The Shire London
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Course Information
The Shire London, Hertfordshire is a 27 hole club; 18 hole, par 72 (7028 yard) Seve Masters Course & the 9 hole Academy Course. A private, parkland golf course designed by Seve Ballesteros in 2007
27 holes | Par Seve Masters 72 | Seve Masters 7028 yards | Private | Parkland
Tee Time Information
Midweek Guide: £50 per round *
Weekend Guide: £65 per round *
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Visitor Information
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
Contact Information
Address: St Albans Road, Hertfordshire, EN5 4RE United Kingdom
Tel: 020 8441 7649
Golf Pro: Lee Cox | Tel: 0208 440 4009
Website: http://www.theshirelondon.com
Nearby
 | Dyrham Park Golf Club from 38 reviewsDistance 0.73 miles |
 | Old Fold Manor Golf Club from 87 reviewsDistance 1.11 miles |
 | East Barnet Golf Club from 5 reviewsDistance 1.85 miles |
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The Shire London Reviews & Information
Golfshake Rating
4.71
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4.71
from 273
Average Ratings
4.32 ... Overall Rating
4.42 ... The Course
4.30 ... Course Cond.
4.35 ... Facilities/Serv.
3.88 ... VFM
4.32 ... Overall Rating
4.42 ... The Course
4.30 ... Course Cond.
4.35 ... Facilities/Serv.
3.88 ... VFM
Addtional Ratings
4.09 ... Pace of play
4.38 ... Hospitality.
3.70 ... Prac. Facil.
4.08 ... Food + Drink
4.09 ... Pace of play
4.38 ... Hospitality.
3.70 ... Prac. Facil.
4.08 ... Food + Drink
Reviews
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273 ratings & 200 reviews on Golfshake. Ranked 130 out of 2183.
HIGHLY RATED - 98% would play again or recommend
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What the club says: The Seve Masters course at The Shire London is laid out like few other golf courses in the world. There are six par 5s, six par 4s and six par 3s, and on both the front 9 and the back 9, no two consecutive holes are the same par, with equal numbers of par 3s, 4s and 5s. This gives maximum variety, and maximum enjoyment - a core philosophy of Seve's designs.
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The golf courses reviews are the personal opinions of members of Golfshake who completed a review after playing the course. These opinions do not necessarily represent the views of Golfshake.com
Reviewed Jan 10 2022 by A Golfer - rated 4 out of 5 A typical Seve course
A typical Seve course. Par 5 seem very long, but on all holes you have to play to the course. On many other courses you can get away with 'just hitting' the ball with the right club, on The Shire you have to think about the shot you play.
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Reviewed Nov 8 2021 by Louis A - rated 3 out of 5 View more
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Reviewed Nov 2 2021 by John O - rated 5 out of 5 Water meadow
another great course in fact to of my friends joined the Shire soon after playing it as it was that good i might join myself next year.Course (layout/challlenge)
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Reviewed Oct 18 2021 by Simon D - rated 4 out of 5 Interesting course not for the feint hearted
The famous Seve Ballesteros designed course is a very nice course indeed. A bit of a mash up of varying styles from Links to classic Mediterranean gives a slightly confusing identity but it has been done very well. LOTS of water to kill your score but on the whole a great test of skill and nerve. The club house is OK, but could do with some more character and the very impersonal ordering of drinks and food via phone app is a let down.Definitely one to experience but think you're paying more for the Seve association than anything else.
(Round played: Oct 2021 - Score: 94 Handicap: 17.4)
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Reviewed Oct 5 2021 by Jon B - rated 4 out of 5 Nice course
Nice Seve course, as is usual for his courses par 5's seem very long. You do need to play to the course or balls can very easily be lost in water.(Round played: Oct 2021 - Score: 107 Handicap: 30.7)
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Reviewed Sep 14 2021 by Franklyn S - rated 3 out of 5 I have to give credit where credit is due, this course has never been a favorite of mine but on Saturday it was in the best condition that I have ever seen it in.
I don't know if they have new green keeping staff but the course was in good condition.
(Round played: Sep 2021 - Score: 84 Handicap: 10.6)
View moreI don't know if they have new green keeping staff but the course was in good condition.
