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Willingdon Golf Club

Measuring 6,158 yards from the competition tees golfers of all abilities face a stiff but fair challenge at Willingdon. At all times of the year players will find a perfectly manicured course with slick greens that are the envy of many other clubs. The unique layout of the course ensures that play can be commenced at either the 1st, 9th or 15th holes which are all conveniently located near to the clubhouse. Each hole on the course has its own memorable features, none more so than the course's signature hole, the short par 3 5th, which has a row of railway sleepers encircling the green. Every one of the holes presents a challenge and the experienced golfer at Willingon knows that it is brains not brawn that will be needed to help unlock the secret of a low score. At pat 69 the course appears relatively easy but many a good card has been ruined by underestimating the difficulty of the challenge, particularly on the par 3 holes. Because our course sits on chalk down-land we benefit greatly from the excellent drainage properties of this type of land and are rarely affected by surface water problems, no matter how heavy the rainfall. The protective ring of the South Downs also ensures that we do not suffer from the type of gale force winds that can afflict more traditional seaside courses. Our award winning green-keeper, Peter Negus, and his staff always strive to present a course in first class condition and in tune with the the natural beauty of the surroundings. A recent independent agronomist's report gave high commendation to the excellent quality of our fairways and greens.

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4.2/5 from 10 reviews. Ranking 383 out of 1662.

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Willingdon Golf Club

Southdown Road, Willingdon, Eastbourne
East Sussex, BN20 9AA
United Kingdom

Tel: 01323 410981 | Fax: 01323 411510

Website: http://www.willingdongolfclub.co.uk

Golf Pro: Ally Mellor | Tel:01323 410984

Contact/Secretary: Mrs J Packham 01323 410981

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Midweek Guide: £24.00 per round summer *

Weekend Guide: £35.00 per round summer *

* These are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking

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Societies Accepted to Play

5 Day Membership Available

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Location: http://www.willingdongolfclub.co.uk/map.htm

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A very testing course and not for the faint hearted as some of the holes a very testing even for the most seasoned golfer. The signature hole is hole number 5 affectingly known as “The Sleeper” and require a accurate tee shot to the green or you will be facing an uphill struggle to chip up and over 10 foot railway sleepers to get onto the green. Make sure you have some comfortable golf shoes as the course is on the hilly side. The greens are very fast and in excellent condition and with very reasonable green fee for visitors.
The Pro shop has a well stock selection of clubs and equipment and the club house is very elegant and plush and offers very good quality food and drink and at very good rates.

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Rated 4 by ***** * on 23rd September 2009

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Well sheltered course nestling in the downs near Eastbourne. Very friendly clubhouse and pro shop and catering to a good standard. Excellent value for money. This course is always in good condition and is a great place to play in the winter as it is sheltered from the prevailing bad weather. Often good deals on offer including a meal/round of golf for under £25. Recommended.

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Rated 5 by Tom L on 3rd September 2009

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as soon as you arrive and see the course you know you have arrived at something special, a good test and the course plays longer than 5800 yards, hilly in places but not too bad, fairways and greens in great condition all year round

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Rated 5 by Kev B on 30th October 2007

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Golf course review of Willingdon Golf Club
a stunning course, quite forgiving but plays a lot longer than it is. some great holes , par 3's are monsters 217 and 235 so if you rely on keeping your score down on par 3's forget it!!!!

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Rated 5 by Kev B on 6th October 2007

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very interesting course, very compact, friendly people

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Rated 5 by Phil M on 21st June 2011