Formby Golf Club
Course Information
Formby Golf Club, Merseyside is an 18 hole, par 72 (7045 yard), private, links golf course established in 1910.
18 holes | Par 72 | 7045 yards | Private | Links
About Formby Golf Club
Golf Club Overview
Address: Golf Road, Formby, Merseyside, L37 1LQ United Kingdom
Tel: 01704 872164
Golf Pro: Andrew Witherup | Tel: 01704 873 090
Website: https://www.formbygolfclub.co.uk
Golf Club Facilities
Click the following link to find out what facilities are available at Formby Golf Club and read frequently asked questions.
Visitor Information & Green Fees
Price Guide: £££££
Midweek Guide: £150.00 per day *
Weekend Guide: £165.00 per day *
- Societies Accepted to Play
Restrictions: Maximum Handicap 28
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Courses & Scorecards
| Course | Tee | Par | SSS | Yards | ||
| formby | Blue | 72 | 76.6 [142] | 7128 | ||
| formby | White | 72 | 74.7 [143] | 6815 | ||
| formby | Yellow | 72 | 73.4 [136] | 6509 | ||
| formby | Red | 72 | 77.8 [146] | 6064 | ||
| formby | Silver | 72 | 67.3 [121] | 5263 | ||
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What the club says: The course is located within the sandhills and pine woods of Formby, the natural terrain providing a memorable challenge to the golfer. Members play the course at 6505 yards but the championship length has recently been increased to 7028 yards. Accuracy is always required since the indigenous heather protects much of the rough and great caution is required whether this be off the tee, in approach shots, or on the green.
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Neil L rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 25 2025
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Simon M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 9 2024
Good condition with a variety of holes. Some very good holes through the pine forest area. Rough sensible so can find ball but if the heather gathers your ball tough to get out of.
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Simon B rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 16 2023
Absolute gem of a course with rolling fairways and true greens. Friendly service in the clubhouse with huge breakfast rolls.
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A Golfer rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 13 2023
This course is beautiful and well-maintained. The views are lovely, the clubhouse is great, and there's a nice variety of holes. It's in superb condition overall. The fairways and greens are top quality, and the fairways drain well because they're on sand. It's a traditional course that's very well presented and challenging. I had a great time playing here.
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A Golfer rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 31 2023
Beautifully manicured. Lovely views. A great variety of holes. Amazing clubhouse.
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Kevin H rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 19 2022
Heathland by the Sea
Such a great set up - if you're a member here you've done well! played 36 holes in the summer, which worked out at good value for money. The course winds itself around the outside of the property, with the ladies course in the middle, so you get all wind directions in 1 round, and there's a strong heathland vibe, despite it being classed as links. We played the yellow tees in the morning, then mixed it up with the reds in the afternoon. Despite being a few 100 yards shorter, it still remains a challenge due to excellent design and well placed bunkering. The clubhouse is also excellent, and offers a dormy option. Main regret is not playing the ladies course too, but that's just a good reason to revisit!Reviewer Rating
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Keith McArdle/Burscough rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 15 2022
Magical Formby
Formby is the gem on the Lancashire golf coast; a true escape from reality and the most unique yet challenging test of golf that the area has to offer. Holes 1-4 invite you into your round, running parallel to the train tracks like any true links should, with cleverly placed bunkers and heather set back against gigantic pine trees. Moving through to the 5th, a genius par 3, you begin to feel the strength of the course. Holes 6-10 are undoubtably the best stretch of 5 holes that I have ever played. Slowly increasing in their majesty, with the 9th (a 450 yard par 4 from a hugely elevated tee stretching out towards the Irish Sea) being one of the finest holes in the UK; if not the world! It’s hard to pick a favourite, but the 7th is absolutely stunning and can gift you a birdie or completely destroy your scorecard, there is no in-between. Holes 11-16 are true links, walled with sand dunes and peppered with deep riveted bunkers. The 12th hole is rated as one of the best on the course, but be sure to take a look at the view from the back tee on the 14th - it is breathtaking. 16 is a stunning, short and killer par 3, a must-have for any top course. Finally, shooting down the par-5 17th, you see the beauty of the clubhouse in the distance, lined with tall pine trees on the right hand side. 18 is a classy closing hole, with an incredible green that is a true test of any putter! Make sure you visit Formby (and Formby Ladies) but be sure to not get it confused with Formby Hall.Reviewer Rating
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Terence M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 12 2022
Terry Murphy
What great condition , a credit to the green`s staff. One of the best courses I`ve played.Reviewer Rating
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A Golfer rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 17 2021
Brilliant experience
The variety of the golf holes and the club house and traditional accommodation making it an overall brilliant experience from breakfast to golf, to dinner, to snooker to bed.Reviewer Rating
Phil W rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 4 2021
Outstanding course, one of the best courses I have ever played. Each hole was very challenging in it's own way although 6-14 were particularly tough
(Round played: Sep 2021 - Score: 108 Handicap: 27.3)
(Round played: Sep 2021 - Score: 108 Handicap: 27.3)
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Ulf D rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 15 2021
Wonderfully maintained course. Very scenic. A great challenge.
