Thetford Golf Club
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Thetford Golf Club, Norfolk is an 18 hole, par 72 (6849 yard), private, heathland golf course designed by Chas Mayo and James Braid in 1912.
Contact Information
Brandon Road, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 3NE United Kingdom
Tel: 01842 752169Website: http://www.thetfordgolfclub.co.uk
Golf Pro: Stuart Smith | Tel: 01842 752662
Tee Time Information
Price Guide: ££££- Midweek Guide: £40.00 per round, £30.00 after 1pm *
- Weekend Guide: £40 per round *
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Facilities & Visitor Information
Course Information: 18 holes | Par 72 | 6849 yards | Private | Heathland
Facilities: Golf buggies for hire, Golf pro shop, Changing rooms, Golf clubhouse, Bar, Food available, Available for functions, golf course.
Visitors: Visitors and Societies are most welcome on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays. It is essential to book well in advance. Fine beers and good food always available!
Our Pro Shop is now part of the Nevada Bob's group and stocks a gre
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
- Voucher Deals Available
- 7 Day Membership Available
Location: http://www.thetfordgolfclub.co.uk/index.php/contact-us
Designed by: Chas H Mayo, James Braid
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Score Cards
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| Course | Tee | Par | SSS | Yds | ||
| Thetford Golf Club | White | 72 | 73 | 6849 | ||
| Thetford Golf Club | Yellow | 72 | 72 | 6672 | ||
| Thetford Golf Club | Red | 74 | 75 | 5940 | ||
Thetford Golf Club Reviews & Information
Golfshake Rating
4.58
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4.58
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Breakdown Averages
4.30 ... Overall Rating
4.36 ... The Course
4.04 ... Facilities/Serv.
4.14 ... VFM
4.30 ... Overall Rating
4.36 ... The Course
4.04 ... Facilities/Serv.
4.14 ... VFM
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Recent Reviews
94 ratings from Golfshake members - Ranked 153 out of 1971.
HIGHLY RATED - 100% would play again or recommend
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What the club says: Thetford Golf Club is a challenging par 72 course set amidst the beautiful Breckland Forest of East Anglia, with easy access from the A11. Pine, oak, birch and beech trees line the fairways and gorse, broom and heather lie in wait any ball that might stray from the wide-open fairways. It really is a wonderful place to play golf. Come and visit us at Thetford for a friendly welcome, great hospitality and good food. A super day out!
Most Helpful Review
Thetford offers a great location for Golf all year round as it soaks up any rain during the wetter months.
The downside to this is that it can get slightly dusty during the high summer as they are unable to use loads of water.
Its a great layout, can play really tough depending on the wind. Also fairly tight in places.
One of the best finishing holes in the area! 
- Jul 12 2016
Golfshake Team Review
Can play really long and tough depending on the wind.
Feel like you have to hit driver off most par 4's and 5's and sometimes with long iron shots in.
All round good course, especially in winter as holds the water well.
Greens mostly always in great shape. - Apr 29 2017
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Golf Course Reviews for Thetford Golf Club
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Brian Burgess rated 3 out of 5 
- Jul 23 2018
- Jul 23 2018For the final day of our Norfolk trip we ventured to Thetford GC. We had been trying to decide between Kings Lynn GC and Thetford and plumped for Thetford based on personal reviews we had been given. Upon hearing that the two courses were similar, we opted for Thetford on the understanding that it’s more welcoming and a fair bit cheaper - and are pleased we did so.
Thetford is a heathland style course, although the day we played the course was burnt to a cinder by the long dry spell of weather – as a result all the fairways were firm and completely brown. The greens however were absolutely fine and would hold the well-struck approach shot. The course is long, around 6,700 yds, however this is largely compensated by the relatively generous fairways. If there’s one gripe of the course, it’s the fact it becomes a little monotonous with its length – we felt it would benefit from having a couple of shorter par 4’s in its layout to offer something a little different.
