 7s on the opening two holes before a 3 on the par-3 third.
The fifth was the biggest hole of the round, producing a 10 on the par-5.
That was followed by an 8 on the sixth, meaning two holes accounted for a large chunk of the damage.
The ninth was much better, finishing with a 4.
Back 9
And the way in
The back nine was an improvement, finishing at 51.
There were five consecutive 5s from holes 12 through 16, showing a much steadier spell of golf.
The 17th produced another 8 before a 6 on the last.
Final verdict
Our review of Caldwell Golf Club
Caldwell Golf Club stands out for its combination of history, traditional parkland golf and accessibility. The course has a clear Scottish identity, but its location close to Glasgow makes it a convenient option for golfers looking to experience a historic inland course without travelling deep into the countryside.
The layout offers plenty of variety, from shorter par 3s to demanding long par 4s and par 5s. The tree-lined fairways and undulating terrain mean that positioning from the tee can be important, while the longer holes provide opportunities for golfers who can strike the ball well. One of Caldwell's biggest attractions is its history.
The interesting thing about Caldwell is the difference between the course score and the personal scorecard. A 106 doesn't mean the course was poor. Quite the opposite — the round shows how much the golfer's own game can influence the final score.
Overall, Caldwell is a traditional Scottish parkland course with a strong historical pedigree and a varied 18-hole layout. Its combination of location, course character and facilities makes it an interesting course to consider when exploring golf around Glasgow and Renfrewshire.
Course Gallery
Explore Caldwell Golf Club
A selection of images from the course and our visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Caldwell Golf Club FAQs
Prices vary but a mid day weekend tee time can be booked for around £35.
Visitor tee times can be booked through the Caldwell Golf Club website.
The course is well equipped with a Clubhouse, bar and restaurant, pro shop, practice area, golf simulator, buggy and trolley hire, lockers.
Yes. Caldwell offers buggy and trolley hire for visitors.
Contact
Caldwell Golf Club Information
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