Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa
Course Information
Formby Hall Golf Club, Merseyside is a 27 hole club with the 18 hole, par 72 (7081 yard) Old Course and PGA Par 3 Course. A parkland style course with a links feel.
27 holes | Par Old Course 72 | Old Course 7081 yards | Private | Links
About Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa
Golf Club Overview
Address: Southport Old Road, Formby, Merseyside, L37 0AB United Kingdom
Tel: 01704 875699
Golf Pro: Mark Williams | Tel: 01704 875699
Golf Club Facilities
Click the following link to find out what facilities are available at Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa and read frequently asked questions.
Visitor Information & Green Fees
Price Guide: £££££
During your visitor please make use of the excellent facilities on offer at Formby Hall including the PGA Golf Academy, driving range, Woodhey Dunes course and new restaurant and bar areas.
Midweek Guide: £55.00 per round *
Weekend Guide: £70.00 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.
Courses & Scorecards
| Course | Tee | Par | SSS | Yards | ||
| Old Course | Blue | 72 | 75 | 7077 | ||
| Old Course | White | 72 | 74 | 6775 | ||
| Old Course | Yellow | 72 | 72 | 6450 | ||
| Old Course | Red | 73 | 74 | 5591 | ||
| Old Course | Yellow F9 | 36 | 36 | 3152 | ||
| PGA Academy | Yellow | 27 | 28 | 1246 | ||
| PGA Academy | Red | 27 | 28 | 1059 | ||
Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa Reviews
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Neil P rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 25 2025
Visit North
I had a teetime for golf at Formby Hall. The welcome was very nice, as we're the facilities. Unfortunately the driving range wasn't open as they were manually collecting balls. This was the only downside so took the first shot relatively cold. The course was possibly near its best condition and played quite hard. Would love to go back again and play another round at Formby Hall.Reviewer Rating
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Alan U rated 2.5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 8 2024
Ok
FH seems to be getting worse in terms of how much the course is being looked after. More money needs spending on upkeepReviewer Rating
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A Golfer rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 13 2024
Great golf course with a dormy house and club house
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A Golfer rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 13 2024
Great mix of links and parkland. The holes are framed beautifully by the pines. And it is always in outstanding condition. Not forgetting the iconic clubhouse.
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N/A rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 28 2024
Rude staff
While enquiring about playing the course, I was delt with by an extremely rude member of staff on the phone. His attitude along with his unwillingness to acmmodate a simple request is why the group will not be visiting this resort. Disappointing as the pictures appear to show a great course.Reviewer Rating
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Adrian S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 20 2023
Tough test
In windy rainy conditions this course is a real test. Club selection and strategy has to be perfect to score well here.Reviewer Rating
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P Millar rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 7 2023
Appalling Condition
Played over 3 days on the European Disabled tour this week, I went out on the first day thinking WOW Tommy Fleetwood’s home club but was bitterly disappointed! The first day we were having to shoot from fairways that were bare and I was needing deliberately aim for rough to get grass beneath the ball. I hadn’t been in a bunker all round and the greens seemed highly inconsistent, speed and how true they were on a line.Day 2 we were given a pick and place for proffered lies on fairways after the referees assessed the course, I finally went in to a bunker on 17 on day 2 and genuinely hurt myself! I have suffered spinal and neck injuries and when hitting from the bunker it was like contacting with concrete which ended with excruciating spinal pain, neck and fierce nerve pain and had the same issue in two more bunkers on day 3. Also on day 1; one of the gross competitors got away with no injury luckily after the top of one of the bunkers caved in underneath him, we were then on day 2&3 having to tester bunkers to see if they were structurally safe to enter, if not a free drop was in play.
2 players had to withdraw due to the hotel receptionist having given away all easy access rooms so the competitors had to with draw and drive back home… Cambridge to Liverpool and back again with a practice round in between is a long day! 8am-1:30am
Needless to say I and many/most of the other competitors were bitterly disappointed… yes the course was a challenge but the condition was woeful, they splash Tommy’s name all over the place but I’ve played better municipal council courses and it’s a shame because I like most were saying this place could be an unbelievable venue! Saying all this the staff were genuinely nice and helpful and credit to them in that aspect.
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Alan U rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 3 2023
Good
Course a bit dry and churned up but was playing longer because of it. Greens in ok condition fpr the time of yearReviewer Rating
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Paul C rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 5 2023
My Home Course
Been a member here for 3yrs and think course is great, some beautiful holes & a real challenge every time you playReviewer Rating
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David Francis rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 8 2022
Over priced and in poor condition.
The golf course is very expensive for a poorly maintained links. Though the greens were generally good the fairways and rough were a bit ropey and the bunkers are in a bad state for a supposedly good course. There are a lot of areas around the course that need cleaning up that improve it appearance.Reviewer Rating
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Alan U rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 9 2022
Hot
Course was in reasonable condition. Some very burnt patches but to be expected with the weather we have hadReviewer Rating
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Mark P rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 22 2022
Stunning parkland course
Lovely course, front 9 is more payable than the back, which has a few very long holes which can be a bit of a slog!! Overall though, very enjoyable and challenging.Reviewer Rating
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Alan U rated 1.5 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 24 2022
Could be better
This is no lo ger a golf club. Its a spa resort. Course was in pretty poor condition and non-members playing who were dressed inappropriatelyReviewer Rating
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Stephen T rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 5 2021
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Stephen T rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 26 2021
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Robert C rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 2 2021
Great course, very tight with lots of water
Great course in great condition. Lots of water features. Greens are very fast and tricky to read. Clubhouse staff very welcoming.Reviewer Rating
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Stephen W rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 27 2021
Waited half an hour to get served for a drink, then only had bottles as there was no drft beers. Bottles very expensive for the smallest size.