That aside it’s a lovely layout, a trail-style course winding its way through the wooded, heathland terrain. Only a couple of holes run up and down and that we think always makes for a more enjoyable and varied experience. It opens with a tricky mid-iron par 3, never an easy start and another par 3 at the 3rd. Thereafter, you dive into the guts of the course, which as said is notable for its length. The course finishes with an extremely tough, slightly uphill par 4 at around 460 yds !
Everyone at the course was very welcoming to the extent we were able to play as part of the Captains Charity day despite not being affiliated to the club. Overall, it’s a course we would like to visit again in less arid conditions – however, we’d recommend playing here if you have the opportunity to do so.
Thetford is a heathland style course, although the day we played the course was burnt to a cinder by the long dry spell of weather – as a result all the fairways were firm and completely brown. The greens however were absolutely fine and would hold the well-struck approach shot. The course is long, around 6,700 yds, however this is largely compensated by the relatively generous fairways. If there’s one gripe of the course, it’s the fact it becomes a little monotonous with its length – we felt it would benefit from having a couple of shorter par 4’s in its layout to offer something a little different.
That aside it’s a lovely layout, a trail-style course winding its way through the wooded, heathland terrain. Only a couple of holes run up and down and that we think always makes for a more enjoyable and varied experience. It opens with a tricky mid-iron par 3, never an easy start and another par 3 at the 3rd. Thereafter, you dive into the guts of the course, which as said is notable for its length. The course finishes with an extremely tough, slightly uphill par 4 at around 460 yds !
Everyone at the course was very welcoming to the extent we were able to play as part of the Captains Charity day despite not being affiliated to the club. Overall, it’s a course we would like to visit again in less arid conditions – however, we’d recommend playing here if you have the opportunity to do so.
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Gary S rated 4 out of 5 - Jul 8 2018
- Jul 8 2018Great course definitely worth a visit
Great course. Very dry due to weather conditions . The greens were in an excellent condition. The facilities and staff were excellent.
(Round played: Jul 2018 - Score: 93 Handicap: 12.3)
Great course. Very dry due to weather conditions . The greens were in an excellent condition. The facilities and staff were excellent.
(Round played: Jul 2018 - Score: 93 Handicap: 12.3)
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Pablo C rated 4 out of 5 - May 29 2018
- May 29 2018Brilliant course in Thetford forest definitely worth visiting. I will be going back in the near future
(Round played: Apr 2018 - Score: 101 Handicap: )
(Round played: Apr 2018 - Score: 101 Handicap: )
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John F rated 5 out of 5 - May 5 2018
- May 5 2018Long well maintained challenging course. Well worth a visit
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Derek L rated 4 out of 5 - Apr 11 2018
- Apr 11 2018Thetford GC
A lovely course, plenty of bunkers and tree lined fairway. Definitely a course for another visit. Breakfast before the start was very good.
(Round played: Apr 2018 - Score: 119 Handicap: 28)
A lovely course, plenty of bunkers and tree lined fairway. Definitely a course for another visit. Breakfast before the start was very good.
(Round played: Apr 2018 - Score: 119 Handicap: 28)
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Jamie W rated 5 out of 5 - Feb 21 2018
- Feb 21 2018An excellent course, playing well in winter. Work ongoing in the clubhouse. Friendly staff and members for those visiting.
(Round played: Feb 2018 - Score: 98 Handicap: 23.6)
(Round played: Feb 2018 - Score: 98 Handicap: 23.6)
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Mark L rated 5 out of 5 - Feb 5 2018
- Feb 5 2018Thetford golf club
Played in the winter with no over trousers and did not get any mud on me, course in great condition, most of the par fours are very long off the yellows, greens are a good pace, and a friendly environment
(Round played: Feb 2018 - Score: 84 Handicap: 4.7)
Played in the winter with no over trousers and did not get any mud on me, course in great condition, most of the par fours are very long off the yellows, greens are a good pace, and a friendly environment
(Round played: Feb 2018 - Score: 84 Handicap: 4.7)
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Malcolm C rated 4 out of 5 - Jan 14 2018
- Jan 14 2018Course in great cndition
Great course good challenge some really interesting holes. Great putting and chipping greens but no driving range and only 2 warm up nets
Great course good challenge some really interesting holes. Great putting and chipping greens but no driving range and only 2 warm up nets
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Jason Barrett rated 5 out of 5 - Sep 8 2017
- Sep 8 2017Fantastic Layout & Good Test
Really welcoming secretary and staff. Had a great round here despite rain of biblical proportions in places today. Course drained really well and remained playable throughout. If you cannot enjoy this course you either so not like golf or you are dead! Will come back again and hopefully be luckier with the weather next time!
