Bowring Golf Club
Course Information
Bowring Golf Club, Merseyside is an 18 hole, par 70 (6191 yard), public, parkland golf course, established in 1913.
18 holes | Par 70 | Bowring Park Golf Course, one of the first mu yards | Public | Parkland
About Bowring Golf Club
Golf Club Overview
Address: Bowring Park, Roby Road, Liverpool, Merseyside, L36 4HD United Kingdom
Tel: 0151 480 8685
Golf Pro: D. Weston
Website: https://www.mackgolf.co.uk/bowring-park-golf-course/17
Golf Club Facilities
Click the following link to find out what facilities are available at Bowring Golf Club and read frequently asked questions.
Visitor Information & Green Fees
Price Guide: ££
Midweek Guide: £12.50 per round *
Weekend Guide: £14.50 per round *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Courses & Scorecards
| Course | Tee | Par | SSS | Yards | ||
| Bowring Park | white | 71 | 70 [123] | 6151 | ||
| Bowring Park | Yellow | 71 | 67 [124] | 5835 | ||
| Bowring Park | RED | 72 | 66 [125] | 5416 | ||
Bowring Golf Club Reviews
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GOLFSHAKE RATING
3.61
AVERAGE RATING 3.5
(based on 387 reviews)
5 star
20
4 star
199
3 star
125
2 star
34
1 star
8
HIGHLY RATED
98%
would play again or recommend
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Stephen Y rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 21 2023
Steve Y
Really disappointing, uncut tee boxes, half the fairways uncut and played like semi rough and as for the greens they were absolutely rubbish, what a waste of time and money with people bunking on and playing as 5 and 6 balls.Reviewer Rating
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John H rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 23 2020
Course was extremely wet. Should probably have been closed to be honest. That days play will have made ruined most of the fairways for the next few weeks
(Round played: Dec 2020 - Score: 89 Handicap: 14.1)
(Round played: Dec 2020 - Score: 89 Handicap: 14.1)
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Lee M rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 21 2019
If it was free,it would still be a waste of time!
The course (that name is a disgrace to any other golf course btw) is in one of the most dilapidated states I've ever had the misfortune to witness.The tee areas (haha! Tee areas) are overgrown slopping rubbish plots of land that haven't had any attention paid to them in many a month! There?s no sand of any description in the bunkers,just overgrown weeds.The fairways have longer grass than most rough areas on many other courses and the drainage is an absolute joke.Do not play this course.You?d be better spending your money at a crazy golf than wasting four hours there!Reviewer Rating
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Barry A rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 2 2016
(Round played: Nov 2016 - Score: 108 Handicap: 25) course was very boggy and muddy in lots of areas, not a very enjoyable round
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michael rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 27 2016
Played this course recently, both me and my playing partner where saddened to see that we Must have missed the world rally stage held on the 'fairways'. I sunk a few putts, and by this I mean I sunk whilst taking a few putts. We braved all 18 holes, including the holes on the other side of the world's noisiest motorway, unlike the greenkeeper/s. No buggies available at this course but sit down lawnmowers could be provided so we would help the poor greenkeeper out. Together we spent £30 and it would be great if this money could be used to buy essentials such rakes or flags. Brown's (supposed to be greens) great although it was difficult putting with a total mud ball due to the lack of ball cleaners. Finally, I think I shot 66 after driving every single green although I can not be sure I did to the lack of scorecards (none present)
Great course may visit again
Great course may visit again
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Anthony H rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 12 2011
gangs of kids all over course playing any hole the wanted
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Peter B rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed May 27 2011
this course is like ground hog day hole after hole par 4 par 4 par 4 par 4 boring greens are awful course very scruffy will only play here if im desperate for a game
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Keiran E rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 27 2018
Quite a open course an not bad course for learning golf but tee of areas could be a little better looked after but overall not the worst course I’ve played
(Round played: Sep 2018 - Score: 85 Handicap: 12.3)
(Round played: Sep 2018 - Score: 85 Handicap: 12.3)
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David H rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 15 2017
Only go coz it's close I've played worse courses so I suppose it's ok
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Arron M rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 6 2015
Course was okay, however, green's were uneven and patchy which made final score higher
(Round played: Jun 2015 - Score: 140 Handicap: 28)
(Round played: Jun 2015 - Score: 140 Handicap: 28)
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Bob M rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed May 11 2015
BOWRING PARK IS A PAY AND PAY COURSE for the money they charge it is a good course it is the oldest municipal course in the country staff are very helpful
(Round played: May 2015 - Score: 89 Handicap: 15.8)
(Round played: May 2015 - Score: 89 Handicap: 15.8)
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Mike E rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 21 2015
good course for the price, no bar, front 9 better than back 9 plays bad in winter
(Round played: Apr 2015 - Score: 96 Handicap: 18.1)
(Round played: Apr 2015 - Score: 96 Handicap: 18.1)
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Gary H rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed May 22 2013
Greens are poor, one they need watering and secondly need treating as different types of grasses are spoiling the surface, very uneven
(Round played: May 2013 - Score: 91 Handicap: 20.2)
(Round played: May 2013 - Score: 91 Handicap: 20.2)
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Gary H rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 4 2013
Greens in average condition, treated but inconsistent
(Round played: Feb 2013 - Score: 93 Handicap: 20)
(Round played: Feb 2013 - Score: 93 Handicap: 20)
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James T rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed May 21 2012
fairways long grass,greens ok in parts not the best muni in the area.not really value for money.some testing holes tight fairways,lots of easy ones too.
