Ganton Golf Club
Course Information
Ganton Golf Club, North Yorkshire is an 18 hole, par 72, (6935 yard), private, inland links golf course designed by Tom Chisholm in 1891.
18 holes | Par 72 | 6935 yards | Private | Inland Links
About Ganton Golf Club
Golf Club Overview
Address: Station Road, Ganton, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO12 4PA United Kingdom
Tel: 01944 710329
Golf Pro: Gary Brown | Tel: 01944 710260
Website: https://www.gantongolfclub.com
Golf Club Facilities
Click the following link to find out what facilities are available at Ganton Golf Club and read frequently asked questions.
Visitor Information & Green Fees
Price Guide: £££££
County cards taken Monday to Friday after 2.30pm & the green fee is £55
Twilight Rate from 4pm at a green fee of £50
Winter rates November to February. Shoulder rates in March & April
Midweek Guide: From £140 per round *
Weekend Guide: From £140 per round *
- Societies Accepted to Play
Restrictions: Maximum Handicap 24
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Courses & Scorecards
| Course | Tee | Par | SSS | Yards | ||
| Ganton | Blue | 71 | 75 [138] | 7016 | ||
| Ganton | White | 71 | 74 [138] | 6789 | ||
| Ganton | Yellow | 71 | 72 [133] | 6491 | ||
| Ganton | Winter Y | 70 | 72 [132] | 6342 | ||
| Ganton | Red | 76 | 77 [145] | 6063 | ||
Ganton Golf Club Reviews
Looking for Ganton golf reviews? On this page you’ll find up-to-date, independent feedback from golfers who have played Ganton Golf Club in North Yorkshire, providing feedback on course conditions, value and pace of play. The Golfshake independent reviews also cover important factors like facilities & service, hospitality, practice facilities, and food & drink. Access the latest, unbiased reviews to help you make an informed decision about your next round at Ganton Golf Club.
GOLFSHAKE RATING
4.97
AVERAGE RATING 4.7
(based on 53 reviews)
5 star
44
4 star
7
3 star
1
2 star
0
1 star
1
HIGHLY RATED
100%
would play again or recommend
|
|
What the club says: Impenetrable gorse abounds within the open nature of the heathland. There are few trees other than those on the boundaries; with plenty of space the original open character of the terrain has been retained. As to the bunkers, Ganton has few peers; the player who is bunkered is punished for his error. In an age when golf designers are making bunkers less penal, this is a welcome feature.
Do you have feedback from your last round? Share your thoughts and help fellow golfers to plan their next round. Submit Review
Reviews for Ganton Golf Club
Sort by: Date | Review Rank | Rated High | Rated Low
The golf courses reviews are the personal opinions of members of Golfshake who completed a review after playing the course. These opinions do not necessarily represent the views of Golfshake.com
Richard B rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 26 2024
The course was in very good condition despite the greens having just been top-dressed. Many holes were tricky to navigate down the fairways to avoid the plentiful supply of bunkers, but that's what contributed to the challenge of playing this golf course.
Reviewer Rating
Rate Helpful
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Pace of Play
Hospitality
Course Conditions
Practice Facilities
Food & Drink
A Golfer rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 13 2024
Superb course with extremely challenging holes. The course layout is outstanding and provides a real test of golf.
Reviewer Rating
Dave Evans rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 27 2023
Memorable
from the moment we arrived!!!pouring rain, guy in the pro shop and caddie master could not be anymore helpful by saying wait till the rain stops and we will get you out on the course dont worry about your tee time.
the friendliness in the clubhouse from the staff second to none, and also members that were also there. not to mention the magnificent history aorund the place a visit to the clubhouse was amazing on its own.
as for the course the condition was fantastic the layout fantastic the challenge amazing if at times to good for me. there is no way you cannot enjoy the whole experience at Ganton. I WILL be back.
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Pace of Play
Hospitality
Course Conditions
Practice Facilities
Food & Drink
Paul W rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 6 2023
Wow! what a course. Deserves all the high ratings it gets.
