Ely City Golf Club Reviews & Information

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82 ratings & 25 reviews on Golfshake. Ranked 1166 out of 2170.

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What the club says: This traditional Members Club was founded in the early 1960's by five local businessmen who were keen to see a golf club in the City.

Having acquired the site of an old prisoner of war camp and bought some available fields, a nine hole course was opened in April 1961.

This facility was enlarged to 18 holes in 1973 and the opening of the course on the 4th July 1973 saw a famous challenge match between the then "Open Champion" Lee Trevino and top South African professional Hugh Baiocchi. Lee Trevino won the match with a score of 66 against a 67 by Baiocchi.

With the growth of the many trees on the course and the compact nature of the layout, the course demands straight driving and accurate iron play.

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Reviewed Aug 9 2020 by Martin P - rated 5 out of 5

Beautiful and challenging

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Reviewed Jul 19 2020 by Callum P - rated 4 out of 5

Challenging but goregous

You'll be hard pressed the find a better course in Cambridgeshire. It's challenging and rewarding some long, narrow holes that really punish wayward shots but rewards accuracy off the tee. Some great holes such as the 2nd Par 3 which is a roughly 110 yard carry over water that sets up beautifully. Overall its enjoyable by all abilities and should provide a good time throughout.

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Reviewed Jul 16 2020 by Graham B - rated 4 out of 5

Great condition!

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Reviewed Jan 2 2020 by Callum P - rated 3 out of 5

Reasonably priced and fantastic challenging course

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Reviewed Jun 26 2019 by Iain A - rated 5 out of 5

Great Parkland course

This course is in the sleepy cathedral town of Ely, Cambridgeshire. I was playing in one ogf their open competitions and was lucky enough to play with the Captain and vice captain.
The fairways were lush and the greens fast and true which made for a fantastic days golf on a demanding course.
Well worth a visit

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Reviewed Oct 26 2018 by George W - rated 5 out of 5

Fantastic course in great condition

The condition of the course and friendliness of the staff was exceptional. I played in a two ball in the Junior Open. When we caught up to members 3 and 4 games they allowed us through, no issues. They were jovial and complementary to us - pure class. Would have no hesitation recommending this welcoming and friendly club

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Reviewed Aug 12 2018 by Matt H - rated 4 out of 5

Charming Parkland

Really enjoyed my visit to Ely City Golf Club
Really nice welcome in the pro shop which is well stocked.

The course is well laid out and is a fair test of golf. Whilst tree lined it is slightly forgiving from the tee as long as you stay away from the bunkers!

The greens are excellent and fairly paced too.

The layout itself has matured over the years leaving for a really enjoyable round of golf on golf course that offers a good but fair test.

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Reviewed Jul 20 2018 by Ady L - rated 4 out of 5

Very enjoyable with challenging holes on back 9. Extremely dry due to long drought but course still played remarkably well, especially the greens..

(Round played: Jul 2018 - Score: 98 Handicap: 19.5)

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Reviewed Nov 1 2017 by Nick B - rated 3 out of 5

Muddy already!

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Reviewed Oct 18 2017 by Tony B - rated 2 out of 5

course was in good nick and greens very fast and a great test. My playing partner is quite a slow player and we were moaned at by a couple of groups which was not called for. They were basically stuck up members that think they are better at golf than they are lol

(Round played: Oct 2017 - Score: 95 Handicap: 13.3)

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Reviewed Jun 5 2017 by Stuart B - rated 4 out of 5

An expensive course for pensioners unless you have a huge pension nice course

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Reviewed Jun 4 2017 by Alex M - rated 5 out of 5

Course in fantastic condition, excellent and consistent greens.

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Reviewed Oct 13 2016 by Ashley C - rated 4 out of 5

Excellent course, friendly Pro.

Unfortunately encountered some 'negative attitude' from a member at the bar, after our round, I was sworn at for no apparent reason, then given the "finger"... genuinely clueless as to why?? apart from that, Excellent facilities.

(Round played: Oct 2016 - Score: 111 Handicap: 0)

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Reviewed Sep 3 2016 by Graham B - rated 3 out of 5

Easy to loose balls when the leaves are on the ground. Can be a bit boggy but they have done a great job over the last few years making it better when long wet conditions. Most greens true and break to the river .

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Reviewed May 30 2016 by James M - rated 4 out of 5

Nice welcome, but was lovely view down the first. Was away on business and walked on and got a game. £25 after 4pm, quite steep, but the course was worth every penny. Lush fairways and greens were a tad slow, but no different anywhere else, weather issues. Tight fairways, tree lined with well placed bunkers and water to add to the fear. Great thinks course, well placed tee shots will help you score well on this course.

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Reviewed Nov 16 2015 by Ely - rated 5 out of 5

Great course, Greens are in the best condition that we've ever had them in. Even for this time of the year. Few to many leaves off the fairway meaning losing a ball when missing a fairway is inevitable.

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Reviewed Oct 11 2015 by Danny Machin - rated 5 out of 5

Played here a in early September with a couple of friends. Course was superb, greens absolutely brilliant they just have to be the best in Cambridgeshire. Don't play here unless you want a challenge, a great test of your golfing skills!
Only downside was the clubhouse catering, all our choices were poorly cooked, poorly presented and very expensive. Our advice to golfers, play the course and enjoy it, guaranteed. Hats off to the green keepers!
But then go to a pub in Ely for a meal.
Advice to the club, sort out your kitchen, get a new chef and look at your pricing. Surely the club members must have experienced this? If you need advice on catering come and visit Haverhill and sample the difference.

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Reviewed Feb 26 2015 by Michael S - rated 5 out of 5

(Round played: Feb 2015 - Score: 128 Handicap: 0)

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Reviewed Nov 29 2014 by Sean S - rated 4 out of 5

(Round played: Nov 2014 - Score: 79 Handicap: 10.5)

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Reviewed Oct 28 2014 by Paul G - rated 2 out of 5

Very wet and grass very long. Lost balls on the fairway due to length of grass and leaves !!
Golf course staff very friendly and welcoming. Not so much can be said for club house staff or the members. Rude to say the least. We will not go again.

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