
Bidermann Course
Bidermann Golf Club

About this course
Bidermann Golf Club, nestled amid the rolling landscapes of Wilmington, Delaware, has long been a private sanctuary where generations have honed their games away from the spotlight. It is a retreat, and a test for the mid-handicap player. Crafted during the mid-20th century, Bidermann presents a classic parkland layout that meanders through mature deciduous trees and gentle hills. The course is not overly long, and doesn’t demand tour-level distance but instead rewards strategic play and a deft touch around the greens. Favoring a draw, this course will challenge you if you are a natural fader of the ball. While not known for hosting major championships, Bidermann is a beloved venue for regional and member competitions. The original design bears the mark of a respected, though not widely celebrated, architect of the era, one who prioritized playability and natural integration with the existing landscape. The club has remained largely unchanged since its inception. It remains a favorite of those who value a traditional golfing experience above all else.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in DE
Quick facts
- Location
- Wilmington, DE, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1964
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Dick Wilson
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,766 yards
- Difficulty
- 77.4/133
- Course Vaults score
- 8.4
Getting there
The journey to Bidermann Golf Club begins at Philadelphia International Airport, just thirty miles to the south, where the transition from urban corridor to Delaware's pastoral Brandywine Valley unfolds in less than an hour. Those arriving by private aircraft may prefer New Castle Airport, a discreet facility mere minutes from the club's gates. The final approach traces the gentle contours of the Brandywine Creek watershed, where rolling farmland and centuries-old stone walls give way to the wooded enclave that shields one of the region's most guarded golfing sanctuaries - a fitting prelude to a club that has remained deliberately out of view since its founding.

FAQ
Common questions about Bidermann
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Bidermann has a Course Vaults score of 8.4 out of 10 based on 40 logged golfers.
Bidermann was designed by Dick Wilson.
Bidermann is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Bidermann is 72.
Bidermann plays 6,766 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Bidermann is 133.




