Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country Club
Course Information
Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country Club, Northamptonshire is a 27 hole complex with 3 loop of 9 holes, the Blue, Red & Green courses. A private, parkland golf course.
27 holes | Private | Parkland
About Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country Club
Golf Club Overview
Address: Hellidon, near Banbury, Daventry, Northamptonshire, NN11 6LN United Kingdom
Tel: 01327 262550
Golf Pro: G. Wills | Tel: 01327 262551
Website: https://www.qhotels.co.uk/hotels/hellidon-lakes-daventry/golf.aspx
Golf Club Facilities
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Visitor Information & Green Fees
Price Guide: ££££
Midweek summer offer 2013:
18 holes with a free pint for £15.00 per person.
please quote SUMMER OFFER when booking your round.
Midweek Guide: £15.00 per round *
Weekend Guide: £25.00 per round *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Courses & Scorecards
| Course | Tee | Par | SSS | Yards | ||
| Red | Yellow | 71 | 69 | 5454 | ||
| Red | White | 37 | 0 | 3197 | ||
| Red | Yellow | 36 | 0 | 2888 | ||
| Red | Red | 37 | 0 | 2721 | ||
| Red & Blue | White | 72 | 70 [117] | 6016 | ||
| Red & Blue | Yellow | 71 | 68 [116] | 5639 | ||
| Red & Blue | Red | 73 | 72 [124] | 5303 | ||
| Blue Course | White | 35 | 0 | 2885 | ||
| Blue Course | Yellow | 35 | 0 | 2752 | ||
| Blue Course | Red | 36 | 0 | 2608 | ||
| Green Course | White | 35 | 0 | 2791 | ||
| Green Course | Yellow | 35 | 0 | 2582 | ||
| Green Course | Red | 35 | 0 | 2459 | ||
| Red & Green | White | 72 | 69 | 5988 | ||
| Red & Green | white/yel | 72 | 69 | 5779 | ||
| Red & Green | Yellow | 71 | 71 | 5470 | ||
| Red & Green | Red | 72 | 69 | 5180 | ||
| Blue & Green | White | 70 | 68 | 5676 | ||
| Blue & Green | Yellow | 70 | 70 | 5334 | ||
| Blue & Green | Red | 71 | 71 | 5067 | ||
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Ian/Notts rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 8 2025
Awful golf course
Took 6 hours to play the worst golf course I’ve ever played. Management didn’t care about pace of play. Most of the greens are situated at the top or bottom of steep hills and the greens just sit on the slopes .. very tough to hit an iron to statin a green, then hard to putt on them to follow. Will never return.Reviewer Rating
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Newbury rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 10 2023
1 night 2 rounds 9 Golfers
The course had a good layout,great views,there wasn't a 2nd cut of fairway it was a fairway then 5-6 inches of rough, impossible to find your ball and to make it worse the cuttings weren't collected so made it even harder,you were punished by putting a ball 2 yards off the fairway as you couldn't find it.Greens didn't run true, we didn't play the 2nd day just wasn't worth it.we are all members and society players, everyone said how badly maintained it was, even a greenkeeper said members have asked for there money back.Hotel and food/beer very good,Just don't play golf there.
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David jones rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 10 2022
Shocking condition don't waste your time
It feels like the club palm off the valley course on societies and non members. You wouldn't dream of paying to play this course its in a disgraceful condition. The greens are the worst kept greens i have ever seen and this is peak season. The green staff should be ashamed and so should the club for charging people to play this course. Wont bother writing all the other issues but there are many, poor signage directing between tee’s, no paths betwen tee boxes in certain areas, issue after issue dont easte your money here.Reviewer Rating
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Wilts rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 29 2023
Hellidon course at Hellidon Lakes
Read some really poor reviews but they were dated so thought 2 of us would give it a chance. Pro shop zero, it's not a shop, it's a counter in a dingy room. Practise putting green is tiny and poorly maintained (theme of the day). No longer has a driving range (unlike what it says online),the reason is they won't replace the balls ????. The course is poor and laid out in such a strange way. Cut grass everywhere and some of the worst tee boxes I've seen anywhere. Greens were all over the place and whatever word is opposite of pure. Won't be going back, and for the green fees, trust me, you can find so many better courses for the money. Real shameReviewer Rating
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Nathan Jackson rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 28 2023
Not enjoyable
Two of us played Hellidon Lakes today, I’d read several reviews which were mixed so went there with an open mind.Didn’t start well, as I read online that it had a driving range, we both like to warm up on the range so pick courses because of this. Disappointed when we arrived to be told that they don’t have any balls for the range as they’ve ran out…..WTF.
