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Hollingbury Park Golf Club

3.7   Golfshake Golf Course Rating 180 reviews | Post Review | Website
Price Guide: ££ | HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Course Information

Hollingbury Park Golf Club, East Sussex is an 18 hole par 72 (6429 yard), public, downand golf course established in 1907.

18 holes | Par 72 | 6429 yards | Private | Downland


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Address: Ditchling Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 7HS United Kingdom

Tel: 01273 500 086

Golf Pro: G Crompton

Website: http://www.mytimeactive.co.uk/golf/centres/hollingbury-park/default.aspx


Golf Club Facilities

Golf club hire  Club Hire
Buggy Hire  Buggy Hire
Golf shop  Golf Shop
Changing rooms  Changing
Clubhouse  Clubhouse
Bar  Bar
Food  Dining
Function Room Hire  Function Room

Midweek Guide: £15.00 per round *

Weekend Guide: £20.00 per round *

* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.

Tee Time Information

Midweek Guide: £15.00 per round *

Weekend Guide: £20.00 per round *

* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.


Review Information


GOLFSHAKE RATING

3.71

Golfshake Golf Course Rating

 

AVERAGE RATING 3.6
(based on 180 reviews)

5 star
23
4 star
82
3 star
57
2 star
12
1 star
5
 

HIGHLY RATED

96%

would play again or recommend


3.5

The Course

3.6

Course Conditions

3.9

Value For Money

3.9

Pace of Play

3.3

Facilities & Service

4.2

Hospitality

2.7

Practice Facilities

3.3

Food & Drink

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Matt R rated 3 out of 5

Reviewed Jun 3 2018

In good condition, last couple of greens a bit to fluffy. Have to be straight because you won’t find your ball in the long rough off the fairway otherwise

(Round played: Jun 2018 - Score: 85 Handicap: 23.6)

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Marek L rated 3 out of 5

Reviewed Apr 22 2020

One of the few course that are completely playable after the wet winte

Apart from 2 greens, the 5th and 16th, the course was fully opened and no real sign of the rain that had fallen. Mainly due to Chalky ground which drains exceptionally well. Considering the course was under threat of closure , together with Waterhall (which is now closed for good 31/3/20), the course was being well maintained. Greens were a little long but that is not a surprise considering the winter conditions. As long as it stays open this will be the obvious course to play if other courses are waterlogged.

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Jack O rated 5 out of 5

Reviewed Aug 24 2015


First round for a while nice course nice weather
(Round played: Aug 2015 - Score: 118 Handicap: 28)

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Brighton rated 5 out of 5

Reviewed Nov 30 2021

I have been playing at Hollingbury for over 25 years and I have never seen it looking so good or playing better. This is a testament to the dedicated, hardworking groundstaff. All their efforts over the last 2 years are now really showing through( despite covid restrictions and lockdowns ) So if you are looking for a playable, affordable, throughout the year, course with stunning views, look no further! You will be met with friendly helpful and knowledgeable staff to make your day go with a swing.

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Marc A rated 4 out of 5

Reviewed Aug 18 2020

Traditional South Downs Course

Great test of golf on a traditional downland course. Stunning views from most holes. A lot of effort is being put into this course from new owners post lockdown(Very noticeable work on good greens and surrounds bearing fruit having been left rundown) A little walked on by locals not sticking to paths but should improve as more regular golf traffic plays. Glad to have put this on my golf CV.

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Phillip B rated 3 out of 5

Reviewed Mar 25 2019

Some nice views out to sea, not the most interesting layout and the bunkers could be better maintained.

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Ron M rated 3 out of 5

Reviewed Feb 3 2018

Good South Downs Course

Very friendly club house. Winter mats are small on all tees. Course drains well being on the downs. Greens need some work. Challenging course in the sea breeze. Long rough can be a challenge. 16th and 17th holes run along the side of a road with no netting or barrier can be a little of putting!

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Martyn Q rated 3 out of 5

Reviewed Feb 20 2017

Course in poor condition still, dog walkers everywhere leaving dogs mess too as they run off the lead play in bunkers

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Jack O rated 4 out of 5

Reviewed May 14 2015


Very windy and long course but enjoyable no water which is always good
(Round played: Apr 2015 - Score: 111 Handicap: )

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Howard B rated 3 out of 5

Reviewed May 5 2014

Very cheap but could be much better if they put some effort into the course. The greens in particular were very bobbly.

(Round played: May 2014 - Score: 86 Handicap: 19.8)

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Peter D rated 3 out of 5

Reviewed Mar 14 2014

Hollingbury Park Golf Club is a nice place to play on a day when there isn't too much wind. Very exposed to the elements at times, but the flip side of that is that the views over Brighton and the surrounding area are superb. Good clubhouse facilities and a short game practice ground add to the appeal. Excellent value for money, too.

(Round played: Mar 2014 - Score: 89 Handicap: 19.3)

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Robert M rated 3 out of 5

Reviewed Sep 17 2013

Interesting hilly course with some fine holes. Municipal course so it was extremely busy (turned in to a four and a half hour round) and the greens could have done with some TLC. But overall an enjoayble round.

(Round played: Sep 2013 - Score: 101 Handicap: 23.8)

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Christopher C rated 4 out of 5

Reviewed Feb 14 2013

First time I've played here and I will definitely return in the spring. Unfortunately half the course had temp greens due to a downpour the night before but for the most the course was very enjoyable. It does have a links feel to it and required quite a few bump and runs and careful use of slopes. Mishit drives however were redeemable with not too many mature trees, it is fairly open.

As it is situated on top of a hill at any given point you have either views of the sea or the downs through 180 degrees. I can imagine on a really cold day with a wind blowing you will need a few layers!

Previous reviews criticize next hole and hole number markers. This is a fair criticism as I myself following 2 members (playing a disjointed 9 holes) ended up making a wrong turn after 8 and playing the last 4 holes and then being pointed in the right direction by 2 very friendly and helpful members meaning I finished on the 14th eventually!

Really nice course that on a sunny day is a pleasure. But be warned there are many dog walkers popping up particularly at the top of the course, they were like Man Utd fans, everywhere! However all were very courteous and waited etc. unlike a few other courses I have played on!

Nice course, good value for money, fantastic views, will be returning soon.

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Neville S rated 4 out of 5

Reviewed Sep 8 2011

It is a course that is very open in places, but when you play on a windy day (like I did today) any mishit shots can go a long way from the target. It is also very hilly, so expect tough walking unless you're a mountain goat.

The greens were generally quick and true, and the fairways were pretty reasonable too. The bunkers could do with a bit of work on them though, and the practise green certainly wasn't the best.

The bar and shop is a little basic, and it was disappointing that a clubhouse in such a prime spot should have so few windows to take advantage of its position. The staff were all very friendly though, and it looked like a club where people seem to get on with each other.

Overall I liked the course and intend going back again soon.

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Stephen J rated 3.5 out of 5

Reviewed Feb 28 2024

Very good draining course for winter play. Clubhouse staff are very helpful. Downside is that non-members tend to be disrespectful by not replacing divots on the fairways.

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