Basset Down Golf Complex
Price Guide: ££ | HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Course Information
Basset Down Golf Complex, Wiltshire is a 9 hole, par 72 (6184 yard), private, parkland golf course established in 2005.
9 holes | Par 72 | 6184 yards | Private | Parkland
Tee Time Information
Midweek Guide: Standard £14.00 for 9 holes, special offers also available *
Weekend Guide: Standard £16.00 for 9 holes, special offers also available *
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Visitor Information
No juniors on the course before 12:00 at weekends. Dogs are allowed on the course, but must be kept on a lead at all times.
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
- Voucher Deals Available
- 7 Day Membership Available
- 5 Day Membership Available
Contact Information
Address: Lower Salthrop, Bassett Down, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN4 9QW United Kingdom
Tel: 01793 812336
Golf Pro: Ian Bolt & Swindon Premier Golf Academy | Tel: 01793 812336
Website: http://www.bassetdowngolfcourse.com/
Nearby
 | Broome Manor Golf Club from 261 reviewsDistance 3.28 miles |
 | The Wiltshire Hotel, Golf and Country Club from 119 reviews Distance 3.92 miles |
 | Ogbourne Downs Golf Club from 166 reviewsDistance 7.03 miles |
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Basset Down Golf Complex Reviews & Information
Golfshake Rating
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Average Ratings
4.10 ... Overall Rating
4.14 ... The Course
4.08 ... Course Cond.
3.98 ... Facilities/Serv.
4.30 ... VFM
4.10 ... Overall Rating
4.14 ... The Course
4.08 ... Course Cond.
3.98 ... Facilities/Serv.
4.30 ... VFM
Addtional Ratings
4.25 ... Pace of play
4.77 ... Hospitality.
4.25 ... Prac. Facil.
4.33 ... Food + Drink
4.25 ... Pace of play
4.77 ... Hospitality.
4.25 ... Prac. Facil.
4.33 ... Food + Drink
Reviews
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91 ratings & 59 reviews on Golfshake. Ranked 1559 out of 2183.
HIGHLY RATED - 100% would play again or recommend
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What the club says: Set under the back drop of the North Chalk Downs on the edge of Swindon this family-run 9 hole course covers 100 acres of mature parkland. The natural contours of the land, mature trees and hedgerows make this an interesting course with many natural obstacles including water features, also bunkers and hazards. The complex also has a 20-bay floodlight driving range, licensed cafe and two footgolf courses.
Golf Course Reviews for Basset Down Golf Complex
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The golf courses reviews are the personal opinions of members of Golfshake who completed a review after playing the course. These opinions do not necessarily represent the views of Golfshake.com
Reviewed Jun 19 2020 by Mark B - rated 5 out of 5 A Round
Course in excellent condition, the ground staff have used the close down to work well. The reception is as welcoming as always.(Round played: Jun 2020 - Score: 104 Handicap: 23.6)
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Reviewed Jun 14 2020 by Isabel R - rated 4 out of 5 Nine hole course well worth a visit
Undergoing extension to facilitates but still open.Course (layout/challlenge)
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Reviewed Oct 2 2019 by James G - rated 4 out of 5 nice little course
nice course. greens and fairways were nice. Service was good and very friendly. Its quite a short course but is quite testing and overall very good value(Round played: Oct 2019 - Score: 45 Handicap: )
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Reviewed Sep 12 2019 by Isabel R - rated 4 out of 5 Good all round course
Hidden gem : 9 holes, well drained and in lovely condition. Home made cakes are to die for.Course (layout/challlenge)
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Reviewed Jul 11 2019 by Alex B - rated 5 out of 5 Why you should go to basset down golf complex
I thought it was very good as the greens were nice and fast and the course wasn?t scuffed up. Also now that the course is tarmaced the course it?s easier to push our trolleys alongCourse (layout/challlenge)
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Reviewed Jul 11 2019 by Alex B - rated 5 out of 5 Why you should go to basset down golf complex
I thought it was very good as the greens were nice and fast and the course wasn?t scuffed up. Also now that the course is tarmaced the course it?s easier to push our trolleys alongCourse (layout/challlenge)
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Reviewed Mar 20 2019 by Gillingham - rated 3 out of 5 New holes open
Basset Down is quite a "new kid on the block" having opened in 2005 but is not sitting back on its laurels, for four new holes have come into play, and in fact are now the highlight of the course. Since opening, the site has attracted many golfers both to the fine chalkland based course, but also the fine driving range, and this combined with a very friendly reception, a basic but adequate bar and eating area has made it a welcome addition to the Wiltshire countryside.As mentioned earlier, four new holes have come into play whilst work is afoot to build more with the aim of making it a full 18 holes in the next few years.
