Aberdovey Golf Club
Course Information
Aberdovey Golf Club, Gwynedd is an 18 hole, par 71 (6535 yard), private, championship links golf course designed by James Braid, Fowler & Colt. Founded in 1892.
18 holes | Par 71 | 6535 yards | Private | Links
About Aberdovey Golf Club
Golf Club Overview
Address: Station Road, Aberdovey, Gwynedd, LL35 ORT United Kingdom
Tel: 01654 767493
Golf Pro: Rob Grier | Tel: 01654 767493
Website: https://www.aberdoveygolf.co.uk/
Golf Club Facilities
Click the following link to find out what facilities are available at Aberdovey Golf Club and read frequently asked questions.
Visitor Information & Green Fees
Price Guide: £££££
* Visitors are warmly welcomed.
* Book online for discounted rates - see website.
* Clubhouse has 10 excellent twin-bedded ensuite rooms on site.
Midweek Guide: £110 before 3:00pm, £75 after 3:00pm *
Weekend Guide: Sat £120 before 3:00pm, £85 after 3:00pm *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
- 7 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 | ||
| Aberdovey | White | 71 | 72 [125] | 6535 | ||
| Aberdovey | Yellow | 71 | 72 [121] | 6091 | ||
| Aberdovey | Gold | 69 | 69.6 [124] | 6036 | ||
| Aberdovey | Red | 74 | 75 [135] | 5860 | ||
Aberdovey Golf Club Reviews
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GOLFSHAKE RATING
4.9
AVERAGE RATING 4.5
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What the club says: At 6,535 yards off the white tees, the course is not long by the standard of many newer courses. However, the real defences lie in the wind which is often a gentle zephyr but can be a stiff blow. For example, if playing 36 holes, the 193 yard par 3 5th hole could require a full hit with a driver in the morning and an 8 iron in the afternoon. Whatever the wind, it cannot spoil your enjoyment of the wonderful setting where the hills reach down to the very edges of the course. It was Bernard Darwin, the first literary giant of the game who returned here regularly, who wrote "Aberdovey is the course that my soul loves best of all the courses in the world"; one can understand why.
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Duncan D rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 10 2025
UK Top 100 oh yes!
Cracking course. Very welcoming club, breakfast is a must. Practice facilities perfectly manicured, almost as good as the course. Tee boxes were on a par with some greens I’ve played this year. Fairways undulating and defined, greens best I’ve played this year. Ticked off my bucket list at last, but think I’ll be back!Reviewer Rating
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West Midlands rated 1.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 22 2025
Great course and hospitality BUT, beware of 'refund policy' when boo
Great course and hospitality BUT, beware of 'refund policy' when booking...A group of 10 of us booked well in advance, we had food and drinks and returned the next day for breakfast - all of which was great.
It was however very disappointing that only a credit note for green fees / buggy hire was offered as a member of our society was unable to play due to injury, despite 9 others playing and the injured individual still staying for food / drinks. We played 4 courses in the area, Aberdovey was the only course to take this approach with cash refunds offered at each as we're not local.
On this basis and lack of empathy from the office (pro shop and bar were excellent), I'd be hesitant to rebook which is a shame as the course is very good.
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Jeff M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 5 2025
Absolutely fantastic course, practice/putting green. Fairways lush even in the dry weather. Greens so true (& respected - no pitch marks). Pro shop and clubhouse very friendly. Twilight rates great value
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Applive T rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 27 2025
Must vist
Super super super. Great location, great golf course and a must visit golf venue. Always in first class conditions and a place everyone should visit at least once.Reviewer Rating
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NC Midlands rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 21 2024
Links course which I had never played a links before, really made to feel welcome by all staff.
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A Golfer rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 6 2024
Aberdovey is fantastic with its links layout providing stunning views of the coast. The old-style play, where players move on to the next tee and play on, adds to the traditional charm. The course is beautifully presented and the greens are in fantastic condition. The bonus of breathtaking coastal views makes this a must-play course for every golfer.
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A Golfer rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 6 2024
A great links course in a great setting. Well maintained fairways and great greens. Also has a history.
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A Golfer rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 6 2024
It was in extremely good condition when we played with a interesting layout. Its also not often that we get to play this kind of links course. Great clubhouse too!
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Pete E rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed May 30 2024
Enjoyable round
Greens were the best Ive ever playedBeautiful course and in great condition. Everyone was friendly
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David P rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 4 2023
Aberdovey - Superb
A very welcoming & friendly golf club.A wonderful golf course out of the top drawer.
Accommodation, food & service all simply wonderful.
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David L rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 21 2022
Not a great challenge in calm conditions
This is a pleasant golf club, the staff are friendly and the course is well laid out but not a great challenge in dry mild conditions but its a pleasant walk.Reviewer Rating
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Russ R rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 17 2022
Absolute beauty
Great positive start walking into the pro shop, lads super friendly and welcoming. Course was in great condition, new to links and found the fringes a bit weird as played the run up to find soft fronts pitch it on and rock hard bounces. I'm guessing a few visits you gain the knowledge. greens superb.Should have driven the 16th, finished with 3 bogeys last being 100yrds out :-( back to finish strong next time.
