Knighton Heath Golf Club
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Knighton Heath Golf Club, Dorset is an 18 hole, par 70 (6065 yard), private, heathland golf course
18 holes | Par 70 | 6065 yards | Private | Heathland
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Address: Francis Avenue, West Howe, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH11 8NX United Kingdom
Tel: 01202 572633
Golf Pro: Andy Windsor | Tel: 01202 578275
Website: http://www.khgc.co.uk
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Bar
Dining
Function Room
Seniors & Ladies are very active sections within the club with Mondays & Tuesdays, respectively being their preferred day to play.
Midweek Guide: £39 pp summer / £ 26 pp winter *
Weekend Guide: £46 pp summer / £ 36 pp winter *
- 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.
Tee Time Information
Midweek Guide: £39 pp summer / £ 26 pp winter *
Weekend Guide: £46 pp summer / £ 36 pp winter *
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Review Information
GOLFSHAKE RATING
4.17
AVERAGE RATING 4.1
(based on 50 reviews)
5 star
18
4 star
23
3 star
6
2 star
3
1 star
0
HIGHLY RATED
97%
would play again or recommend
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Lee P rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 8 2015
(Round played: Mar 2015 - Score: 89 Handicap: 16.3)
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Keith G rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 11 2014
a very well laid out course,everyone was nice even though i had never been to this course before,would always be happy to go again.
(Round played: Sep 2014 - Score: 110 Handicap: 28)
(Round played: Sep 2014 - Score: 110 Handicap: 28)
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James W rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 19 2013
Lovely course in need of better maintenance. Similar to Meyrick Park, the course has some beautiful holes with rolling terrain.
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Chris P rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 26 2012
An excellent course with a lovely mixture of holes. Although the first isn't the best start - average length straight par 4 with no real danger other than out of bounds down the left, the course quickly gets interesting from the second onwards.
Despite being in the middle of a built-up area it feels like you're in the middle of nowhere for all but a couple of holes, with the only distraction being the occasional plane from Bournemouth airport overhead.
Tree-lined fairways favour straightness rather than length, although underneath pine straw is more common than thick rough, meaning most wayward balls can be found (although there a some notable exceptions!). Although not the longest course, it's exposed position can lead to high winds, which today made some of the 350 yard plus par 4s hard work to reach even with driver - long iron. The holes vary from the straight and flat to a variety of dog-legs and gradients all over the place. Both par 5s are very reachable in two if you're not into wind, and in the drier months a couple of par 4s are driveable for the longer hitter. The only disappointment was the three par 3s - all straightforward (although the 18th has a difficult green, especially if the pin is on the front), and one of which is one of those pointless little 100-odd yard holes that courses seem to stick in when they've run out of space. My only other very slight criticism would be that the greens are pretty much flat in most cases.
Despite the very wet weather here over the last few weeks the course was in excellent condition, the ground still firm underfoot and greens still running well, although as to be expected at this time of year the odd bobble was starting to creep in. The fairways were a little long, although I suspect that was intentional on the part of the greenstaff given the recent weather. The bunkers, in contrast to a lot of local courses over the last few weeks, were in great nick with plenty of fluffy sand, a pleasure to play out of (and I did find a few!).
Green fees are fair for the standard of the course, as are the membership rates. Tee times are restricted for visitors, especially at weekends.
Overall, well worth a visit, and certainly a club to consider if you're looking for membership locally.
(Round played: Oct 2012 - Score: 93 Handicap: 17.4)
Despite being in the middle of a built-up area it feels like you're in the middle of nowhere for all but a couple of holes, with the only distraction being the occasional plane from Bournemouth airport overhead.
Tree-lined fairways favour straightness rather than length, although underneath pine straw is more common than thick rough, meaning most wayward balls can be found (although there a some notable exceptions!). Although not the longest course, it's exposed position can lead to high winds, which today made some of the 350 yard plus par 4s hard work to reach even with driver - long iron. The holes vary from the straight and flat to a variety of dog-legs and gradients all over the place. Both par 5s are very reachable in two if you're not into wind, and in the drier months a couple of par 4s are driveable for the longer hitter. The only disappointment was the three par 3s - all straightforward (although the 18th has a difficult green, especially if the pin is on the front), and one of which is one of those pointless little 100-odd yard holes that courses seem to stick in when they've run out of space. My only other very slight criticism would be that the greens are pretty much flat in most cases.
Despite the very wet weather here over the last few weeks the course was in excellent condition, the ground still firm underfoot and greens still running well, although as to be expected at this time of year the odd bobble was starting to creep in. The fairways were a little long, although I suspect that was intentional on the part of the greenstaff given the recent weather. The bunkers, in contrast to a lot of local courses over the last few weeks, were in great nick with plenty of fluffy sand, a pleasure to play out of (and I did find a few!).
Green fees are fair for the standard of the course, as are the membership rates. Tee times are restricted for visitors, especially at weekends.
Overall, well worth a visit, and certainly a club to consider if you're looking for membership locally.
(Round played: Oct 2012 - Score: 93 Handicap: 17.4)
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Scott Kinghorn rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 14 2012
Watch out for the heather if you do go off line, tight fairways with some interesting cambers on many, and fast greens. All in all a great game/day to be had.
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Bennett L rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 23 2010
challenging and quite narrow in places, hilly greens ake this a real test of distance perception.
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Jeff M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 9 2010
Good course - always enjoy playing here !
A test of golf for all levels of golfer.
Quite hilly in places.
Usually in excellent condition with super greens.
Very nice, warm and friendly clubhouse.
I would highly recommend a visit.
A test of golf for all levels of golfer.
Quite hilly in places.
Usually in excellent condition with super greens.
Very nice, warm and friendly clubhouse.
I would highly recommend a visit.
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Trevor T rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 4 2008
Challenging Heathland course in very good condition. Not very long but watch out if you are not straight - you are very likely to be punished. You need to think your way round here, making sure you go for position rather than distance. The greens are good and reasonably fast for this time of year. Small friendly clubhouse, with good food. Greenfees as reasonable, especially if playing with a member.
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Sandy W rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 7 2007
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