Ballards Gore Golf Club
Course Information
Ballards Gore Golf Club, Essex is an 18 hole, par 73 (6769 yard), private, parkland golf course designed by Arthur Elvin.
18 holes | Par 73 | 6769 yards | Private | Parkland
About Ballards Gore Golf Club
Golf Club Overview
Address: Gore Road, Canewdon, Rochford, Essex, SS4 2DA United Kingdom
Tel: 01702 258917
Golf Pro: Gary McCarthy | Tel: 01702 258924
Website: https://www.ballardsgore.com
Golf Club Facilities
Click the following link to find out what facilities are available at Ballards Gore Golf Club and read frequently asked questions.
Visitor Information & Green Fees
Price Guide: £££
36 Holes (2 for 1 vouchers accepted on day rate only)
Midweek Guide: £27.50 per round *
Weekend Guide: £32.50 per round after 1pm *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
- Voucher Deals Available
- 7 Day Membership Available
- 5 Day Membership Available
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Courses & Scorecards
| Course | Tee | Par | SSS | Yards | ||
| Ballards Gore | White | 73 | 72.2 [129] | 6783 | ||
| Ballards Gore | Wht winter | 72 | 72 | 6639 | ||
| Ballards Gore | Yel Winter | 72 | 71 | 6476 | ||
| Ballards Gore | Yellow | 73 | 70.6 [126] | 6349 | ||
| Ballards Gore | Blue Winte | 72 | 70 | 6084 | ||
| Ballards Gore | Black | 73 | 69.7 [121] | 5788 | ||
| Ballards Gore | Red | 74 | 72.8 [121] | 5788 | ||
| Ballards Gore | Blue | 72 | 67.6 [116] | 5724 | ||
| Ballards Gore | Red Winter | 73 | 73 | 5624 | ||
| Ballards Gore | Blck Wintr | 72 | 68 | 5624 | ||
| Ballards Gore | Yellow F9 | 37 | 37 | 3303 | ||
Ballards Gore Golf Club Reviews
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GOLFSHAKE RATING
3.65
AVERAGE RATING 3.8
(based on 162 reviews)
5 star
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4 star
73
3 star
33
2 star
13
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4
HIGHLY RATED
94%
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John F rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 25 2017
1st played today, excellent course, very friendly staff, very well set out, pace of play very good, I would definitely play this course again, will also recommend this club to anyone one too.
(Round played: Jun 2017 - Score: 94 Handicap: 21)
(Round played: Jun 2017 - Score: 94 Handicap: 21)
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Craig rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 8 2021
Mr G
Face don't fit then your not welcome. Just had a really bad experience at Ballards.Staff where really nice but that's where it stopped.
Played many of times with friends who are members and up till today not had bad word to say.
But today
No marshaling for slow play.
Golf course could do with a cut. Super long in first cut and fairway.
Slow play.
The offer to play though was not acknowledged at all by members if front.
2x4 balls (waiting time was round 10 minutes)
Playing as a 2 ball myself today.
Must of had there blinkers on today.
3x 2 balls gave up and walked in due to wait time behind me. We was the 4th to give up.
Didn't stop to see of Beer was cold. Although could of done with 1.
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Neil L rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 2 2019
Nice little course
I played with a friend who is a member. Some really great holes and a few boring ones but all in all a nice little local course if you're in the area or looking to play somewhere new. Friendly members and good facilities.Reviewer Rating
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Derrick rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 17 2017
Big hitters need only apply
Lovely course, well mainted, very long having par4s playing par 5 at other courses
Some challenging holes and water hazzards in play,
Club house lacked atmosphere but that's due to aesthetics not clientele
Would defniatly return and recommend
Lovely course, well mainted, very long having par4s playing par 5 at other courses
Some challenging holes and water hazzards in play,
Club house lacked atmosphere but that's due to aesthetics not clientele
Would defniatly return and recommend
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Wayne H rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 8 2017
Greens played inconsistently as some where quite water logged and others dry and fast.
Fairways were in good condition but players need to repair their divots .
(Round played: Feb 2017 - Score: 112 Handicap: 28)
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Barry H rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 3 2017
Great course, the greens were in great condition for the time of year. It's well worth a round here.
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Ian G rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 22 2016
Course in very good condition for the time of year. Well maintained and very friendly club. The course has some very long holes and plenty of challenges. Definitely come back.
(Round played: Nov 2016 - Score: 102 Handicap: 19.3)
(Round played: Nov 2016 - Score: 102 Handicap: 19.3)
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Martyn K rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 7 2016
very nice course in great condition, very flat,challenging,particularly if its your first time here,strokesaver booklet essential!
