Blakes Golf Club
Course Information
Blakes Golf Club, Essex is an 18 hole, par 71 (6436 yard), private, inland links golf course designed by Howard Swan.
18 holes | Par 71 | 6436 yards | Private | Inland Links
Blakes Golf Club Information
Golf Club Overview
Address: Epping Road, Epping, Essex, CM16 6RZ United Kingdom
Tel: 01992 525151
Golf Pro: Luke Curtis | Tel: 07473302644
Website: https://www.blakesgolfclub.com
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Blakes Reviews
Discover what golfers are saying about the course, facilities, and overall experience at Blakes Golf Club. Explore detailed insights on the golf course, including course conditions, value for money, and pace of play from the latest reviews and feedback in 2025. The Golfshake independent reviews also cover important factors like facilities & service, hospitality, practice facilities, and food & drink. Access the latest, unbiased reviews to help you make an informed decision about your next round at Blakes Golf Club.
GOLFSHAKE RATING
3.52
AVERAGE RATING 3.2
(based on 554 reviews)
5 star
52
4 star
184
3 star
194
2 star
85
1 star
40
RECOMMENDATIONS
85%
would play again or recommend
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What the club says: The Blakes Championship course, designed by renowned course architect Howard Swan, is best described as an inland links. The layout and undulations of the course are totally unique to the area with rolling fairways and sleepered bunkers giving the feel of a traditional seaside links.
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James W rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 28 2025
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Mick C rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 18 2025
Needs maintenance
We were somewhat disappointed with the course, its in very bad condition, with no general maintenance happening at allReviewer Rating
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Mark W rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 18 2025
As played many times great layout great staff very nice breaky. But due to the dry spell some of the greens have been scorched and a bit patchy. And along with Tee boxes bit hard and bumpy.
But overall the course played well.
But overall the course played well.
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Mark W rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 16 2025
As played many times great layout great staff very nice breaky. But due to the dry spell some of the greens have been scorched and a bit patchy. And along with Tee boxes bit hard and bumpy.
But overall the course played well.
But overall the course played well.
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Simon B rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 4 2024
Expensive for what you get
I have played here about 10 times, and yes its a bit rugged, but its usually around ?18 a round. We paid ?27, and phoned the club to ask if a guest could join us. The club quoted ?27, but when we arrived charged oir guest ?37. I was unhappy, as its not worth ?27, let alone ?37. Round took over 5hrs as it was so busy. Wont rush back.Reviewer Rating
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Gerry C rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 3 2024
Nice greens, no bunkers
Disappointed they have increased the prices. It shouldn't cost more than ?25 for a course with no bunkers in play. It is a nice layout, really good greens and fairways are ok for this time of year. Kevin in the pro shop is great, very welcoming.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreJames Downs rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 13 2024
Greens were excellent for this time of year. Tricky course, great value. very accessible from London - a 15 minute bus or short taxi from Epping (last stop on the central line)
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Paul B rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 17 2024
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Anish G rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 2 2024
Nice course well prices well kept greens not too challenging but with some harder holes. Would definitely play again
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Show moreJohn B rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 14 2024
Delightful
Lovely course to play.Well manicured and very well maintained.
Good open fairways and greens like snooker tables for the most part.
Bunkers were the only negative due lack of playable sand.
The holes keep you interested all the way around with some very challenging and some not so punitive.
The 8th water surrounded par 3 green is obviously the jewel in the crown.
The layout can be a bit strange in places. The clubhouse drive cutting across a number of holes is a nuisance and finding your way to a couple of tee boxes was far from clear due to a lack of effective signage.
Clubhouse was nice and modern. Staff were pleasant although didn’t seem overly happy in their work.
Overall a very enjoyable round but unfortunately due to some of the travel between holes I suggest one you would be best served doing in a buggy.
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Show moreJohn M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 7 2024
EXCELLANT CONDITION A CREDIT TO THE GREEN KEEPING TEAM
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Show moreJames C rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 3 2024
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Lance M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 18 2024
wet round at Blakes
I had a fantastic round at Blakes, a good inland links-style course with beautiful rolling hills and superb greens. well laid out, I played off 12 and shot an 82, with only one lost ball. Island Green.We had the deal of 2 x players and a buggy for ?60 well worth it, the staff in the bar and pro shop are lovely really friendly as were some of the members, will definitely book again.