Whilst work is ongoing, the 2019 version starts with a real toughie, a dog leg right par 4 where the marker is the only clue and just aim for this is the only answer. At the dogleg, the green then comes into view to the right, a hummucky affair and well protected. The 2nd is a delightful short par 3, whilst the 3rd has water in front of the tee and to the left. Whilst this shouldn't really come into play, it doesn't half prey on the mind. Another well moulded green where a par is a bonus, and then to the 4th, the last of the newly opened holes, this a level and then slightly down hill approach through well mounded humps. These four holes in truth are now the highlight of the course, and would not be out of place on any course.
Over the road and it is to five of the original course, and whilst all very playable, do not have the same "gee feel!" as the first 4. The present 6th is a bit of a quandry hole for an exacting tee shot needs to be played to get sight of the sloping green which is over water and very well protected by large trees. 7 & 8 are two respectable longinsh par 4's whilst the current 9th hole is a short, but good par 5 down a rolling fairway.
Overall, a pleasant full length 9 hole course, where, if the newer holes being built are as good as the present first 4, then, it will become a fine full 18 in time.
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Reviewed Dec 12 2018 by Christine B - rated 5 out of 5 Fabulous Course
Basset Down is a lovely course, the staff are fabulous, food and drink is excellent(Round played: Sep 2018 - Score: 60 Handicap: )
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Reviewed Apr 3 2018 by Neville S - rated 3 out of 5 Friendly Course
Basset Down is a 9 Hole course that's not going to be the toughest challenge that you'll ever face. The fairways are mostly wide and welcoming, the bunkers are shallow and often hidden away to the sides of the greens, and if you play well then you're going to score well.There are a couple of holes that will make you think, like the 2nd where the tee shot has to be in the right spot on the fairway to give you a short shot to the green, or the 7th where your tee shot has to find a gap between trees and bushes. Generally though the course is fairly open and probably better suited to mid and high handicap players.
I didn't see the course at it's best thanks to a lot of rain that's fallen over the weekend, but I was surprised to see that the greens and tees handled it far better than a lot of courses that I've played recently.
I imagine that the course is one that looks a lot better once the trees get some leaves on them, but there are some nice views and I imagine that the greens will be very good once Spring eventually gets here.
I'd just like to add what a pleasant & friendly welcome I got both before and after my round in the clubhouse.
(Round played: Apr 2018 - Score: 98 Handicap: 18.9)
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Reviewed Dec 20 2017 by Andrew C - rated 5 out of 5 Lovely course
Nice course, incredibly friendly staff.Course (layout/challlenge)
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Reviewed Dec 17 2017 by Matt H - rated 2 out of 5 Great course for getting into golf
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Reviewed Dec 11 2017 by Nigel J - rated 3 out of 5 Super 9 hole course
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Reviewed Jul 2 2017 by Mar8 G - rated 4 out of 5 lovely course. The bunkers are very hard and very quick which makes this course very hard on your short game
(Round played: Jul 2017 - Score: 87 Handicap: 12.3)
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Reviewed Jun 27 2017 by Mark B - rated 5 out of 5 Friendly course and club
A well kept course, testing enough for an enjoyable round. Friendly welcome in the clubhouse at all times.(Round played: Jun 2017 - Score: 94 Handicap: 24.5)
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Reviewed May 2 2017 by William G - rated 4 out of 5 Excellently Kept course, albeit only 9 holes, but the course is expanding by another 4 holes later in the year and another 5 are planned to make it a true 18 hole course.
(Round played: May 2017 - Score: 53 Handicap: )
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Reviewed Mar 25 2017 by Mark S - rated 4 out of 5 Good course, lovely setting and some good holes. Good value and friendly service
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Reviewed Mar 22 2017 by Rukshi W - rated 3 out of 5 View more
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Reviewed Nov 17 2016 by William G - rated 4 out of 5 Excellent course, nearly always playable and after heavy rain, drains exceptionally well.
Excellent driving range with automatic tees and adjustable height.
(Round played: Nov 2016 - Score: 99 Handicap: 0)
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Reviewed Oct 1 2016 by Paul S - rated 4 out of 5 A wet round and greens could have been in better condition
(Round played: Oct 2016 - Score: 96 Handicap: 27.4)
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Reviewed Sep 20 2016 by Christine B - rated 5 out of 5 Course is always in excellent condition, Staff are very friendly and helpful. The food is wonderful
(Round played: Sep 2016 - Score: 60 Handicap: )
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