Lives
Letchworth GC, Herts, UK
Handicap
25+
Skill
Beginner
Plays
Once a week

Review Statistics

Average Rating

4.3
4.2
Total 4 Reviews

Rating Breakdown

4 Reviews
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
0
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Recommended Courses
3
Not Recommended Courses
1
Helpful Votes Count
0
Not Helpful Votes Count
0
First Review
08/19/2017
Last Review
08/26/2017

Reviews Map

Reviews

4.2
Advanced Filters
Overall Rating
Course Difficulty
First time playing this course
Recommended
Review has

Colmworth & North Beds Golf Club

Played On 08/25/2017
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked

One off the beaten track

This was a delightful course with some quite straightforward holes and a few with interesting twists.It seemed difficult to lose a ball on the opening 6 which, as a 28+ handicapper inspired confidence.

The 12th was a challenge especially after not studying the back of the scorecard showing that the green had water to the back as well as both sides and part of the front. Although there were quite a few seemingly straightforward open holes these, for me, merely served to lure one into a false sense of security. Woe betide anyone who thinks the only way to lose a ball on the latter 12, is in the water.

The only slight disappointment was the greenkeeper who decide to delay our round approx. 10 minutes on the 6th by cutting the outer part of the green, this resulted in eventually backing us into the 2 ball behind us (disappointing when behind them there seemed to be no one for half an hour or so). Being super critical, for the newcomer, some noticeboards on the tee boxes identifying the hole and layout wouldn't go amiss and perhaps a little more signage pointing toward the next tee on a few holes.

There was a rustic charm to the clubhouse and pro-shop which doubled as the bar and eatery this was staffed by a very courteous and friendly team.

All in all a smashing find, we'll definitely spend the half hour travel time to seek this one out again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate

Batchwood Golf & Tennis Centre

Played On 08/22/2017
2.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

A public course

Fairly obvious this was a public course, unfortunately. My playing partner (who's a single figure handicapper) commented that it was obvious the greens hadn't been cut for a few days. We had to wait 3-4 times for Joe/Joanne public to walk aimlessly across, down or around the course. Having shouted fore at another who seemed to be engrossed in something near the 8th green before retiring, with his dog, back to the tree presumably whence he'd come, I was relieved to see the ball which he'd been totally oblivious to, fell short of hitting him. Many of the distance markers had been either moved, swapped or removed which was frustrating. As new comers, it was somewhat confusing when pin flag colours randomly changed making it hard to judge which green we were supposed to be aiming for.

Nothing which investment in some dedicated greenkeepers and a course marshal wouldn't fix.

Buggies were available and the 19th is the Leisure Centre with no obvious bar, etc. There was no pro shop and you pick-up your booking, card or pay for the round, extras, etc. at the main reception desk which isn't obvious when first arriving in the car park.

Sadly not a course we will be returning to anytime soon.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

The Millbrook Golf Club

Played On 08/18/2017
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart

A game between showers

Despite the unexpected showers this was a rather enjoyable if not challenging round. The opening hole is a fair warning of the elevation changes to come on a few of the other holes. This coupled with the narrowness of some of the longer fairways (it's worth marking your ball to avoid the wrong one being played, should you or others stray, where 3/4 fairways run side by side) and some twin greens made the course an impressive and eclectic mix.

It was evident the course and greens were well looked after. We were, however, a little disappointed that the driving range wasn't available for a whole 30-40 minutes prior to our tee time due to it being serviced including being cut! (baffled that this was done around noon on a busy Friday?).

Personally I would love to revisit this course now I've a better idea of its layout.

Whilst we found the round excellent value for money, £8.50 for two pints meant we emulated Mrs. Wembley with 'Just the one' at the 19th.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Panshanger Golf Complex

Played On 08/10/2017
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Sunshine after the rain

The weather was sunny after the previous few days of rain which meant the bunkers were GUR due to many being water logged, however, the rest of the course, including the greens were dry. Staff were polite and courteous. The course was quite challenging and picturesque with a good variety of different holes. One of my playing partners (with a single figure handicap) found it entertaining and enjoyed it enough to remark he would like to visit again. All in all a good day was had by all.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Now Reading