DESTINATIONGOLF. TRAVEL PERTHSHIRE & HEARTLANDS
Downfield
Set amidst deep woodland, Downfield has that sweet, lazy parkland feel where holes are embraced by mature trees and several greens are cocooned by them. Downfield was designed originally by James Braid, in 1932, although only a few of his holes remain. It is often listed among Britain’ s favourite parklands... given that water appears on seven holes and you are constantly overshadowed by the endless and elegant woodland it is little wonder. The course plays to a par of 70 or 73: three par fives( back tees) become formidable par fours from the forward tees. There is wonderful shape to Downfield, especially on the back nine. Don’ t be surprised if you haven’ t heard of it … do be surprised if you don’ t fall in love with it.
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Fred Walker was appointed the club’ s first Professional in 1930, a position he held for 39 years. His son, Bobby, broke the course record by 6 strokes( 63) – at the age of 14.
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