Whitsand Bay Golf Club
Course Information
Whitsand Bay Golf Club, Cornwall is an 18 hole, par 70 cliff-top golf course designed by Fernie of Troon in 1905. Playable all year round, the course boasts some of the most dramatic views in the West
18 holes | Par 70 | 6015 yards | Public | Links
About Whitsand Bay Golf Club
Golf Club Overview
Address: Portwrinkle, Torpoint, Cornwall, PL11 3BU United Kingdom
Tel: 010503 230778
Golf Pro: Andy Welch | Tel: 01503 230778
Website: https://www.whitsandbaygolf.com
Golf Club Facilities
Click the following link to find out what facilities are available at Whitsand Bay Golf Club and read frequently asked questions.
Visitor Information & Green Fees
Price Guide: £££££
Visitors welcome all year.
Midweek Guide: £30.00 per round *
Weekend Guide: £35.00 per round *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
- 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 | ||
| Whitsand Bay Hotel | White | 70 | 68 | 5776 | ||
| Whitsand Bay Hotel | yellow | 70 | 67 | 5537 | ||
| Whitsand Bay Hotel | Yellow | 70 | 67 | 5537 | ||
| Whitsand Bay Hotel | Yellow | 70 | 67 | 5537 | ||
| Whitsand Bay Hotel | Red | 70 | 70 | 5145 | ||
Whitsand Bay Golf Club Reviews
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GOLFSHAKE RATING
3.85
AVERAGE RATING 3.7
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RECOMMENDATIONS
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What the club says: Whitsand Bay Golf Club was established in 1905 and hosts a fabulous 18 hole course. Set on a cliff-top overlooking Whitsand Bay, the par 70, links style course offers golfers some of the most magnificent views in the West Country. Now under the ownership of the Antony Estate, constant course improvements and an ecological approach to course management have led to the club winning the inaugural England Golf 2021 'Sustainability' award.
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John P rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 27 2024
Lovely course, well worth a visit.
Very friendly staff, course in great condition and the location is second to none.Reviewer Rating
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Jon O rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 5 2023
Great course
Very well kept course, greens in great conditions. Welcoming staff & membersReviewer Rating
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Richard Gigg, Hampshire rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 30 2022
Not on a windy day!!
Certainly worth a visit but not on a windy day as I did. Took about 5 holes to be able to play the wind coming off the sea. Had a warm welcome from the bar staff and a few locals. Course not busy on a Monday in June, might be a different story in the school holidays. The course is a challenge with some small greens which are in excellent condition. Glad I played it not sure if I will return after being beaten up by the weather.Reviewer Rating
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Paul G rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 21 2022
First time playing this picturesque course. Nice to play links golf as alternative to parkland. Course,tees,greens all in very good condition.
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James R rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 18 2021
Great course. Be careful of the sea breeze
Brilliant course, excellent views. Well worth a crack at it, some difficult holes and some fairly forgiving sections of the course for those who aren't as advanced in golf (like me)(Round played: Aug 2021 - Score: 123 Handicap: 43)
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Barkham rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 15 2021
Good Course
I have only played the course once and i really enjoyed it. Tough par three's especially off the whites. Looks like a fair bit of work going on. The bar is in a terrapin but it works really well and San Miguel happy days.Reviewer Rating
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Stephen S rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 29 2020
Great course
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Rob L rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 27 2020
What a little gem. Not long but with the challenge of the small greens, testing weather and dramatic elevation changes on a number of holes it doesn't need to be.
The tee boxes were the only downside of the day as I feel they could have been in a better condition.
Wouldn't hesitate to return and play here next time I'm in the area.
The tee boxes were the only downside of the day as I feel they could have been in a better condition.
Wouldn't hesitate to return and play here next time I'm in the area.
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Golfer An rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 27 2020
Enjoyed the course but disappointing customer service
Came to Cornwall for a weekend away and played twice at this beautiful course, challenging but with stunning views. Overall had a good experience with the golf course and club house, unfortunately was spoiled slightly when wanting to return an unused item to the club shop, and was told it ‘wasn’t the done thing’ and made to feel very uncomfortable. Considering we had already spent £200 here this weekend we would have hoped for more understanding. We were planning to stay for lunch but sadly did not feel comfortable enough to stay. It is a shame as overall we thoroughly enjoyed the course but unsure if we would return again.Reviewer Rating
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Derek B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 8 2020
Stunning.
Had a round while on holiday. Stunning scenery . Quite a tight course if your shots tend to be a bit wayward.Reviewer Rating
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S B rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 5 2019
lovely view, course in great condition very enjoyable round, good pace of play. will definitely be back
(Round played: Oct 2019 - Score: 93 Handicap: 13.6)
(Round played: Oct 2019 - Score: 93 Handicap: 13.6)
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Jamie H rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 2 2018
Superb tight course
I played this course in the twilght heat of july.Some very memorable holes especially the short part three third hole where the greens is hidden in a sort of cover.
Sadly there's not much practice facilities there is however new changing rooms and showers which were very clean overall very good.
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Matt rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 27 2018
Recently booked a trip for 12 people at Whitsand Bay.. The whole process was really straightforward and went without a hitch.. The Golf weekend was superb & enjoyed by everyone & we will definitely be booking to return.
