Bentley Golf Club
Course Information
Bentley Golf Club, Essex is an 18 hole, par 72 (6703 yard), private, parkland golf course designed by Alex Swan in 1972
18 holes | Par 72 | 6703 yards | Private | Parkland
About Bentley Golf Club
Golf Club Overview
Address: Ongar Road, Pilgrims Hatch, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9SS United Kingdom
Tel: 01277 373179
Golf Pro: Nick Garrett | Tel: 01277 373179
Website: https://www.bentleygolfclub.com/
Golf Club Facilities
Click the following link to find out what facilities are available at Bentley Golf Club and read frequently asked questions.
Visitor Information & Green Fees
Price Guide: ££££
Midweek Guide: £39.50 per round *
Weekend Guide: £45.00 per round after 1pm *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
- 7 Day Membership Available
- 5 Day Membership Available
Restrictions: Maximum Handicap 36
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Courses & Scorecards
| Course | Tee | Par | SSS | Yards | ||
| Bentley Golf Club | white | 72 | 72 [113] | 6703 | ||
| Bentley Golf Club | YELLOW | 72 | 71 [129] | 6435 | ||
| Bentley Golf Club | Yellow | 72 | 71 [129] | 6418 | ||
| Bentley Golf Club | Red | 74 | 74 | 5847 | ||
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4.2
AVERAGE RATING 4.2
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Andrew rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 14 2018
Rude Ground Staff. Unenjoyable experience. Not worth the money.
Played at Bentley on the 14/03/2018, and was looking forward to the round after seeing good reviews of the course. At £35 a round it was higher than most courses in Essex but thought it's worth the shot.Without being told we run into trouble, greens closed due to maintenance, ground staff cutting down trees and for some reason, decided to burn them at the tee boxes.
Heavy, thick smoke covered the air leaving the view very difficult, not to mention a chesty cough & one of my friends struggling to breathe due to being ahsmatic.
We was shocked how the pro shop didn't bother to notify us before/after we paid, but more than happy to take our money and find out for ourselves.
Golfing etiquette is a major thing, all courses I play normally deal with this well, eg grass cutters stopping the machines to allow silence for our shots, but at Bentley it was quite different, several Chain saws going off 10 foot away from you.
After we questioned the heavy black smoke and the sound to the ground staff, one replied 'This is our f****g course, not yours, get on with it*.
It's a course that we feel was not worth the value, and a lot better courses out there, with better standards on how to treat their customers, and where your site will be visible throughout the round and not come up with a chesty cough.
Won't be returning to this course, and I wouldn't recommend anyone else should.
Andrew.
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Allan M rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 20 2019
Needs attention and policing
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Keith Durham rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 27 2018
average
average golf course no more, nice welcome though in the pro shopReviewer Rating
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Glenn A rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 18 2019
Worthwhile a visit. Tight drives and a course you have to think your w
A good course you are a straight player. There is very little margin of error off the tees. Well thought out course.(Round played: Aug 2019 - Score: 98 Handicap: 18.4)
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Alfie B rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 20 2019
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Paul W rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 24 2018
Nice course
This is a good challenge and it's a good layout with interesting holes all the way round. The greens were very quick, which was impressive for the time of year.Disappointed that we weren't told in advance that the majority of holes would be off temp tees. Think this is their winter policy as I imaging the place can be boggy when it's been raining a lot. But it hadn't rained that much and we had to walk passed a lot of very playable tee boxes.
The clubhouse is virtually brand new and is impressive. However, they haven't connected the changing rooms to it which was a bit of a mystery as to why not.
The welcome was warm and the food was good.
(Round played: Nov 2018 - Score: 94 Handicap: 13.5)
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David N rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 8 2018
A challenging course worth playing
Course was pretty wet, so only carrying was permitted, however all greens were in use and very playable. The clubhouse is currently being extended and undergoing some modernisation which is due to be completed by end of February 2018.Reviewer Rating
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Dean E rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 31 2016
always a good test of golf at this course
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Rob W rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 27 2015
A nice tricky course with some very good holes. It is a bit tight in places with the odd golf ball flying over your fairway.
(Round played: Apr 2015 - Score: 102 Handicap: 22.5)
(Round played: Apr 2015 - Score: 102 Handicap: 22.5)
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Neil C rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 21 2012
good course. has been a little neglected in places and the greens, whilst being fast and smooth, dont seem to run true. however, it's a top course for the money, a really friendly feel to the place and the members seem very friendly. challenging in a good way and there is still some investment going on.
Membership is a little pricey for what it is. £1000 and I'd join tomorrow.
(Round played: Jun 2012 - Score: 87 Handicap: 12.8)
Membership is a little pricey for what it is. £1000 and I'd join tomorrow.
(Round played: Jun 2012 - Score: 87 Handicap: 12.8)
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Steve C rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 16 2012
Adding old rounds. Cant remebner much about this one
(Round played: Nov 2011 - Score: 99 Handicap: 18)
(Round played: Nov 2011 - Score: 99 Handicap: 18)
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Gary K rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 2 2025
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View of a 23 handicapper.Small putting green, 2 nets and a practice bunker.
