Royal North Devon Golf Club
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Course Information
Royal North Devon Golf Club, Devon is an 18 hole, par 72 (6653 yard), private, links golf course designed orginally by Old Tom Morris and updated by Herbert Fowler in 1908
18 holes | Par 72 | 6653 yards | Private | Links
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Royal North Devon Golf Club Information & Reviews for 2025
Address: Westward Ho, Bideford, Devon, EX39 1HD United Kingdom
Tel: 01237 473817
Golf Pro: Iain Parker | Tel: 01237 477598
Golf Club Facilities
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COUNTY CARDS AND 2 FOR 1 VOUCHERS MAY BE USED ON SUNDAYS FROM 2 P.M. ANY TIME MONDAY, TUESDAY OR WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAYS FROM 2 P.M. PROVIDING THAT THE INTENTION TO USE THESE VOUCHERS IS STATED AT THE TIME OF BOOKING.
Midweek Guide: £55.00 per round Sun - Thurs *
Weekend Guide: £60.00 per round Fri - Sat *
- Voucher Deals Available
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Tee Time Information
Midweek Guide: £55.00 per round Sun - Thurs *
Weekend Guide: £60.00 per round Fri - Sat *
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
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Gul Abu Dhabi rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 27 2017
Baron landscape
Had heard many good things about the course siama was very excited at getting the opportunity to play there. The club house it's great and gives you a sense of the history of the course. The putting green is good and the chipping practice area is equally impressive. The driving range was a long distance away and of very poor condition. Finally, the course; apart from holes 4-8 I found the course baron and non-descript. There also needs to be more signage for visitors. As it's just a vast landscape, the holes aren't very well defined. The greens though were excellent and challenging. Overall, i was disappointed, but maybe my expectations were too high.Reviewer Rating
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Steve, Devon rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 18 2015
Was initially disappointed as the 2-4-1 voucher didn't get half price golf, just £10 off. Certainly didn't say this on their website.
The course is in good condition and the greens are quick and true. Not the most exciting course, no real risk/reward holes. Won't be in a rush to play again, and would be most annoyed if I had paid full whack for a round. Save your pennies up and have a jolly at Saunton instead.
The course is in good condition and the greens are quick and true. Not the most exciting course, no real risk/reward holes. Won't be in a rush to play again, and would be most annoyed if I had paid full whack for a round. Save your pennies up and have a jolly at Saunton instead.
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rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 28 2012
If the like playing golf in a field, this is for you. Historic place it is, but lots of ill defined, dull holes. No hole you will remember apart from the drive over the big bunker. Overrated
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William W rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 13 2008
Not one of my favourates. A links course and 'the oldest course in England' the facitilites are good but after the first nine holes the course looses interest. The last nine are all similar with blind hits over scrub on to fairways full of sheep. Greens were well kept. Worth playing once.
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Clive H rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 6 2016
Really challenging course although some more directions signs could be useful.
(Round played: Sep 2016 - Score: 108 Handicap: 23.1)
(Round played: Sep 2016 - Score: 108 Handicap: 23.1)
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Eddie/St A rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 1 2016
This is an amazing clubhouse which acts more as a museum. The course is on common ground, but in good condition, the greens were the best I played on during a weeks golf, they were true and fast. The problem for this course is the lack of definition on some holes and the marker posts because there is no obvious target. The clubhouse is more memorable than the course.
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Giless C rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed May 29 2016
Great historical links. Comfortable clubhouse if unattractive as you drive in. Putting green and warm up net close at hand. Easy walk. Extremely wide in places. Fairways respectable despite being common land. Good service by friendly staff.
However, very little definition. Possibly the flattest course I can think of. Too many forgettable holes. Greens 8.8 on my stimp but a little patchy. Stuck in a 100 year old time warp. Range is tatty and a little far away.
Don't want to be too harsh as its not without charm. If they could get permission to build up some of the tees on the flattest holes, even a couple of feet, first time visitors might well enjoy the layout a little more. Rating is about right here.
However, very little definition. Possibly the flattest course I can think of. Too many forgettable holes. Greens 8.8 on my stimp but a little patchy. Stuck in a 100 year old time warp. Range is tatty and a little far away.
Don't want to be too harsh as its not without charm. If they could get permission to build up some of the tees on the flattest holes, even a couple of feet, first time visitors might well enjoy the layout a little more. Rating is about right here.
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Kevin/Reading rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 23 2013
Just recently returned to play a second time and nice to see improvement to shower facilities and terrace. Course remains the same enjoyable front 9 with the formidable 4th sleeper wall. Back 9! Worth visiting to savour the history of England's oldest links course.
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Kelvin L rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed May 28 2009
A good course with the biggest bunker I have seen, Some holes are very punishing needing long straight drives. The down side is the cost, at £60 for 2 day tickets I felt it was a little pricey.
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Sean O rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 21 2022
Oldest links in england
We drove down to the beach at westward ho! To looks at the 2 nd and 3rd holes and we weren’t very impressed looked very ordinary and quite bland. But when you actually get out there what a fantastic course. After 3 it turns into proper links golf . Can be very windy and quite long you need all your links skills to get around this beautyReviewer Rating
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A Golfer rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 11 2022
Ever changing challenge
Always kept in good condition. This links course is an ever changing challenge depending on wind speed and direction.Reviewer Rating
A Golfer rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 6 2022
Unique and challenging holes
A couple of unique and challenging holes including the tallest bunker face I've ever seen.Reviewer Rating
Warren B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 21 2021
A great course and an unusual experience playing amongst wild horses and sheep, on a beach
(Round played: Jun 2021 - Score: 106 Handicap: 16.3)
(Round played: Jun 2021 - Score: 106 Handicap: 16.3)
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Graeme S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 9 2019
The oldest course in England was fantastic to play. Avoided hitting any sheep so that was good! A true links course which got much harder as the wind picked up.
(Round played: Aug 2019 - Score: 98 Handicap: 0)
(Round played: Aug 2019 - Score: 98 Handicap: 0)
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Rod R rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 26 2019
Glorious weather, if a little hot, with the wind helping on the 1st.
The greens were true with a nice roll, some with tricky undulations. The light rough was playable but the deep stuff, take your punishment, play a provisional.
There are some nice holes but many look the same. The last three hole are very difficult against the wind.
The club is very welcoming with friendly and helpful staff. The food is extremely good both in choice, taste and value.
The greens were true with a nice roll, some with tricky undulations. The light rough was playable but the deep stuff, take your punishment, play a provisional.
There are some nice holes but many look the same. The last three hole are very difficult against the wind.
The club is very welcoming with friendly and helpful staff. The food is extremely good both in choice, taste and value.
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Royal North Devon Golf Club Facilities & Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a golf clubhouse at Royal North Devon Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Royal North Devon Golf Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Royal North Devon 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.
Is there a bar at Royal North Devon Golf Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Royal North Devon Golf Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Royal North Devon Golf Club
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Royal North Devon Golf Club?
Yes there is the option to hire out function or conference rooms. Contact Royal North Devon Golf Club for further details.
