Douglas Course
Regarded as the gentlest nine at Matfen Hall, the Douglas Course is the perfect start to your round. It does however hold some formidable obstacles, the second green is the smallest of the twenty seven holes and has the now famous 'ha ha' wall protecting the approach into it.
Also the 7th,8th and 9th holes are played clockwise around the imposing lake so any shot leaked to the right will defiantly find water. One of the best views at Matfen Hall is from the ninth tee, just take in the panoramic view of one on Northumberland’s finest courses.
- 1st - A generous opening Par 5 but beware of the hidden 'ha ha' wall and fairway traps when playing your second.
- 2nd - Short but potentially dangerous Par 4. Leave yourself a full shot to the postage stamp green.
- 3rd - Watch the overhanging branches of the trees to the left of the green
- 4th - Long Par 4 where prevailing westerly wind pushes shots to the right. Aim to the left half of the green as most shots kick to the right.
- 5th - Take one club extra on this long uphill Par 3. All the trouble is short but a generous bank will stop you going long.
- 6th - Don't be tempted to take out the dog-leg as you will end up behind the trees. Watch out for the cluster of bunkers on the left when playing your second.
- 7th - A lovely short Par 4. The ideal tee shot reaches the top of the rise leaving an inviting approach to the well guarded green.
- 8th - Tricky Par 3, which can play long into prevailing wind. Aim left half of the green to avoid wet feet.
- 9th - Strong Par 4 with trouble either side off the tee. Make sure you hit enough club with your approach as the front left trap catches a lot of shots.
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