The Drift
Course Information
Drift Golf Club, Surrey is an 18 hole, par 72 (6443 yard), woodland golf course designed by Sir Henry Cotton and architect Robert Sandow opened in 1975. Very close to the M25/A3 and Effingham station.
18 holes | Par 72 | 6443 yards | Private | Parkland
The Drift Information
Address: East Horsley, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT24 5HD United Kingdom
Tel: 01483 284641
Golf Pro: Phil Robson PGA
Website: https://www.driftgolfclub.com
Golf Club Facilities
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Price Guide: £££££
Visitors are welcome to play here at The Drift and 4 ball offers are available on request.
Twilight offers also available please call 01483 284641 for details.
Please visit our website http://www.driftgolfclub.com to book tee times online.
Midweek Guide: £80 per round *
Weekend Guide: £90 per round *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
- 7 Day Membership Available
- 5 Day Membership Available
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
| Course | Tee | Par | SSS | Yards | ||
| Drift | White | 72 | 70.9 [123] | 6361 | ||
| Drift | Yellow | 72 | 69.4 [122] | 6079 | ||
| Drift | Red L | 72 | 71.5 [125] | 5437 | ||
| Drift | Blue M | 72 | 64.8 [107] | 4840 | ||
| Drift | Blue L | 72 | 69.6 [117] | 4840 | ||
| Drift | White F9 | 37 | 37 | 3270 | ||
The Drift Reviews
GOLFSHAKE RATING
4.1
AVERAGE RATING 4.1
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5 star
54
4 star
108
3 star
34
2 star
3
1 star
1
HIGHLY RATED
98%
would play again or recommend
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What the club says: The course was created in 1975 by Sir Henry Cotton and Robert Sandow. The par 72, 18-hole course plays 6,443 yards off the back tees and makes superb use of the mature oak woodlands on which it was built. Strategically placed water hazards and bunkers along with tree lined fairways makes accuracy a premium and the course rewarding for all standards of play. Situated a stones throw from Effingham Junction railway on the main line from London Waterloo, and a short drive from the A3/M25 junction, the club is easily accessible and the perfect escape from the bustle of the city.
A three hole 50th Anniversary project was completed in the summer of 2025, creating our signature 9th hole with a shot over water to a sleeper-lined green, adding 40 yards to a par and converting a short par 4 into a picturesque par 3.
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Rob F rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 17 2025
The Drift
Very welcoming, clubhouse clean and tidy with great food and drink.Course in great condition and the greens were excellent.
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Byungdoo K rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 28 2025
The Drift Golf Course has a dynamic and exciting course layout. I particularly liked the long par3 in the back nine, which was challenging, but luckily I made a par there.
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Pete H rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 8 2025
Thoroughly enjoyed the trip to Surrey & was impressed with what we found. Extensive practice areas. Large Driving range. An interesting wooded tree lined course & even though there were several aerated greens they played well if a little slow. The fairways were good if a little worn from the amount of play but held up well. There were 2 shortened holes too but both will be excellent looking at the work that seems not long from completion. Very keen to get back here when all done. Food was good too at lunch sadly the kitchen closed at 5 & missed a return order.
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London rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 27 2024
An extremely happy, professional, and welcoming team in the pro-shop, on the course, and in the club-house. It's obvious the staff and members are proud and passionate about their course and want to share its success with anyone who is lucky enough to play. It's a real hidden gem and well worth a visit. The driving range facilities are excellent and the flexibility the club approaches its work with truly came out when my husband and I joined for just 7 weeks.
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Woojin C rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 14 2024
The course was absolutely perfect in every way. From the well-maintained fairways to the challenging but fair greens, every detail was thoughtfully designed to provide an exceptional golfing experience. The layout was both scenic and strategically interesting, keeping me engaged throughout the entire round. The staff was friendly and helpful, adding to the overall positive atmosphere. I was thoroughly impressed and very satisfied with the experience. It’s a course I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a top-notch day of golf. I can't wait to return!
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Wayne Stutchbury rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 25 2024
Fantastic course, run by a first class team.
Took a small group of 12 players to the Drift for a day out. Every aspect of the day was fantastic, from the warm welcome received, the catering, the amazing facilities, a quality course in great condition to the incredibly knowledgeable and helpful pro shop staff.
Took a small group of 12 players to the Drift for a day out. Every aspect of the day was fantastic, from the warm welcome received, the catering, the amazing facilities, a quality course in great condition to the incredibly knowledgeable and helpful pro shop staff.
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Christopher B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 11 2024
Hard to lose balls
Nice course. Not always super long. Tree lined but often spits your ball back onto the fairway, and not so much rough where you don't find your balls. Greens run well and fast. Course was in good shape. Nice place. Good practice facilities. A course you can score well on.Reviewer Rating
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TBIS rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 3 2024
TBIS Society
Recently visited The Drift with the TBIS society with 24 players and the feedback we got from the group was how impressed they all were with not only the course but the hospitality we received. From start to finish The drift looked after us with a good breakfast, range balls, and even the half way house welcome from the gentleman inside that when above and beyond to make sure we all had a great day. The course was immaculate and beautiful at the same time, and will only get better once the work is completed on the 9th hole.The TBIS would highly recommend The Drift, and Im sure we will be back very soon.
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Ian P rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 8 2023
The course was in great nick the pin positions were very challenging. The driving range and practice areas are excellent.
