Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre
Course Information
Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre, Hertfordshire is an 18 hole, par 71 (6509 yard), public, parkland golf course.
18 holes | Par 71 | 6509 yards | Public | Parkland
Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre Information
Address: Batchwood Drive, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 5XA United Kingdom
Tel: 01727 844250
Website: https://everyonegolf.com/venues/batchwood-golf-and-sports-centre/
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| Course | Tee | Par | SSS | Yards | ||
| Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre | White | 71 | 72 [128] | 6468 | ||
| Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre | Yellow | 71 | 70 [123] | 6166 | ||
| Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre | yellow | 71 | 70.1 [123] | 5862 | ||
| Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre | Red | 73 | 73 [127] | 5703 | ||
| Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre | Yellow | 33 | 33 | 2882 | ||
Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre Reviews
GOLFSHAKE RATING
3.18
AVERAGE RATING 2.9
(based on 335 reviews)
5 star
16
4 star
73
3 star
141
2 star
84
1 star
21
RECOMMENDATIONS
91%
would play again or recommend
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What the club says: Challenge yourself with a round at Batchwood. With its parkland setting and generous fairway’s it will test golfers of all abilities.
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Ricky W rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 20 2025
Generally in good condition with a nice mix of long, short and easy + difficult holes
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Mark S rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed May 2 2025
Great value course
Good pricing but you get what you pay for, the condition of the greens was sub-standard for putting. It was okay, but below par. Otherwise the course was lovely.Reviewer Rating
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Paul/ Hertfordshire rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed May 1 2025
Terrible Greens
Ive played at Stockwood golf course many times and found the conditions of the greens very good, I played there yesterday and the greens were in very poor condition to the point where I think the course should be closed until they have sorted the problem out.Reviewer Rating
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Colin rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 30 2024
I think it is value for money.fairways and greens in good condition bunkers need some attention.But don’t go into the clubhouse.I played with my grandson the foul language by the members was disgusting
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Greg S rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 11 2024
This was a lovely walk and challenging course
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Greg S rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 8 2024
Lovely but challenging course in great condition and really enjoyed playing it
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Robert M rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 18 2024
A course that has improved a couple of levels over the past 18 months and continues to be worked on and improved.
Greens remain slow, but they have got much better.
Value for money is also better.
Greens remain slow, but they have got much better.
Value for money is also better.
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Pete H rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 10 2024
Forgiving course with some gently pleasant variations, wide, well defined fairways & hard dry greens. Feels like a course that one can score well on yet…
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Steve B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 2 2023
Great value
Interesting course pretty good condition well worth a visitReviewer Rating
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Robert M rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 6 2023
This course is on the way up and has improved significantly over the last year. More needs to be done, but the greens are now good if slow. The putting green can now be used to practice putting rather than chipping. Grrenstaff are visible and doing a good job. Pricing is too low for the quality of the course.
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Geofffrey B rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 1 2023
Needs some TLC
Played here because it is cheap for Seniors.Course needs some TLC it is in a poorer condition than when I played here last year,
Tee boxes very rough and used, (Yellow Tees), Fairways not up to standard, Bunkers need a lot of work virtually all have grass in them, Greens Very slow but true.
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Tony B rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 25 2023
Free round of golf through my golf insurance. Practice facilities, included a couple of practice nets and a putting area that was fairly large, but to putt on was impossible. It was terrible. The course for the time of year was in pretty decent condition. The fairways were ok, could have done with a cut though. The tee-boxes were fine, a couple of mats, but I've played on worse. Bunkers though were pretty poor, no sand really to mention. The saving grace for the course are the greens. They were in really good condition and very good to putt on. For a council owned course, it wasn't too bad. With a little more investment, care and work, it could be a very good course. There's a good mix of holes, with long par-3's and par-4's to test your game. There is a clubhouse, but I couldn't get into it. Keycode on the door. I think it's a members only clubhouse. Payment is in the sports centre reception, no cash payments. I may consider returning in the summer to see how the course plays then. Good value for money, as it didn't cost me anything.
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Martin A rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 23 2023
Average public course
Good value for money, back nine is a bit tougher and longer, Needs investment has huge potentialReviewer Rating
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William H rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 24 2023
Play this course regularly. Normally in good condition. There had been no rain for several days. Then after a short shower the front 9 holes became a mess. Called mud on the fairways plus loads of leaf litter. Trolley wheels absolutely clogged. 9th hole, a par 3 is downhill to the green. The tee box has been moved several times of the last few years and the old tee boxes fenced off. The current tee box, which appears to be temporary despite having been there for 2 yrs has a 10 degree slope downhill. No attempt has been made to level it off. I feel the course should have been closed due to the general condition but it is a council course so maybe there is no onexto make that decision.