Pro shop was poor, with very little to offer.
The course it’s self in our opinion was poorly maintained. Dried clumps of grass everywhere, both on the fairways and rough. Clearly not cut regularly so is left to grow to long. Pin positions on the greens were poor and not enjoyable.
Sadly we will not return to this course.
These opinions are mine and some will not agree but I personally doing think it was worth the money.
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Neil White rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 21 2023
What has happened?
Our club captain organised for more than 40 golfers to play over two days at Hellidon Lakes; frankly, it was a huge disappointment. The hotel is ok but the service was very slow (40 minutes for. a sandwich) and unfriendly (we were told we would have to pay extra for supplementary bread with our main meal). Then there was the dismal state of the courses - one having fairways which were so difficult to differentiate from the rough that balls were lost on them. We were told to complain to the pro's shop about them the following day but it was closed! I visited Hellidon Lakes for a birthday party a decade ago and was impressed. Today, it feels like a faded glory. Senior management refused to answer complaints, leaving frontline staff to deal with them.Reviewer Rating
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Paul J rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed May 16 2022
Never coming back
Came here with my society, greens are in terrible condition, no signage for where next tee is, long walks from green to tee. Bunkers full of builders sand compavted and not raked for months.Reviewer Rating
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Paul T rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 23 2021
Pretty poor condition
Course was in poor condition considering, with plenty of bare spots on greens and some poor ground conditions.Green Fees and bar prices very high.
(Round played: Oct 2021 - Score: 98 Handicap: 17.5)
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Neil P rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 11 2021
going downhill
this course used to be a very good place to play. unfortunately now its a hotel with a golf course. it shows where they are putting the money. greens are dying and the course needs attention.(Round played: Oct 2021 - Score: 103 Handicap: 18.3)
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Dan Menashe rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 11 2020
I play at Hellidon a few times each year and it was in its worst condition I have seen. We couldn\'t play the Hellidon loop for maintenance reasons and when we saw the state of the greens, we could only assume they were even worse than on the other two loops. Many of the greens we played had large bare patches, making putting a lottery. The greenkeepers had left a lot of grass on them understandably, but this meant they were much slower than on other courses.\\I had never played the Valley course so that was an interesting experience, but the lack of signs as to where the next tee was, or maps of the holes was very confusing. Other reviewers have made the same comment, so they need to sort it out. \\In its current condition, £25 or £17.50 does not represent fair value for money.
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Brett Maidstone rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 17 2021
Great layout, very poor condition
Played in August 2021. Very hilly course, but walkable (electric trolley advised). Some interesting holes. Unfortunately the greens were in very poor condition, with bare patches, variable speed and bumpy (it can't be blamed on recent weather as the Staverton Golf Club nearby is in very good condition. Sadly it looks as though little money has been spent on upkeep. On the plus side, the hotel is quite good. There are a few courses in the vicinity, I would recommend trying them instead of Hellidon.Reviewer Rating
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Graham C rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 5 2020
Nice course but signage is awful
Nice course but signs from green to tee are not good or non existent and some Coloured tee markers in wrong place. Wouldn't rush back to play until this gets sorted, expensive because thisReviewer Rating
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Russell P rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed May 24 2020
Poor condition
Played this around 7 years ago and can remember it was a nice risk and reward course. Unfortunately the condition has really gone down hill since the last time i played. Looks like the white tee boxes have gone, tee boxes scruffy and greens bare in patches. Shame as with a little TLC this could be pretty good againReviewer Rating
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Graeme M rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 21 2019
Played this course a couple of times over the last few years and each time I have to remind myself of the challenges it poses especially with the undulating terrain. We played red and blue courses (Hellidon and Lakes). I felt that the fairways were in good nick but some of the tee boxes and greens were a bit rough. We planned to warm up in the range but it had been closed because the balls kept getting stollen.