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Philip M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 9 2017
Wonderful coastal course
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Clive H rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 18 2016
Very tough course but enjoyable
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Steve P rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 5 2016
Good course. requires straight hitting as balls get lost easily when off the fairway
(Round played: Sep 2016 - Score: 102 Handicap: 25.3)
(Round played: Sep 2016 - Score: 102 Handicap: 25.3)
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Thomas/ Hamburg rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 30 2016
Actually, last week we wanted to discover Cornwall, but we enjoyed playing Whitsand Bay that much, so we played it three times. Each round was specific due to the weather/ wind conditions. A few tough holes linked to the Atlantik and stunning views at any time make it to a lovely links course. Greens have been in good condition and some are difficult to approach because of being tight and firm - it's an old, traditional course. If it is to short for you, you will play the white tees.
It is not Royal County Down, but I never played a course with such a good value for money (25 £ regular, 15 £ after 4pm. The new nice clubhouse and very friendly people let us enjoy Whitsand Bay.
It is not Royal County Down, but I never played a course with such a good value for money (25 £ regular, 15 £ after 4pm. The new nice clubhouse and very friendly people let us enjoy Whitsand Bay.
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Andrew, Launceston rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 13 2016
Apart from it being outside and on grass, you can not honestly describe this as a Golf course. Square greens with more bounce than an inflatable castle and putting over dandelions and other unrecognisable weeds is not my idea of a pleasant golfing experience. Great views yes, but you can get the same view from any other cliff top along this coastline. Mark Twain was quoted as having said "Golf is a good walk spoiled", In my opinion he had just walked the course at Whitsand Bay before he wrote it.
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will of durham city rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 1 2016
played the course in 2016 july I thought it was a lovely course. a mixture of parkland and lynx golf. stunning views over the bay, lots of interesting holes by the sea. the course is mature (1905) well set up and the greens were good when I played.
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Mark G rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 2 2015
(Round played: Feb 2015 - Score: 103 Handicap
(Round played: Feb 2015 - Score: 103 Handicap
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Zac D rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 23 2015
Played at Whitsand Bay for the first time and was very disappointed with the whole experience. Actually no changing/shower or toilet facilities as apparently the owners are building new ones. Speaking with a member before my round and he said although there is a hole in the ground since January they have been promised new facilities for years, which is why so many members have left. The shop is a shed with a very limited choice (apart from Nike)
The course was probably a little better then I expected after my initial impression, but still not great. Nice views out to sea though.
The course was probably a little better then I expected after my initial impression, but still not great. Nice views out to sea though.
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Christine T rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 19 2015
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Chris E rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 14 2014
Lots of bad reviews about the facilities, which I guess from my experience are pretty valid. The course itself isn't great and was in average condition, but the views were pretty stunning from the 2nd hole by the coast. I think if the course had some investment would be ok plus the outdated facilities need looking at. A bit of a strange set up with no golf club house, but you can get a drink in the hotel bar if you want. Interesting experience, but don't think I will be back.
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Robert B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 25 2013
I have played here a couple of times over the years, the last time was early in Sept.
As has been said before this is not the longest course but on a windy day it is a true test of golf. My favourite hole was the third with the green fashioned in a bomb crater, definitely a marmite hole!
The club does not have the most Upton date facilities but this is more than made up by the friendly and accommodating staff.
They offer excellent food in the linked hotel and offer excellent value for money.
If you are in the area and are looking for a great value round of golf you won't go far wrong.
As has been said before this is not the longest course but on a windy day it is a true test of golf. My favourite hole was the third with the green fashioned in a bomb crater, definitely a marmite hole!
The club does not have the most Upton date facilities but this is more than made up by the friendly and accommodating staff.
They offer excellent food in the linked hotel and offer excellent value for money.
If you are in the area and are looking for a great value round of golf you won't go far wrong.
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Bruce W rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 30 2013
Lovely location with a couple of decent holes, but overall very tired and shabby and not in the best condition. Facilities need updating
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Kyle miller rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 5 2013
Looking tired, lacking TLC. Green keepers driving sit down tractors on greens leaving tyre marks on green. No sand in bunkers. Greens patchy, especially 3rd, 14th, 18th.
No sign of attempts to repair damage from winter weather.
No sign of attempts to repair damage from winter weather.
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Torpoint rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed May 20 2013
Not worth the visit! Great views and the 3rd is a really good par 3, but that's where it stops. Facilities very poor.
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Jason K rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 6 2013
Great course, real old fashioned Links condition, fantastic views, superfast greens on a hot day... will be back again soon. Keysi
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Stuart C rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 2 2012
This is an amazing course .. tough winds when we went but amazing views and a great little par 3 from up on high.. hilly but worth it
(Round played: Jun 2010 - Score: 86 Handicap: 16.2)
(Round played: Jun 2010 - Score: 86 Handicap: 16.2)
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Shaun G rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 30 2012
A beautiful course with fantastic views of the coast. Very well maintained, would happily go back over and over again.
(Round played: Aug 2012 - Score: 99 Handicap: 24.1)
(Round played: Aug 2012 - Score: 99 Handicap: 24.1)
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Whitsand Bay Golf Club Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Whitsand Bay Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of a driving range at this venue.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Whitsand Bay Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Whitsand Bay Golf Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Whitsand Bay 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 Whitsand Bay Golf Club?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Whitsand Bay Golf Club.
Can you hire buggies at Whitsand Bay 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 Whitsand Bay Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of being able to hire golf clubs here.
Is there a bar at Whitsand Bay Golf Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Whitsand Bay Golf Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Whitsand Bay Golf Club
Is there accommodation at Whitsand Bay Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Whitsand Bay Golf Club?
Yes there is the option to hire out function or conference rooms. Contact Whitsand Bay Golf Club for further details.
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