Hylands Golf Complex & Academy
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Course Information
Hylands Golf Complex & Academy, Essex is a 9 hole, par 33 (2445 yard) Pryors course established in 1985.
9 holes | Par Pryors Course 33 | Pryors Course 2445 yards | Private | Parkland
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Hylands Golf Complex & Academy Information & Reviews for 2025
Address: Main Road, Margaretting, Ingatestone, Essex, CM4 0ET United Kingdom
Tel: 01277 356016
Website: https://www.hylands-gc.com
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Midweek Guide: £14.00 Pryers Course *
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Midweek Guide: £14.00 Pryers Course *
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Reviews
GOLFSHAKE RATING
2.05
AVERAGE RATING 2.3
(based on 75 reviews)
5 star
0
4 star
7
3 star
23
2 star
27
1 star
18
RECOMMENDATIONS
50%
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What the club says: Hylands Golf Complex was part of the old Hylands Estate in bygone days. Two notable previous owners who lived at the mansion on the Hylands Estate were the Pryors and the Hanburys. It is appropriate that we have named our two courses after them, as they both had an active part in helping shape and preserve the land and local heritage as we know today.
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Simon/ Chelmsford rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 15 2017
Avoid
Went for the 2nd time with my 5 year old. Asked for small person borrow clubs and they charged and stated they should have last time. I said this is hardly helping young kids get involved and selling your facility - she didnt care.Its more expensive than other driving ranges locally.
I will not be returning as I support clubs that support youthg sport.
PS Have played the course previously and it is dreadful. Its a giant rugby pitch with flags.
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Anthony/ Chelmsford rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 22 2017
The best part of it was that the round was free as the greens were unplayable. The whole course is unplayable and I left on the 8th. It's such a shame though because the layout of the holes is fantastic. A lot of work and money needed to make it playable, but if it's invested it would be a cracking course.
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Show moreNigel S rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 9 2017
Course under repair so not in the best condition but a good course I am sure once repaired
(Round played: Apr 2017 - Score: 48 Handicap: )
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Andy / Colchester rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 2 2016
Played 02/10/16
Never played on such a terrible course, greens are brown with no grass, only weeds. Fairways not cut and very poorly signed. Staff didn't seem to care & definitely no course maintenance going on. AVOID!
Never played on such a terrible course, greens are brown with no grass, only weeds. Fairways not cut and very poorly signed. Staff didn't seem to care & definitely no course maintenance going on. AVOID!
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Show moreGavin Medlin rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 12 2016
I used to play here a lot, it was always in fairly good condition, and it's a well laid out course. I played there on Saturday, and it is almost certainly the worst course in Essex. The "greens" were brown and black, not a living bit of grass in sight. Every single bunker was unplayable, and there was no definition to any of the brown fairways either. The ONLY thing this course has going for it now, is that the layout is still awesome. SOOO much potential, yet SOOO poorly maintained. Wouldn't even pay a fiver to play again.
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Show moreNigel M rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 5 2016
Faiways need cutting and defining better, bunkers are useless!! Greens need attention. The couse has a good feel and layout however the upkeep ne3ds attention.
(Round played: Jul 2016 - Score: 93 Handicap: 17.5)
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Chris Morton rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 4 2016
This is without a doubt the worst course in the county , probably the country !!! Nothing more than a field
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Show moreReuben H rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed May 21 2016
I was visiting the area and looking for somewhere to play a round of golf. However I really should have listened to the reviews and not gone to Hylands. I thought I'd give it the benefit of the doubt but it really is as bad as others have said. In some areas you can't tell what is rough and what is fairway. And if you're shot is anything other than bullet straight you'll have a job to find your ball in amongst the countless weeds, dandelions, Daisy's and grass that hasn't been cut well at all. The bunkers are a complete mess and as for the greens, slow, bumpy, awful. I will certainly never be returning.
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Show moreChelmsford rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 3 2016
We played the nine hole course on 27 March 2016. It cost £13.50 which is expensive when you see the abysmally poor quality course. It is difficult to distinguish the fairway from the rough - the grass looked like it hadn't been cut all winter and the bunkers resembled big craters with weeds, moss and grass - there was no sand in any of the bunkers. It's no surprise then that the course was empty on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. We certainly won't be going back there. The owners obviously don't read the reviews or want to invest money in making the course fit for purpose. Quite frankly, I would be embarrassed to be associated with the complex. It's the worst, I've ever seen.
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Show moreNeil B rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 31 2015
Must be worst course in uk, we played as a 4 ball all regular golfers but lost loads of balls, even on the fairway, don't think the own a lawn mower. It took 3hours for 9 holes cause we was forever looking for our ball
Don't waste your time or money
Don't waste your time or money
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Show moreAnthony E rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 28 2015
Good round...................................
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(Round played: Sep 2015 - Score: 99 Handicap: )
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(Round played: Sep 2015 - Score: 99 Handicap: )
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Show moreChristopher M rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 20 2015
I thought £22 for 18 holes might be OK, as I had consciously not played the course for years for its shocking rough. Teed off thinking the course was in not bad shape until I got the greens. So disappointed. They need a complete relaying to avoid your ball jumping all over the place. I had a few puts going in but then jumping wide.
(Round played: Sep 2015 - Score: 89 Handicap: 15.2)
(Round played: Sep 2015 - Score: 89 Handicap: 15.2)
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Show moreMark H rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 19 2015
The bunkers are a disgrace. Total lack of sand. The fairways are in dire need of a decent cut and some of the greens are poor with patches of weeds etc.
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Show moreAndrew B rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 2 2015
(Round played: Jan 2015 - Score: 102 Handicap: 25.4)
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Show moreStuart F rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 19 2014
Rough grass slightly too long - easy to loose balls
(Round played: Sep 2014 - Score: 142 Handicap: )
(Round played: Sep 2014 - Score: 142 Handicap: )
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Hylands Golf Complex & Academy Facilities & Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Hylands Golf Complex & Academy?
Yes there is a driving range at Hylands Golf Complex & Academy which will be accessible prior to visiting and open for use.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Hylands Golf Complex & Academy?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Hylands Golf Complex & Academy.
Is there a golf pro shop at Hylands Golf Complex & Academy?
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 Hylands Golf Complex & Academy?
No, we are unaware of changing facilities at this venue.
Can you hire buggies at Hylands Golf Complex & Academy?
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 Hylands Golf Complex & Academy?
No, we are unaware of being able to hire golf clubs here.
Is there a bar at Hylands Golf Complex & Academy?
No, we are unaware of a bar at this venue.
Is there a restaurant at Hylands Golf Complex & Academy?
Yes you can order food for dining at Hylands Golf Complex & Academy
Is there accommodation at Hylands Golf Complex & Academy?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Hylands Golf Complex & Academy?
No, we are unaware of any function rooms being available.