On the negative side found the organisation a little odd i.e Our package included some food and practice balls which you had to take in that order which is a little strange. I would be wary of the bar prices e.g £5.10 for a pint of lime and soda !!!???
On the negative side found the organisation a little odd i.e Our package included some food and practice balls which you had to take in that order which is a little strange. I would be wary of the bar prices e.g £5.10 for a pint of lime and soda !!!???
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Ian P rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 2 2023
Impressive course
Challenging course if you tend to not hit straight, but set in outstanding countryside with very help staff, the green were in good condition, as were the fairwaysReviewer Rating
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London golfer rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 12 2023
It’s good
Good challenge, really nice place with great driving rangeReviewer Rating
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Mark Liversedge rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 4 2023
Mid Summer in Good Nick
I played the monday after their club championships at the beginnig of July. Having played here in the Autumn it was a totally different experience. Firm greens and fairways. The course was looking at its best with good conditions around the greens and pretty aprons. The greens ran true and it was a real test. One thing to watch out for, you get a bucket of range balls with the green fee but the range opens at 1pm on a Monday. Worth a Summer visit but not so great when it gets wet.Reviewer Rating
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Thomas C rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 1 2023
Great course
Very nice golf course but struggling a bit with the wet weatherGreens and fairways reasonable but some fairways soggy
Still a great Course to play and will be really nice in summer
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Nigel C rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 22 2023
Nice club, boggy conditions
The dry February has done nothing to help the sodden ground. Plenty of GUR and the conditions were really wet and muddy. Questionable whether course should be openReviewer Rating
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John R rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 2 2022
The Drift
As ever the weather played a significant part in the day. Dry, warm and slight breeze. The course like many is suffering from lack of water but not the greens. A straightforward course and reasonably flat but with some challenges. Fantastic facilities for parking, practice and club house.Reviewer Rating
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David C rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 29 2022
In great condition
Really good condition course in a very good setting. Staff very helpful and friendly. Food tasty but not the cheapest pint around. Enjoyable venue.Reviewer Rating
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David C rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 28 2022
In great condition
Really good condition course in a very good setting. Staff very helpful and friendly. Food tasty but not the cheapest pint around. Enjoyable venue.Reviewer Rating
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Carl A rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 1 2022
A varied and challenging course.
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Carl A rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 1 2022
A varied and challenging course.
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Adam C rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 8 2022
Enjoyable parkland course
Fairways lined with trees and intelligent bunker positions. Greens were in great condition for any time of year, especially good as we played in March. Some of the par 3's were long and challenging. New Trackman driving range now open which looked great. We'll play Drift again.(Round played: Mar 2022 - Score: 99 Handicap: 19.2)
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Marek L rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 20 2021
Downpour just b4 we played
However, course drained reasonably well. Few puddles, grens very resceptive no roll from height but still reasonably slick. Tee boxes, sanded and a little lop-sided. Few flat lies. Baunker very wet but no standing water. Very difficult to get out of. Most holes fairly straight and tree lines but not always thick and plenty of width afforded the average golfer. Overall, would play again.(Round played: Sep 2021 - Score: 92 Handicap: 15.6)
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Pierre F rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 20 2021
Excellent condition. The greens were in perfect condition and nice and fast. Excellent full English breakfast.
(Round played: Sep 2021 - Score: 95 Handicap: 18.4)
(Round played: Sep 2021 - Score: 95 Handicap: 18.4)
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Steve S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 30 2021
The drift
Unfortunately the greens had been hole Tined so spoilt a very good course on the day.having played before It is a fine challenging course and when the new driving range is finished a n excellent Golf course with great facilities.Reviewer Rating
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Thomas C rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 12 2021
Excellent course
I've played the Drift many times and have never been disappointed. Although the weather was iffy and some construction works going on around the first tee, it was another thoroughly enjoyable outing.The course was in great shape, as always and the service around the club superb
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Barbara A rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 30 2021
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David C rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 24 2021
Good day out
Nice day. Course good and friendly staff. Work being done so course holes reordered.(Round played: May 2021 - Score: 113 Handicap: 27.6)
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Paul T rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 29 2021
Good tree lined course in good condition despite no rain for 4/5 weeks.some fairways showing signs of drought and looking bare and hardpacked. All greens were good as well as tees. New driving range being added at present which limits any practice areas
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Paul T rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 15 2020
great day
superb condition good greens and approaches Good variety of holes with tricky par 3s not too long for us lesser drivers.(Round played: Sep 2020 - Score: 97 Handicap: 20.4)
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James C rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 9 2020
Great well priced price course for guests with pace of play and drainage the only real issues
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David N rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 20 2020
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The Drift Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at The Drift?
Yes there is a driving range at The Drift which will be accessible prior to visiting and open for use.
Is there a golf clubhouse at The Drift?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at The Drift.
Is there a golf pro shop at The Drift?
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 The Drift?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at The Drift.
Can you hire buggies at The Drift?
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 The Drift?
Yes you can hire golf clubs but these will be subject to availability. Contact The Drift prior to your visit to confirm your requirements.
Is there a bar at The Drift?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at The Drift?
Yes you can order food for dining at The Drift
Is there accommodation at The Drift?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at The Drift?
Yes there is the option to hire out function or conference rooms. Contact The Drift for further details.
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