King James VI Course

King James VI Golf Club

Perth, Perth and Kinross, Scotland
Public
18 holesPar 706,038 yds72.3/128
akeracher
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About this course

King James VI Golf Club, situated on Moncreiffe Island in the River Tay at Perth, traces its origins to 1858, making it one of Scotland's older clubs. The course was laid out by Old Tom Morris, whose design work across Scotland in the latter half of the 19th century helped establish many enduring layouts. The club takes its name from King James VI of Scotland, who is said to have played an early form of golf in Perth during the early 17th century, lending historical resonance to the site. The course occupies relatively flat parkland on the island, with mature trees framing many holes and the River Tay forming a natural boundary. The routing makes use of the confined island setting, creating a compact layout that requires accuracy rather than length. Several holes play alongside or near the water, and the tree-lined character demands thoughtful course management. The design reflects the straightforward strategic principles of Morris's era, with well-positioned hazards and greens that reward proper approach angles. King James VI serves as an accessible municipal facility, welcoming visitors and local golfers throughout the season. The island location provides a distinctive setting within the city of Perth, offering a parkland experience shaped by both its Victorian design heritage and its unusual geography. The course represents a piece of Scottish golf history that remains active and playable, maintaining its connection to the game's development in the 19th century.

Quick facts

Location
Perth, Perth and Kinross, Scotland
Access
Public
Year built
1858
Holes
18
Par
70
Length
6,038 yards
Difficulty
72.3/128

Getting there

The journey to King James VI Golf Club begins at Edinburgh Airport, roughly an hour's drive north through the fertile heart of central Scotland. As the motorway yields to the outskirts of Perth, the landscape softens into rolling farmland and the first glimpses of the Highland foothills beyond. The club sits on Moncreiffe Island in the River Tay, accessed via a quiet road that crosses onto this tranquil wooded sanctuary - an unexpectedly secluded arrival for a course so close to the historic royal burgh's center.

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Common questions about King James VI

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

King James VI was designed by Old Tom Morris.

Yes. King James VI is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at King James VI is 70.

King James VI plays 6,038 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at King James VI is 128.

King James VI is a 18-hole course.

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