(Round played: Nov 2016 - Score: 112 Handicap: 28)
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Steve B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 30 2016
This is a local course to where I live
Very friendly staff,
I think this course is sometimes under estimated
Great condition
Very friendly staff,
I think this course is sometimes under estimated
Great condition
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Dean C rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 22 2016
Great value for tee times before midday on consecutive Fridays. In very good condition. Challenging course with lots of trees and water. Need to think rather than blast your way round. Friendly pro shop and bar staff. Highly recommended.
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Anton P rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 26 2016
(Round played: Sep 2016 - Score: 89 Handicap: 10.3)..ballards gore is a bit hitters course with only minor imagination required. If u hit big then you will enjoy but wayward or short off tee and you may struggle to score well. Club house has zero atmosphere I'm afraid.
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Mark J rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 29 2014
this is a vary challenging course with a lot of different sort of holes
(Round played: Apr 2014 - Score: 90 Handicap: 15.3)
(Round played: Apr 2014 - Score: 90 Handicap: 15.3)
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Danny B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 1 2013
Booked course online and only payed £12 for a round. Course was in very good condition, some really lovely holes. Quite long par 5, not to many par 3's but an enjoyable course. Go of the fairway and your ball can be hard to find. Overall, very happy with the round!
(Round played: Oct 2013 - Score: 90 Handicap: 0)
(Round played: Oct 2013 - Score: 90 Handicap: 0)
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Steve S rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 13 2013
very tough course to play in fantastic condition
not an easy challenge but achievable to score well
(Round played: Aug 2013 - Score: 113 Handicap: 24.4)
not an easy challenge but achievable to score well
(Round played: Aug 2013 - Score: 113 Handicap: 24.4)
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Ash W rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 12 2013
Flat and long and quite open.. bunkers are place in awkward places..
(Round played: Aug 2013 - Score: 98 Handicap: 20.7)
(Round played: Aug 2013 - Score: 98 Handicap: 20.7)
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Ian G rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 11 2013
Fairways and greens in excellent condition. A very interesting course with well thought out holes to test golf ears of all abilities.
(Round played: Sep 2013 - Score: 100 Handicap: 19.7)
(Round played: Sep 2013 - Score: 100 Handicap: 19.7)
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James / Essex rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 29 2013
A really good golf course in great condition. The greens are in excellent condition and have a very true roll, the fairways and tee box's are equally as good and it was a real pleasure to play. The new facilities in the club house are very nice and the food is really good quality and reasonably priced. The course layout is challenging and there are some fantastic quirky holes, it is very long and it makes a refreshing change to the normal driver pitching wedge par 4! Definitely going back!
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Steve B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 8 2025
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James Y rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 31 2023
Ballards Gore
Fair course, well kept. Forgiving fairways especially some holes where undergrowth is cleared. Greens were decent for the time of the year.Reviewer Rating
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Alan P rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 15 2023
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Andy T rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 28 2022
Society Day at Ballards Gore
13 of us descended from all parts of London and beyond, organised by myself in Essex. Ballards is along a flat course with a reasonable amount of different challenges. The team at BGGC was exemplary, the rolls etc were good and the service was fantastic. The professional guided us through the course and the dos and don't and we all had a great time, won by the only female participant on the day (42pts) Well done Ballards, the course was good, tidy, and challenging.Reviewer Rating
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Mark T rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 13 2022
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Len W rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 30 2022
Golf course was very dry but the greens were in good condition
Lovely lay out would recommend to friends
Lovely lay out would recommend to friends
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Sean S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 17 2022
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Sean S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 16 2022
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Sean S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 16 2022
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Neil D rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 12 2022
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Neil D rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 12 2022
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Stephen S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 30 2021
Good value
Good course in decent condition.Reviewer Rating
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Connie Flynn F rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 19 2021
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Ballards Gore Golf Club Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Ballards Gore Golf Club?
Yes there is a driving range at Ballards Gore Golf Club which will be accessible prior to visiting and open for use.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Ballards Gore Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Ballards Gore Golf Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Ballards Gore Golf 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 Ballards Gore Golf Club?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Ballards Gore Golf Club.
Can you hire buggies at Ballards Gore Golf 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 Ballards Gore Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of being able to hire golf clubs here.
Is there a bar at Ballards Gore Golf Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Ballards Gore Golf Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Ballards Gore Golf Club
Is there accommodation at Ballards Gore Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Ballards Gore Golf Club?
Yes there is the option to hire out function or conference rooms. Contact Ballards Gore Golf Club for further details.
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