The Shire London
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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
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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
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Midweek Guide: £50 per round *
Weekend Guide: £65 per round *
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Midweek Guide: £50 per round *
Weekend Guide: £65 per round *
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GOLFSHAKE RATING
4.23
AVERAGE RATING 4.3
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Kalpesh P rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 12 2014
The shire was in fantastic condition and the greens were superb
(Round played: Oct 2014 - Score: 87 Handicap: 13.1)
(Round played: Oct 2014 - Score: 87 Handicap: 13.1)
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Nikki L rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 24 2014
Played on a sunny day (24th sept) and must say it was superb.Everything about the place oozes class.On top of all that we only paid £180 for our four ball which included coffee and bacon rolls and a meal after we played on seve's gem,the masters 18 holes.Quirky layout but that adds to the enjoyment.Seve,what a legend!!!
(Round played: Sep 2014 - Score: 87 Handicap: 9.6)
(Round played: Sep 2014 - Score: 87 Handicap: 9.6)
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Dan C rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 18 2014
Very very good, reduced green rate because some work on greens, but they still played better than most good course. Loved it.
(Round played: Aug 2014 - Score: 101 Handicap: 19.7)
(Round played: Aug 2014 - Score: 101 Handicap: 19.7)
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Neville S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 11 2014
Water comes into play a lot on this course, and it starts early with a par 3 first that is surrounded by the stuff, and finishes with an uphill par 4 that seems to be more pond than green.
This isn't a course that will roll over and let you tickle its tummy. With lots of deep bunkers, lots of water, and tricky greens, you will have to earn pretty much everything you get. However, with 4 sets of tees you can choose the tee that suits your game, and the fairways aren't especially tight.
My favourite hole? Probably the short par 3 7th. Obviously it's over water.
I hope to go back and play it again, but not with the game I took with me today.
(Round played: Aug 2014 - Score: 115 Handicap: 17.8)
This isn't a course that will roll over and let you tickle its tummy. With lots of deep bunkers, lots of water, and tricky greens, you will have to earn pretty much everything you get. However, with 4 sets of tees you can choose the tee that suits your game, and the fairways aren't especially tight.
My favourite hole? Probably the short par 3 7th. Obviously it's over water.
I hope to go back and play it again, but not with the game I took with me today.
(Round played: Aug 2014 - Score: 115 Handicap: 17.8)
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Lee O rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 4 2014
Amazing course excellent facilities great greens but a very narrow layout with hazards strategically placed to force you to think your way around. The course feels like it has been designed to punish anyone but the truly big (and very straight) hitters. There's always sensible option with less risk and with the rough virtually impossible to escape I'd recommend a practice round to learn where to pick your battles.
(Round played: Jun 2014 - Score: 99 Handicap: )
(Round played: Jun 2014 - Score: 99 Handicap: )
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John O rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 7 2023
Exceptional layout and will be playing there again soon so am looking forward to the day.
Friendly staff and state of the ark clubhouse.
Friendly staff and state of the ark clubhouse.
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A Golfer rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 14 2023
With 6 par 3's, 6 par 4's and 6 par 5's, there was lots of variety and a real challenge. The course was in great condition, with very well maintained fairways and greens. There was also plenty of water to contend with. The layout was beautiful and it was clear that the course had been very well looked after.
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David J rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 4 2022
Ballesteros Course
What a beautiful course, Not an easy course water everywhere so take a lot of Balls. My favorite course.Reviewer Rating
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Pravin P rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 29 2022
Amazing Condition
Fantastic course in good condition all round, a must to visit. Greens are well kept and fast.Reviewer Rating
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Simon D rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 18 2021
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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Jeremy C rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 13 2021
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.Reviewer Rating
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Scott M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 3 2020
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!Reviewer Rating
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Gary F rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 6 2020
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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Tomo M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 25 2020
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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David H rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 15 2020
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!Reviewer Rating
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