Reviewer Rating
Paul W rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed May 13 2023
Top, top quality
What a great course. Deservedly rated a top 100 course. Fairways and greens are pristine. Stay out of the fairway bunkers and you can score well. Most golfers will not have experienced anything like them. Deep and difficult, the only option in most is to pop it out and take the medicine. Beautiful and brutal in equal measure.Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Pace of Play
Hospitality
Course Conditions
Practice Facilities
Food & Drink
A Golfer rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 13 2023
If you're looking for a course that's in great condition all year round, look no further! The course layout is always well-maintained, and the history of the course is really interesting. The presentation is first-class with the type of course and design.
Reviewer Rating
Timothy L rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 20 2022
AM AM Comp
Played an open comp here and loved it. We were genuinely welcomed and both myself and my playing partner had a wonderful time. Golf was tough. Bunkers are deep and need to be avoided at all costs. A wonderful experience and the course is as good as its reputatuion suggests. Don't hesitate
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Pace of Play
Hospitality
Course Conditions
Practice Facilities
Food & Drink
Paul D rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 12 2021
Fabulous
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Pace of Play
Hospitality
Course Conditions
Practice Facilities
Food & Drink
Mark A rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 20 2021
Magnificent
Absolutely stunning as a course, never played before but always wanted to, enjoyed the challenge of tight fairways, hundreds of bunkers and great greens it’s a round you need to be accurate and think your way around.We really enjoyed it
Only downside it’s a tad pricey but as a treat why not
(Round played: Jun 2021 - Score: 97 Handicap: 22.3)
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Pace of Play
Hospitality
Course Conditions
Practice Facilities
Steven K rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 4 2021
Bucket list course
Fortunate to play here several times. Always a warm welcome, always in great condition, despite being in the middle of nowhere make the trip, you won't be disappointed.Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Pace of Play
Hospitality
Course Conditions
Practice Facilities
Food & Drink
Steve K (Sheffield) rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 22 2020
The Ultimate Golfing Challenge in Gusty Wind
We got lucky with the rainy weather easing and the wind gusting up so that the course bared its teeth and became a great challenge for us mid handicappers.The fairways were good (despite hearing bad reports) and the greens were tremendous. We ended up in a few of the bunkers where our head was below the lip, which was good for the experience, but generally played well and avoided them. Probably the ultimate challenge because the course plays fairer than the Open links venues, the difference is the fairways run true and don’t have the random bumps you can get in links, shooting good shots off into rough or bunkers. The wind was brutal though, gusting around and several times we had 50 yards of sideways movement from only slightly faded shots. If you accidentally go left or right you are punished - as you should be.
A few holes offered particular challenges. A few good risk reward short par 4s, easy to lay up but potentially brutal if too ambitious. Several doglegs where depending on your length the straight shot may play better than trying a big fade or draw around the corner - risk reward again. The 18th is a great closer, particularly if needing a par - drive too far left and although on the fairway a huge hook may be needed around a big tree.
The starter and pro shop were friendly, the clubhouse though was old fashioned and a big disappointment. A small lounge with phone numbers on the tables to order drinks or food from the kitchen in a socially distanced way (a modern open plan bar area would have been better). The beer was ordinary and we only had one and made an exit.
The course furniture was minimal, which added to the atmosphere, but did make it tricky knowing where to go (though the next tee is fairly obvious throughout). Coloured tee posts with the stroke index on (but not the hole) are the only furnishings.
Finally, we had the unique experience of watching a greenkeeper change the hole position while we waited - never seem that during an afternoon before, and those sideways moving green ironing ride-ons, I gotta get me one of those!
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Pace of Play
Hospitality
Course Conditions
Practice Facilities
Food & Drink
Craig/Chorley rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 2 2020
Save your Money & go elsewhere
We played this course a couple of weeks ago.The reason for my delay in posting this review is because I have been waiting for a reply from the secretary & manager. I sent in an email providing feedback about our visit. In my opinion we should have been told about the infestation of Craneflies so that we could have either played somewhere else or defer our visit. Our day was spoiled and I felt that they needed to know.At the very least I expected an acknowledgement but nothing, not a thing!Ganton is certainly not worth the green fees being charged.
