Dorset Golf and Country Club
Course Information
Dorset Golf and Country Club, Dorset is a 27 hole, par 72 (6580yard), resort, parkland golf course designed by Martin Hawtree.
27 holes | Par Lake/Park 72; Lake/Wood 69; Park/Wood 69 | Lake/Park 6580; Lake/Wood 5881; Park/Wood 590 yards | Resort | Parkland
About Dorset Golf and Country Club
Golf Club Overview
Address: Bere Regis, nr. Poole, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 7NT United Kingdom
Tel: 01929 472244
Golf Pro: Scott Porter, Jonathan Elsdon, Stephen Packer | Tel: 01929 472244
Website: https://www.dorsetgolfresort.com/
Golf Club Facilities
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Visitor Information & Green Fees
Price Guide: £££££
Midweek Guide: £40.00 per round *
Weekend Guide: £44.00 per round *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
- Voucher Deals Available
- 7 Day Membership Available
- 5 Day Membership Available
Restrictions: Maximum Handicap No Restriction
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Courses & Scorecards
| Course | Tee | Par | SSS | Yards | ||
| Lakeland | White 18 | 72 | 72 | 6615 | ||
| Lakeland | Blue | 36 | 36 | 3510 | ||
| Lakeland | White | 36 | 36 | 3306 | ||
| Lakeland | Yellow | 36 | 36 | 3117 | ||
| Lakeland | Red | 36 | 36 | 2721 | ||
| Lakeland/Woodland | White | 69 | 68 [123] | 5907 | ||
| Lakeland/Woodland | Yellow | 69 | 67 [121] | 5629 | ||
| Lakeland/Woodland | Red | 69 | 69 [125] | 4965 | ||
| Woodlands | Yellow 18 | 66 | 67 | 5024 | ||
| Woodlands | White | 33 | 33 | 2601 | ||
| Woodlands | Yellow | 33 | 33 | 2512 | ||
| Woodlands | Red | 33 | 33 | 2244 | ||
| Lakeland / Parkland | Blue | 72 | 74 [136] | 7027 | ||
| Lakeland / Parkland | White | 72 | 72 [133] | 6615 | ||
| Lakeland / Parkland | Yellow | 72 | 72 [125] | 6182 | ||
| Lakeland / Parkland | Red | 72 | 72 [129] | 5469 | ||
| Parkland / Woodland | White | 69 | 68 [126] | 5910 | ||
| Parkland / Woodland | Yellow | 69 | 67 [120] | 5577 | ||
| Parkland / Woodland | Red | 69 | 69 [129] | 4992 | ||
| Parkland | Blue | 36 | 36 | 3517 | ||
| Parkland | White | 36 | 36 | 3309 | ||
| Parkland | Yellow | 36 | 36 | 3065 | ||
| Parkland | Red | 36 | 36 | 2748 | ||
Dorset Golf and Country Club Reviews
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GOLFSHAKE RATING
4.21
AVERAGE RATING 4.1
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5 star
105
4 star
125
3 star
40
2 star
9
1 star
1
HIGHLY RATED
97%
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What the club says: The Dorset Golf & Country Club hosts 27 holes of the most challenging golf in Dorset and is recognized as one of the golfing gems of the South of England. The Martin Hawtree designed; Lakeland/Parkland and Woodland courses are built to full USGA specification and are extremely well maintained, presenting excellent playing conditions for all levels of golfers.