Pace of place very slow, no monitoring by any marshals, need to improve
(Round played: Jun 2021 - Score: 110 Handicap: 27.4)
Pace of place very slow, no monitoring by any marshals, need to improve
(Round played: Jun 2021 - Score: 110 Handicap: 27.4)
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Andrew H rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 23 2021
Course in decent condition. Course is too busy Normally but played at 5 pm was not bad but be prepared to always play behind someone
(Round played: Jun 2021 - Score: 87 Handicap: 7.3)
(Round played: Jun 2021 - Score: 87 Handicap: 7.3)
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Alan U rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 17 2021
Nice day
Course seemed in good condition. Little bit of scorched grass here and there but would expect that with the heat(Round played: Jun 2021 - Score: 84 Handicap: 14.8)
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Stephen T rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 27 2021
Lovely course
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John H rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 11 2020
Lovely course. Greens were a bit patchy which is unusual for the course. Plays quite long but ahold challenge.
(Round played: Dec 2020 - Score: 91 Handicap: 14.1)
(Round played: Dec 2020 - Score: 91 Handicap: 14.1)
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Stephen C rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 12 2020
Great course and facilities including a par 3 course and range as well as a gym and indoor pool
(Round played: Oct 2020 - Score: 93 Handicap: 22.4)
(Round played: Oct 2020 - Score: 93 Handicap: 22.4)
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Moira F rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 12 2020
Fabulous course very picturesque.
Great hotel as well, stayed 2 nights and good food and facilities
(Round played: Oct 2020 - Score: 117 Handicap: +4.1)
Great hotel as well, stayed 2 nights and good food and facilities
(Round played: Oct 2020 - Score: 117 Handicap: +4.1)
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Northwich rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 8 2020
wasted journey
if you have to travel any sort of distance to play golf here dont bother, we had a 90 mile round trip only to be told when we arrived that the course was closed, as of yet i still havent recieved any sort communication to tell me this, considering it says on its website that it is playable all year it clearly isnt and wont even give its customers the common curtesy of any sort of notification to avoid travelling.all we recieved was a quick verbal sorry from the lad in the pro shop, no offer of any compensation for our wasted journey!! also after i emailed to complain they couldnt even be bothered to reply to that.
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Craig, Bolton rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 22 2020
Good challenge, greens battered by tourists
Challenging but fair test of golf... would love to play again in more 'normal' times.Typical championship layout, reasonably long with well placed hazards and undulating greens. Can imagine this is usually a fabulous place to play golf, however, the state of the greens unfortunately ainted our experience on this occasion. At least 6 of the 18 greens were memorable for the vast amount of damage seemingly caused by unrepaired pitch marks which made finding a line for a true roll impossible. Even on the better greens we found the pace to be slower than one would expect of a course that proudly boasts its presence on various professional tours.
Our suspicion, playing in late August 2020 is that the course has been battered by more play than usual during COVID and unfortunately tourists are less likely to take ownership for repairing pitch marks than private club members.
Otherwise the facilities are very good, particularly the driving range and there is a lovely outdoor seating area next to the 18th green. Didn't try the 9 hole course but looked decent.
I will be returning to see how the course fares in normal times as I can't believe the greens are usually in this state.
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Graeme P rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 28 2020
fantastic golf course would recommend it .has excellent facilities and help full staff to provide a great day out
(Round played: May 2019 - Score: 112 Handicap: 31.5)
(Round played: May 2019 - Score: 112 Handicap: 31.5)
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Arjun G rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 25 2020
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(Round played: Jul 2020 - Score: 127 Handicap: 43.7)
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(Round played: Jul 2020 - Score: 127 Handicap: 43.7)
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Aryan G rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 25 2020
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(Round played: Jul 2020 - Score: 114 Handicap: 38.7)
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(Round played: Jul 2020 - Score: 114 Handicap: 38.7)
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Alan U rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 16 2020
Recovering!
The course is recovering nicely from the hot weather all through may. Greens are in nice condition and true(Round played: Jun 2020 - Score: 92 Handicap: 15.5)
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Michael B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 8 2020
Fantastic course worth visiting
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Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa?
Yes there is a driving range at Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa which will be accessible prior to visiting and open for use.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa.
Is there a golf pro shop at Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa?
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 Hall Golf Resort & Spa?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa.
Can you hire buggies at Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa?
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 Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa?
Yes you can hire golf clubs but these will be subject to availability. Contact Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa prior to your visit to confirm your requirements.
Is there a bar at Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa?
Yes you can order food for dining at Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa
Is there accommodation at Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa?
Yes there is accommodation at Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa. Please visit their website for further details and plan a golf break there.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa?
Yes there is the option to hire out function or conference rooms. Contact Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa for further details.
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