Disc Golf

Disc golf is a great way to enjoy being out in nature and it is accessible to people of all ages and walks of life.

An eco-friendly way to get outdoors and get some fresh air and exercise!

 

Disc Golf is similar to traditional golf, the general idea being to make the object (the ball or disc) hit a target in as few ‘shots’ as possible. The game began in the USA in the 1960’s when players threw their Frisbees® at targets around parks and college campuses.

Tree trunks, lamp posts, seats, gates and other similar objects where used as targets.

In the 1980’s Disc Golf grew in popularity in North America and there are now hundreds of purpose-built courses set up throughout the continent - most of them are free to play!

Disc golf has since gradually spread around the world and here in the UK there are currently 16 permanent courses established. Temporary courses are also quickly and easily set up in parkland or countryside using lightweight portable targets such as the DISCatcher Traveler.

 
 

How to Play

The objective is to hit the target in as few throws as possible. Begin each hole with the first throw from a designated 'tee' area or marker. Each subsequent throw must then be taken from the point where the disc comes to rest.  Golf etiquette should be applied to Disc Golf at all levels of ability - for example, the player furthest from the hole should play first.

Small groups of 3 or 4 players complete a course of pre-determined holes. Players can either keep a count of their scores in their heads or a simple scorecard can be used.  

 

Golf Discs

There are a wide range of golf discs available from our shop. There are 3 main types of disc: putters (top) mid-range and drivers. Check out the Golf Disc Buying Guide to learn more.

 

Targets

The permanent Disc Golf targets used today are baskets with metal chains that slow the flying disc down so it can drop down safely into the basket.

They are securely installed into the ground and add a super low-impact and low-cost facility to public parks, hotel grounds and schools/colleges/universities.

If you would know a space near you where a Disc Golf course could be viable, contact us and for our Golf Course Design service.

 

 

 

 

Portable baskets such as the DISCatcher Traveller are also available. These enable you to play wherever you want, whenever you want.

They are quick and easy to set up and pack away.

A set of three are all you need to design your very own 9-hole course! For larger groups of 20 to 30 people, a set of 6 may be required.

 

 

 

 

To find out more about how to play, improve your game and where to play... Go Disc Golf!