Guildford, Farnham & Woking Magazines

Betchworth Park

• The course designed by the prolific Harry S. Colt was founded in 1911.
• Set next to Box Hill in the stunning North Downs, offering great views while you play. 
• Runs a popular academy for new or returning players and has a strong juniors team.

For more information visit Betchworth Park’s website.   

Bletchingley Golf Club

• The beautiful Par 72 course offers views over the North Downs and the Weald.
• The many different types of membership mean it can work within your lifestyle.
• Because the course is built on sandy loam, it can be played on all year round.

For more information visit Bletchingley Golf Club’s website or call on 01883 744 848. 

Burhill

• Two 18 hole courses, one was included in The Top 100 Golf Courses in England and the other has been hosting the Europro Tour for the past three years.
• The Academy is where Surrey County Team Coaching is based, evidence of its superb training facilities.
• The clubhouse is based in a historic Georgian mansion dating back to 1726.

For more information visit Burhll’s website or call on 01932 227 345.

Camberley Heath

• An 18 hole golf course among plentiful amounts of pine and heather. 
• Established in 1913, it was one of the courses designed by H.S Colt. 
• Lessons for juniors from 4 years old onwards.
• There are various different types of membership, designed to suit your lifestyle.

For more information visit Camberley Heath’s website or call on 01276 232 58.

Chobham

• Chobham says it is “Surrey’s Friendliest Golf Club” and, true to form, it does allow non-members to play. 
• The 18 hole, par-69 course will make an exciting challenge for any golfer. It won a Silver award in the HSBC Regional Course Rankings. 
• Beautiful surrounding landscape gives a relaxing game, not too far from Woking, Guildford or Farnborough. 

For more information visit Chobham’s website or call on 01276 855 584.

Clandon Regis

• Known for its friendliness and welcoming atmosphere, Clandon Regis has been a members club since May 1996.
• An excellent 6485-yard, par 72 course set among beautiful hills and woodland make it challenging, but also a joy to play.
• A well-stocked pro shop and experienced coach means it is a great place for those starting out.

Dorking

• Established in the late 19^th century, Dorking is a traditional parkland course.
• The course is short at 5186 yards long, but is actually quite a tough challenge. 
• A variety of different membership types and prices are available.

For more information visit Dorking’s website or call on 01306 886 917.

Foxhills

• Foxhills has two 18-hole courses, which have staged a number of high-profile events, as well as a fun nine-hole course. 
• Listeners to BBC’s Radio 5 Live voted the 14^th on the Longcross Course “one of the greatest holes ever played”.
• If you want to make Foxhills a true lifestyle choice, get full membership for access to the other excellent sport and leisure facilities. 

For more information visit Foxhill’s website or call on 01932 70 44 65. 

Guildford Golf Club

• Founded long ago, in 1886, the Guildford Golf Club is one of Surrey’s longest standing golfing destinations.
• There are a number of tournaments, seniors’ and juniors’, men and women’s, as well as other events, so there’s always something for everyone.
• Tee times are available for non-members and can even be booked online. Price lists are also available on the website.

For more information or to enquire about a membership, call 01483 563 941 or visit Guildford’s website.

Kingswood

• A 6954-yard course, designed by the legendary five-time Open winner, James Braid, and recently updated with a £500,000 investment.
• There is a real community sense to membership, making Kingswood a pleasure to visit on regular occasions. 
• Kingswood offers Junior Membership for 10-18 year olds, as well as academy membership for those less experienced. 

Visit Kingswood online or call 01737 832 188 for more information.

Laleham

• The 6300-yard course, set on 98 acres of meadowland offers some unique challenges.
• Excellent drainage means that the course is open all year round.
• Welcoming of visitors and very casual with its ‘Roll up’ and ‘Make up’ culture for members, which invites you to just turn up and get a game going.

Visit Laleham’s website or call them on 01932 564 211.

Laleham

• The 6300-yard course, set on 98 acres of meadowland offers some unique challenges.
• Excellent drainage means that the course is open all year round.
• Welcoming of visitors and very casual with its ‘Roll up’ and ‘Make up’ culture for members, which invites you to just turn up and get a game going.

Visit Laleham’s website or call them on 01932 564 211.

Leatherhead

• The club has hosted PGA events and big county fixtures are regularly played there.
• Mature oaks line the course, which is over a 100 years old and where a good
  short game is just as important as your long game.
• Junior, Intermediate and Academy membership is available.

Visit Leatherhead Golf Club’s website or call on 01372 843 966.

Merrist Wood

• One of Surrey’s longest golf courses – measuring just under 7000 yards – Merrist Wood is a distance challenge for most golfers.
• Tuition packages are designed to work with your current skill level, with a grass driving range available for training on during the summer. 
• The club has over 50 individual competitions throughout the year and plenty of team opportunities as well.

Visit Merrist Wood’s website or call on 01483 238 890.

New Zealand

• Tucked away behind dense forest, New Zealand is seen by many as a secret treat. 
• Set among dense heathland, the classic short course provides a tough game. 
• The exclusivity of the course combines with the intimacy of the surrounds to make quite an experience.

Call on 01932 342 891.

