Glamorganshire Golf Club
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Course Information
Glamorganshire Golf Club, South Glamorgan is an 18 hole, par 70 (6184 yard), private, parkland golf course where Dr. Frank Stableford conceived the famous scoring system named after him in 1898.
18 holes | Par 70 | 6184 yards | Private | Parkland
Tee Time Information
Midweek Guide: £35.00 per round *
Weekend Guide: £40.00 per round *
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Visitor Information
Society days are Thursdays and Fridays except Bank Holidays.
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
- 7 Day Membership Available
Restrictions: Maximum Handicap 28
Contact Information
Address: Lavernock Road, Penarth, South Glamorgan, CF64 5UP United Kingdom
Tel: 029 2070 1185
Golf Pro: Matthew Dearden | Tel: 02920 701185
Nearby
 | Dinas Powis Golf Club from 10 reviewsDistance 2.17 miles |
 | St Andrews Major Golf Club from 20 reviewsDistance 2.71 miles |
 | Wenvoe Castle Golf Club from 27 reviewsDistance 4.03 miles |
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Glamorganshire Golf Club Reviews & Information
Golfshake Rating
4.13
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4.13
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Average Ratings
3.81 ... Overall Rating
3.75 ... The Course
4.00 ... Course Cond.
3.63 ... Facilities/Serv.
3.88 ... VFM
3.81 ... Overall Rating
3.75 ... The Course
4.00 ... Course Cond.
3.63 ... Facilities/Serv.
3.88 ... VFM
Addtional Ratings
3.00 ... Pace of play
3.75 ... Hospitality.
3.67 ... Prac. Facil.
4.33 ... Food + Drink
3.00 ... Pace of play
3.75 ... Hospitality.
3.67 ... Prac. Facil.
4.33 ... Food + Drink
Reviews
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16 ratings & 12 reviews on Golfshake. Ranked out of 2183.
HIGHLY RATED - 100% would play again or recommend
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What the club says: The Glamorganshire Golf Club, situated in the seaside town of Penarth on the outskirts of Cardiff is the second oldest golf club in South Wales. Although being near the sea, the Glamorganshire is not a links, but an 18-hole parkland course on undulating ground on the edge of what are now Cosmeston Lakes.
The Club is steeped in tradition - it was at the Glamorganshire that the Stableford scoring system was first tried by its creator, Dr. Frank Stableford in September 1898, and where the Barbarian Rugby Football Club made Penarth their home in 1901 for their traditional Easter tour to Wales, the Glamorganshire was adopted as the place to spend the free Sunday.
Golf Course Reviews for Glamorganshire Golf Club
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Reviewed Jun 7 2021 by Doug R - rated 5 out of 5 View more
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Reviewed Nov 14 2018 by Martin G - rated 4 out of 5 View more
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Reviewed Jul 26 2017 by Iwan F - rated 4 out of 5 American Golf Junior Open Comp only spoilt by the awful weather. The course was in a very good condition. However by halfway round the greens start to get puddles from the constant rainfall.
(Round played: Jul 2017 - Score: 97 Handicap: 16.6)
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Reviewed Jul 1 2017 by Mike S - rated 4 out of 5 Why does it get to be called the Glamorganshire?
Shame about the weather at this time of year. The course was in good condition however, the greens nice and true, the wet conditions, drying, slowed them up for the newbies. No standing water but wet first cut very tight, fairways a must. Overall good course, if unspectacular. Played with friendly locals which helped. Nice clubhouse, good atmosphere. Friendly Pro at Sign In.(Round played: Jun 2017 - Score: 90 Handicap: 11.7)
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Reviewed Jun 5 2017 by Tim - rated 1 out of 5 Would not recommend this course to anyone. A very poorly run course. Staff promise the world yet can;t even open the pro shop by 8:50am on a Sunday morning. Avoid this one and play elsewhere. The course looked nice but was able to get on as I was hiring clubs. When questioned the management did little to assist.
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Reviewed May 14 2017 by Owain D - rated 4 out of 5 Beautiful course, very forgiving. The members were very friendly throughout the day. Highly recommend.
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Reviewed May 14 2017 by Owain D - rated 4 out of 5 Beautiful course, very forgiving. The members were very friendly throughout the day. Highly recommend.
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Reviewed Jul 29 2016 by Iwan F - rated 4 out of 5 Junior Open great value and an very good course
(Round played: Jul 2016 - Score: 108 Handicap: 21.3)
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Reviewed Oct 1 2015 by Kevin T - rated 4 out of 5 A very welcoming club with Traditional facilities.
Greens in great condition and quite fast.
16th hole is a view to die for.
Played in Sept with a round of 101 off 28.
Booked via Tee off app for a great price.
Will play again
View moreGreens in great condition and quite fast.
16th hole is a view to die for.
Played in Sept with a round of 101 off 28.
Booked via Tee off app for a great price.
Will play again
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Reviewed Aug 28 2014 by Tom E - rated 3 out of 5 A nice course that can be deceivingly tricky in places. Greens were very fast in places.
(Round played: Mar 2014 - Score: 101 Handicap: )
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Reviewed Jul 20 2014 by Kevin H - rated 5 out of 5 Great eather and a very enjoyable round on this course which is very good for society golf - plenty of interesting quirky par-4 holes, but if anything the par-5s let it down slightly due their length being a bit short. The greens were in absolutely superb condition and a rake with a stand in each and every bunker was a nice touch.
(Round played: Jul 2014 - Score: 86 Handicap: 13)
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Reviewed Nov 21 2013 by Trevor W - rated 3 out of 5 This is a very traditional golf club. Claims to be the home of the Stableford scoring system. A well set out undulating course. Always kept in good condition and pleasing on the eye. Greens are of a good quality . Catering is of a high standard.
For me the course does not quite have the wow factor.
(Round played: Oct 2012 - Score: 108 Handicap: 25)
View moreFor me the course does not quite have the wow factor.
(Round played: Oct 2012 - Score: 108 Handicap: 25)
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Reviewed Jun 6 2012 by Steve J - rated 3 out of 5 Wide fairways and little rough to speak of make for an enjoyable game. Greens excellent and views delightful.
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Reviewed Jun 8 2009 by Bryan L - rated 3 out of 5 Good course
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