Saunton Golf Club
Course Information
Saunton Golf Club, Devon is a 36 hole club with the 18 hole, par 71 (6779 yard) East Course & 18 hole, par 71 (6403 yard) West Course. A private, links golf course designed by W. Herbert Fowler.
36 holes | Par 71 | East Course 6779; West Course 6403 yards | Private | Links
About Saunton Golf Club
Golf Club Overview
Address: Saunton, Braunton, Devon, EX33 1LG United Kingdom
Tel: 01271 812436
Golf Pro: Albert MacKenzie | Tel: 01271 812013
Website: https://www.sauntongolf.co.uk
Golf Club Facilities
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Visitor Information & Green Fees
Price Guide: £££££
Midweek Guide: £79.00 per round *
Weekend Guide: £79.00 per round *
- 7 Day Membership Available
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Courses & Scorecards
| Course | Tee | Par | SSS | Yards | ||
| East Course | Blue | 71 | 72 | 6781 | ||
| East Course | White | 71 | 73 [122] | 6444 | ||
| East Course | Yellow | 70 | 69 [116] | 6008 | ||
| East Course | Red | 74 | 76 | 5934 | ||
| East Course | Yellow | 70 | 69 [116] | 5708 | ||
| West Course | White | 71 | 70 [132] | 6200 | ||
| West Course | White | 71 | 71 [139] | 6200 | ||
| West Course | Yellow | 71 | 71 [139] | 5801 | ||
| West Course | Red | 71 | 72 | 5342 | ||
| East Course (Old) | Yellow | 69 | 69 [116] | 5702 | ||
Saunton Golf Club Reviews
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4.92
AVERAGE RATING 4.6
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What the club says: The quality of the Courses has long been recognised and they both regularly appear in the Top 100 surveys of the Best Course in UK. The East Course was redesigned in 1919 by the famous course architect W. Herbert Fowler and although slight modifications have been made since the war the course is essentially unchanged. They are true links courses with the holes settling in between the dunes with little or no assistance from man. 2 superb courses and a must play links for any serious golfer.
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Nigel J rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 23 2025
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Scott MacRae/Maidenhead rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 19 2025
East and West
I had the pleasure of playing both courses last week in the sunshine with hardly any wind. What a glorious experience, the East is probably the tougher but the greens were a bit slow and patchy. The West was a bit easier but the greens were better. Both are a true test of golf and worth the trip.Reviewer Rating
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Team Golfshake rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 19 2024
Saunton reflects golf as it was played 100 years ago with no evidence of today’s heavy machinery. It was built by men with shovels, horses, and wagons and I understand the club today is restricted in the way it manages its maintenance programmes to protect the unique environment.
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BS/London rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 29 2024
Fantastic condition, varied holes, stiff challenge.
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Nigel J rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 22 2024
Fantastic course and club, course in great condition for this time of year
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Toph P rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 29 2024
Best Course In Bournemouth and Devon Area
I've played all the courses in both Devon and Bournemouth Region and the East course is head and shoulders above the rest. It has a real mixture of lengths, angles to come in to pins and also considering the rain we have had this past week, the drainage means there wasn't 1 boggy area. Beautiful landscape, stunning holes, just a gem of a courseReviewer Rating
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Bruce G rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 24 2023
A gem of a golf club with 2 great courses
Lucky to be invited to play 3 rounds on consecutive days in gorgeous weather with minimal wind. Both courses are full of challenges and were in perfect condition.Reviewer Rating
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Ashley S rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 3 2023
Fantastic course worth visiting
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A Golfer rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 14 2023
This links course is gorgeous. The greens are amazing, and it's such a quality venue. It's in fabulous condition-- there are very few blind shots.
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Ian P rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 11 2023
Best in the west
Both East and West courses superb, and it's February, in great condition even if a bit of work going on with drainage and some returfing on some bunkersReviewer Rating
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A Golfer rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 6 2023
Fabulous course condition, very few blind shots.
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Mark L rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 15 2022
Saunton East
Great challenging course, you would need to play it a couple of times to get used to it to be able to hit a good score. Very difficult greens to put on if they were fast they would be a nightmare. I do think the green fees are a bit expensive though.Reviewer Rating
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Chris R rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 5 2022
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Nigel J rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 5 2022
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A Golfer rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 11 2022
Immaculate condition
Immaculate condition. Brutal off the whites but friendly off the yellows. Very welcoming, just a shame about the big price increases post-covid.Reviewer Rating
A Golfer rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 7 2022
Enjoy seaside golf
The course is consistently in the top 100 courses and I enjoy seaside golfReviewer Rating
Alistair H rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 1 2021
Wow, awesome golf venue
Two spectacular courses and just a great set up. Everything was class there and although the course probably didn't suit my driving game (especially the East) the challenge was brilliant. The east punished anything offline severely and the greens were challenging, but beautiful. The west was a very different proposition, with a few more holes to get the driver out, but lots of thought needed.I would say this was possibly the best golf club I've been to, however it was reflected in the price, it was pricey!
