Barum Course – Hole by Hole Guide



Hole 1 – Par 4 (S.I. 15)
A welcoming opening hole that plays downhill, offering the longer hitters a tempting opportunity from the tee. While the elevation change makes it feel shorter, the real challenge is on the green, which has plenty of movement to test your putting touch.
Hole 2 – Par 4 (S.I. 9)
A strong uphill par 4 where a well-placed drive is crucial. The fairway bunkers demand accuracy off the tee, and the approach shot must be well-judged as the green sits above you, making distance control tricky.
Hole 3 – Par 4 (S.I. 7)
A fantastic hole played from an elevated tee with trees framing the fairway. Water sits to either side of the tee shot but should not come into play if well-struck. A fairway bunker adds to the challenge before the hole gently doglegs right to a generous green.
Hole 4 – Par 4 (S.I. 3)
A tough, long par 4 played across the slope. The fairway moves significantly from right to left, with a well-placed bunker waiting to catch anything too far left. The green is multi-tiered, and going long is not recommended.
Hole 5 – Par 5 (S.I. 11)
A well-designed par 5 along the higher ground of the course. Bunkers left and right guard the tee shot, but if you can navigate these, you may be tempted to go for the green. Trees and thick rough line both sides, and the green has plenty of undulation, making club selection vital.
Hole 6 – Par 3 (S.I. 17)
A superb downhill par 3 where club selection is key. The surrounding trees can make wind judgment tricky, and the green is well-defended by bunkers on the left.
Hole 7 – Par 4 (S.I. 1)
At first glance, this hole appears to be a sharp dogleg, but it’s more of a flowing fairway that snakes downhill. The second shot plays steeply downhill to a green that sits above a ditch, making stopping the ball near the flag a challenge.
Hole 8 – Par 3 (S.I. 13)
A long, visually stunning par 3 that plays over water to a large, elevated green. The putting surface is tricky, and being on the wrong side of the flag can lead to some difficult putts. There’s more water lurking left and long than you can see from the tee.
Hole 9 – Par 4 (S.I. 5)
A tough, uphill par 4 back to the clubhouse. The climb makes the hole play longer than the yardage suggests. There’s an opportunity to cut the corner, but it’s riskier than it looks. The approach shot may have to carry a small stand of trees to reach a large, sloping green.
Hole 10 – Par 4 (S.I. 12)
A short par 4 that presents a real birdie chance. The tee shot needs accuracy, as out-of-bounds looms on the left. The approach is to a big green, but missing left leaves a steep drop-off that can make for a tough up-and-down.
Hole 11 – Par 5 (S.I. 8)
A short par 5 with plenty of character. The tee shot is uphill, and the fairway is lined with banks and bunkers. As the hole turns downhill, the approach shot becomes tricky, with hidden water short and right. A well-played hole offers a great birdie opportunity.
Hole 12 – Par 3 (S.I. 18)
A straightforward short par 3, but the green’s run-offs and nearby rough can punish an errant tee shot. Club selection is key.
Hole 13 – Par 4 (S.I. 2)
A demanding hole requiring accuracy from the tee. The fairway is narrow, with bunkers and a bank on the right ready to gather stray shots. The uphill approach is long and plays even tougher with the slope pulling shots away from the green.
Hole 14 – Par 4 (S.I. 14)
A short but tricky par 4. The drive is framed by banks on either side, and well-placed bunkers threaten a wayward tee shot. The approach is uphill, and going long is a mistake you don’t want to make.
Hole 15 – Par 5 (S.I. 4)
A true three-shot par 5 that requires strategy. The course boundary runs all the way up the left, and an old hedge line can come into play. The second shot plays over a rise before dipping towards the green, which is well-defended by bunkers. A great test of patience and precision.
Hole 16 – Par 3 (S.I. 16)
A strong uphill par 3. The green is large but well-protected, and shaping a shot into the slope can be advantageous. The putting surface has plenty of movement to consider.
Hole 17 – Par 4 (S.I. 6)
A signature hole and one of the most memorable on the course. The fairway curves right to left around a lake, making placement off the tee crucial. The approach must be played with care, as the green is large, tiered, and requires precise distance control. A truly fantastic hole.
Hole 18 – Par 4 (S.I. 10)
A fitting final hole that demands a well-placed tee shot. The fairway falls left to right, and anything overly aggressive can find water. The approach is played over a lake to a green that slopes deceptively, making for a dramatic finish to the round.


