Pollok Golf Club

16/09/2026

In Memory of Jonathan Dobson ❤️

Pollok Golf Club recently had the privilege of playing a small part in a very special fundraising day in memory of Jonathan Dobson, a much-loved friend and passionate golfer who tragically died following a snowboarding accident in the French Alps earlier this year.

Pollok member and childhood friend Robert Alexander joined Jonathan’s friends and family for an incredible challenge celebrating his love of golf and the outdoors.

Starting at 5am, Robert cycled around 70km from Giffnock to Ben Lomond, climbed the Munro and then travelled to Pollok to complete the day with 18 holes of golf, joined by Jonathan’s parents, Jay and Rosemary, and childhood friend Stuart Blair.

The challenge is raising funds for Cairngorm Mountain Rescue and has already surpassed its original £5,000 target, raising more than £7,000 in Jonathan’s memory.

As Robert said: “Jonathan was an amazing guy and is very much missed by anyone fortunate enough to have met him.” ❤️

Read the full story:
https://pollokgolf.com/pollok-welcomes-friends-and-family-for-special-fundraising-day-in-memory-of-jonathan-dobson/

Support the fundraiser before it closes on Friday 18th September:
https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/donkeyathlon2026?utm_medium=CF&utm_source=CL

11/09/2026

Hole 9: Half-Way

A fitting finish to the front nine, Half-Way is one of Pollok's toughest tests. At 427 yards and ranked Stroke Index 1, this demanding Par 4 requires two well-executed shots. A dogleg near the green, combined with mature trees guarding the right-hand side, makes the approach as challenging as the drive.

Accuracy is everything from the tee. Find the fairway, avoid the tree-lined trouble, and choose your club carefully for the approach.

Hole 9 Stats:

• Par 4
• Stroke Index 1
• 427 Yards

A true championship hole that asks every question of your game before you've even reached the turn.

09/09/2026

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It is with immeasurable sadness and great difficulty to write that William Smith, our beloved Assistant Professional and admin assistant passed away peacefully yesterday morning (8/9/26) at Hairmyres Hospital in East Kilbride.
His wife Lynsey was by his side.

Many of you will know that Willie had been battling against an aggressive form of cancer for the last couple of years. He fought valiantly through all the different treatments. He did so with immense dignity, strength and courage.
He was only 48.

Willie started working at Cowglen in 1999 as a young man, and became my assistant in 2000, when I took over as professional. His natural enthusiasm and good humour would often be the first face that members and guests would see when arriving at the club.

An outstanding junior member at Williamwood, winning the junior championship and representing the club in both the Fleming Watson and Brand Putter leagues he initially embarked on a degree at University before deciding on a career in golf.

Incredibly competitive, he frustrated many ( including myself) with his ability to play excellent golf despite not picking up a club for lengthy periods.

His devotion to Cowglen has been total and his contribution immeasurable and he has been instrumental in numerous key decisions over the years.

Personally, I couldn't have wished for a better confidant or trusted friend.

His wife Lynsey never left his side since last Tuesday afternoon when he was taken to hospital and he was constantly surrounded by their families and friends.

Our love and our thoughts are with them all on such a sad day, as well as his two dogs who meant so much to him.

The club flag will be flown at half-mast as a mark of respect.

Today I would ask that you hold Willie in your thoughts.

09/09/2026

🏆 Finals Day | Sunday 13th September

This Sunday, some of Pollok’s biggest club competitions reach their conclusion as members go head-to-head for the honour of being crowned 2026 champions.

From the Junior Championship through to the Senior Championship, Mann Cup and the prestigious Club Championship, there’s a fantastic day of competitive golf ahead. ⛳

We wish all of our finalists the very best of luck and encourage members to come along, support the players and enjoy one of the highlights of the Pollok calendar.

Who will be crowned champion? 🏆

08/09/2026

Thank a Greenkeeper Day! 👏

A chance to recognise the team whose hard work, skill and dedication go into presenting Pollok Golf Club throughout the year.

From maintaining our greens, fairways and bunkers to the countless jobs carried out behind the scenes, so much of the experience our members and visitors enjoy is made possible by our greenkeeping team.

A huge thank you to everyone on the team for everything you do to keep Pollok looking and playing at its best. 🌳⛳

04/09/2026

Two distinctive holes, one beautiful corner of the course. 🌳

01/09/2026

Hole 8: Warren

A classic tree-lined Par 4, Warren is a hole where precision is rewarded from tee to green. Measuring 383 yards, it offers a fair but demanding test, with trees framing both sides of the fairway and well-positioned bunkers encouraging thoughtful course management.

Hole 8 Stats:

• Par 4
• Stroke Index 13
• 383 Yards

Warren is as enjoyable as it is challenging.

28/08/2026

🏆 Kooltech Seniors Open – Results

Congratulations to Stan Buchert of West Kilbride GC, our 2026 Seniors Open winner, who topped the field with an excellent 41 points.

Well done also to John Fraser of Dumfries GC, who won Division 1, and Peter McGlynn of Deaconsbank GC, who took the top spot in Division 2. Congratulations to Edward Dallas of Lochview GC, our Scratch winner.

A special mention to Pollok members Allan Crooks and Kwok Wah Yau, who secured second place in Divisions 1 and 2 respectively. 👏

Thank you to everyone who joined us on Wednesday for a fantastic day of golf, and to Kooltech for their valued support of the event.

Congratulations to all of our winners and prize recipients! ⛳