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Alan U rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 9 2021
Brilliant
This is one of my favourite courses. Extremely challenging rough at the moment but very enjoyable none the less(Round played: Jun 2021 - Score: 101 Handicap: 14)
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Richard M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 5 2021
The ultimate English golf experience. period
Please read my thorough review here https://www.golfshake.com/course/news/16586/Formby_Golf_Club_Feature_Review.html
from start to finish this is just class. But stay in the dormy and drink in the whole experience of staying in the historic club house. The golf is amazing, the members and staff are so friendly.
Go play and stay. Find Julie Strong in the office who will sort it all for you. She's amazing!
(Round played: Jul 2021 - Score: 83 Handicap: 11.5)
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Phil W rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 15 2020
Fantastic course worth visiting
Fantastic course worth visiting. Superbly kept throughout. Greens like glass, fairways very good. A lovely undulating course(Round played: Sep 2020 - Score: 99 Handicap: 28)
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Alan U rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 5 2020
Amazing
This course is amazing. Very hard though. Staying on the fairway is vital if you want to have any chance of a good round. A gem of a course(Round played: Aug 2020 - Score: 85 Handicap: 15.6)
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Andrew H rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 16 2020
Excellent course great condition. Always excellent greens and tees are top quality . Practice facilities are always very good
(Round played: Jul 2020 - Score: 81 Handicap: 7)
(Round played: Jul 2020 - Score: 81 Handicap: 7)
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David P rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 3 2019
A great course and experience
two rounds of golf, stayed in the dormy B&B. Wonderful service and a wonderful golf experience. We have played here for 5 consecutive years now, and have always enjoyed the visit. Highly recommended.Reviewer Rating
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Pj F rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 10 2019
Spectacular, in every sense of the word. Awesome from first tee to 18th green. An absolute must
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Alan U rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 12 2019
Brilliant
Second time around formby this year. As always it was challenging and as always the course was fantastic. Probably my favourite course. Brilliant(Round played: Jul 2019 - Score: 94 Handicap: 19.1)
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Alex P rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 8 2019
A tremendous course
One of the best in the North West. Add this to any trip to the area. The 7th is one of the finest par 4 holes in the country.(Round played: May 2019 - Score: 89 Handicap: 11.4)
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Phil C rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 22 2019
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(Round played: Apr 2019 - Score: 82 Handicap: 12)
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(Round played: Apr 2019 - Score: 82 Handicap: 12)
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David P rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 9 2018
A wonderful club & course
We are always greeted with a warm welcome.Club house is especially nice & shorts are permitted.
Drinks, food & service are top quality.
The course is rather special including a good test of your golf skills.
Highly recommended
(Round played: Aug 2018 - Score: 83 Handicap: 7.4)
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Andrew H rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 14 2018
Great course. Rained a lot the last few days but course was in great condition.drains extremely well.