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Show morePhilip W rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed May 12 2024
Blakes Mid May
Excellent course, not too advanced but tricky long par 4?s. And a great water par 3.Hosts really welcoming.
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Show morePhilip W rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed May 12 2024
Blakes Mid May
Excellent course, not too advanced but tricky long par 4?s. And a great water par 3.Hosts really welcoming.
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Show moreDean C rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 20 2024
Excellent Greens
Found the course to be in a surprisingly good condition despite all the recent wet weather. Greens were fast, bunkers well raked and weeded and green aprons good. Will definitely be back to play in the summer when it will hopefully be sunnier and less windy.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreKevin G rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 26 2024
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Show moreHoward S rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 15 2024
The Course is in fair condition considering the amount of rain we have had, the greens were good, the bunkers let the Course down and have done for some time and the buggy track needs work to fill in some large pot holes.
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Show moreAntony B rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 29 2024
Welcoming Course
Very open course, all bunkers GUR on th eday. Greens in good condition, parts of fairway soggy. Push trolleys only on fairways. Electric trolleys and buggies on path ionly. Very open course, bunkers well placed. Enjoyable roundReviewer Rating
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Show moreLewis L rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 24 2024
bit wet
we had lots of rain days before and had not drained very well, but only time this has happened when playing.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreSimon B rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 28 2024
Excellent course
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Show morePete H rated 2.5 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 25 2023
Great winter course but….
Cold wintry conditions yet the course was packed. Well over 4 hours for a 2 ball & asking to play through met with staid comments about the 4 ball in front. Sigh. Good tees, fair & good running fairways& rapid high summer style greens with hugely challenging pin positions.Reviewer Rating
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Andy T rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 25 2023
Regular Tuesday Visit
Six of us descended onto Blakes. An hour before we were due to play the heavens opened and soaked most of Essex. This turned the course into a very lush state and the only thing it affected were the bunkers which we used a GUR.The Greens were fantastic, not easy to read but generally very playable and fast even though we had all that rain.
This was our ninth visit and we will definitely be back, The only issue is there is no breakfast facility on a Tuesday so we go elsewhere, I am sure it would pay for itself if there was someone there to make it.
Its a hidden Gem so sssh.
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Show moreTerry O rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 9 2023
Facilites is absolutely fine, food is amazing, course layout is good.
Fairways was good and the greens are in great condition only thing i picked up on is the bunkers
Its like playing out of a pit full of type one.
Wasnt to sure on the marshall driving round telling everyone to hurry up it just rouines your game you fell like you need to rush
Fairways was good and the greens are in great condition only thing i picked up on is the bunkers
Its like playing out of a pit full of type one.
Wasnt to sure on the marshall driving round telling everyone to hurry up it just rouines your game you fell like you need to rush
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Show morePeter B rated 2.5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 14 2023
Course needs a lot of TLC loads of GUR bunkers need sand, greens inconsistent speed irrigation poor
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Show moreAndy L rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 10 2023
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Show moreStuart A rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 18 2023
a sunny August day
First impressions of the clubhouse when booking in was that the club was minimising service to keep the club open, Ot on the course the green were in good nick although the fairways and bunkers acceptable.Interesting layout of the holes with plenty of challenge. Only on the last two holes was a clearance over a lake required.
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Show moreDavid E rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 18 2023
Not played this course for a while no real changes not still a challenge
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Show moreMike W rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 18 2023
Nice challenge
Blakes was a new one for me. It seems longer than the card says, with a spectacular island hole 8th. Fairly open. A few long walks from green to next tee, tge signposting on course could be better. Held up a bit going round as well. The free airshow from nearby North Weald was good too.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreDavid E rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 18 2023
Not played this course for a while no real changes not still a challenge
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Blakes Golf Club Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Blakes Golf Club?
Yes there is a driving range at Blakes Golf Club which will be accessible prior to visiting and open for use.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Blakes Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Blakes Golf Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Blakes 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 Blakes Golf Club?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Blakes Golf Club.
Can you hire buggies at Blakes 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 Blakes Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of being able to hire golf clubs here.
Is there a bar at Blakes Golf Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Blakes Golf Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Blakes Golf Club
Is there accommodation at Blakes Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Blakes Golf Club?
Yes there is the option to hire out function or conference rooms. Contact Blakes Golf Club for further details.
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