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Jay from watford rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 29 2022
Challenging but fun
The course was challenging but fun fairways were great even though its been dry greens were very quickReviewer Rating
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Joe R rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 20 2022
Great value for money
What can I say about Batchwood? It has some very tricky Par 4 holes, is very well kept for a pay and play course with fast greens, the reception staff are very helpful, and it costs about a half the price of playing on a comparable well known course.Reviewer Rating
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Colin S rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 8 2022
An excellent round. Course in very good condition with lots of interesting holes.
Friendly staff at Reception and the pleasant 19th hole.
Friendly staff at Reception and the pleasant 19th hole.
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Don S rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 19 2022
Worth a visit
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Gareth P rated 1.5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 19 2022
Crazy golf
From tee to green the course was in OK condition, but the greens were bare, concrete hard, and several had what appeared to be 'motorbike donuts? all over them. Once you got on the green (anything landed directly on the green would rocket off, no matter how much backspin you put on the ball) it was more like playing crazy golf.Reviewer Rating
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Robert M rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 9 2022
Great improvement
Course condition has improved several levels. New greenkeeping staff are really turning round this great layout. Greens are very playable. Flat and rolling well.Course now represents excellent value.
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Jon C rated 2.5 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 21 2022
Average?
Course is a little dull, not many stand out holes. Pace slow, not helped with a 5 ball playing?Reviewer Rating
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Jag G rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 14 2022
Great day
Great conditions for a great round!The weather was fabulous and the ball is beginning to run well
(Round played: Mar 2022 - Score: 105 Handicap: 15.8)
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Jag G rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 14 2022
Great municipal course
The course is coming back up to its peak once again after a couple of years of not being cared for. Green keepers are amazing and greens and fairways being upgraded. The course drains well and only a couple of places of standing water sometimes.Reviewer Rating
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Eric B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 9 2021
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Gareth P rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 9 2021
Decent municipal course
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William H rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 5 2021
Council run course in reasonable condition. Very reasonable green fees for the older golfer. Maybe due to the weather but no queues and good pace round the course.
(Round played: Oct 2021 - Score: 83 Handicap: 16.4)
(Round played: Oct 2021 - Score: 83 Handicap: 16.4)
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Wijitha A rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 13 2021
good course
weather was good
greens with sand and somewhat difficult to putt
green fees very reasonable
drinks prices very reasonable
excellent service at the bar excellent food friendly membrers who we met
(Round played: Sep 2021 - Score: 105 Handicap: 21.6)
weather was good
greens with sand and somewhat difficult to putt
green fees very reasonable
drinks prices very reasonable
excellent service at the bar excellent food friendly membrers who we met
(Round played: Sep 2021 - Score: 105 Handicap: 21.6)
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Colin C rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 8 2021
Petty rules you’re not warned about until you contravene them
No hats in the clubhouse, no drinks out front on the picnic table. No signs to warn you of either(Round played: Sep 2021 - Score: 106 Handicap: 23.9)
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Sean W rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 27 2021
Nice
played here a fair few years ago and thought it was in poor condition, but have to say its really improved. Greens are good and fairly fast, fairways in nice condition, bunkers need a little bit of work, Only real grumble was the practise area, the 'putting green' is a chipping green and the nets have more wear then my 1987 lucky pants. Overall and taking into account the £22 green fee you can't really go wrong. Will be back for sure
(Round played: Aug 2021 - Score: 86 Handicap: 17.9)
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Don S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 4 2021
3-8-21
Course was fine fairways well cut, bunkers need more sand ,greens could be cut shorterReviewer Rating
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Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre?
No, we are unaware of a driving range at this venue.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre?
No, we are unaware of a clubhouse at this venue.
Is there a golf pro shop at Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre?
No, we are unaware of a Pro Shop at this venue.
Are there changing facilities at Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre.
Can you hire buggies at Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre?
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 Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre?
No, we are unaware of being able to hire golf clubs here.
Is there a bar at Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre?
Yes you can order food for dining at Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre
Is there accommodation at Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Batchwood Golf and Sports Centre?
No, we are unaware of any function rooms being available.
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