Puttenham

• Par 71, 18-hole course measuring 6220 yards with hidden greens and challengingly slim fairways.
• Visitors are welcome to the club, but must book their game in advance.
• ‘Roll-up system’, which makes organising games simpler, means new members can swiftly meet regular players.

Visit Puttenham’s website or call on 01483 810 498. 

Pyrford

• 6256-yard, par 72, course notable for its 23 acres of lakes and the strategic thinking required to navigate it.
• ‘New Member Integration Scheme’ arranges games between those who have just joined and established players of a similar ability. 
• Green fee players are welcome midweek and past 11am on weekends. 

Visit Pyrford Golf’s website or call on 01483 723 55.  

Redhill and Reigate Golf Club

• The club is home to the second oldest course in Surrey.
• It is described as a ‘members’ golf club open for visitors’ and there is no joining fee.
• The course is not too long (5272 yards off the white tees) and can be played in under four hours. The golfing test is fair and challenging enough to bring you back for more.
• There are well organised junior, main club, seniors, men and ladies sections, offering social and competitive golf throughout the year with newcomers always welcome. 
• New junior members currently pay a rate which works out a little more than £1 a week in the first year with free social membership for parents. 

Visit Redhill and Reigate’s website or call on 01737 240 777.

Reigate Hill

• The 6426-yard, par 72 course was designed by David Williams and located in a stunning parkland with great tees that can be used all year round. 
• Great deals on Green Fees make Reigate Hill a particularly accessible course. 
• Membership at Reigate Hill is great value, with plenty of options to suit your lifestyle. 

Visit Reigate Hill’s website or call on 01737 645 577.

The Richmond

• Designed by Tom Dunn in 1891, the classic par 70, 6091-yard course in Richmond Park is beautiful to play on. 
• Visitors are welcome to play with no booking from Monday to Friday, playing on other days depends on availability. 
• The Richmond’s clubhouse is a Grade-I listed Palladian Mansion, which was completed in 1720. 

Visit The Richmond’s website or call on 020 8940 4351.

St George’s Hill

• One of the most renowned courses in Surrey, St George’s Hill is ranked in the top 20 English courses by top100golfcourses.co.uk and set in the private St George’s Hill estate.
• Made up of three nine hole courses, any combination of which can make an 18 hole game. 
• Visitors are welcome, but the club is very exclusive so make sure to call well in advance. 

For more info visit the St George’s Hill website or call on 01932 847 758. 

Surrey Downs

• A truly 21^st century club which prides itself on a relaxed modern feel, designed to make visitors feel comfortable. 
• Surrey Downs is very faithful to its members, offering loyalty schemes and working hard to suit their needs.
• Very reasonable Green Fees and the club’s commitment to being welcoming to all guests make it well worth trying out the 6300-yard course. 

Visit Surrey Downs’ website for more info or call on 01737 839 159.

• The course was co-designed by former world number one golfer Laura Davies.
• It is a wonderfully tough 6400-yard par 71,  set on secluded undulating terrain and located between Woking and Guildford.
• Carefully monitored membership numbers mean that the course is never overcrowded and the traditional clubhouse is open all year round for functions and parties.

Visit Sutton Green’s website for more info or call on 01483 747 898.

Surrey National

• The course almost stretches to 7000 yards, offering a championship challenge. 
• Set within two valleys, playing among the hills is both picturesque and challenging. 
• Academy membership gives new or returning players an arrangement that suits their needs. 

Visit Surrey National’s website or call on 01883 344 555. 

Tyrrells Wood Golf Club

• A fascinating range of trees lines the lovely course, designed by James Braid and improved on by the equally prestigious Harry Colt.
• All year round greens and hardly any course closures. 
• Grade II listed clubhouse reflects the club’s compelling history. 

Visit Tyrrells Wood’s website or call on 01372 376 025

The Wentworth Club

• Few golfers would not know of the prestigious Wentworth Club, former home to the World Matchplay Championship and current home to the BMW PGA Championship.
• Renowned golfer and local resident Ernie Els recently renovated the West Course.
• Two further 18-hole courses and the Executive Course, a 9-hole gem, make playing at Wentworth a much-sought-after activity.

Visit The Wentworth Club’s website or call on 01344 842 201.

West Byfleet

• A course that was laid down in 1904, which runs to 6197 yards and is designated par 70.
• Green fees are made more affordable when playing in groups of four.
• There is a full competition schedule for all different levels of ability. 

Visit West Byfleet’s website or call on 01932 343 433.

Woking Golf Club

• A challenging 6600-yard and par 70 course, Woking has a high reputation for being one of the best courses around.
• Named one of Britain’s Top 100 courses in 2010 by Golf World magazine.
• The club holds a number of tournaments and competitions throughout the year.

Visit Woking’s website for more info or call 01483 760 053.

Worplesdon

• It is a short, but challenging course rewarding accuracy rather than a lengthy drive. 
• One of the classic heathland courses of Surrey, Worplesdon was laid out in 1908. 
• The 11^th hole is particularly challenging – it should be approached with a strategic mindset.

Visit Worplesdon’s website or call on 01483 472 277.