Royal Porthcawl Golf Club
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Course Information
Royal Porthcawl Golf Club, Mid Glamorgan is an 18 hole, par 72 (7065 yard), private, links golf course.
18 holes | Par 72 | 7065 yards | Private | Links
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Royal Porthcawl Golf Club Information & Reviews for 2025
Address: Rest Bay, Porthcawl, Bridgend, Mid Glamorgan, CF36 3UW United Kingdom
Tel: 01656 782251
Golf Pro: Peter Evans | Tel: 01656 773702
Website: https://www.royalporthcawl.com
Golf Club Facilities
Click the following link to find out what facilities are available at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club and read frequently asked questions.
There is a Dormy house capable of sleeping up to 12 people per night.
2014 rates - All Weekday & Friday rates include a complimentary full cooked breakfast or 2 course lunch, which must be taken between 8am and 3pm. Weekend rates are for golf only.
Midweek Guide: £120.00 per round Mon - Thurs; £130.00 per round Friday *
Weekend Guide: £135.00 per round *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
Restrictions: Maximum Handicap 20
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Tee Time Information
Midweek Guide: £120.00 per round Mon - Thurs; £130.00 per round Friday *
Weekend Guide: £135.00 per round *
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Reviews
GOLFSHAKE RATING
4.88
AVERAGE RATING 4.5
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What the club says: Royal Porthcawl was described as being one of the twelve finest courses in the world by the late Tom Scott, a leading writer on golf and former editor of Golf Illustrated. The status of the course is sustained by the many prestigious professional and amateur events held at the club over the years.
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Team Golfshake rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 19 2024
I have waxed lyrical about this experience as I want to be an evangelist for this venue. I will return and take some of my golfing buddies because I want them to experience the sheer joy that it offered me on this April day of days.
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CM South Wales rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 29 2024
Championship links course with challenging winds and a variety of holes. Great views.
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Monmouthshire rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 17 2024
Attempted to make an enquiry by visiting the club while in the area. A beautiful setting and clearly a fabulous links course. Sadly, not very welcoming. Cold conversation with the pro shop who didn’t really want to get involved in a conversation about the possibility of playing there in the future. I might have understood this if the shop had been busy.
Initial impressions are that this is a club firmly stuck in a time warp when golf was for the privileged few and not the inclusive game it should be today. Maybe this is how they like it and for now they might get away with that attitude. Disappointing in 2024.
Initial impressions are that this is a club firmly stuck in a time warp when golf was for the privileged few and not the inclusive game it should be today. Maybe this is how they like it and for now they might get away with that attitude. Disappointing in 2024.
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A Golfer rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 20 2024
Outstanding condition, amazing layout and just a fantastic course
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Gary S rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 3 2024
Unbelievable course
Definitely the best course I have ever played. Superb conditions, super fast and true greens, challenging design and truely an amazing experience. Not the cheapest but brilliantReviewer Rating
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Steven F rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 26 2023
amazing course
It has its reputation for a reason, the views, the setting and the quality of the fairways and immaculate greens ( which were a bit to quick for us !) although we had a bit of on and off rain the course was kind and the wind did not blow to bad.Reviewer Rating
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A Golfer rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 14 2023
The location and condition of this course are outstanding. The sea views are superb, the fairways and bunkers are awesome. It's a true links course and very welcoming.
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A Golfer rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 6 2023
Royal Porthcawl is a true links course and very welcoming.
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A Golfer rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 6 2023
Sea views superb, fairways and bunkers are awesome.
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Robert W rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 11 2022
Great course, shame about the weather
An amazing course no doubt but we had to endure persistent and heavy rain for last 12 holes which made for a very tough round. I'm sure the course would standout even more in clearer, brighter weather. Conditioning was very good, green complexes are tough but good fun. It has to be on any links golf fans bucket list...even if you dont get perfect conditions!Reviewer Rating
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Matt H rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 8 2022
Spectacular
Royal Porthcawl is the gem in the crown of South Wales golf for a reason. Challanging course that has some excellent variety and difficulty of holes. It's probably the best set of par 3's I have played anywhere in the UK.The conditions can make it more difficult, we had a really bad day for rain but the course held up so well. Excellent greens.
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A Golfer rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 6 2022
Top rated course
Top rated course I played and the first links I've played so many new challenges.Reviewer Rating
A Golfer rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 6 2022
Loved it
It helps that i prefer links golf although it was windy and raining i still loved it.Reviewer Rating
A Golfer rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 6 2022
Interesting but tricky
No 1 in Wales but also an interesting but tricky links to break my links virginity on.Reviewer Rating
Russell T rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 29 2021
Great golf course
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Royal Porthcawl Golf Club Facilities & Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club?
Yes there is a driving range at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club which will be accessible prior to visiting and open for use.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Royal Porthcawl 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 Royal Porthcawl Golf Club?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club.
No, we are unaware of being able to hire buggies here.
Can you hire golf clubs at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club?
Yes you can hire golf clubs but these will be subject to availability. Contact Royal Porthcawl Golf Club prior to your visit to confirm your requirements.
Is there a bar at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club
Is there accommodation at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club?
Yes there is accommodation at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club. Please visit their website for further details and plan a golf break there.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of any function rooms being available.