(Round played: Sep 2021 - Score: 84 Handicap: 10.6)
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Reviewed Aug 17 2021 by Bob J - rated 4 out of 5 Great Course
Good facilities and great challenging course.Seve certainly plays with your mind.
Tricky greens some two tiers, blind tee shots and challenging water to lay up or carry.
(Round played: Aug 2021 - Score: 97 Handicap: 15.3)
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Reviewed Jul 6 2021 by James M - rated 5 out of 5 Great Condition
Fantastic course from tee to green.Great facilities.
Will definitely play again.
(Round played: Jun 2021 - Score: 91 Handicap: 15.3)
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Reviewed Jun 6 2021 by Zheng D - rated 4 out of 5 Fantastic course worth visiting
Challenging course and very good condition. Very friendly staff and good atmosphere. Will definitely play again.(Round played: Jun 2021 - Score: 92 Handicap: 15.9)
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Reviewed May 16 2021 by Thomas R - rated 4 out of 5 View more
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Reviewed Apr 13 2021 by Jeremy C - rated 4 out of 5 Nice course, unique layout
Play here regularly and its always in great shape. Unusual mix of holes, 6 of each par 3,4 and 5. Lots of water. Can be a bit slow sometimes but this day was fine after a slow start.Course (layout/challlenge)
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Reviewed Oct 17 2020 by Dom S - rated 5 out of 5 View more
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Reviewed Oct 3 2020 by Scott M - rated 4 out of 5 Coastal feeling parkland course
A funny course to play, with a very coastal links type feel to it for a parkland course. Plenty of undulation and some deceptive looking holes. Some of the best greens I?ve played on in the UK however, fast, true and very tricky!Course (layout/challlenge)
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Reviewed Sep 15 2020 by John W - rated 3 out of 5 View more
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Reviewed Sep 6 2020 by Gary F - rated 4 out of 5 Nice Parkland Course
Nice parkland course well laid out, the greens are so fast, be prepared for 5 hour rounds at this time. They are packing golfers in like sardines. Is it VFM no, not at ?60 pounds worth more like ?30. I know Seve designed the course, but you don't have to raise the price. There are better courses in and around the shire if you look. I would play again ,but only if the price was a lot lower.Would i recommend ,yes it is worth a round ,just to check out a champion course
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Reviewed Aug 12 2020 by Matt H - rated 5 out of 5 So so good
Each time play here I find I enjoy it more and more. The layout is really good and a fun quirky mixture of holes - obviously no 2 consecutive holes on each 9 are the same par so it keeps it interesting.Place is also in unreal condition, nothing out of place and the green running the fastest I have ever seen them - a real defense for the course.
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Reviewed Jul 14 2020 by Steven B - rated 4 out of 5 Suitably Challanging
Great course with plenty of character. Particularly like the 18th with the S shapes pond!Course (layout/challlenge)
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Reviewed Jun 25 2020 by Tomo M - rated 4 out of 5 Really interesting course and well worth a visit. Having 6 par 5s you would think there’s a score to had - think again - it’s tough. Greens immaculate and rapid when we played. Bit pricey at £60. A few standout holes but leading that race was the 18th. Great risk reward hole when you’re better ball match play is on the line. One main negative was it was a 5 hour round ! The halfway BBQ food was a nice touch and lovely !
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Reviewed Jun 16 2020 by Simon P - rated 4 out of 5 A challenge
Previously unimpressed but the course is now in great condition and is maturing nicely. Don't like the gimmicky 18th and would prefer not to start with a par 3 (would be better to start on the 10th) but the rest are really interesting and varied holes.Did not play well at all and lost a lot of balls but will be back
(Round played: Jun 2020 - Score: 98 Handicap: 15.3)
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Reviewed Jun 15 2020 by David H - rated 5 out of 5 Not for the weak minded
Seve master piece, this course is not for the weak minded. every hole is challenging and excellent course management is required as well as a straight tee shot!Course (layout/challlenge)
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The golf courses reviews are the personal opinions of members of Golfshake who completed a review after playing the course. These opinions do not necessarily represent the views of Golfshake.com