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Pace of Play
Hospitality
Course Conditions
Practice Facilities
Food & Drink
Steven K rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 14 2020
Bucket List Course
Fortunate to have now played Ganton several times - yes it's out of the way but make the trip, you won't be disappointed. Different to most courses you'll play, feels like a links course in places with the sand/gorse, feels parkland elsewhere with the trees/pheasants. some great holes.Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Pace of Play
Hospitality
Course Conditions
Practice Facilities
Food & Drink
Baby T rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 24 2020
Friendly welcome from staff. Nice clubhouse and practice facilities. Unfortunately found the course to be somewhat overrated. Surprised to see this better ranked than courses like Notts, West Sussex, Woking, etc. Price removed from the review it’s an overall nice course however too many negatives for us for the value. Fairways patchy, nothing on tee box to say which hole you’re on (or on the scorecard), no hole layout boards to know which way to go or hazards, bunkers are best feature and dramatic yet no consistency with sand plus greens very slow but good condition m. Very much a hit the fairway or you’re out the game golf course. Thin line of semi rough then unplayable gorse throughout. No real amazing signature holes although most are good in their own right. Sorry... not sure what the fuss is all about with this one, just didn’t get it. Hopefully others find it more enjoyable
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Paul D rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 23 2020
Fantastic
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
David C rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 25 2020
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Pace of Play
Hospitality
Course Conditions
Practice Facilities
Food & Drink
Steven K rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 24 2019
Must play course
I've played over 200 courses and without a doubt Ganton is in my top 3. Make the trip, you won't be disappointed.Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Pace of Play
Hospitality
Course Conditions
Practice Facilities
Food & Drink
James J rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 26 2019
Great history, but ?110 ?
When you arrive at Ganton GC its almost like you can feel the history oozing from the clubhouse and the neatly cared for course as you drive between the holes on the approach. We were greeted by the Club Secretary, who was a lovely guy, and we proceeded to pay our ?110 each for a round on a course which seemed completely empty. Having prepared for the no shorts unless you have long socks on rule (need reviewing for summer) we came suitably dressed unlike some of the other chaps arriving who had to change. The course itself is immaculate, the tees and greens absolutely lovely. The bunkers are very very deep and need avoiding. We were very surprised that the course didn't seem to have many "signature" type holes for the money we were paying. I personally was really disappointed on the 18th tee when a groundsman who was blowing away leaves right next to the tee box did not stop as we went to tee off, on a course such as this that is just unacceptable. He seemed disinterested in the golfers ... etiquette is something you expect lots of on a course with such history. Anyway, overall our experience was good, but for ?110 we expected it to be amazing and contend with some of the other expensive courses we have played like the Brabazon (much better) and Hollinwell (best ever). We would only ever return if we paid much less, just like the golfers we met at various East Coast courses in the days afterwards who could not believe we paid ?110 each.Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Pace of Play
Hospitality
Course Conditions
Practice Facilities
Food & Drink
Kevin M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 24 2019
Worth a visit
Worth a visit with some tight fairways and tricky greens. It's a bit like a Links course, some of the greens were not upto standard for the price. Only downside for me was the last holes are played over the road which I didn't like.Definitely course knowledge is a must.
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Pace of Play
Hospitality
Course Conditions
Practice Facilities
Lee C rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 3 2019
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Pace of Play
Hospitality
Course Conditions
Practice Facilities
Food & Drink
Steven K rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 24 2018
Best course I?ve played this year.
Unique experience, best described as an inland links course! Very well bunkered, a real challenge.Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Pace of Play
Hospitality
Course Conditions
Practice Facilities
Food & Drink
Graham T rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 23 2018
Great course, windy day driving into it was hard. The greens are fast, plenty of hazards , long grass , gorse high bunkers.
Great day spoilt by members rules dominating clubhouse.
(Round played: Jun 2018 - Score: 102 Handicap: 23.4)
Great day spoilt by members rules dominating clubhouse.
