Grove Road
Guildford
Surrey
GU1 2HL
01483 563941
Guildford Golf Club is a traditional downland course sited on Merrow Downs. The views from the course are exceptional and include Guildford Cathedral (from the 18th and the practice ground), the Wembley Arch (from the 6th hole), the Post Office Tower (the 4th and panoramic views of the Surrey countryside throughout.
Based on chalk, the course is one of the best draining golf courses in the area, making winter golf as enjoyable as it is in the summer. Whilst other courses may become boggy, Guildford does not and we seldom use temporary greens.
The par-69 course itself is a gem. Don’t let the yardage of 6160 yards, relatively short in terms of championship golf courses, fool you. It is no easy option, as was proven by 2007’s Pro-Am event where only one of the professional golfers was under par with a winning score of 70. A number of our challenging par 4s play much longer than they appear on the score card (the 1st, 6th, 10th, 14th and 17th for example), with uphill approaches to greens and wind adding significant distance to the holes.
The par 3s are a significant test. Whilst the 2nd is a friendly 126 yard hole, ideal for nearest the pin contests, make the most of it as the remaining four par 3s are a tougher proposition altogether. The 7th at 215 yards and the 13th at 200 yards have a distinctly “links-like” feel; whilst the 11th can be open to all the elements, so golfers should be wary of wind direction and strength.
Two special holes are the 8th and 15th. The 8th at 555 yards plays shorter than its yardage, courtesy of being downhill and its views coming around the dog leg are wonderful. The 15th or “crater hole” presents a daunting tee shot before golfers encounter lovely views of Woking and beyond from the fairway.
The traditional Victorian Clubhouse offers three bars and a variety meeting and function rooms that are used for visitors, societies, private functions, corporate meetings and events. Guildford Golf Club has a long history of providing excellent F&B for any occasion, as well as offering a friendly and welcoming reception when you arrive.
