Royston Golf Club
Course Information
Royston Golf Club, Hertfordshire is an 18 hole, par 70 (6042 yard) private, heathland golf course established in 1892.
18 holes | Par 70 | 6042 yards | Private | Heathland
Royston Golf Club Information
Golf Club Overview
Address: Baldock Road, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5BG United Kingdom
Tel: 01763 242696
Golf Pro: Ryan Wingate | Tel: 01763 243476
Website: https://www.roystongolfclub.co.uk
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Royston Reviews
Discover what golfers are saying about the course, facilities, and overall experience at Royston 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 Royston Golf Club.
GOLFSHAKE RATING
3.89
AVERAGE RATING 4
(based on 119 reviews)
5 star
26
4 star
69
3 star
23
2 star
2
1 star
0
HIGHLY RATED
96%
would play again or recommend
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What the club says: Established in 1892 the course is an 18 hole parkland which is in fantastic conditionand, maintained all year round.
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The golf courses reviews are the personal opinions of members of Golfshake who completed a review after playing the course. These opinions do not necessarily represent the views of Golfshake.com
Brendon B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 3 2025
sunny golf
Challenging climbs , great views, a mix of link type holes, greens in good shape but small. Bunkers with gravel in them! but not many. Club house 300 yards from 1st tee.!! Rough gets impossible second half of the year !Reviewer Rating
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Pete H rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 19 2025
Rolling Hills & Great Views
I’ve never seen the course so cut back. Gorse & long grass are all set to return so play it now before those searches for balls begin. 2 temp tees. Greens slow but fair. Signs of mud in areas but not near the greens or fairways. Enjoy!Reviewer Rating
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Show moreMark P rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 3 2024
Hilly, punitive rough, fast greens
Hilly course with punitive wispy rough that you think it would be easy to find balls in but isn't. Played after days of rain, however course dry due to hills and chalk base. Greens very fast. Busy so relatively slow. Friendly staff and members.Reviewer Rating
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Kevin B rated 2.5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 5 2024
Very windy conditions on an exposed course as it hilly you need a cart or buggy unless your under 30
Very nice course to play and tests your golf in the summer it plays like a links course.
Very nice course to play and tests your golf in the summer it plays like a links course.
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Show morePete H rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 30 2024
Due to the course being around a SSSI the long grass rough won't be cut until the Autumn I believe. So don't expect to not lose balls. Otherwise it's a quality course & the winds that are often evident will help or hinder. I love the views & the challenge.
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Show moreKevin B rated 2.5 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 17 2023
Great course to play anytime, drains really well so good all year. very hilly though so you need an electric trollie minimum to enjoy your golf !
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Show moreChris C rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 15 2023
hilly with fantastic views
Windy, clear day with bright sunshine. Every hole has a different challenge. Good greens, quite fast. Wicked, grabby, long rough. Enjoyable roundReviewer Rating
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Show morePete H rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 9 2023
Perfect conditions
For October. Best time to play such an exposed course is when the sun is out & no wind. However due to the course being in an environmentally protected area the rough was ruthless & whispy grass from a distance was anything but when the ball went off line. Greens fast enough & played very well but hard to hold it. Will keep on trying because it’s a brilliant challenge.Reviewer Rating
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Corin S rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 24 2023
Fun course
We played on a perfect golf day. Greens very good. Rough highly punishing.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreWilliam H rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 23 2023
Novel course design
Not played here before. Very hilly course built across public land over and across the local hills. No hole is flat. Tee offs are either uphill to the green or down to the green. Some deep valleys cut across fairways. The rough is awful. Not on the fairway, play a provisional. Walking from green to tee on the 16th(?) is an uphill climb of some 70 ft and 200 yds. Not for the unfit. I would never have finished the course without a buggy. Local rule is that you have to have a medical condition to hire one. You will have one when you finish.Reviewer Rating
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Show morePaul J rated 2.5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 15 2023
Challenging course - very long rough
We found the course in good condition but there was very long rough which meant we were looking for balls and losing balls - unfair challenge - not rushing back to play here!Reviewer Rating
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Show morePete H rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 13 2023
Dare to stray away from the fairway.Some vey tjick rouigh never to far astray. Greens & fairways excellent. Hard work in 30 degs with the climbing. Take plenty of water. No post match food on Mondays was a shame but great beers
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Show moreJordan T rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 22 2023
A fun challenge
Played April 2023. Royston golf course is a heathland-based course and is one of the hillier courses that I've played. Weather conditions on the day were poor, with rain/drizzle for the front 9 and strong winds for the back 9. Despite this, it was a truly enjoyable experience. The course provided a fun challenge that kept me on my toes throughout the entire round.Each hole presents a unique set of challenges. The fairways were well maintained and the greens were really well cared for. The course demands a broad range of skills, making it an excellent challenge for golfers of all levels. Despite the poor weather, the course is situated at
a higher altitude than much of the surrounding area, thereby offering some stunning views of Hertfordshire and Cambridgeshire. My understanding is that the rough can become particularly challenging through the summer months.
