20 Great Value Golf Courses to Play in the South of England

From Cornwall to Kent and everywhere in-between, the South of England is a magical place to explore for golfers, an expansive region that is home to spectacular links courses and stunning heathland layouts, many of which are considered to be among the finest in the entire country.

However, what makes this quality stand out is the variety offered, especially when it comes to Value For Money. Rating venues based on that category and more, the Golfshake Community provide a handy resource for those in search of a memorable experience that won't necessarily diminish your bank balance.

Therefore, we are delighted to reveal just 20 Great Value Golf Courses to Play in the South, each Highly Recommended and delivering excellence for a reasonable cost.

Get these on your list to play this season and beyond!

Dorking Golf Club

Location: Surrey

Golfshake Rating: 4.09

Value For Money Rating: 4.78

Review Comment: "This course is a great little challenge and brilliant views."

Chiddingfold Golf Club

Location: Surrey

Golfshake Rating: 4.65

Value For Money Rating: 4.74

Review Comment: "Such a lovely course and flows so well. The greens are in amazing condition! Can’t wait to play again. And amazing views. Top value course and loved it."

Launceston Golf Club

Location: Cornwall

Golfshake Rating: 4.40

Value For Money Rating: 4.67

Review Comment: "Everyone we encountered from the staff to the members were very friendly. A special mention to the young guy in the pro shop. The course was in great condition and the greens were excellent."

Trethorne Golf Club

Location: Cornwall

Golfshake Rating: 4.51

Value For Money Rating: 4.65

Review Comment: "Fantastic hidden gem in the heart of Cornwall! A true challenge!"

Porthpean Golf Club

Location: Cornwall

Golfshake Rating: 4.59

Value For Money Rating: 4.60

Review Comment: "I don't think you can get better views for the price of the round anywhere in the country."

Torquay Golf Club

Location: Devon

Golfshake Rating: 4.28

Value For Money Rating: 4.57

Review Comment: "Very enjoyable course played in great weather. True greens. Particularly good set of holes 6 through 10. Very friendly. Well worth a visit."

Upavon Golf Club

Location: Wiltshire

Golfshake Rating: 4.11

Value For Money Rating: 4.57

Review Comment: "Nice course, great views and well maintained. Challenging and rewarding, worth a visit."

Pyecombe Golf Club

Location: Sussex

Golfshake Rating: 4.56

Value For Money Rating: 4.56

Review Comment: "Lovely looking course with fantastic views. Not overly long but you need to pay attention to approach shots into the excellent greens. A lot trickier when the wind blows I would imagine."

Crowborough Beacon Golf Club

Location: Sussex

Golfshake Rating: 4.70

Value For Money Rating: 4.54

Review Comment: "Crowborough feels like an adventure - almost all its holes are dramatic, there are great views, there's strategy and the condition is good. It's a very memorable course, underrated and great value compared to its heathland relatives in Surrey."

Farnham Golf Club

Location: Surrey

Golfshake Rating: 4.76

Value For Money Rating: 4.50

Review Comment: "What a superb course. Tree lined fairways, some really challenging holes, well placed bunkers and lightning fast beautifully manicured greens. Challenging for the average golfer but well worth a visit. Lovely terrace overlooking course and great little cafe at the 9th serving food and drinks."

Knighton Heath Golf Club

Location: Dorset

Golfshake Rating: 4.24

Value For Money Rating: 4.50

Review Comment: "Heathland course with some different and interesting holes. Good mix of tight and open holes with varied distance. Not long but placement is key."

Surbiton Golf Club

Location: Surrey

Golfshake Rating: 4.17

Value For Money Rating: 4.50

Review Comment: "Played here last week. Course was in excellent condition. So well kept during the last few months. Greens were immaculate. Definitely worth a visit and I will be playing here again in the near future."

Silverstone Golf Club

Location: Buckinghamshire

Golfshake Rating: 4.18

Value For Money Rating: 4.48

Review Comment: "Absolutely lovely course. Really well maintained and excellent value for money. The tee box, fairways & greens are in excellent condition. It’s a nice forgiving course, but some strategically placed water to punish any daft shots. Plenty of opportunity to really open up your shoulders off the tees with driver. Highly recommend this course and will definitely be going back."

Bowood Park Hotel & Golf Club

Location: Cornwall

Golfshake Rating: 4.43

Value For Money Rating: 4.47

Review Comment: "Excellent course, superb value for money and hotel do great golf & stay package deals."

Mendip Spring Golf Club

Location: Somerset

Golfshake Rating: 4.60

Value For Money Rating: 4.46

Review Comment: "What a treat, great welcome, bacon roll and coffee, in a lovely clubhouse. The course was fab, lots of challenge, beautiful holes and views from some. Excellent meal to finish. Members very friendly. Some very expensive courses from Weston to Bath and surrounding areas this was without doubt the best value. Will definitely return."

Saunton Golf Club

Location: Devon

Golfshake Rating: 5.00

Value For Money Rating: 4.45

Review Comment: "Fantastic value for money. Course immaculate. Great links test with some really interesting holes in the middle section. Local area is nice too if coming for more than the golf. Highly recommend."

Wells Golf Club

Location: Somerset

Golfshake Rating: 4.28

Value For Money Rating: 4.44

Review Comment: "Course was in unbelievable condition...immaculate. Stunning views, with some wonderful tricky and challenging holes. Great clubhouse & warm welcome. Must play course when visiting Somerset!"

Wellow Golf Club

Location: Hampshire

Golfshake Rating: 4.28

Value For Money Rating: 4.43

Review Comment: "Enjoyed our visit and game very much and look forward to returning to play again."

Thorney Park Golf Club

Location: Buckinghamshire

Golfshake Rating: 4.28

Value For Money Rating: 4.43

Review Comment: "A course I hadn't played for well over ten years, but it certainly won't be a ten year wait before I play here again. Not an overly long course, but a decent amount of bunkers, a few ponds and tree lined fairways means that you still have to work for a decent score."

Whitsand Bay Golf Club

Location: Cornwall

Golfshake Rating: 4.17

Value For Money Rating: 4.43

Review Comment: "What a little gem. Not long but with the challenge of the small greens, testing weather and dramatic elevation changes on a number of holes, it doesn't need to be."

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