Sandiway Golf Club
Course Information
Sandiway Golf Club, Cheshire is an 18 hole, par 70 (6404 yard), private, woodland / heathland golf course, and is widely regarded as one of the finest golf clubs in the north west of England
18 holes | Par 70 | 6404 yards | Heathland
About Sandiway Golf Club
Golf Club Overview
Address: Chester Road, Sandiway, Cheshire, CW8 2DJ United Kingdom
Tel: 01606 883247
Golf Pro: Gareth Jones
Website: https://www.sandiwaygolf.co.uk
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Visitor Information & Green Fees
Price Guide: £££££
Midweek Guide: £80.00 per round *
Weekend Guide: NA *
- Societies Accepted to Play
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Courses & Scorecards
| Course | Tee | Par | SSS | Yards | ||
| Sandiway Golf Club | White | 70 | 72.3 [138] | 6437 | ||
| Sandiway Golf Club | Yellow | 70 | 70.3 [132] | 6052 | ||
| Sandiway Golf Club | Red | 72 | 73.9 [139] | 5671 | ||
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What the club says: Sandiway is frequently describe as the Wentworth of the north, and would not look out of place in the commuter belt of a leafy Surrey suburb.
Sandiway is widely regarded as one of the finest golf clubs and one of the highest quality inland golf courses in the north-west, with ambitions of increasing its status within the golfing world. Over the years Sandiway has been singled out to host International, National, Regional and Local Championships including qualifying events for the Open Championship, the Girls' British Open Championship, the PGA Club Professionals' Championship and a number of Cheshire and Northern County Championships. More recently in 2017 it hosted the qualifiers for the England Golf North section, Brabazon Trophy and PGA Lombard Trophy, confirming its standing and reputation within the top 100 courses in England.
Its fairways are generous, but tree-lined with mature oak, beech and birch; the classic inland course trees predominate, and the picturesque back nine offers unrivaled views of Petty Pool, an old Cheshire mere, which forms a stunning backcloth, particularly on the eleventh and twelfth holes, and a varied mixture of holes with no two holes the same! The greens, although small by modern standards, are of the quality expected on a championship course. Visitors, as a fourball, or indeed as a party in the form of a golf society or a corporate business group are always welcome. The course is complemented by a comfortable traditional clubhouse with modern facilities and a wide range of catering options prepared by our two outstanding chefs, including dining for up to 80. The club has a covered driving range with pitching and chipping greens, large putting green and a fully stocked professional shop boasting two award winning PGA Professionals.
The Sandiway experience offers you a unique opportunity to enjoy a rural slice (no pun intended) of Cheshire and a memory that will have you returning time after time.
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Bryan Baldwin Wirral rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 5 2024
Sandiway Heswall Exchange
Our club , Heswall , on The Wirral had the pleasure to play Sandiway last Saturday as part of an inter club exchange. On arrival the clubhouse staff and pro in the pro shop were welcoming , chatty and really helpful. Onto the course, in a word "brilliant" a fantast mix of parkland holes, with undulating fairways and greens that would challenge anyone, fair but also tricky with a great variety of contours breaks and borrows. When you stood back and took time to look around you realised the backdrop for the whole course was beautiful , trees and lakes surrounded by fields. I felt the course was totally fair , every hole gave you a chance , but also was quick to punish if you played a wayward shot.Back to the clubhouse to eat and the food was wonderful , again the staff were friendly and extremely helpful. I hope that the Sandiway players had half as good a time as we had at their course, it was a pleasure to play there and I'd go back in a flash.
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James Collis rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 23 2024
Fantastic course
First time playing Sandiway, lovely warm and friendly welcome from all staff we came across. Course setup look superb, cracking practice facilities for putting, chipping, driving and iron play.We have some breakfast with the Pro (Matt Nixon) before warming up and then used the practice area's to warm up before teeing off with the Matt.
Tees boxes are wide and flat, Fairways are nicely defined and some lush grass on them (maybe a touch long in places), Rough is as expected, but playable with care, Long Rough is hard, but its not 'ball lost' long rough (you have chance of finding it), Bunker definition is superb (touch more sand needed in some of them though) and Greens are lovely and firm, with superb roll out and fantastic hidden undulations too; and the golf with Matt was a great experience and insight too.
Only downside, was the pace of play due to slow society out an hour before us and by the 5th hole we had caught them up and remaining holes were slow.
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Kevin rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 8 2022
Played the course yesterday and was thoroughly impressed. The fairways were beautifully presented and the greens excellent. The team have done a lot of work on the surrounding trees and improved on what was already a great course.