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Melvern A rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 22 2025
Good course well worth visiting
Unfortunately the course had suffered from some really bad weather all bunkers wear GUR and the course was very wetReviewer Rating
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David rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 25 2025
Abysmal Club
So these guys promote special rates to locals in the BH Postcode. Then they bombarde you you with offers, my wife and I played twice and it was OK, nothing spectacular. then we played a week ago 17.08.2025, 4 hours 25 minutes in and we gave up on hole 14 ( Lakeland- Parkland). Booked again to play today 25.05.2025. Realtor see that for the last four weeks even though we had given buggy key back to bar, no refund d of deposit had been made (£15.00). Complained but buy behind desk couldnt give a monkeys. Went out at 1pm today as a two ball, 3 hours to do 9 holes behind god knows how many four balls, e eventually after five hours gave up at hole 14 without completing, complained and the guy behind the counter just said it is what it is. This is a very mediocre course in the middle of nowhere seemingly run by people who couldnt give a toss if you have a good game, bad game or ever return. I would advise to steer well clear..Reviewer Rating
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Jon M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 20 2025
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Jon M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 19 2025
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Roger M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 8 2025
Good Challenge
With the lack of rain the fairways are running. The greens are exceptionally good and quick. Away from the course the staff are great and the food extremely tasty.Reviewer Rating
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Simon B rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 8 2025
Lovely course
Course in great condition considering lack of rain. Well worth a visitReviewer Rating
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Melvern A rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed May 21 2025
Well worth a visiting three changing course
Considering how much dry weather we have had all three courses were in reasonable conditions the greens we're in good condition obviously watered well unfortunately the bunkers where not in such good condition with varying amount of very course sand? the answer don't go in them but all in all very enjoyableReviewer Rating
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Simon B rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 17 2025
Lovely course
Great course to play. Been visiting here for a few years and always made welcome. Friendly staff and good food.Reviewer Rating
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Dave B rated 2.5 out of 5
Reviewed May 3 2025
Nice courses but far too many bunkers. Bunkers are expensive to maintain and this club clearly doesnt have the resources to maintain the ridiculous number of bunkers they have. Also not a hotel like most other golf resorts; bar closes at 11:30, which is not advertised and quite the surprise
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Roger M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 7 2025
Quiet location
Lovely course offering three different nines with the Parkland/Lakeland nines being the popular choice. Course offers a fairly level walk with water hazards and well placed bunkers. If you have time play the Woodland nine especially when the Rhododendrons are in flower, a real picture. All the nines have fairly quick greens so take your pick and enjoyReviewer Rating
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Roger M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 29 2024
Good Course
Played after a lot of heavy rain the course played really well if lacking the run on the fairways, naturally. The greens were in really good condition. Only two of the fairways were very soft and wet but definitely playable. Lovely setting and the food in the clubhouse was excellent. Had a deal for a round of golf coffee and sausage baguette for £30 great winter valueReviewer Rating
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Stephen M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 9 2024
A great place for a golf break
The three nine hole courses provide different challenges and strategically placed hazards mean that you have to think your way around.Staying on-site helped make the break even more enjoyable
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Mike R rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 30 2024
One of the most enjoyable courses to play in Dorset
I have played the Dorset G&CC a number of times but not for many years. The main course (Lakeland and Parkland nines)is one of the most enjoyable layouts you will come across. Such a great variety of holes with great use of water (lakes and streams). It's designed by Martin Hawtree so this is to be expected. The greens were excellent, pretty quick and pure, and the fairways were also in great shape. However tees were a bit bare, although this didn't affect how they played. The bunkers were a bit of an issue with many having large puddles in them even though it hadn't rained in a fair few days. But this didn't detract from the enjoyment of the course. It is great value for money and with a bit more TLC it would be one of the best courses in the county.Reviewer Rating
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Andy F rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 5 2024
very worth while days golf all four players enjoyed the challenge the course supplied the staff in the shop were very helpful the buggies were in good condition,would recommend to anyone.
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Stuart R rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 16 2024
Greens in great condition, tee boxes and bunkers in terrible condition.
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Simon B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 28 2024
Parkland course was very wet and muddy,- drainage is poor on this course, which did effect the enjoyment, however the Woodland course, you wouldnt have know that we have had any rain as this was in great condition.
The course normally is a joy to play on any of the 3 courses
The course normally is a joy to play on any of the 3 courses
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Roger M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 22 2024
Always Open
One of only a few courses open in all this wet weather. Considering all the rain this course has three loops of nine and can spread players out. The Woodland nine was the least wet and muddy of the 3 nines. All nines were on main tees and greens but a lot of the fairways were extremely wet and very muddy in certain areas but overall playable, just.Reviewer Rating
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Roger M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 18 2024
Always Open
One of only a few courses open in all this wet weather. Considering all the rain this course has three loops of nine and can spread players out. The Woodland nine was the least wet and muddy of the 3 nines. All nines were on main tees and greens but a lot of the fairways were extremely wet and very muddy in certain areas but overall playable, just.Reviewer Rating
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Warren B rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 9 2024
Great course options, nice set up, very friendly. Playable even after all the recent rain, need to play in the summer to enjoy the bunkers, but still a good day out even in March.