Really welcoming secretary and staff. Had a great round here despite rain of biblical proportions in places today. Course drained really well and remained playable throughout. If you cannot enjoy this course you either so not like golf or you are dead! Will come back again and hopefully be luckier with the weather next time!
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Mark O rated 4 out of 5 - Sep 4 2017
- Sep 4 2017well worth a visit
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John F rated 5 out of 5 - Aug 23 2017
- Aug 23 2017Challenging - long and some tough greens
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TJ Nelly rated 5 out of 5 - Aug 22 2017
- Aug 22 2017A must play
If your looking for a great game of golf, go to Thetford, very helpful pro-shop and a the course was a Jem to play, I would recommend to anyone
If your looking for a great game of golf, go to Thetford, very helpful pro-shop and a the course was a Jem to play, I would recommend to anyone
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Martyn rated 5 out of 5 - Jul 6 2017
- Jul 6 2017Great Heathland Course
Thoroughly enjoyed playing this great heathland course. Greens were very consistent and fairways were in very good condition. Sunshine made the course seem even more idyllic - if only my golf was as good as the course.
Thoroughly enjoyed playing this great heathland course. Greens were very consistent and fairways were in very good condition. Sunshine made the course seem even more idyllic - if only my golf was as good as the course.
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Ian B rated 5 out of 5 - Jun 25 2017
- Jun 25 2017Best course i have played.
The course is challenging with well placed bunkers and greens. It was in perfect condition and looks as though it would be this way all year round. The members were friendly stopping to have a chat even in the carpark. Overall an excellent place to play.
The course is challenging with well placed bunkers and greens. It was in perfect condition and looks as though it would be this way all year round. The members were friendly stopping to have a chat even in the carpark. Overall an excellent place to play.
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Barry R rated 4 out of 5 - Jun 19 2017
- Jun 19 2017A course which must be visited
This is a course which I will visit and play again, as it is well kept and the clubhouse welcome is very friendly.
(Round played: Jun 2017 - Score: 108 Handicap: 25.5)
This is a course which I will visit and play again, as it is well kept and the clubhouse welcome is very friendly.
(Round played: Jun 2017 - Score: 108 Handicap: 25.5)
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Mike Pyett / Cambridgeshire rated 4 out of 5 - Jun 5 2017
- Jun 5 2017A great course.
Played it a few times now and never in bad condition.
Played it a few times now and never in bad condition.
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mark rated 4 out of 5 - Apr 29 2017
- Apr 29 2017course was very well maintained. some courses you are lucky if you get water in ball cleaner this had a towel on every tee as well/
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Matt H rated 4 out of 5 - Apr 29 2017
- Apr 29 2017Can play really long and tough depending on the wind.
Feel like you have to hit driver off most par 4's and 5's and sometimes with long iron shots in.
All round good course, especially in winter as holds the water well.
Greens mostly always in great shape.
Feel like you have to hit driver off most par 4's and 5's and sometimes with long iron shots in.
All round good course, especially in winter as holds the water well.
Greens mostly always in great shape.
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Matthew W rated 5 out of 5 - Apr 27 2017
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D M rated 5 out of 5 - Apr 17 2017
- Apr 17 2017played over the bank holiday weekend, course was dry & greens in superb condition. was a good track & would be really challenging in the summer when fairways are running/bouncing at their peak. happily play again as now we know where to place and when to go for it,.....
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