Porters Wood Golf Course
Gathurst Road, Orrell, Wigan, Lancashire, WN5 0LH United Kingdom
Situated on the outskirts of Wigan, Porters Wood 9-hole golf course is set in natural, undulating parkland between the villages of Shevington and Orrell.
The course measures 1,424 yards and consists of 7 par 3’s and 2 par 4’s. Every one of the 9 holes offers a unique challenge, with danger lurking at every turn. Whether it be Ackhurst Brook which runs through the heart of the course, the ancient woodland of Porters Wood, the steep valleys, ponds, bunkers, banks of gorse, or a mixture of young and mature vegetation, golfers of every ability are sure to be tested. Book a Tee Time
Price Guide: ££Visitors:
- Midweek Guide: 9 holes: £7.00 18 holes: £11.50 *
- Weekend Guide: 9 holes: £8.00 18 holes: £13.00 *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
Club Information
Porters Wood Golf Course is 9 holes Par 29 (1428 yards) Parkland golf course.Tel: 01942 214 777
Website: http://www.porterswoodgolf.co.uk/
Facilities: Golf clubs for hire, Golf clubhouse, golf course.
- 7 Day Membership Available
Location: From J26 of the M6 – turn left onto Orrell Road (A577). At traffic lights (Orrell Post) turn right onto Gathurst Road (B5206). Continue for approximately 1 mile. Golf course is on the right hand side adjacent to the Vale Royal restaurant. From J27 of the M6 – at roundabout take the first exit onto the A5209. At T-junction turn right onto the A5209 heading towards Shevington. After 1 mile pass through the village of Shevington, continuing straight at the 3 mini-roundabouts. Continue straight onto Gathurst Road (B5206), passing St. John Rigby College and the Vale Royal restaurant on left hand side. Golf course is on the left, directly adjacent to the restaurant. From Wigan wallgate – continue onto the A49 keeping in left hand lane. At saddle junction roundabout take 1st exit onto the A49. Immediately afterwards get into right hand lane. At Saddle junction traffic signals turn right onto the A577 (signposted Preston, Skelmersdale, Orrell). Continue forward for approximately 2.5 miles passing through Pemberton. At traffic lights (Orrell Post) turn right onto Gathurst Road (B5206). Continue for approximately 1 mile. Golf course is on the right hand side adjacent to the Vale Royal restaurant.
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ok for a midweek practice. greens are ok but 7 pound is a little too much
(Round played: 17-May-2012 - Score: 34 Handicap: )
(Round played: 17-May-2012 - Score: 34 Handicap: )
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Facilities/Service Value for Money Overall RatingRated 3/5
by Steve Pon May 17 2012
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Only 9 holes but exerlent greens. fairways good but wet.
Staff very helpfull, will olay agian soon.
(Round played: 11-May-2012 - Score: 68 Handicap: 0)
Staff very helpfull, will olay agian soon.
(Round played: 11-May-2012 - Score: 68 Handicap: 0)
The Course Facilities/Service Value for Money Overall RatingRated 4/5
by Paul Bon May 14 2012
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Short course. 7 par 3s offering different challenges. Good for practising. Greens are excellent and in play all year round. Probably not enough of a challenge for low handicappers.
(Round played: 27-Dec-2011 - Score: 79 Handicap: )
(Round played: 27-Dec-2011 - Score: 79 Handicap: )
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Facilities/Service Value for Money Overall RatingRated 4/5
by Tony Bon Dec 27 2011
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Tried this course for the first time having opened 2 years ago, and I was very impressed. The course have 2 par 4s and the rest are par 3s, all of which requires skill and precision to get a good score as it can catch out those who become complacent or lose focus. The greens are very smooth so the ball runs fast, and care is required as it is easy to putt the ball a bit too hard and it goes off the tee down the side, and the location of the pin on a few is a challenge.
The course is in very good condition, though the amount of divots and cut up turf on the tees gives a clue on what is the favoured club on the course off the tee. There is a small clubhouse which sells some equipment, as well as refreshments and an outdoor seating area. There is also a practice net and a small putting green for practice, and a golf ball cleaner at the 1st tee and the pathway between the 2nd and 5th tees.
Overall, this course is excellent and provides a challenge for all golfers from beginners to low handicap/pros - a must if in search for a decent 9-holer in the area.
The course is in very good condition, though the amount of divots and cut up turf on the tees gives a clue on what is the favoured club on the course off the tee. There is a small clubhouse which sells some equipment, as well as refreshments and an outdoor seating area. There is also a practice net and a small putting green for practice, and a golf ball cleaner at the 1st tee and the pathway between the 2nd and 5th tees.
Overall, this course is excellent and provides a challenge for all golfers from beginners to low handicap/pros - a must if in search for a decent 9-holer in the area.
The Course Facilities/Service Value for Money Overall RatingRated 5/5
by A Ron Aug 17 2011
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Great short nine holes in excellent condition throughout, good discount for second round if you want it.
The Course Facilities/Service Value for Money Overall RatingRated 5/5
by Mike Son Jul 22 2011
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This new course is very tight and demands accuracy and the 7th is a real tester. the shortest hole on the course still the hardest.
The Course Facilities/Service Value for Money Overall RatingRated 5/5
by David Ton Sep 28 2009
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Score Cards
| Course | Tee | Par | SSS | Yds | ||
| Porters Wood Golf Course | yellow | 58 | 0 | 2856 | ||
| Porters Wood Golf Course | yellow | 29 | 0 | 1428 | ||
| Porters Wood Golf Course | Red | 29 | 0 | 1272 | ||
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Nearby
| Dean Wood Golf Club | 1.11 miles |
| Houghwood Golf Club | 2.18 miles |
| Gathurst Golf Club | 2.46 miles |
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