Formby Golf Club
Price Guide: £££££ | HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Formby Golf Club, Merseyside is an 18 hole, par 72 (7045 yard), private, links golf course established in 1910.
Contact Information
Golf Road, Formby, Merseyside, L37 1LQ United Kingdom
Tel: 01704 872164 | Fax: 01704 833028Website: http://www.formbygolfclub.co.uk
Golf Pro: Andrew Witherup | Tel: 01704 873 090
Contact/Secretary: Stuart Leech (Sec Mgr)
Tee Time Information
Price Guide: £££££- Midweek Guide: £140.00 per day *
- Weekend Guide: £150.00 per day *
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Facilities & Visitor Information
Course Information: 18 holes | Par 72 | 7045 yards | Private | Links
Facilities: Driving range, Golf pro shop, Changing rooms, Golf clubhouse, Bar, Food available, Accommodation available, golf course.
- Societies Accepted to Play
Restrictions: Maximum Handicap 28
Location: Formby, Lancs (on the A565 between Liverpool and Southport).
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| Course | Tee | Par | SSS | Yds | ||
| formby | Blue | 72 | 75 | 7031 | ||
| formby | White | 72 | 74 | 6725 | ||
| formby | Yellow | 72 | 72 | 6489 | ||
| formby | Red | 72 | 70 | 6048 | ||
Formby Golf Club Reviews & Information
Golfshake Rating
4.7
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4.7
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Breakdown Averages
4.72 ... Overall Rating
4.84 ... The Course
4.73 ... Facilities/Serv.
4.22 ... VFM
4.72 ... Overall Rating
4.84 ... The Course
4.73 ... Facilities/Serv.
4.22 ... VFM
Reviews
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Recent Reviews
48 ratings from Golfshake members - Ranked 58 out of 1971.
HIGHLY RATED - 100% would play again or recommend
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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.
Most Helpful Review
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 
- Jul 26 2017
Golfshake Team Review
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) - Nov 9 2017
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Golf Course Reviews for Formby Golf Club
36 reviews for Formby Golf Club sort by: Date | Review Rank | Rated High | Rated Low
David P rated 5 out of 5 - Aug 9 2018
- Aug 9 2018A 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)
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 
- Apr 14 2018
- Apr 14 2018Great 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 - Jan 31 2018
- Jan 31 2018Truly 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!
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!
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Jeff D rated 5 out of 5 - Jan 29 2018
- Jan 29 2018Great 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.
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 - Nov 9 2017
- Nov 9 2017Formby 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)
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 - Oct 12 2017
- Oct 12 2017Brilliant 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 - Oct 5 2017
- Oct 5 2017Fantastic 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)
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 - Oct 3 2017
- Oct 3 2017Wonderful
A fabulous course which is beautiful and challenging. Would highly recommend to anyone.
(Round played: Oct 2017 - Score: 97 Handicap: 12.3)
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 - Jul 26 2017
- Jul 26 2017Stunning 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
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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Symon H rated 5 out of 5 - Jun 13 2017
- Jun 13 2017Thank you for a wonderful introduction to Links golf.. A warm welcome, a beautiful course and lovely people
(Round played: Apr 2017 - Score: 108 Handicap: )
(Round played: Apr 2017 - Score: 108 Handicap: )
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Derrick E rated 4 out of 5 - Jun 5 2017
- Jun 5 2017Excellent Links Course
Excellent course in great condition. Plenty of dangers await from deep bunkers, heather, obscured fairways etc. Large challenging greens with undulations, but true roll of the ball. Would certainly help if different coloured flags for pin positions were used. Tough course but very interesting.
(Round played: Jun 2017 - Score: 94 Handicap: 18.2)
Excellent course in great condition. Plenty of dangers await from deep bunkers, heather, obscured fairways etc. Large challenging greens with undulations, but true roll of the ball. Would certainly help if different coloured flags for pin positions were used. Tough course but very interesting.
(Round played: Jun 2017 - Score: 94 Handicap: 18.2)
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Bruce V rated 5 out of 5 - Jun 1 2017
- Jun 1 2017WOW! You won't regret playing this beauty
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Marcus K rated 5 out of 5 - May 7 2017
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Bruce V rated 5 out of 5 - Nov 14 2016
- Nov 14 2016WOW!
What a club, what a welcome, what staff..... from Julie on reception, to Tony at the bar to the extremely helpful waitresses and staff including the exceptionally courteous green staff.
This course was great fun and my first proper links course it was as hard as you may think..... deadly if you dont stay on fairways and the greens were a combination of difficult and fun in judt the right quantity
Highly recommend the dormy accommodation, breakfast and bar food!
This is what golf is supposed to be like everywhere
What a club, what a welcome, what staff..... from Julie on reception, to Tony at the bar to the extremely helpful waitresses and staff including the exceptionally courteous green staff.
This course was great fun and my first proper links course it was as hard as you may think..... deadly if you dont stay on fairways and the greens were a combination of difficult and fun in judt the right quantity
Highly recommend the dormy accommodation, breakfast and bar food!
This is what golf is supposed to be like everywhere
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Richard M rated 5 out of 5 - Nov 8 2016
- Nov 8 2016Incredible -can't wait to go back. it is just a fabulous course. I could not stop getting my ipad out to capture the scenery. wish I took my A game - if you miss the fairway on the first few you are hacking multiple tikmes out of heather. be warned. Standouts are the evelvated tees on 9th and 14th =- just love the 8th par 5. what a tee shot.
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Kevin B rated 5 out of 5 - Oct 10 2016
- Oct 10 2016One the best courses you'll ever play. Didn't play great but still enjoyed it. Greens were so good even though it was October but they look like they would be great all year round.
(Round played: Oct 2016 - Score: 91 Handicap: 10.6)
(Round played: Oct 2016 - Score: 91 Handicap: 10.6)
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David P rated 5 out of 5 - Sep 29 2016
- Sep 29 2016A superb golf course and club house. We received a warm welcome throughout our stay in the Dormy house. Superb experience.
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Mel Hadfield / Cheltenham rated 5 out of 5 - Jul 15 2016
- Jul 15 2016Our group of six stayed in the Dormy rooms above the clubhouse during mid June this year. We had some misgivings before arriving, having heard stories of stuffy members and very strict rules etc. They could not have been further from the truth, no you don't need long socks, no you don't need jacket and tie in the lounge etc. We were treated like long serving members, given every courtesy and made to feel more welcome than many lesser clubs have in the past. Indeed on our arrival night there was a members BBQ and function to which we were all invited and made very welcome.The breakfast was superb and we were even given a wraped bacon buuty each on the morning of our departure.
The course is one thing that did meet with the reputation it has, in excellent condition, challenging yet fair with wonderful, ironed greens on which putting was a delight.
We have toured as a group for 22 years throughout the UK and this will always remain as one of our favourite visits, hopefully we will make it back again one day.
So my advice to any golfer thinking about playing this magnificent course, go ahead and do it and I'm sure you will be made as welcome as we were.
The course is one thing that did meet with the reputation it has, in excellent condition, challenging yet fair with wonderful, ironed greens on which putting was a delight.
We have toured as a group for 22 years throughout the UK and this will always remain as one of our favourite visits, hopefully we will make it back again one day.
So my advice to any golfer thinking about playing this magnificent course, go ahead and do it and I'm sure you will be made as welcome as we were.
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Stephen S rated 5 out of 5 - Jul 11 2016
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Ryan B rated 5 out of 5 - Jul 3 2016
- Jul 3 2016great course. loved it. one of the best ive ever played!!! a pleasure.
(Round played: Dec 2015 - Score: 97 Handicap: 15.6)
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