(Round played: Apr 2018 - Score: 80 Handicap: 6.4)
(Round played: Apr 2018 - Score: 80 Handicap: 6.4)
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CB Amsterdam rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 31 2018
Truly Incredible
I have played this course many times and it is incredible. It is a challenge, it is fun and the views are fantastic. The holes are fun and hard at the same time. I would play this course over any of the 3 Open courses in the area any day. Depending on the wind coming off the sea, I have played the par-3 #10 with an 8-iron and with a 3-wood! So the course can be different every time you play it. You have to play this course-a true gem. The club house is splendid too, great staff and you can even stay in the dormy right in the clubhouse. The full package. I normally do not write reviews like this but this course deserves it. Thank you Formby Golf Club!Reviewer Rating
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Jeff D rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 29 2018
Great course
Played a lot on this course lately as it's drainage has been coping really well with all the rain.Most of the other golf courses are closed do to flooding.
Every time it seems to get more enjoyable as my course management is improving
It's a difficult course for high handicappers with a lot of water hazards and pot bunkers.
The course is well laid out with some very interesting holes.
The green keepers do a fantastic job looking after the course keeping it in excellent condition constantly improving its condition.
Overall I would recommend this course to everyone & is worth a visit.
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Richard M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 9 2017
Formby fantastic second year running
Just live this course. If it is good enough for Bubba Watson's practice before the Open.... say no more. The course is superb. The tree lined first nine are magnificent ( we all struggled to score well) and the back nine links is so enjoyable ( and a bit easier) I find myself standing looking around sucking in all the views not forgetting the sea view from the 10th and the waves were so loud. One golfer drove 6 hours from south coast to be here it is that good. Staying in the Dormy house to play the slightly shorter 'ladies' course tomorrow. Massive shout out to the lady who organises everything Julie Stong in the office. She is so friendly and can't do enough to help make your stay perfect she even say with us to have morning coffee.....she just sums up the place....so friendly! The £240 4 ball with soup and sandwiches is so good value. Only downside was the course was busy before we went out so round took 4 hours 45. So only just finished on the 18th by the lights of the clubhouse(Round played: Nov 2017 - Score: 93 Handicap: 15.1)
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Matthew C rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 12 2017
Brilliant links. Fantastic conditions including quick greens and lush fairways.
(Round played: Oct 2017 - Score: 99 Handicap: 17)
(Round played: Oct 2017 - Score: 99 Handicap: 17)
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Phil C rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 5 2017
Fantastic as Ever
My favourite coast on the coast. Love being able to play here when i get the chance. Everything about the course and its condition is simply superb - shame about my golf on the day!(Round played: Oct 2017 - Score: 89 Handicap: 11.4)
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David W rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 3 2017
Wonderful
A fabulous course which is beautiful and challenging. Would highly recommend to anyone.(Round played: Oct 2017 - Score: 97 Handicap: 12.3)
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Andrew W rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 26 2017
Stunning links golf course
Despite the rain I loved every hole on this gorgeous links course. Set with the backdrop of pine trees, each hole is interesting and challenging in its own right. The greens are some of the best I have ever played on. Club has top class practice facilities, good size changing rooms with showers and food in the bar was good value. The pro shop and starter offered a warm welcome especially being the week of The Open. Can't wait to go back one day!19th July 2017
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Formby Golf Club Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Formby Golf Club?
Yes there is a driving range at Formby Golf Club which will be accessible prior to visiting and open for use.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Formby Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Formby Golf Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Formby 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 Formby Golf Club?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Formby Golf Club.
No, we are unaware of being able to hire buggies here.
Can you hire golf clubs at Formby Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of being able to hire golf clubs here.
Is there a bar at Formby Golf Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Formby Golf Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Formby Golf Club
Is there accommodation at Formby Golf Club?
Yes there is accommodation at Formby Golf Club. Please visit their website for further details and plan a golf break there.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Formby Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of any function rooms being available.
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