Algarve - Golf Pinhal

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Inaugurated in 1976, it was originally designed by the Briton Frank Pennink. Later, in 1985, it was partly redesigned by the North-American Robert Trent Jones, who introduced new challenges into the course. Trent Jones' work has given the course a great variety of holes as he brought together two completely different architectural concepts: British and American. As a result, the golfer is confronted by very different kinds of play. Built in the middle of a beautiful pine wood, with panoramic views over the sea, one of the main characteristics of this course is the small size of its greens, requiring great precision from the golfer in terms of approach shots. In 1988 this course hosted the Portuguese Ladies' Open, part of the women's professional European circuit. Peggy Conley, an American, was the winner. Nearest Accommodation: Hotel Tivoli Marina Vilmoura I Accommodation Algarve Nearest Golf Courses: Old Course, Laguna, Millenium, Victoria

Pro's Playing Tips The first hole is a tricky par 5. The drive is blind, over a gentle rise. The second shot is, in principle, relatively straightforward. The approach must be played with determination to carry the deep bunkers which protect a two tiered green inclined towards the line of play. The 4-par fourth hole (348 meters) is probably the signature hole of Pinhal. There is a small lake which comes into play at the second shot - or possibly with an overly long drive! The green is undulating and torturous, making par a real achievement even if your second shot has found the putting surface. There is water too, at the par-3 eighth. Although the elevated tee gives a feeling of confidence by its very height, the green is immediately behind the small lakewhich protects it. A timid shot may not find the bankand roll back into the water. The green itself is stepped and generous from side to side - not a lot of depth though. On the back nine, the "new" fifteenth has changed from being relatively benign. Only a well judged drive will allow a second shot, which must carry a meandering ditch and a scattering of trees and bushes to fly the green.

Course Data

Holes	Length	PAR	Course Rating	Slope Rating	Opening
18	6.353 meters	72	73,4	129	1976

Grass Varieties	Greens	Tees & Fairways	Roughs	Surroundings
	Bentgrass, var. Penncross	Bermuda Tifton 419 and Lollium	mix common Bermuda	mix Lollium and fescues

Architect: Frank Pennink - Remodelled by Robert Trent Jones in 1985 Teeing off times every 8 minutes Requirements: Handicap Certificate is required. Max: Men=28, Ladies=36 Dress Code: Tailor shorts or trousers, Polo shirts, Golf shoes Facilities: Club House, Bar, Restaurant, Pro-Shop, Bar on the course, Putting Green, Driving Range, Chipping Area.

Score Card:
Hole C M L Par Stroke 1 498 469 393 5 14 2 400 374 337 4 4 3 560 459 422 5 10 4 362 339 275 4 8 5 177 168 122 3 18 6 394 379 323 4 2 7 389 365 319 4 6 8 147 140 114 3 12 9 359 325 302 4 16 out 3286 3054 2607 36	Hole C M L Par Stroke 10 348 307 278 4 5 11 333 324 302 4 11 12 168 154 126 3 13 13 522 508 460 5 1 14 130 113 100 3 17 15 319 281 242 4 15 16 339 314 292 4 9 17 496 487 464 5 3 18 412 372 335 4 7 in 3067 2860 2599 36
C M L Par Total 6353 5914 5206 72
Local Rules: to be read in conjunction with the golf rules and any temporary local rules. Out of Bounds - 27-1 White stakes Immovable Obstructions - 24-2 Roads watering system components, marks made by course equipment, artificial walls, bridges and young trees less than 2 meters high Ground under Repair Area marked with blue stakes or GUR signs. The ball must be dropped according to rule 24-2. Course Signage Players with buggies must follow the paths and course signage at all times, 100 and 150 meters distance posts are in meters measured in front of the green. Etiquette Please ensure that your group maintains its position on the course at all times to avoid SLOW PLAY. If a group loses a clear hole from the group in front, it must give way to the group behind. Please repair pitch marks, divots and rake bunkers. It is not permitted to wear jeans, T-shirts vests, shorts, or swimming shorts on the course.

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