Wanstead Golf Club
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Wanstead Golf Club, Essex is an 18 hole, par 69 (6014 yard), private parkland golf course established in 1893.
18 holes | Par 69 | 6014 yds yards | Private | Parkland
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Address: Overton Drive, Wanstead, Greater London, E11 2LW United Kingdom
Tel: 020 8989 3938
Golf Pro: David Hawkins | Tel: 020 8989 9876
Website: http://www.wansteadgolfclub.com
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Midweek Guide: £22 - £40 depending on time *
Weekend Guide: £40 PM only *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
- 7 Day Membership Available
- 5 Day Membership Available
Restrictions: Maximum Handicap No Restriction
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Tee Time Information
Midweek Guide: £22 - £40 depending on time *
Weekend Guide: £40 PM only *
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Review Information
GOLFSHAKE RATING
3.21
AVERAGE RATING 3.5
(based on 96 reviews)
5 star
16
4 star
31
3 star
42
2 star
4
1 star
3
RECOMMENDATIONS
88%
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Sean K rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 22 2017
Yellow tee boxes were all temps . No scorecards in pro shop . Got stuck behind a pro-am comp which was fine , but what wasn`t fine was the members behind us shouting across fairways for the pace of play to pick up . We as a four ball were waiting on every tee box , and although we are not pro's we kept up with the group in front . We found the members unfriendly . The car park is stupid small , had to park on the street . Holes 2-5 were in a different part of the area , almost field like . Greens were good thou . Shame about the rest of it . Won't go back , wouldn't even entertain it .
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Franklyn S rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 15 2017
Similar to other courses at this time of year the course has some tempory teeing areas but all the greens were in use
(Round played: Mar 2017 - Score: 82 Handicap: 10.5)
(Round played: Mar 2017 - Score: 82 Handicap: 10.5)
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Mark J rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 12 2017
the course is very good .but could be a bit cheaper as there are othere courses which are better for the same money
(Round played: Mar 2017 - Score: 78 Handicap: 11.5)
(Round played: Mar 2017 - Score: 78 Handicap: 11.5)
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Sam L rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 8 2017
Played a few times now and do enjoy this quaint little course. The greens are always in phenomenal condition and the club takes pride in this. It is not the most challenging of courses with the 2-5th holes quite open should you swing right or left but there is enough trouble to find if you aren't careful. The 16th is the signature hole and a real joy to play but equally the 15th is a very tricky par 3 which can catch out many good players. Staff and clubhouse very friendly.
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Adam/London rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 17 2016
A very nice course in inner London. Considering how close it is to central London (there's a view of Canary Wharf from the elevated 10th tee), this isn't the biggest property on which you'll find a golf course, but they make fantastic use of the land.
At 6000 yards, par 69 from the tips, it's not the longest but the design makes good use of a number of long and short par 4s. Holes 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 and 14 will make you question some of the below reviews which characterise it as "short".
Added to those are some great par 3s, 15 and 16 in particular. I was told by a member afterwards that Ben Hogan described the 15th as one of the top 100 par 3s in Great Britain, and that certainly chimed with me - beautifully framed by trees, it requires a mid to long iron to a long but very narrow 3-tiered green. 16 follows that, the signature hole over a lake, again framed by trees on the left and very picturesque. I'm sure more than a few rounds have met a watery grave there.
The course was in good condition. The fairways were lovely to play from and the greens were relatively quick and true. For any golf course, this is key to enjoyment and, thankfully, Wanstead passed the test. Furthermore, the course is mostly tree-lined by mature woodland which makes it far more scenic than some of the more open parkland style courses nearby which make do with straight lines of poplars, and there was even some nice wildlife along the way in the form of jays, green woodpeckers and foxes.
Overall this course has some very interesting (but not gimmicky) holes, no particularly weak holes, it was in very good condition and, considering its price and proximity to Central London, I think it's well worthy of a 5 star review. No one will go to Wanstead expecting Wentworth, but they should go expecting a thoroughly enjoyable golfing experience.
At 6000 yards, par 69 from the tips, it's not the longest but the design makes good use of a number of long and short par 4s. Holes 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 and 14 will make you question some of the below reviews which characterise it as "short".
Added to those are some great par 3s, 15 and 16 in particular. I was told by a member afterwards that Ben Hogan described the 15th as one of the top 100 par 3s in Great Britain, and that certainly chimed with me - beautifully framed by trees, it requires a mid to long iron to a long but very narrow 3-tiered green. 16 follows that, the signature hole over a lake, again framed by trees on the left and very picturesque. I'm sure more than a few rounds have met a watery grave there.
The course was in good condition. The fairways were lovely to play from and the greens were relatively quick and true. For any golf course, this is key to enjoyment and, thankfully, Wanstead passed the test. Furthermore, the course is mostly tree-lined by mature woodland which makes it far more scenic than some of the more open parkland style courses nearby which make do with straight lines of poplars, and there was even some nice wildlife along the way in the form of jays, green woodpeckers and foxes.
Overall this course has some very interesting (but not gimmicky) holes, no particularly weak holes, it was in very good condition and, considering its price and proximity to Central London, I think it's well worthy of a 5 star review. No one will go to Wanstead expecting Wentworth, but they should go expecting a thoroughly enjoyable golfing experience.
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Adam N rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 10 2016
Probably the best course close to/in East London. Well designed holes that require varied shots to score. Friendly club pro and staff.
(Round played: Oct 2016 - Score: 86 Handicap: 18.3)
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Franklyn S rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 29 2016
The course was in reasonable conditionnot a bad test of golf 4 holes are a bit up and down in a field thought
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Grant Leppard, London rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 25 2016
Have lived just down the road for over 20 years and only played there for the first time recently. A lovely course with enough challenge to make for an interesting round. Excellent greens played true and fast. Will be returning soon, hopefully in time to use my September half price round voucher.
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Jonathan B rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 20 2016
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Amy L rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 13 2016
Nice course in central London. Friendly people.
(Round played: Aug 2016 - Score: 86 Handicap: 12)
(Round played: Aug 2016 - Score: 86 Handicap: 12)
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Bob Ward rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 29 2016
Great little course, really surprised us. Greens are fantastic & ran really true. The bar was very lively and everybody made us welcome. We are already planning our next trip
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Danny W rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 28 2016
good course and in good condition, would recommend.
(Round played: Jul 2016 - Score: 89 Handicap: 16.9)
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Fionn rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 27 2016
Course is in great condition. Short - but substantially challenging for your average golfer. Very convenient for anyone working in the City looking for an evening round of golf.
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John London rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 20 2016
Played their recently after entering a competition. Really enjoyed the course, not too long but makes you work to get a good score. Greens excellent and run true.
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Neil T rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 8 2016
Nothing wrong with the course just my game!!!
(Round played: May 2016 - Score: 100 Handicap: 16.4)
(Round played: May 2016 - Score: 100 Handicap: 16.4)
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