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Swindon rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 12 2019
JB
Quirky but interesting layout on rolling hillside course with hardly a flat lie and a few odd holes. A bit of a slog if walking. Definitely a summer course, Played in February and course was very wet and walkways rather muddy. Greens a little patchy but overall pretty good for time of year. Excellent value at £10.00Reviewer Rating
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Barry H rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 25 2018
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Sean H rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 19 2017
If you are on a weekend package,you will have the Valley included in your rounds.
Not the best of 9 holes,too many cross over tee's.Pace of play very slow
(Round played: Sep 2017 - Score: 103 Handicap: 24.1)
Not the best of 9 holes,too many cross over tee's.Pace of play very slow
(Round played: Sep 2017 - Score: 103 Handicap: 24.1)
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Gordon S rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 7 2015
(Round played: Mar 2015 - Score: 102 Handicap: 17.2)
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Harry C rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 26 2015
(Round played: Jan 2015 - Score: 42 Handicap: )
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Darryl D rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed May 24 2012
Nice, challenging, expensive bar
(Round played: May 2012 - Score: 108 Handicap: 22.5)
(Round played: May 2012 - Score: 108 Handicap: 22.5)
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Matthew B rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed May 22 2012
actuall 18 hole golf course lovely but make sure they dont put you on the other 9 before hand awful make sure your on the old 18 hole course.
(Round played: May 2012 - Score: 87 Handicap: 13.3)
(Round played: May 2012 - Score: 87 Handicap: 13.3)
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Simon S rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 13 2007
Had a great day out here at the North v South Competition. Sayung that I didn't particularly enjoy the course. Very poor drainage and too many temporary tees and greens.
I didn't think it was very good value for the money.
Practice facilities are non existent but the club house was ok.
I didn't think it was very good value for the money.
Practice facilities are non existent but the club house was ok.
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Jago T rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 29 2022
Nice course but condition wasn't great even for December. Course wasn't very busy but I think that was more down to the weather.
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Lee C rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 5 2021
Hard work but testing golf
Very very hilly course made this a real mission the walk around let alone play.The course was good and done real testing holes.
The greens are a little slow and the rough off the fairway was tough going.
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Rob D rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 15 2020
Give it a try
Although expensive a reasonable park land course. Not to difficult and suitable for most golfers. Greens generally good although a little slow for this time of year.Reviewer Rating
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Dan B rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 14 2020
Hard walk!
Honestly get a buggy!! It's hills from the get go! Greens don't take spin so it's bump and run approach type golf. Some accurate golf required at times and off the tee can be a challenge. Sensible play is the call on most holes unless your hitting very straight or giving yourself free hits when no one is looking.Reviewer Rating
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Alan T rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 6 2020
Played :- The Lakes and The Valley. The Valley course needs additional signings, from green to tee. For many of these 9 holes, one is looking to see where is the next hole tee off point. (The following group of golfers played 11 holes instead of 9 - they got lost).
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Matt W rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 4 2020
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Luke H rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed May 26 2020
A physically tough challenge
Some interesting holes, short par 4's and strategically placed water hazards. Interesting test of golf but in places had felt like the course had been forced in small corners and steep hillsides. A very tough walk, especially on a hot day, buggy highly reccomended.Condition was average for early summer, greens very hard so balls would run through and into the rough at the back no matter how short the ball pitched. Pleasant staff and good value.
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Jason M rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 24 2019
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Well laid out course. Would definitely recommend to anyone to get a buggy. It's very hilly. The greens were quite grassy, but not that slow. Some good thinking holes, and the rough is ROUGH. An enjoyable course, better than a locally similar hotel/golfing complex.Reviewer Rating
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Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country Club Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country Club?
No, we are unaware of a driving range at this venue.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country 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 Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country Club?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country Club.
Can you hire buggies at Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country 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 Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country Club?
Yes you can hire golf clubs but these will be subject to availability. Contact Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country Club prior to your visit to confirm your requirements.
Is there a bar at Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country Club
Is there accommodation at Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country Club?
Yes there is accommodation at Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country Club. Please visit their website for further details and plan a golf break there.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country Club?
Yes there is the option to hire out function or conference rooms. Contact Hellidon Lakes Golf & Country Club for further details.
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