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Tim H rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 19 2022
Class. Best Parkland Course In NW
Bit of rain at home so took my soft spikes rather than summer shoes. Needn't have bothered. Course was dry and playing really well. Greens were exceptional but my putting was shocking, I think I was scared of the pace this early in the year. Had to take my medicine a few times following an errant tee shot or two but that is the mark of a good course. No mistakes go unpunished but not unfairly it should be said. Great course and for me best parkland course in the North West. Great mix of par 3's, and 4's and the shorter par 5 looks gettable in two on paper but it is uphill and tight so it plays above it's yardage. Challenging but fair with good shots rewarded and bad shots penalised. £25 as a members guest also represents great value. Food was really nice too.Reviewer Rating
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Kevin--Northwich rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 15 2022
Played Sandiway and can confirm that what was always good is now magnificent.
The changes to the course have enhanced the heathland experience and provide a splendid test of golf in the most picturesque of settings.
To be there in spring with the (thousands of) daffodils in full bloom is a lifetime experience.
The changes to the course have enhanced the heathland experience and provide a splendid test of golf in the most picturesque of settings.
To be there in spring with the (thousands of) daffodils in full bloom is a lifetime experience.
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Jonathan D rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 30 2020
Quality, even in autumnal conditions
Played on a Tuesday morning with a member, due to wet weather we were able to get out early 8:45-ish and were round as a three ball in under 3 and a half hours fairways were amazingly dry for the recent weather and greens were receptive though still quick and very true. Had looked forward to playing Sandiway for many years and was pleased that it met my expectations, now looking forward to a summer round.Reviewer Rating
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Tim H rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 29 2020
Lovely Course
Never disappoints. Lovely fairways and a real challenge. Couple of boring par 3s that I ironically struggle the most on as they are between Gap / PW but otherwise excellent.(Round played: Jun 2020 - Score: 85 Handicap: 10.6)
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Steven K rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 31 2020
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David L rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 22 2020
Top 5 courses in uk
Superb course was very tough conditions on the day but bare in mind the course was closed the day before due to flooding!!!Not a puddle in sight yesterday absolutely dry as a bone greens superb well worth the green fee
Up there with the best I've played
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Wayne H rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 30 2020
Great course condition for this time of year ????
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Steve / Manchester rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 5 2019
Best inland course of North West?
Sandiway is an outstanding course. Every hole is different and very memorable. When you play for the first time, its the sort of place you’ll be able to recall every hole afterwards. It is a massive property - seems to meander through dense woodland for miles. By the time you are at the 14th Tee, you’re a long way from civilisation! The contour, shaping and elevation changes are stunning. Course is always immaculately presented. It drains like a links course and is hardly ever shut. In my opinion, this is the pick of the lot for inland North West courses.Reviewer Rating
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Frank D rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 9 2019
Excellent course
Played Sandiway with my son as a surprise birthday present . Best course we have played this year . Unable to comment on practice area or food as we didn't try them . Drinks good though.Hope to play again soon ????????
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Terry W rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 6 2019
Quality Cheshire Woodland Course
Although it rained throughout our round, the course was in and stayed in excellent condition.Not a long course but really makes you think when playing numerous blind shots ....A must to play if your visiting the area.
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Kieron Gibbons Newton-le-Willows rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 30 2018
Play the open comps
Played today in a 4 man team competition. Great value for £40 a man as the course was in excellent condition. We had a bacon sandwich on arrival and an excellent 2 course meal afterwards, the service was Superb. I will definitely be returning and can highly recommend this as a must play course.Reviewer Rating
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Tim H rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 18 2018
ecovering From Hard Summer
A nice course but I am not sure it should be in the Top 100 (100th I think on Golf Monthly).Still recovering from summer so a lot of bare and uneven patches and unsure on some holes where the fairway started / finished. Hard to get a decent strike when the ball is sat on a sandy and damp bare patch. I have played here before and it has not been in such mediocre condition in parts. Greens were excellent though to be fair.
In terms of layout there are two holes that let the course down. The 6th and 13th that were playing 135 and 115 today and seem to be fillers. If they could improve these two holes I believe the course would be a lot better for it. Some really good holes though and the first is as good as an opening hole as you will find in the area. I will definitely be back though to see if some water over the autumn rejuvenates the fairways. Only other thing lacking was that we arrived at 9 for a 10 tee off and had to go to a local takeaway cafe for a sandwich and coffee as the clubhouse wasn't open.
(Round played: Sep 2018 - Score: 88 Handicap: 13.1)
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David C rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 17 2018
One of Cheshire’s finest. Every hole has a different character and all of them offer a challenge for all levels particularly for its undulating topography. Excellent Pro shop and clubhouse facilities.
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Keith Durham rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 27 2018
Ok
Played on my travels and didnt rate it as much as some on here - nothing that stands out really and bit of a boring trackReviewer Rating
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Weaverham rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 8 2018
Best in Cheshire
Played this last Monday and found it to be in wonderful condition. Fairways were immaculate despite the dry weather and the greens were quick,firm and a treat to putt on.A warm welcome from the pro.shop and bar staff added to a great visit.
Strongly recommend a visit either as a 4ball or as part of a society.