(Round played: Jun 2018 - Score: 102 Handicap: 23.4)
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Pace of Play
Hospitality
Course Conditions
Practice Facilities
Food & Drink
Chris B rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 8 2018
Top class course
Second time playing Ganton and still a tough one to conquer. Great practice facilities, nice clubhouse. Course in usual immaculate condition if a little dry in places. Greens quite true but not as quick as last visit. One or two bunkers found lacked sand in them and tough to get out of (that's my excuse anyway). Some great thinking holes, need to keep it straight as rough is penal(Round played: Jun 2018 - Score: 83 Handicap: 5.5)
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Pace of Play
Hospitality
Course Conditions
Practice Facilities
Food & Drink
Martyn W rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 1 2017
Ganton
Brilliant sunshine, course simply fantastic, tough large greens, want to play again having sampled in once and know how best to play it, great day out(Round played: May 2017 - Score: 85 Handicap: 7.5)
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Pace of Play
Hospitality
Course Conditions
Practice Facilities
Food & Drink
Telis S rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 29 2017
An outstanding course which was a delight to play. It a shame my short game failed me. Plenty of gorse bushes and the deepest 120 bunkers I've seen on a course. The tees were well laid and all is very highly maintained. Green were so good and the best course I've played. The club house has a history of golf and the place has some real golfing pedigree and quality which is reflected in its tee prices.
(Round played: Apr 2017 - Score: 109 Handicap: 17.5)
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Adam S rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 28 2016
Great course fantastic conditions highly recommend
(Round played: Nov 2016 - Score: 101 Handicap: 20.2)
(Round played: Nov 2016 - Score: 101 Handicap: 20.2)
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Ray C rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 24 2016
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Chris B rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 21 2016
Played at this club in an open competition and In one word, superb. Practice facilities top notch, friendly welcome in clubhouse and shop. The course itself is probably one of the best I have played in the UK. Well defined and manicured fairways. Greens true, not too quick but still tricky to read. A Mass of bunkers around the place, avoid at all costs for sure. Some great holes, especially dogleg par 4 finish. Fairly easy walk around, mostly on the flat. Got to be on any golfers hit list, will be back hopefully
(Round played: Sep 2016 - Score: 81 Handicap: 3.7)
(Round played: Sep 2016 - Score: 81 Handicap: 3.7)
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Scarborough rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 13 2016
Ganton golf course is class and should be on any golfers bucket list. Excellent course , helpful staff & friendly members.
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Victor S rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 23 2016
A great course. One of the toughest I have played. Up there as one of my top 10 golfing experiences. Paul gave a great welcome and was very helpful throughout our visit.
Reviewer Rating
Click to notify: Spam, Abuse, Inaccurate
Show moreAdditional Ratings
The Course
Facilities/Service
Value for Money
Showing reviews 1-30 of 46 reviews
The golf courses reviews are the personal opinions of members of Golfshake who completed a review after playing the course. These opinions do not necessarily represent the views of Golfshake.com
Submit Review For Ganton Golf Club
Share your thoughts to provide valuable feedback to the golf club and to help other golfers who may be planning to play here.
Ganton Golf Club Frequently Asked Questions
The following information is subject to change and based on the latest updates and checks on Golfshake from the golf club, golf facility or venue.
Is there a driving range at Ganton Golf Club?
Yes there is a driving range at Ganton Golf Club which will be accessible prior to visiting and open for use.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Ganton Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Ganton Golf Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Ganton 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 Ganton Golf Club?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Ganton Golf Club.
Can you hire buggies at Ganton Golf Club?
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 Ganton Golf Club?
Yes you can hire golf clubs but these will be subject to availability. Contact Ganton Golf Club prior to your visit to confirm your requirements.
Is there a bar at Ganton Golf Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Ganton Golf Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Ganton Golf Club
Is there accommodation at Ganton Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Ganton Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of any function rooms being available.
Nearby Golf Courses
Discover more North Yorkshire golf courses near Ganton Golf Club. Below is a list of nearby golf clubs in North Yorkshire, providing you with all the information you need to plan your next round. Get access to independent golf course reviews, detailed golf club information, scorecards, green fees and visitor information.
View more golf courses in North Yorkshire