The practice facilities near the clubhouse are reasonable and include a pair of nets, a well-maintained putting green, and short game practice area comprising three holes
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Show moreMarek L rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 28 2022
Back again and this time with wind
Very dry linksy type course. Plenty of hills and mostly playing into the breeze for front 9. Tess good condition, Greens good. Aveerage to faster pace and middle section of holes had more undulating greens. Spectacular views to the West.Reviewer Rating
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Show morePete H rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 30 2022
Uplifting & great views
Great to be back & if I lived closer I?d join. It's a great course with proper challenges & views to lift your spirits & you certainly feel you've earned that drink at the 19th. Can't wait to get back. Only minor drawback is that the kitchen was closedReviewer Rating
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Show moreJoshua G rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 18 2022
Brilliant links style inland course full of quirk
Very hilly, very tough without prior knowledge of how to play holes, but regardless super fun. Was firm and fast and about as enjoyable a round as you can get for £35.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreBarry O rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 22 2022
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Show moreGary P rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 15 2022
Tough Course
In yardage terms you would be forgiven for thinking it should be relatively easy. However, throw in some wind and rain this course is a test for anyone.(Round played: Feb 2022 - Score: 104 Handicap: 20.4)
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Show morePete H rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 18 2021
See for miles?.
What views. You really had to earn them too. We had a clear sunny day with no wind. Can't imagine adverse conditions. Can imagine going back v soonReviewer Rating
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Show moreSteve /London rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 10 2021
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A scenic heathland links golf course with panoramic views over three counties - this course is both a test of your golf & your fitness.The sloping fairways make good ball-striking essential to post a decent score.Most of the Par 4's are not overlong but the well-kept greens are smallish targets & have subtle breaks to navigate.
Overall a thoroughly enjoyable course which will play well all year round.
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Show moreTim B rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 19 2021
A bit of a trek
A rather strange course which has the clubhouse nearly ten minutes walk from the first tee. It is also VERY hilly, with quite harsh rough. We played it in 20mph winds and it was a real struggle. Greens were good, a few mats being used and disappointing to have no flag system, especially when some greens were difficult to gauge from a distance. Pro was very friendly and course was in good condition, but a bit too 'mountain goat' for me!(Round played: Oct 2021 - Score: 97 Handicap: 19.1)
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Show morePaul Stansted rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 5 2021
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Majestic course with wonderful views. The greens were in immaculate condition, fast and true. Unfortunately I played it in very strong winds. The course was the winner. Very friendly staff.Reviewer Rating
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Show moreGary P rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 4 2021
Tough Course
Not a long course, but in windy conditions a very tough one.Rough is long and difficult to get out of.
(Round played: Oct 2021 - Score: 101 Handicap: 22.3)
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Show moreSimon M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 11 2021
Great course and I found it to be a great test. Will look to play it again in the near future
(Round played: Sep 2021 - Score: 87 Handicap: 15.3)
(Round played: Sep 2021 - Score: 87 Handicap: 15.3)
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Kevin B rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 30 2021
First time to play and its a gem of a golf course so if you get the opportunity to play on a sunny windless day go for it, you wont be disappointed. Good value for money!
(Round played: Aug 2021 - Score: 83 Handicap: 8.9)
(Round played: Aug 2021 - Score: 83 Handicap: 8.9)
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Show moreCraig S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 18 2021
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Show moreCraig S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 17 2021
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Show moreAlan C rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 23 2021
Great challenge
Was a wet and windy day for my first return to my home town club for over 40 years.Warm friendly greeting at the club house where service was very good.
The course with its heathland grass, where the rough is tall but wispy, allows you to at least find your ball if offline. Hope to play there again.
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Show moreMark D rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 15 2021
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Reviewed Jun 9 2021
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Royston Golf Club Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Royston Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of a driving range at this venue.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Royston Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Royston Golf Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Royston 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 Royston Golf Club?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Royston Golf Club.
Can you hire buggies at Royston 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 Royston Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of being able to hire golf clubs here.
Is there a bar at Royston Golf Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Royston Golf Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Royston Golf Club
Is there accommodation at Royston Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Royston Golf Club?
Yes there is the option to hire out function or conference rooms. Contact Royston Golf Club for further details.
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