Royal Birkdale Golf Club United Kingdom
Royal Birkdale Golf Club is a par-72 public course in United Kingdom, playing 7,139 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 76.4 and slope of 149.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 17 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,139 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 76.4 / 149 |
| Tee Options | 10 |
| Location | United Kingdom, USA |
| Coordinates | 53.6243, -3.0373 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 7,139 | 72 | 76.4 | 149 |
| White Alternate | 6,851 | 72 | 74.9 | 147 |
| White | 6,821 | 72 | 74.9 | 147 |
| Yellow | 6,363 | 75 | 79.1 | 151 |
| Green | 6,156 | 72 | 71.5 | 135 |
| Red | 5,777 | 75 | 75.5 | 141 |
| Blue | 4,349 | 68 | 66.5 | 116 |
| Yellow | 6,363 | 75 | 79.1 | 151 |
| Red | 5,777 | 75 | 75.5 | 141 |
| Blue | 4,349 | 68 | 66.5 | 116 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 76.4/149 | 446 | 417 | 447 | 197 | 339 | 504 | 175 | 455 | 410 | 3390 | 396 | 433 | 180 | 498 | 197 | 540 | 437 | 563 | 505 | 3749 | 7139 |
| White Alternate 74.9/147 | 446 | 417 | 407 | 197 | 339 | 488 | 175 | 411 | 410 | 3290 | 396 | 385 | 180 | 470 | 197 | 540 | 369 | 517 | 507 | 3561 | 6851 |
| White 74.9/147 | 446 | 417 | 407 | 197 | 339 | 488 | 175 | 411 | 410 | 3290 | 396 | 385 | 180 | 470 | 197 | 540 | 369 | 517 | 477 | 3531 | 6821 |
| Yellow 79.1/151 | 430 | 397 | 372 | 177 | 314 | 476 | 141 | 394 | 399 | 3100 | 343 | 353 | 160 | 418 | 159 | 498 | 358 | 505 | 469 | 3263 | 6363 |
| Green 71.5/135 | 429 | 395 | 370 | 139 | 277 | 474 | 151 | 392 | 397 | 3024 | 297 | 351 | 148 | 424 | 152 | 496 | 356 | 441 | 467 | 3132 | 6156 |
| Red 75.5/141 | 418 | 390 | 324 | 164 | 302 | 446 | 113 | 353 | 356 | 2866 | 325 | 317 | 144 | 416 | 137 | 391 | 291 | 445 | 445 | 2911 | 5777 |
| Blue 66.5/116 | 288 | 253 | 242 | 138 | 273 | 323 | 46 | 287 | 274 | 2124 | 256 | 226 | 49 | 325 | 50 | 387 | 232 | 373 | 327 | 2225 | 4349 |
| Yellow 79.1/151 | 430 | 397 | 372 | 177 | 314 | 476 | 141 | 394 | 399 | 3100 | 343 | 353 | 160 | 418 | 159 | 498 | 358 | 505 | 469 | 3263 | 6363 |
| Red 75.5/141 | 418 | 390 | 324 | 164 | 302 | 446 | 113 | 353 | 356 | 2866 | 325 | 317 | 144 | 416 | 137 | 391 | 291 | 445 | 445 | 2911 | 5777 |
| Blue 66.5/116 | 288 | 253 | 242 | 138 | 273 | 323 | 46 | 287 | 274 | 2124 | 256 | 226 | 49 | 325 | 50 | 387 | 232 | 373 | 327 | 2225 | 4349 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 72 |
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Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: Black (7,139 yards, 76.4/149)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Red (5,777 yards, 75.5/141)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: Blue (4,349 yards, 66.5/116)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 7 (46 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
The longest hole on the course at 563 yards. Reachable in two for scratch golfers but a true three-shot hole for most. The smart play is two accurate shots to within wedge range.
The shortest par 3 at 175 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Royal Birkdale Golf Club?
Royal Birkdale Golf Club has a course rating of 76.4 and slope of 149 from the back tees. From the Blue tees, the rating is 66.5 with a slope of 116.
How long is Royal Birkdale Golf Club?
From the back tees, Royal Birkdale Golf Club plays 7,139 yards. The course is par 72 with 17 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What tees should I play at Royal Birkdale Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (7,139 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Blue tees (4,349 yards).
Is Royal Birkdale Golf Club public or private?
Royal Birkdale Golf Club is a public golf course in United Kingdom. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Royal Birkdale Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Southport and Ainsdale Golf Club, Formby Hall Golf Club, West Lancashire Golf Club, Royal Lytham and St Annes Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Royal Birkdale Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Royal Birkdale Golf Club with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
Does Royal Birkdale Golf Club have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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