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Graveyard Course

Bent Brook Golf Club

Birmingham, AL, USA
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Public: #35

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About this course

Bent Brook Golf Club's Graveyard course sits in the Birmingham area of Alabama, designed by Ward Northrup. The course takes its name from a historic cemetery that remains on the property, a distinctive feature that lends both character and a sense of place to the routing. Northrup, who worked extensively across the Southeast during the mid-to-late twentieth century, crafted layouts that typically emphasized playability while respecting natural terrain, and Graveyard reflects this approach within the rolling topography common to this part of central Alabama. The course occupies land that transitions between wooded sections and more open terrain, with elevation changes that provide variety in shot requirements and strategic options. The presence of the cemetery creates a unique landmark and influences the routing in ways that distinguish Graveyard from more conventional suburban layouts. Bent Brook operates as a semi-private facility, offering both member and public access, which has made it a familiar venue for Birmingham-area golfers seeking a solid test without the exclusivity of the region's private clubs. The course serves as one of multiple layouts at the Bent Brook complex, providing options for different skill levels and preferences. Its design reflects the practical, member-focused golf architecture that characterized much of Northrup's portfolio—courses built to be maintained efficiently and played regularly rather than to chase national rankings or host major championships.

Quick facts

Location
Birmingham, AL, USA
Access
Public
Year built
1988
Holes
9
Par
36
Length
3,490 yards
Difficulty
36.3/129
Course Vaults score
6.8

Getting there

Bent Brook Golf Club sits within easy reach of Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM), a straightforward drive of roughly thirty minutes southeast through the rolling terrain of central Alabama. For those arriving by private aircraft, nearby Bham Executive Airport (EDG) offers a discrete alternative closer to the club's leafy perimeter in the Homewood area. The final miles unfold through tree-lined residential roads that gradually transition from suburban Birmingham into the quiet, manicured grounds where Bent Brook's championship layout awaits - a serene arrival that mirrors the course's own retreat from the bustle of the city.

FAQ

Common questions about Graveyard at Bent Brook Golf Club

Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.

Graveyard at Bent Brook Golf Club has a Course Vaults score of 6.8 out of 10 based on 17 logged golfers.

Graveyard was designed by Ward Northrup.

Yes. Graveyard at Bent Brook Golf Club is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at Graveyard is 36.

Graveyard plays 3,490 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Graveyard is 129.

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