1st par 4 has a ditch running across the fairway at about 220yds, so if like me, lay up.
There are 4 par 3s 2nd, 8th, 12th and 17th. The 12th is tricky as the green slopes l - r with pond tight to the green on the right.
Overall a lovely course to play, but be aware the 19th can close early!!!
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Paul W rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 23 2025
Very nice
Course in great condition, especially the greens.Welcome was very friendly and food was great.
It's a tough course if you're remotely wayward. There are some very tough, punishing, holes and I wouldn't recommend it to beginners or very high handicaps. Plenty of narrow gaps, ditches and water to negotiate.
Good range of practice areas (putting, chipping, bunker and a range.
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James B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 4 2024
LOVELY FLAT COURSE
Excellent true greens and surrounds, lovely verdant fairways and long Par 4's. You need to think your way around this classic parkland course, but good scores are out there for the astute! It is also built on a reasonably level piece of land so a really nice walk with very little in the way of hills.Reviewer Rating
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Ray R rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 29 2024
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Martyn A rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 25 2023
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Martin B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 10 2022
Marvellous
Very friendly club - course was challenging enough for our society. Excellent food and service- what more could we ask forReviewer Rating
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Mark A rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 28 2022
Very good course. Excellent condition also. not has hard as I thought it would be.
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Steven W rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 25 2022
Tight course but good condition and very good breakfast ????
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John B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 2 2022
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David K rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 4 2021
Very good course
Good course in excellent condition - challenging without being too difficult for a high handicap layerReviewer Rating
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Kerstin W rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 11 2021
Well maintained, challenging course
The maintenance of tees and greens, particularly around the clubhouse, is fantastic. I had wanted to play here for a number of years but I couldn't stretch to full membership, so finally got to play as a visitor. Plenty of directional challenges. The only downside is it looked like the course is susceptible to flooding as it was still waterlogged in places despite nearly 3 weeks of dry weather. Despite a disastrous round in terms of score, I'm looking forward to going back.Reviewer Rating
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Andrew B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 8 2021
Enjoyed more than was expecting to
Back 9 more challenging than first, in terms of keeping your score up, so make hay in the first 9!Reviewer Rating
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Martin B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 28 2021
Society returning after a long absence
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Mike R rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 1 2020
Very nice course
Nicely laid out members owned course. All in decent condition with just a few areas of wear. Plenty of water, ditches and dog legs to negotiate makes it a thinking mans course. The fairways Are pretty generous but are usually flanked by trees. The bunkers are well placed to catch you out and several of the greens are small which makes the aim important. Clubhouse is nothing special from the front but is pleasant inside and the catering was excellent.Reviewer Rating
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Graham/Colchester rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 24 2020
Worth a visit
I have not played the Bentley for 30 years until our society due to Covid had to postpone our 40th anniversary tour due to have been at Carnoustie . We did an Essex tour with our own homes as the base and played The Bentley twice . It is tough to play to your handicap at The Bentley but the challenge is food . The food after was very good both days . Club was friendly .Reviewer Rating
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Neel V rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 17 2020
Warm Welcome
A tight course, but very good condition, an incredibly warm welcome from staff and members.Thoroughly enjoyed the round, and would definitely return
(Round played: Jul 2020 - Score: 87 Handicap: 12.6)
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Ali M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 29 2020
Greens like glass so good!!!
Great course cant wait to play again, my son loved it and I went as guest also. They dealt with the situations superbly and the club was pro was superb in the shop.(Round played: Jun 2020 - Score: 98 Handicap: 11.4)
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Harminder S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 24 2020
A good course in Essex
With the lockdown still in progress I'm not able to comment on the course facilities. The course was in good condition and looks well maintained. The greens had patches of brown which I thought would have been worked on during the lockdown. The perhaps damage from the adverse winter condition buts other course I have visited have really worked on their greens. This was a bit of a downer.Reviewer Rating
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Jim I rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 18 2019
Great spot
Attractive course with plenty of challenges, in great condition. Subtle green slopes to catch you out. Some greens a bit spongey after heavy downpour but greens and tee boxes both well looked after. Will no doubt have benefited from rains after a number of hot weeks. New clubhouse, apparently good food. Twilight price good.(Round played: Aug 2019 - Score: 99 Handicap: 23.2)
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Bentley Golf Club Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Bentley Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of a driving range at this venue.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Bentley Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Bentley Golf Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Bentley 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 Bentley Golf Club?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Bentley Golf Club.
Can you hire buggies at Bentley 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 Bentley Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of being able to hire golf clubs here.
Is there a bar at Bentley Golf Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Bentley Golf Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Bentley Golf Club
Is there accommodation at Bentley Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Bentley Golf Club?
Yes there is the option to hire out function or conference rooms. Contact Bentley Golf Club for further details.
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