(Round played: May 2012 - Score: 94 Handicap: 25.7)
(Round played: May 2012 - Score: 94 Handicap: 25.7)
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Andrew T rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed May 20 2012
Very soggy fairways over the motorway side. The fairways this side are also covered in daisies and dandelions. A lot better kept on the clubhouse side of the motorway. Personally as municipals go, Id rate it below Kirkby, Aintree and Childwall. Needs some work.
(Round played: May 2012 - Score: 96 Handicap: 17.2)
(Round played: May 2012 - Score: 96 Handicap: 17.2)
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Dave E rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 11 2011
you get what you pay for £11 for a round of golf,you cant complain at that.
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Stephen L rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 24 2008
quite wet but nice course
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M F rated 2.5 out of 5
Reviewed May 31 2025
Messed up booking system led to a 5 hour round, arrived with 6 groups waiting on first tee
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Robert G rated 2.5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 22 2025
Great course for beginners. Will look to play again soon
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Anelia S rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 11 2025
The course is nice?. It's improved a lot in the last year or so. The bar is also great for after a round. Lovely atmosphere, nice food and entertainment too.
There are two down sides to the course though. Firstly they seem to book too many people on. It is always so busy. Yesterday on one hole there were three two balls playing.We were on the tee and two other pairs were on the fairway with a fourth group only just left the green. We had to wait between 10-15 minutes on every tee.
Secondly they have people constantly sneaking on without paying. It happens every time I play there, and this adds to the overcrowding on the course, and speed of play is dramatically reduced. The time it takes to get round, I think I?d rather pay a bit more and travel a bit further. It's a shame as It's local and not too expensive.
There are two down sides to the course though. Firstly they seem to book too many people on. It is always so busy. Yesterday on one hole there were three two balls playing.We were on the tee and two other pairs were on the fairway with a fourth group only just left the green. We had to wait between 10-15 minutes on every tee.
Secondly they have people constantly sneaking on without paying. It happens every time I play there, and this adds to the overcrowding on the course, and speed of play is dramatically reduced. The time it takes to get round, I think I?d rather pay a bit more and travel a bit further. It's a shame as It's local and not too expensive.
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Terence M rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 10 2023
Murphy
I have always enjoyed this course and can see money is being spent on it. However , my playing partners and I thought that the fairways were in very poor condition and very surprised how long the fairway grass was. This seems strange , considering the weather , and appeared not to have been cut for some time showing by the amount of cut grass left on the fairway by the mowers on the day we played. Pease can we have the fairways mown tighter , even if we don`t get rain for a week or so ( which is unlikely) the grass will always recover. It just seems disappointing that us short hitters can`t get the benefit of a bit of extra distance in the summer. But stiil a fair course.Reviewer Rating
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Philip H rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 16 2023
Mr
Not a bad course.can't see why they can't sort tee boxes out and bunkers.Reviewer Rating
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Philip H rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 16 2023
Mr
Not a bad course.can't see why they can't sort tee boxes out and bunkers.Reviewer Rating
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Tony H rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 7 2022
Bowring Park Golf Course
The course needs a bit of TLC. It has changed hands several times over the past 10 years and unfortunately the course has suffered. The greens are okay but need a bit of attention, players don't fix pitch marks and this has caused them to be uneven. The bunkers have decent levels of sand and play well but no rakes make for poor lies. If players take care of the course it would improve the course no end, at ?12 a round you get what you pay for.Reviewer Rating
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Trevor H rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 15 2022
My favourite local course which sits either side of the M62 motorway in Liverpool. Nice to play but holes 5 - 11 are at the lowest point of the course and can be quite wet and muddy. Staff always obliging and pleasant.
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David Q rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 15 2022
Greens good and worth the price
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Gary B rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 1 2021
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David Q rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 8 2021
Not played here for 8 years but was pleasantly surprised with condition of course.
Greens were good bunkers could do with a bit of work, but still playable.
For £16 it's a bargain.
(Round played: Jun 2021 -
Greens were good bunkers could do with a bit of work, but still playable.
For £16 it's a bargain.
(Round played: Jun 2021 -
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Daniel C rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed May 3 2021
not bad
some nice holes here, fairways are ok and greens are in places. the course layout is a bit of a strange one and i would take a trolley.Reviewer Rating
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Bowring Golf Club Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Bowring Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of a driving range at this venue.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Bowring Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of a clubhouse at this venue.
Is there a golf pro shop at Bowring 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 Bowring Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of changing facilities at this venue.
No, we are unaware of being able to hire buggies here.
Can you hire golf clubs at Bowring Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of being able to hire golf clubs here.
Is there a bar at Bowring Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of a bar at this venue.
Is there a restaurant at Bowring Golf Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Bowring Golf Club
Is there accommodation at Bowring Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Bowring Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of any function rooms being available.
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