Sonning Golf Club
Course Information
Sonning Golf Club, Berkshire is an 18 hole, par 70 (6329 yard), private, heathland golf course designed by J H Taylor.
18 holes | Par 70 | 6329 yards | Private | Heathland
About Sonning Golf Club
Golf Club Overview
Address: Duffield Road, Sonning on Thames, Reading, Berkshire, RG4 6GJ United Kingdom
Tel: 0118 9693332
Golf Pro: Johnathan Dunn | Tel: 01189219931
Website: https://www.sonning-golf-club.co.uk/
Golf Club Facilities
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Visitor Information & Green Fees
Price Guide: £££££
It gives me great pleasure to introduce Sonning Golf Club to you. We have a great golf course with an exceptional history with an elegant and friendly environment that is a unique combination of the traditions of a private members' club and is in excelle
Midweek Guide: £50.00 per round *
Weekend Guide: £60.00 per round *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
- 7 Day Membership Available
- 5 Day Membership Available
Restrictions: Maximum Handicap 28
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Courses & Scorecards
| Course | Tee | Par | SSS | Yards | ||
| Sonning Golf club | White71 | 70 | 71 [122] | 6338 | ||
| Sonning Golf club | White | 70 | 71 | 6329 | ||
| Sonning Golf club | Yellow | 70 | 70 | 5991 | ||
| Sonning Golf club | Yellow | 70 | 70 | 5991 | ||
| Sonning Golf club | Yellow | 70 | 70 [119] | 5991 | ||
| Sonning Golf club | red | 72 | 72 | 5472 | ||
Sonning Golf Club Reviews
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GOLFSHAKE RATING
4.19
AVERAGE RATING 4.2
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HIGHLY RATED
98%
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What the club says: The golf course measures 6,329 yards and has a par of 70 and a SSS of 71. It generally plays longer than its yardage due to the elevations of several greens and fairways. Although originally a heath land course, there is now an abundance of mature trees and shrubs that line its fairways.
The greens are always true and fast and will test the very best of players. Peter Alliss has described our 17th hole as “one of the best short holes in the South of England”. The course is always in excellent condition throughout the year, and as written in the Michelin Guide “It is well worth a detour”. Martin Hawtree, the renowned international golf course architect, has redesigned Sonning’s original Taylor/Colt layout and has produced an impressive new 18th hole that finishes in front of the clubhouse. With an excellent practice range and short game area, Sonning provides some of the best facilities in the South of England.
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Ian F rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 24 2024
IAN
Course was in good condition a little wet in places but the greens were very slow.Reviewer Rating
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Daryl Lovelock rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 6 2024
Daryl lovelock
Had an invite from a member and I must say I was extremely impressed beautiful course well worth a visit.it was summer time.Reviewer Rating
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Robert H rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 3 2023
Super Sonning
Wow! You have to experience this little Gem, can't fault anything. Stunning course. Any Golfer will love it.Reviewer Rating
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Ian C rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 28 2022
A little gem
Friendly welcome. Lovely breakfast and good value. Considering the dry weather over the Summer, the course was in excellent condition. Really enjoyed the visit and will be back. Highly recommendedReviewer Rating
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Jonathan H rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 19 2022
Fantastic course
Lovely course - quite difficult ; nine holes are longer than 400 yards, seven of which are Par 4's. Lovely setting, good greens (not super fast but true and undulating). No discernible water but lots of bunkers. Some very memorable holes. Even the short holes aren't easy. Not somewhere to take an occasional player.Reviewer Rating
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Melvern A rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 16 2022
This course is forgiving with not a lot heavy rough and no water it well maintained and the greens and tees are well watered so are In excellent condition
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Paul G rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed May 9 2022
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Anthony D rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 19 2022
Our annual society visit with coffe and bacon rolls to get the day underway.
Course in pretty good condition but for second year running the greens were slow and could have done with a cut, so don't be fooled by the pace of the putting green.
Course in pretty good condition but for second year running the greens were slow and could have done with a cut, so don't be fooled by the pace of the putting green.
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A Golfer rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 7 2022
Great condition
Great course due to course layout, risk and reward par 4s, condition, clubhouse and welcome by the members.Reviewer Rating
Nicholas H rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 5 2021
Classic parkland and well-maintained course
A very well-maintained course. Nice and old-style in a pleasant picturesque part of the country. Holes are decent, just a little too flat(Round played: Oct 2021 - Score: 86 Handicap: 13.9)
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Pierre F rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 2 2021
Berkshire Gem
A warm welcome from the pro shop. Played with some rain on a lovely varying course. Tees, bunkers, fairways and greens were in excellent condition.(Round played: Sep 2021 - Score: 95 Handicap: 18.5)
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Paul E rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 11 2021
In very good nick after strange summer weather
Very warm welcome in pro shop. Course in good condition save for a couple of the bunkers which were compacted after rain where sand thin.Reviewer Rating
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Garry B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 8 2021
A lovely course well presented and a good challenge for the average golfer. Friendly and lovely club house with great fascilities.