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Warren B rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 21 2021
It really is as good as everyone tells you, a must to play and in perfect condition
(Round played: Jun 2021 - Score: 103 Handicap: 16.2)
(Round played: Jun 2021 - Score: 103 Handicap: 16.2)
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Richard M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 21 2020
East is best
4th time in 4 years for summer golf. I adore this course. The practice facilities are incredible..... with 2 practice putting greens, a 10 bay range range, a chipping and short game area and 2 lots of nets. I could spend hours just in these. The club house is fabulous, the views across the course are amazing and the fod is goodand not over priced. 75p for a mug of coffee. £7.50 for the most expensive enormous club sandwich. Brilliant value.The course is just class! The wind was blowing 3 clubs on front nine which made it interesting and we all suffered in it, but it did not detract, but sadly it afected our tee shots alot so spentmost of the first 6 holes ball hunting and waving grous through. We did the twilight after 2.30pm (yes 2.30! which is amazing value at £45 for this quality of course.) There is a top review of this course so go read it. In fact forget that..... just book and go. I'd do a day round trip as it is 2 hour 45 from the Midlands each way.
Even bumped into some elderly fellas from Burnham and Berrow who make the 90 minute trip to play, which speaks volumes.
Email annie2@sauntongolf.co.uk she is great at sorting it all out for you!
We then played the West course the day after. We all agreed East is best by quite a long way!
(Round played: Aug 2020 - Score: 94 Handicap: 12.4)
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Baby T rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 18 2020
Fantastic value for money. Payed less than £50 for a late tee off on Top 100 UK & ROI course in summer. Course immaculate. Great links test with some really interesting hole in the middle section. Local area is v.nice too if coming for more than the golf. Highly recommend
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Paul T rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 30 2019
boy does the wind blow
Played both east and west courses and in very good condition. Greens very fast and a very very strong easterly wind made scoring difficult. At £100 per round for visitors its expensive ( £50 for members guest ) Great Pro shop and good bar facilities.(Round played: Oct 2019 - Score: 95 Handicap: 20.9)
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Graeme S rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 9 2019
What a course
The East course is fantastic & very challenging especially with any wind. The greens were in excellent condition. I will certainly be playing here on my next visit to Devon.(Round played: Aug 2019 - Score: 98 Handicap: )
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James B rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 9 2019
20yrs waiting to play this course!!!
Amazing links course in natural dune landscapes.Reviewer Rating
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Richard M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 28 2019
Love this course!!
Favourite course in UK.Third time here in three years. Love every hole.
Love holes like 1, 6, 15, 16, 18 where the fairways runs off at an angle to your tee shot position so you need to decide how much to chop off/how much to carry/how much dare you run off..... A real test!
So many memorable holes. It has to be played if you are a serious golfer. Amazing prices in August £50. We played £50 for twilight (after 2.30 in July) so you don't need to pay full price for really exceptional golf!
They even do a 'country rate' membership (correct spelling).....as do Burnham & Berrow ...... for people +100 mile away knowing you can't get there that often............so for the discerning golfer who doesn't mind a few hours in the car for quality golf .......!
(Round played: Jul 2019 - Score: 93 Handicap: 12.8)
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Chris R rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 2 2019
simply Stuning
Last year the dry spell had some of the fairways turning to dust, some recent rain ha helped(Round played: Jun 2019 - Score: 83 Handicap: 11.2)
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Richard M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 1 2018
East! Wow! Best course I have played
Played last August and couldn't wait to return. Finally managed it today to celebrate a big birthday coming up. The course is just majestic. Set in a cauldron of dunes. Today the colours were amazing set amingst the dunes and the green rolling countryside. Made all the better by the blue skies!Start with the magnificent club house. How reasonable. Asked for a coffee 'would that be a cup or a mug sir!?' £1. Bargain!
Also August green fees of £50 is well worth it
Really recommmend the course planner which gives full detail and photos from first tee. I studied it well before and during play and it is a shot saver for sure as you can't tell how much the rushes/rough dig into your tee shots!
I can't wait to play again. Even though 6444 yards off the whites it didn't feel too long
A really classy detail is the paths that guide you around. No concrete. Just crushed sea. Shells to remind you where you are,!
I didn't use the practice facilities but seemed pretty good esp for short game practice
(Round played: Aug 2018 - Score: 86 Handicap: 13.7)
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Ian B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 10 2018
Nice course
Played west course but told east was best one, still really challenging course(Round played: Aug 2018
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Chris R rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 5 2018
A true links in true links condition
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David G rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 8 2018
A great course, I played off the whites which was probably a mistake as I played poorly. Nothing to do with the course which was fair. My one tip would be don’t go in the rough!
(Round played: Jun 2018 - Score: 96 Handicap: 16.9)
(Round played: Jun 2018 - Score: 96 Handicap: 16.9)
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Mark C rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 10 2018
Golfing heaven
Stunning just stunning.pure gem of a course.we played the east course in very kind conditions.everything was top class.had one temp in play but that was due to groundstaff doing work on greenside bunkers.cant wait to return and play the wedt course.(Round played: Jan 2018 - Score: 96 Handicap: 19.8)
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Saunton Golf Club Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Saunton Golf Club?
Yes there is a driving range at Saunton Golf Club which will be accessible prior to visiting and open for use.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Saunton Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Saunton Golf Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Saunton 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 Saunton Golf Club?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Saunton Golf Club.
Can you hire buggies at Saunton 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 Saunton Golf Club?
Yes you can hire golf clubs but these will be subject to availability. Contact Saunton Golf Club prior to your visit to confirm your requirements.
Is there a bar at Saunton Golf Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Saunton Golf Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Saunton Golf Club
Is there accommodation at Saunton Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Saunton Golf Club?
Yes there is the option to hire out function or conference rooms. Contact Saunton Golf Club for further details.
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