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Roger M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 16 2023
Never shuts. Always on main tees and greens. In fact it's up to you to play or not.
Course overall was in very good condition considering a weeks worth of rain with excellent pace on the greens. There was a notice saying all bunkers out of play due to the rainfall and having lost a ball in one you can understand why
Course overall was in very good condition considering a weeks worth of rain with excellent pace on the greens. There was a notice saying all bunkers out of play due to the rainfall and having lost a ball in one you can understand why
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Louise Hobson rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 24 2023
Very welcoming club
The club hosted the junior Dorset County Henderson trophy and dispite heavy rain the course was very well presented and the greens were lovely. Staff were friendly and welcoming and food was very high standard and reasonabley priced even at 7:30am!! Would highly recommendReviewer Rating
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Roger M rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 22 2023
Lovely Setting
Course was in good order considering the rain we have had. Greens ran well and quite quick, fairways and tees in good shape. Bunkers were still holding a lot of water and one or two like mini swimming pools. Great location different loops of nine giving a great test for all handicapsReviewer Rating
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Jamie C rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 19 2023
Good facilities and variation of 9 hole courses. Service and food good on overnight stays and easy check in/out service
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Melvern A rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 9 2023
This complex is well worth a visit
All three of the nine hole course are in very good condition even though there is a completely new irrigation system being installed it has minimal disruption.Reviewer Rating
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Nigel R rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 9 2023
Great
Very good just like singing hills in Sussex. Flat with lots of trees and water. If you want a challenge then you will enjoy yourself here.Reviewer Rating
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Clive Winward rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 4 2023
Excellent Course
We played this club during a 2 night/3 round stay.The greens were probably the best I’ve played on in this country. We played on the day of the club championships and came across some brilliant pin positions. There was interesting holes on all three of the nines. Only downside was a five and a half hour round on the Monday, caused by a visiting society/group. The course does need a marshall. Bunkers were out of play due to recent heavy rain damage, but this didn’t really detract from our enjoyment.
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John O rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 8 2023
Challenging course offering something for golfers of all abilities
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Phil L rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed May 29 2023
Nice course
Nice course with fairways and greens playing very nicely. It was fairly busy but pace of play was ok.Reviewer Rating
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Simon B rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 28 2023
Great course, well worth the fees
3 nine holes that can be challenging
slighty boggy in places due to the amount of rain over the last 24 hours but playable
3 nine holes that can be challenging
slighty boggy in places due to the amount of rain over the last 24 hours but playable
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Roger M rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 30 2023
Always enjoy this course
Considering all the bad weather we have had the course was in a pretty good condition. Only disappointment was the amount of pitch marks players left on the greens. What happened to repair your own and one other!!!Reviewer Rating
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Dorset Golf and Country Club Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Dorset Golf and Country Club?
Yes there is a driving range at Dorset Golf and Country Club which will be accessible prior to visiting and open for use.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Dorset Golf and Country Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Dorset Golf and Country Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Dorset Golf and Country Club?
Yes there is a golf pro shop which you can access prior to your round of golf or visit to the golf club.
Are there changing facilities at Dorset Golf and Country Club?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Dorset Golf and Country Club.
Can you hire buggies at Dorset Golf and Country Club?
Buggy hire is available and will be subject to availability. Call prior to your visit to confirm you requirements.
Can you hire golf clubs at Dorset Golf and Country Club?
No, we are unaware of being able to hire golf clubs here.
Is there a bar at Dorset Golf and Country Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Dorset Golf and Country Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Dorset Golf and Country Club
Is there accommodation at Dorset Golf and Country Club?
Yes there is accommodation at Dorset Golf and Country Club. Please visit their website for further details and plan a golf break there.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Dorset Golf and Country Club?
Yes there is the option to hire out function or conference rooms. Contact Dorset Golf and Country Club for further details.
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