(Round played: Jul 2021 - Score: 92 Handicap: 13.7)
(Round played: Jul 2021 - Score: 92 Handicap: 13.7)
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Franklyn S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 21 2021
The course was in excellent condition with fast sloping greens but the were true, personally I enjoyed the par 3's only 2 par 5's but some strong par 4's
(Round played: Aug 2021 - Score: 76 Handicap: 12.5)
(Round played: Aug 2021 - Score: 76 Handicap: 12.5)
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Andy C rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 14 2021
Sonning
Stunning Sonning, beautiful course and fantastic condition. Really enjoyable round, great pace for a four ball, 3:45 mins. Perfect, apart from the sock policy... wear white socks with shorts... still don't get that rule I'm afraid.(Round played: Aug 2021 - Score: 96 Handicap: 16.7)
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Pete / Bristol rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 8 2021
Rude and dated - but good course
Attitude to visitors atrocious. Had driven 2 hours to play at the course, only to be greeted by an interrogation on my attire. Upon explaining I'd driven a fair distance and needed to use the changing facilities, I was "generously" told I could pay for my round once I had changed. Upon changing I was promptly upsold a pair of white socks, as clearly the definition of smart dress code, is white ankle socks only. Left a pretty sour taste. Would add the course was in excellent condition, but to be honest this is exactly the type of golf club with dated attitudes that puts people off golf.Reviewer Rating
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Steven K rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 1 2021
Lovely course & very friendly
Second visit to Sonning, course was in great condition and the hospitality before, during and after was worth a mention - especially as my 4-ball voucher expired in October but the club Secretary was very accommodating in assisting in re-arranging. Good mix of holes, good greens and reasonably priced.Reviewer Rating
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Bill C rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 16 2020
Great course that held up well in the wet conditions, pace of play was great and the price was very reasonable.
(Round played: Dec 2020 - Score: 83 Handicap: )
(Round played: Dec 2020 - Score: 83 Handicap: )
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Martin T rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 20 2020
Played here quite a few times but this was the best condition I've ever seen it in! Greens were really fast. I'm afraid the club itself blotted its copybook. £5.10 for a small bottle of San Miguel is disgusting!!!
(Round played: Sep 2020 - Score: 92 Handicap: 11)
(Round played: Sep 2020 - Score: 92 Handicap: 11)
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Anthony D rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 15 2020
Love playing this course
Despite weeks without rain the fairways were a green oasis and the greens fast and tricky as always.A hot humid day with thunderstorms forecast and with covid restrictions the drinks served on the patio as the rain started were very much deserved. As a visiting society we were very well looked after.
(Round played: Aug 2020 - Score: 91 Handicap: 14.9)
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Dereck N rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 19 2020
The best course I have played this year. The fairways... beautifully cut... the greens are amazing. Brilliant golf course.
(Round played: Jun 2020 - Score: 97 Handicap: 24.6)
(Round played: Jun 2020 - Score: 97 Handicap: 24.6)
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Leon D rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 17 2020
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Barkham rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 19 2019
Good Course
Played here twice now and both times the course has been great. The greens on the second occasion has just been treated, so a bit bumpy. There are some mighty long par 4's that require a good old thump with the mashie. Quite strong par 3's, it really is a good knock, give it a go.Reviewer Rating
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Jon W rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 9 2019
Good value
Teed off from 12th on pros advice as competition had just started on 1st. Course was in good condition but greens has been treated so slightly bobbly but consistent speed and fairways maybe a tad long. Friendly members and no hold ups so got round quickly. Great value as played using a hot deal so under ?40 each for a very nice course was excellent value. Nice clubhouse and decent drink selection.Reviewer Rating
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Baby T rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 13 2019
Excellent value for money. Course in great condition (particularly greens). Good variety. Well worth a visit. Will come back !
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Colin R rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 11 2019
Wonderful
Superb all round course, club house and hospitality. The greens were absolutely fantastic.(Round played: Jun 2019 - Score: 80 Handicap: 8.7)
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Anthony D rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 23 2019
Great course
Annual society day at Sonning GC and everything as expected, 1st class. Course in excellent condition and greens fast and tricky.(Round played: May 2019 - Score: 100 Handicap: 17.7)
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Leon D rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 15 2019
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John A rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 4 2019
Very well designed - makes you think!
Specific tee times are not bookable, but I’d called a few days earlier and was advised when would be a good time to play. On this Friday morning the course wasn’t busy. An impressive clubhouse & Pro shop where I was given a friendly welcome.... I felt I was in for a good day.Course is very well laid out with a good mix of longer holes with wide fairways and some short, tighter par-4’s, where accuracy is important. Several holes have cross bunkers so you have to know your club distances. No water in play but straying too far from the fairway will find trouble in trees, longer grass or mounds/hollows that will leave an awkward recovery.
The four par-3 holes are fantastic. All well protected by bunkers so again, club distance is vital, although you’ll probably only need an iron. They’re all short, max 152 yds from yellows.... who really needs a par-3 hole over 200yds? (I hope my home club read this!!)
Sonning is a beautiful golf course, maintained to perfection. I found no negatives.... even the air line had enough pressure to remove all grass from my shoes & trolley! Not local for me, but I will be playing here again.
(Round played: May 2019 - Score: 79 Handicap: 7.9)
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Vic F rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 15 2019
Course in good condition and greens regular and predictable
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Sonning Golf Club Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Sonning Golf Club?
Yes there is a driving range at Sonning Golf Club which will be accessible prior to visiting and open for use.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Sonning Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Sonning Golf Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Sonning 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 Sonning Golf Club?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Sonning Golf Club.
Can you hire buggies at Sonning 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 Sonning Golf Club?
Yes you can hire golf clubs but these will be subject to availability. Contact Sonning Golf Club prior to your visit to confirm your requirements.
Is there a bar at Sonning Golf Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Sonning Golf Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Sonning Golf Club
Is there accommodation at Sonning Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Sonning Golf Club?
Yes there is the option to hire out function or conference rooms. Contact Sonning Golf Club for further details.
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