Playgolf Colchester
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Playgolf Colchester, Essex is a 27 hole complex with the 18 hole par 70 (5895 yard) course and the 9 hole Academy course. Redesigned by Jonathon Gaunt, it is a public, parkland golf course.
27 holes | Par 70 | 5895 yards | Public | Parkland
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Address: Bakers Lane, Colchester, Essex, CO3 4AU United Kingdom
Tel: 01206 843333
Golf Pro: Sarah Hawes & Nick Arter
Website: http://playgolfcolchester.com/
Golf Club Facilities
Range
Club Hire
Buggy Hire
Golf Shop
Changing
Clubhouse
Bar
Dining
Function Room
Midweek Guide: £22.00 per round *
Weekend Guide: £30.00 per round *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
- 7 Day Membership Available
- 5 Day Membership Available
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Tee Time Information
Midweek Guide: £22.00 per round *
Weekend Guide: £30.00 per round *
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Review Information
GOLFSHAKE RATING
3.71
AVERAGE RATING 3.6
(based on 156 reviews)
5 star
26
4 star
56
3 star
58
2 star
12
1 star
4
HIGHLY RATED
96%
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Tom, Chelmsford rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 21 2020
Played here earlier in September 2020, never played the course before and was a bit sceptical of the 'Play Golf' franchise (not sure why). Was pleasantly surprised, excellent facilities and the course played exceptionally well compared to others in Essex at this time of year. Greens were easily some of the best I've played on after some of the weather we have had recently, fairways were a bit dry but the rough was well maintained. Challenging short course, with lots of walking and views across Essex (if you can forgive the A12). Will be going back and considering becoming a member at this course.
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Martin S rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 19 2020
Greens not great, people need to start repairing pitch marks would help, but still a bit patchy, some bunkers are perfect others are very stoney. Fairways in good condition played ok considering the weather we've had, but compared to a few other courses I've recently played nowhere near as good. Staff and facilities are very good and the shop is well sticked and very friendly staff.
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Ashley Wilks rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 19 2019
Let's be honest!
Firstly, the overriding feeling you get as you walk around the facilities is one of a profit oriented feeling. Almost as if loyal golf members have dropped lower down the pecking order, behind a family of 4 that want to play "mini-golf" and have a meal.This leads into my next point/observation. If you want turn up as a golfer, to practice or play you are cast aside to pave the way for a more fashionable clientele. From my own personal experience you cannot use the great driving range on the weekend between 11am-16:00pm because the "mini-golf" is open and of health and safety concerns! Which screams poor planning of where its located and poor construction!
This club used to be somewhere people wanted to play, now its a place that drives members out and looks only to strengthen its bank balance.
GOLFERS SPEND YOUR MONEY ELSEWHERE!
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Wayne S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 3 2019
Enjoyable but slow
Good compact course with excellent facilities. Very slow competition play in front of us that needed to be managed better. One temp tee which on the website said they would never need. Greens quick, bunkers okraReviewer Rating
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Terry D rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 4 2018
Reasonable Pay and Play Course
Reasonable Pay and Play Course, Bunkers are very Poor and and the course in general could be manicured better, but this probably down to poor management, the Restaurant was a Gem when it first opened, but the standard of food has dropped-off.Reviewer Rating
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Wayne H rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 24 2015
Greens in good condition and changes to bunkers since my previous round there.
(Round played: Mar 2015 - Score: 110 Handicap: 28)
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Neil B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 7 2014
very good driving range and shop. Nice new cafe and food after was excellent. Course good but too many blind holes
(Round played: May 2014 - Score: 93 Handicap: 0)
(Round played: May 2014 - Score: 93 Handicap: 0)
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Chris W rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 28 2013
Was sceptical following recent reviews but very pleasantly surprised. the actual holes are well disgned and the bunker placement is excellent. the American Golf shop is packed full. the fiarways where in good condition. the holes are tight and accuracy is a must off the tee.
i would say that the bunkers need to a bit better as do have a number of stones in them (not good for the wedges) and the greens could do with being cut shorter.
very enjoyable, will play again and may even join...
i would also say that despite the location the road and train noise is minimal and really wasn't something you overly notice. the walk between holes can be long so get a buggy or trolly if you struggle slightly.
i would say that the bunkers need to a bit better as do have a number of stones in them (not good for the wedges) and the greens could do with being cut shorter.
very enjoyable, will play again and may even join...
i would also say that despite the location the road and train noise is minimal and really wasn't something you overly notice. the walk between holes can be long so get a buggy or trolly if you struggle slightly.
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Ray R rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 4 2013
Very enjoyable course to play. The holes are reasonably varied making for a more enjoyable experience. The fairways and greens are constantly being maintained and very rarely will you find that holes are closed due to poor weather or that you are using temporary greens.
The facilities for food and drink are not great but a huge rebuilding is taking place and will improve things significantly.
The facilities for food and drink are not great but a huge rebuilding is taking place and will improve things significantly.
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Peter H rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 10 2012
This course has definitely improved since I last played it, particularly the fairways. But the bunkers still need a lot of attention - much too hard and stony. Nice friendly people in good pro shop and very reasonable prices for a round. Good driving range but bar needs a major refurbishment.
(Round played: Aug 2012 - Score: 94 Handicap: 20.8)
(Round played: Aug 2012 - Score: 94 Handicap: 20.8)
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Andy D rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 2 2024
A local course. Rounds are very reasonable for what you get. Excellent range. There does seem to be some improvement work going on and there has been some noticeable improvement in the greens.
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Andy D rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 2 2024
A local course. Rounds are very reasonable for what you get. Excellent range. There does seem to be some improvement work going on and there has been some noticeable improvement in the greens.
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Paul E rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 30 2023
Tight course
Now called Lexden Woods, the course is very challenging with tight, narrow fairways and unforgiving rough. Though not particularly long, you certainly have to be straight with your shots and think your way around. Given the amount of rain which has fallen recently, the course was still playable, with temporary tee boxes. The greens were surprisingly good. Will certainly return once the weather improves.Reviewer Rating
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Graham / Colchester rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 24 2023
Work being done
I am a member at this course and the new owners doing a great deal of work . If coming to play the course please bear that in mind . They are doing a good job . To rectify the bunkers is a major project and many are GUR . I think it is a clever lay out as it is not reach for the driver and let it rip .Reviewer Rating
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Pieter U rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 2 2023
Confusing Tees
Nice length and challenging course. Finding way to the next Tee isn't well signed. Distance markers not obvious.Reviewer Rating
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