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Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel

4.1   Golfshake Golf Course Rating 100 reviews | Price Guide: £££££

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Course Information

Thorpeness Golf Club, Suffolk is a top 100 championship 18 hole, par 70 (6510 yard). Designed by James Braid in 1922 it is one of the best examples of coastal heathland golf courses.

18 holes | Par 70 | 6311 yards | Private | Heathland


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Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel Information & Reviews for 2025

Address: Lakeside Avenue, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, IP16 4NH United Kingdom

Tel: 01728 454926

Golf Pro: Christine Langford | Tel: 01728454926

Website: http://www.thorpeness.co.uk


Golf Club Facilities

Click the following link to find out what facilities are available at Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel and read frequently asked questions.

Residential stay and play packages available
Winter rates apply in line with BST
Book ad pay on line for day green fees
Buggies, Electric Trolleys and Pull Trolleys available.

Midweek Guide: From £40.00 per round *

Weekend Guide: From £40.00 per round *

  • Societies Accepted to Play
  • Society Deals Available
  • Voucher Deals Available
  • 7 Day Membership Available

* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.

Tee Time Information

Midweek Guide: From £40.00 per round *

Weekend Guide: From £40.00 per round *

* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.


Reviews


GOLFSHAKE RATING

4.13

Golfshake Golf Course Rating

 

AVERAGE RATING 4.1
(based on 100 reviews)

5 star
40
4 star
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3 star
7
2 star
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1 star
2
 

RECOMMENDATIONS

91%

would play again or recommend

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4.1

The Course

3.8

Course Conditions

3.9

Value For Money

3.2

Pace of Play

3.9

Facilities & Service

4.3

Hospitality

3.4

Practice Facilities

4

Food & Drink

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Alistair Crew/Bournemouth rated 5 out of 5

Reviewed Apr 5 2025

Very poor! Avoid

Recently on a golf trip with some friends and we played all the respected courses in the area, Aldebory, Woodbridge, Purdis Heath etc on a weeks golf trip. We were advised to stay and play at Thorpeness and although the hotel was okay but not the best value the course was simply awful. Not sure what the business MO is here but clear the course manager and or Director of Golf aren’t cutting the mustard here. I would rate this no better than a municipal course and the money they are charging is staggering. Staff are friendly but I guess that’s the bare minimum these days. Greens were fairways, fairways were non existent and the tees, well….if you can call them tees! Best way to play this place is to avoid it. Please don’t waste your money or time.

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Pete H rated 5 out of 5

Reviewed Nov 27 2024

A winter beauty

2 days & blessed with warm late November sunshine on a wonderful Braid course & with no mud in sight. Running fairways faster than the usual winter greens & playing to the breaks. A minor minor quibble was the recent aereation of the greens so not running to perfection but I’m back here like a shot next chance & the winter hotel deal is a massive draw too. Staff all excellent. Great spacious rooms & a really enjoyable course.

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Lee G rated 5 out of 5

Reviewed May 28 2024

Great Course

Great course with load of challenging holes, its an all weather course too.
Clubhouse very good with great staff.

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Angela H rated 5 out of 5

Reviewed Mar 5 2024

The course was in really good condition considering the vast amount of rain fall recently, obviously good drainage.The course is challenging and very enjoyable.
The food and service is top class and the staff are very welcoming.
Highly recommended this golf course and venue.

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Lee R rated 5 out of 5

Reviewed Dec 31 2023

Fantastic winter course

we turned up to Thorpness in awful weather conditions and whilst there was some standing water on the greens early in the round when the rain stopped the course dried superbly. the overnight winter package is great value as well.

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Robert S rated 5 out of 5

Reviewed Feb 7 2023

Great course.

You can play this course all year round and no Muddy shoes Sandy soil the water drains through. If you don't want mud on your trousers or golf trolley then this is a must play course.

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Kevin N rated 5 out of 5

Reviewed Dec 17 2021

Great club


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Martin G rated 5 out of 5

Reviewed Nov 19 2021

Fantastic course, must visit


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Ian C rated 5 out of 5

Reviewed Nov 1 2021

As Arnie says - We'll be back!

This was our 5th annual Autumn tour, but a new course for us - and wow - we were not disappointed. What a cracking set up at Thorpeness. The Hotel was top class - as was the food and we thoroughly enjoyed our 3 days stay. As for the course, we loved it. Some easy holes, but others were challenging to say the least. Considering the rain that had fallen overnight before our first round, we were surprised the course was open with all the flooding on the surrounding roads. We should not have worried. The course drains exceptionally well and we played 3 days in completely different conditions, all of which helped make each hole different. Highly recommended and we will be back!

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Mark L rated 5 out of 5

Reviewed Aug 22 2021

Thorpness

Great course that is not easy, very helpful friendly staff great value if you stay overnight in the hotel. The area of Thorpness is worth a visit as well.

(Round played: Aug 2021 - Score: 76 Handicap: 1.8)

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Steve B rated 5 out of 5

Reviewed Dec 16 2020

Drove for two hours to play a dry course and was not disappointed. One new green was wet everywhere else was excellent. Interesting mix of holes and greens were fast and true.

(Round played: Dec 2020 - Score: 90 Handicap: 16.6)

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Charles P rated 5 out of 5

Reviewed Sep 15 2020

Love the course, bone dry in the summer so you have to be ready for the carry. The greens worked well

(Round played: Aug 2020 - Score: 97 Handicap: )

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Neil /Edinburgh rated 5 out of 5

Reviewed Jul 28 2020

Top 100 tour

We played here in early July 2020 as part of our “top 100 tour” May/August. We were truly impressed with the presentation of the course and the fantastic layout. This track is a true test of golf so best bring your A game I’d say! In our opinion we would say current rating is quite a bit lower than we would rate it during our visit. On current condition it’s got to be pushing for a top 50 spot. Will be back for sure.

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Matt H rated 5 out of 5

Reviewed Jul 16 2020


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Matt H rated 5 out of 5

Reviewed Jan 1 2020

Always Amazing

Once again blown away by the condition of Thorpeness. Plays tougher in the winter due to cold and wind but so enjoyable and surely one of the most underrated in suffolk.

If you get a chance, go and play. ?25 after 12pm deal in the winter is a serious bargain.

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Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel Facilities & Frequently Asked Questions

The following information is subject to change and based on the latest updates and checks on Golfshake from the golf club, golf facility or venue.

Is there a golf clubhouse at Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel?

Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel.

Is there a golf pro shop at Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel?

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 Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel?

Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel.

Can you hire buggies at Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel?

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 Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel?

Yes you can hire golf clubs but these will be subject to availability. Contact Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel prior to your visit to confirm your requirements.

Is there a bar at Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel?

Yes there is bar.

Is there a restaurant at Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel?

Yes you can order food for dining at Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel

Is there accommodation at Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel?

Yes there is accommodation at Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel. Please visit their website for further details and plan a golf break there.

Are there functions rooms available to hire at Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel?

Yes there is the option to hire out function or conference rooms. Contact Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel for further details.

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