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
About Royston Golf Club
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
Golf Club Facilities
Click the following link to find out what facilities are available at Royston Golf Club and read frequently asked questions.
Visitor Information & Green Fees
Price Guide: £££
Midweek Guide: £30.00 per round *
Weekend Guide: £35.00 per round *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
- Voucher Deals Available
- 7 Day Membership Available
- 5 Day Membership Available
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Courses & Scorecards
| Course | Tee | Par | SSS | Yards | ||
| Royston | White | 70 | 70 [129] | 5971 | ||
| Royston | Yellow | 70 | 69 [125] | 5727 | ||
| Royston | Red | 71 | 72 [131] | 5362 | ||
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GOLFSHAKE RATING
3.95
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HIGHLY RATED
96%
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Robert M rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 20 2013
Quite enjoyed playing here, the greens are great and the course generally in good condition. The rough was stil dormant when we visited, but I would imagine this will become quite penal once it starts to grow again. The course is very hilly, but drains exceptionally well which makes the walk a tiny bit easier. The course appears to be on common land, so be prepared to share your day with ramblers & dog walkers. The clubhouse itself is a monster par 6 from the nearest point of the course, which slightly detracts from the atmosphere, but it is friendly. The pro shop is quite good and Sean and his staff are very welcoming and very helpful. Green fee was £30 per round at the time of our visit.
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Scott B rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 24 2011
Very hilly as others have mentioned wouldn't want to play on a windy day. Found course a little busy with dog walkers and horse riders. We were warned of this by the pro in shop before we started though. Very interesting course with some nice holes. Glad I played it but I'm sure there is better in the area!
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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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Kevin 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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Paul 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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Ian T rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 23 2026
Very nice course in Hertfordshire countryside with lovely views, it would play very differently in windy conditions
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Tim 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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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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Peter H rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed May 6 2021
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Shane D rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 14 2020
Surprising gem
This course surprised me in terms of the quality of the greens and the work out it provided walking up and down hill. The holes are enjoyable with great views, you catch yourself just gazing out rather than paying attention to where your shot landed.Avoid the rough at all costs! The par 3's are strong with 2 over 200 yards within 3 holes. There is also a pitch and putt course near the clubhouse, but be prepared for a 10-15 minute walk from the clubhouse to the first tee.Reviewer Rating
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Simon P rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 25 2020
Challenging
Work out your calves on this challenging course at the edge of the Chilterns. Lovely view towards cambridgeshire.Reviewer Rating
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Jim/London rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 29 2017
Enjoyable and challenging course with some hefty climbs
Course is laid out on the edge of a steep hill, holes go mainly back and forth across the edge, I would say 5-6 fall in into the "angina hill" category. So, overall a challenging hilly course with positioning the approach shot key to scoring well. It is not long but you need to read the fairways correctly to have your ball end the correct side to come in to each green, the course drains well and when it's dry it's hard to hold many of the greens, often you need to bounce in from the correct side, you can run off the edges of many sloping fringes if you place it wrong. Greens themselves are flat-ish overall, a little disease from the Spring left when I played and a couple of real downhill front to back slopes to be wary off. Helps to have played it before for sure, who knew I could hit the 230yds par 3 10th with a five iron....Great views all around the county on many holes and the real question is would I play it again? Yes. Top tip: once you have paid, drive your car to the rugby club car park and avoid the incredibly long walk from the clubhouse to the course and back.
Excellent bar and very friendly members!
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Mark T rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 7 2017
Up and down, up and down. A real challenge. Many hills and long rough. I like the challenge, but it is stiff one.
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Sam L rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 21 2016
An 'inland' links which is quite open and high up with views of 4 counties but not that difficult if you play it sensibly. I thought the course was in reasonable condition given the recent weather and the greens were true albeit quite slow.
(Round played: Oct 2016 - Score: 95 Handicap: 23.9)
(Round played: Oct 2016 - Score: 95 Handicap: 23.9)
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Tony B rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 22 2016
Course played very tough which was I enjoyed, the rough was really long grass so any wayward shots were punished
(Round played: Aug 2016 - Score: 90 Handicap: 15.1)
(Round played: Aug 2016 - Score: 90 Handicap: 15.1)
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Matt S rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed May 20 2016
Very hilly, VERY windy, green's a tad slow. However it's the hills and the wind that make this course interesting. I would advice hiring a buggy, it's hard going. Try to avoid the rough, it's tough rough.
(Round played: May 2016 - Score: 99 Handicap: 20.1)
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Matt S rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed May 20 2016
Very hilly, VERY windy, green's a tad slow. However it's the hills and the wind that make this course interesting. I would advice hiring a buggy, it's hard going. Try to avoid the rough, it's tough rough.
(Round played: May 2016 - Score: 99 Handicap: 20.1)
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David U rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 12 2015
(Round played: Mar 2015 - Score: 87 Handicap: 15.4)
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Mick M rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 16 2013
very hilly course, bunkers deep, the rough is very deep.
(Round played: Jul 2013 - Score: 92 Handicap: 17)
(Round played: Jul 2013 - Score: 92 Handicap: 17)
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Mick M rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 6 2012
very hilly,lots of big stones in bunkers,greens good,lots of walking between holes,1st tee must be half a mile from club house as is 18 green.
(Round played: Jul 2012 - Score: 90 Handicap: 20.4)
(Round played: Jul 2012 - Score: 90 Handicap: 20.4)
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imtigerwoods rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 18 2011
you will like this course - if you are a mountain goat!
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Darren J rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed May 11 2011
hilly? I think they are classed as mountains!
Played in a tornado but with the sun shining - Had a great day nonetheless but agree, quite a few members of the public walking about.
Dogs and walkers on the fairway not ideal, nor is a crowd of joe public watching you take a shot unless you're good (and i'm not!).
Played in a tornado but with the sun shining - Had a great day nonetheless but agree, quite a few members of the public walking about.
Dogs and walkers on the fairway not ideal, nor is a crowd of joe public watching you take a shot unless you're good (and i'm not!).
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Chris F rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 29 2009
Unusual course. Clubhouse on main road, a long way from the first tee ( at least half a mile ! ).
The course has a lot of hills & valleys, requiring accurate hitting, frequently blind towards distance marker poles or down hill towards tiny greens.
The course has a lot of hills & valleys, requiring accurate hitting, frequently blind towards distance marker poles or down hill towards tiny greens.
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Mark 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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Chris 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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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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Jay rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 19 2026
Crisp Winters day
Great course, well laid out and some really interesting holes. As most have said its very Hilly at points, the 13th is a beast to climb a well placed drive is needed to stop your ball rolling back down. We played in December and the course was in great condition, rough wasn't bad (but i could see how it could effect your card in the summer!) Only two Cons, was that some of the green placements in winter mean they are in permanent shade so on a cold day like we hard alot of hard frost. And also we had a very grumpy four ball behind us (moaning about speed of play when never really could keep up with us.) On whole loved the round and considering I'm an 18 hdcp i drove 2 greens...happy days. Watch out for the dogs one picked up my sons ball LOLReviewer Rating
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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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Pete 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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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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