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A Gibbons/Cheshire rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 30 2018
Cheshire’s Finest
A stunning course with 18 individual holes. A must play for all golfers\( you will not be disappointed). A great course with fantastic facilities and staff second to none. Greens and fairways are a pleasure to play and present a challenge to all golfers. After your round retreat to the welcoming clubhouse and enjoy the excellent range of food and drinks. \Reviewer Rating
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Pedro rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 23 2018
Great track through forests and undulating Cheshire countryside . Play\'s well throughout the year on full well maintained ,well drained tees and greens. \A true test of golfing ability for all handicaps that will want you to return again and again
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Gavin John Snell rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 23 2018
Best course in Cheshire!
Year in, year out this is the best course in Cheshire - challenging, yet fair, always in great condition, fantastic pro and clubhouse!Reviewer Rating
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Chris B rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 21 2018
Top class course
My second time playing this friendly course on one of their open events. Always nice welcome in clubhouse and pro shop. Course in great nick despite recent wet weather, Greens good for time of year. Tough track with some testing holes, mixture of blind tee shots and dog legs keeps you on your toes. Nice finishing par 3 from elevated towards clubhouse, watch out for OOB on the right though. Great food to finish the day. Will play again for sure(Round played: Feb 2018 - Score: 76 Handicap: 6)
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Alex M Liverpool rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 8 2018
Absolute stunner
I have played Sandiway several times and always it is a complete joy to play. A course that has stood up well to the test of time and continues in my opinion to be one of the best in the North West. It is a gently hilly course with each hole being unique and with the longer holes having fairways that can give very undulating lies. Altogether a fantastic, challenging course to play. In the clubhouse afterwards the guest beer helped to wash down a very nice bacon and sausage bap.Reviewer Rating
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James H rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 7 2017
What a course......
What a great course. There are 18 very different holes, with some real gems - especially the back 9 with views over the Petty pool. Greens are excellent, all the par 3's are very strong, you can see why a par 70 has an SS of 72. We had a really nice welcoming clubhouse and serve excellent food. The welcome from the pro shop is second to none. Superb practice facilities, it's well worth a visit either a green fee with friends, or one of the clubs Opens or even with a society! It's the sort of course you'll never forget, it's that good and you'll return time after time.Reviewer Rating
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Melvyn D rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 7 2017
Great course, tough track, greens were perfect, Some long and tough par 4's. Def like to go back.
(Round played: May 2017 - Score: 88 Handicap: 11.6)
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Chris B rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 22 2017
Played this course for first time in an open team event. Friendly welcome to club by all staff. Course very nice to play, surprisingly dry considering bad weather recently. Greens good, not too quick, hard to read. Course layout good, some interesting holes, some long par 4s. Would like to play in summer when trees in full bloom, proper test of golf.
(Round played: Feb 2017 - Score: 76 Handicap: 5.1)
(Round played: Feb 2017 - Score: 76 Handicap: 5.1)
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Tim H rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 2 2017
So granted it was frosty but when I arrived with a member I was charged £20 for a round with 18 temps. Not even decent temps. Some of them are literally just a hole and flag plonked short of the actual green.
To my mind £25 is dear if you are being signed in. To only knock £5 off for 18 temps is shocking.
To top it off when we got to the 9th a 3 ball including a senior and junior and pair of ladies had hopped on ahead off us slowing us right down.
Nice brekky to be fair.
To my mind £25 is dear if you are being signed in. To only knock £5 off for 18 temps is shocking.
To top it off when we got to the 9th a 3 ball including a senior and junior and pair of ladies had hopped on ahead off us slowing us right down.
Nice brekky to be fair.
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Rob G rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 15 2016
Played as a guest with a group of 6 members who were extremely friendly, great company and made for a wonderful morning - thanks to doc and the gang.
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Derrick L rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 7 2016
First time playing the course, it was an Andrew Murray Golf Event and as always very well organised. the course was in great condition for the start of November and the greens were fantastic
(Round played: Nov 2016 - Score: 83 Handicap: 11.5)
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Clive M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 28 2016
This was an excellent course and well kept. Goods, true greens and good club facilities.
(Round played: Sep 2016 - Score: 96 Handicap: 24)
(Round played: Sep 2016 - Score: 96 Handicap: 24)
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Sandiway Golf Club Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Sandiway Golf Club?
Yes there is a driving range at Sandiway Golf Club which will be accessible prior to visiting and open for use.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Sandiway Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Sandiway Golf Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Sandiway 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 Sandiway Golf Club?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Sandiway Golf Club.
Can you hire buggies at Sandiway 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 Sandiway Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of being able to hire golf clubs here.
Is there a bar at Sandiway Golf Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Sandiway Golf Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Sandiway Golf Club
Is there accommodation at Sandiway Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Sandiway Golf Club?
Yes there is the option to hire out function or conference rooms. Contact Sandiway Golf Club for further details.
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