Retford Golf Club
Course Information
Retford Golf Club, Nottinghamshire is an 18 hole, par 72, (6409 yard), private, parkland golf course designed by Tom Williamson in 1920.
18 holes | Par 72 | 6409 yards | Private | Parkland
Retford Golf Club Information
Golf Club Overview
Address: Brecks Road, Ordsall, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7UA United Kingdom
Tel: 01777 703733
Golf Pro: Craig Morris
Website: https://www.retfordgolfclub.org/
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Retford Reviews
Discover what golfers are saying about the course, facilities, and overall experience at Retford Golf Club. Explore detailed insights on the golf course, including course conditions, value for money, and pace of play from the latest reviews and feedback in 2025. 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 Retford Golf Club.
GOLFSHAKE RATING
4.38
AVERAGE RATING 4.3
(based on 70 reviews)
5 star
38
4 star
24
3 star
9
2 star
1
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0
HIGHLY RATED
100%
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What the club says: Retford Golf Club is situated to the south-west of the market town of East Retford. Road access is very good. Via the A1, from the south, we are 4 miles north from Markham Moor and from the north, 3 miles east from Ranby. There are good links to the M1, M18 and M180.
The Club was founded in 1920, originally six holes designed by Tom Williamson, and soon extended to nine holes. In 1990 a further nine holes were opened to give an 18 hole, 6409 yards, par 72 and SSS 72 course.
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Alan B rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 11 2024
Society Day
Excellent day. Friendly staff, good food and course in great condition for the time of year. Green especially good.Reviewer Rating
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Ian H rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 22 2024
Worth a visit
Nice course, excellent condition. Greens superbOnly criticism, which isn't much but the course doesn't flow great. Worth playing and you will see what I mean.
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Danny P rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 15 2024
Brilliant course. Every other course you are up to your knees in mud, Retford is like summer golf!
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Show morePoppy Worksop rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 7 2024
Miss
In this wet winter the course has drained so well and the course has been so regularly with 18 greensReviewer Rating
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Nic H rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 6 2023
Lovely condition greens and most fairways for early October.
Confusing layout in some places,no map on the scorecard. Best to take photo of course as you head to first tee.
Confusing layout in some places,no map on the scorecard. Best to take photo of course as you head to first tee.
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Show morePaul F rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 12 2023
Fantastic course worth visiting
Great course visually, friendly staff with freshly cooked food. Course interesting all the way round with some interesting and challenging holes. A thoughtful golf course to plot your way round. Greens in good condition.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreScott W rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 22 2023
Society day
The breakfast was very good the staff where very polite n nothing was to much trouble the course is a thinking course but the fairways need a cut n the first cut was to long but the greens were fantastic they where fast n true really goodReviewer Rating
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Show moreChris C rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 12 2023
Great layout. Quite hilly in parts. Quick greens. Lovely breakfast. Friendly members & staff. Our fiddle has decided we are joining this club.
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Show moreDave W rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 20 2022
Nice Course
Very nice woodland course. Greens were in fantastic condition and very fast. A few of the bunkers lacked good quality sand.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreSteve rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed May 31 2022
Played as a visitor - member at local club but had heard good things about Retford.
Fantastic reception - good discount on purchases and green fee and pro very welcoming.
Members very friendly - spoke to us during the round giving advice on some holes. Course was lovely - good condition and hole 7 a highlight. Lots of interesting doglegs/changes in elevation. Greens very fast and true.
Can highly recommend.
Only thing to improve might be the menu choices - had a toastie which was okay, service again very friendly.
Fantastic reception - good discount on purchases and green fee and pro very welcoming.
Members very friendly - spoke to us during the round giving advice on some holes. Course was lovely - good condition and hole 7 a highlight. Lots of interesting doglegs/changes in elevation. Greens very fast and true.
Can highly recommend.
Only thing to improve might be the menu choices - had a toastie which was okay, service again very friendly.
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Show moreAlex S rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 17 2021
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Show moreSteven A rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 20 2021
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Show moreSteven A rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 20 2021
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Show moreAlan B rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 5 2021
Excellent Club
Lovely well laid out course. Excellent condition all around. Friendly staff. Overall, excellent days golf.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreMitch D rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 19 2020
Under rated! Very enjoyable round.
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Show moreAndrew P rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 9 2020
Interesting layout
course in good condition. Very welcoming as pone pf the first societies after covid shut down. Excellent safety measures very reassuring. some good walks between the tee and green but very enjoyable round of golf at a good venue(Round played: Jul 2020 - Score: 92 Handicap: 18.3)
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Show moreMark W rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 26 2019
Excellent condition
Played our Society day here and had a fantastic day.One of the best and well maintained courses in the area.
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Show moreAndrew P rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 1 2019
interesting course
interesting parkland layout. Some long walks between tee and greens. Well maintained and conditioned. Greens in good nick, very true. many multi-layered.(Round played: Jun 2019 - Score: 96 Handicap: 18.6)
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Show moreGraham F rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 6 2019
brilliant, absolutely pristine condition, the greens ,arent easy but are in beautiful condition,lots of course management needed as the holes are as varied as they come , the staff are very friendly , and really helpful. I would highly recommend a visit.
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Show moreHaydn B rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 9 2018
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Show moreChris B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 20 2018
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Show moreMark M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 26 2018
Despite recent dry weather the course was in great shape and the greens fantastic
(Round played: Aug 2018 - Score: 86 Handicap: 15.8)
(Round played: Aug 2018 - Score: 86 Handicap: 15.8)
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Show moreCarl A rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 9 2018
Would definitely play this course again in the summer
(Round played: Apr 2018 - Score: 95 Handicap: 19.2)
(Round played: Apr 2018 - Score: 95 Handicap: 19.2)
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Show moreJohn L rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 7 2018
Really enjoyed our round, 11 th was on a temp due to flooding but that's nature?s Faust not the clubs. We finished at around 5 pm and there was still plenty of people out on the course but the bar was shut which was a shame
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Andrew P rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 13 2017
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Show moreIan A rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 18 2017
Mixture of wide open and demanding holes
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Show morePaul M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 12 2017
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Show moreScott W rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 23 2017
Breakfast great the course is very good some blind holes the greens had just been treated so not the best be give them a mouth n they will be in great condition if u want a tricky course give it a go u won't be disappointed
(Round played: Apr 2017 - Score: 88 Handicap: 9.1)
(Round played: Apr 2017 - Score: 88 Handicap: 9.1)
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Show moreMark S rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 31 2017
Nice course, but most of the greens in poor condition - fusarium...
(Round played: Mar 2017 - Score: 89 Handicap: 12.4)
(Round played: Mar 2017 - Score: 89 Handicap: 12.4)
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Show moreReg K rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 19 2017
We had to play off mats which is understandable at this time of year but in general the course was in good condition.We had booked a tee time just the day before but the golf pro in the shop slotted us in between to other big gangs which was much appreciated.
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Retford Golf Club Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Retford Golf Club?
Yes there is a driving range at Retford Golf Club which will be accessible prior to visiting and open for use.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Retford Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Retford Golf Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Retford 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 Retford Golf Club?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Retford Golf Club.
Can you hire buggies at Retford 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 Retford Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of being able to hire golf clubs here.
Is there a bar at Retford Golf Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Retford Golf Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Retford Golf Club
Is there accommodation at Retford Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Retford Golf Club?
Yes there is the option to hire out function or conference rooms. Contact Retford Golf Club for further details.
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