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Stephen G rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 10 2022
Love links Golf
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Adrian H rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 12 2022
Tough day in the wind
A great day, course was in good nick and lots of fun. Worth being aware there are lots of little water hazards on most holes which are often hidden.Reviewer Rating
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Mark C rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 22 2022
Fantastic Course
Wind was really breezing for the first 5/6 holes, then died down. The greens were amazing for this time of the year and Links course layout was brilliant and challenging and the scenario was picture perfect. Very friendly club and would recommend.(Round played: Feb 2022 - Score: 82 Handicap: 12.1)
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A Golfer rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 7 2021
Great Course
Great course, excellent condition and very challenging.Reviewer Rating
Richard M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 19 2021
Fabulous experience, stay in the dormy!
We played Royal St Davids then travelled to Aberdovey to stay in dormy before play the next day. Really nice club house with great local ale and a balcony overlooking the 18th green. Dormy is modern with nice ensuite (my room #1 was literally next to the 18th green). Breakfast in the club house is the best!Course is fab. Proper links, wonderful sound of the sea just over the dunes. Perfect for the links purist with lots of undulations (2nd hole especially!). ON back nine there are so many ditches to navigate - reminiscent of Saunton East/West in North Devon (certainly not intimating but demanding of your attention!). Fabulous course,
Paid £127 for green fee and dormy. what a steal! (Even managed a beach walk before our round and the beach is fabulous!!)
Nice short game practice area and practice putting green.
PS My playing partner played off 23 handicap and shot 46 points. So if you take your A game.......
(Round played: Aug 2021 - Score: 87 Handicap: 11.7)
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Martin P rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 27 2021
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Paul K rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 27 2021
(Round played: Sep 2020 - Score: 81 Handicap: 8.5)
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Rod U rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 29 2021
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Danny P rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 26 2020
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Mr W rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 30 2019
Justifiably in everybody top 5 best courses in Wales
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Danny P rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 24 2019
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Kuni P rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 19 2019
Links Golf at its best
We played the course late August, it was still recovering from last years drought. They sensibly allowed placement on the fairways. The rough was brutal as you would expect in links golf. Some fantastic holes like the blind par 3 hopefully with a bit of rain the course will return to its best as some greens were not in great shape. The course on the whole is excellent and a real challenge for all ranges of golfers.Reviewer Rating
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Richard M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 5 2019
Great in and out links
Loved staying in the dormy right on the 18th green. Really put me in the mood!Some exceptional holes on outward 9. The par 3 3rd is blind and great fun!
The day we played in October was rare as the wind blew in the opposite direction to normal. Hence we made mince meat of the outbound but struggled so much on back! So beware which way it blows when you play!
Some really unique holes like the par 3 twelth with wonderful views of the bay from the green. The dog leg left 17th by the railway line is a lovely hole ( beware the train drivers toot their horns no doubt to warm you! ( my playing partner put 3 tee shots onto the line! So can see why!!)
The club house is beautiful too. The barman was incredible. He knows every Newcastle United FC result including scorers going back over the last 20 years. Test him. He will even wager free drinks if he gets it wrong!!
Great fun
Excellent dormy rooms. Very modern. Full en-suite. And breakfast is top notch
Recommend doing what some do. Play aberdovey on day 1. Then take train to Harlech to play Roysl st Davids. Then return to aberdovey dormy before playing again on day 3 before returning home
But I wouldn't recommend what some members do who play front nine then skip the first half of the back nine! Which seems crazy to me. I don't think there is a weak hole on this course!!
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Stephen C rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 11 2018
Top Course
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Tony M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 19 2018
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David L rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 28 2018
A very pleasant COURSE AN GOOD CONDITION CONSIDERING THE DRY WEATHER FOR THE LAT 2 MONTHS.
(Round played: Jul 2018 - Score: 86 Handicap: 18.2)
(Round played: Jul 2018 - Score: 86 Handicap: 18.2)
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Stephen M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 8 2018
Stunning course , a good slog in the wind and you soon learn to keep the ball down.
(Round played: Mar 2018 - Score: 92 Handicap: 18.2)
(Round played: Mar 2018 - Score: 92 Handicap: 18.2)
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D. Walton rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 14 2018
Great set up
Visited for the first time in March. What a great set up. Accommodation on site. Practice facilities right outside my room along with the course. Beach is around 100 yards from the 1st tee. Amazing views and beach as far as the eye can see when the tide is out. Course was in really good condition but told that the rough was short and it was easy to find any wayward balls. When it grows it's treacherous! Everyone was extremely friendly and breakfasts great. Pro shop fab too. Planning my next trip.Reviewer Rating
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Aberdovey Golf Club Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Aberdovey Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of a driving range at this venue.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Aberdovey Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Aberdovey Golf Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Aberdovey 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 Aberdovey Golf Club?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Aberdovey Golf Club.
Can you hire buggies at Aberdovey 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 Aberdovey Golf Club?
Yes you can hire golf clubs but these will be subject to availability. Contact Aberdovey Golf Club prior to your visit to confirm your requirements.
Is there a bar at Aberdovey Golf Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Aberdovey Golf Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Aberdovey Golf Club
Is there accommodation at Aberdovey Golf Club?
Yes there is accommodation at Aberdovey Golf Club. Please visit their website for further details and plan a golf break there.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Aberdovey Golf Club?
Yes there is the option to hire out function or conference rooms. Contact Aberdovey Golf Club for further details.
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