Stansted Lane, Ash,
nr Brands Hatch, Kent TN15 7EH
Office
+44 (0)1474 879 899Pro shop
+44 (0)1474 879 899Fax
+44 (0)1474 879 912Website
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Paul Stuart (Director of Golf)Academy
London Golf Club AcademyThe Course:
18 holes. Open parkland. Undulating terrain - a few slopes to climb.
Surroundings:
Rural countryside.
Designer:
Jack Nicklaus
Above distances are for the Heritage course. Also at London GC is the 18-hole International Course (par-72; 7,005 yards from the back tees). See separate Where2Golf.com entry.
51.345619
0.288595
26 miles SE of central London
Travelling from London, leave the M20 motorway at exit 2. Follow the A20 towards West Kingsdown / Brands Hatch race circuit. After 1.5 miles turn right into Stansted Lane. Golf entrance is 100 metres on the left.
London Golf Club (Heritage course): Located just a couple of miles outside the M25 orbital motorway, London Golf Club was inspired by Japanese businessman Masao Nagahara. It is home to two excellent layouts: the private, Jack Nicklaus designed Heritage course, and the equally attractive, public-access International course, created by Ron Kirby (at the time a member of Nicklaus Design).
Both London Golf Club's courses are set in wonderfully open rolling Kent countryside. The Heritage course includes several small lakes and a vast array of stylishly crafted bunkers. The standard of upkeep ensures a high quality feel as you play your way round this pleasantly challenging layout. Good-width fairways roam across the nicely undulating and relatively open terrain. Lakes, long grassy rough and small bushes pose the greatest threat to wayward tee-shots, rather than trees or dense woodland. Big-hitters and short-game aficionados alike are given their chance to shine.
The proximity of the M20 motorway on a few holes and the distant Brands Hatch motor racing circuit provide a reminder that 21st century life is never too far away. Any "traffic" noise is not however overly intrusive. The only real "issue' here is that the splendid Heritage course is reserved exclusively for members and their guests. Thankfully visitors do get the chance to sample London Golf Club's equally impressive International course.
The Heritage Course is a private course for members and their guests. London GC's International course welcomes visitors.
Players generally walk this course.
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London Golf Club is part of the Bendinat Group, based in Mallorca and specialising in real estate and golf development. The Bendinat Estate is one of the most exclusive properties in Mallorca, with a prime development covering some 800 acres (300 hectares) and located on the bay of Palma between the Mediterranean and the Sierra de Na Burguesa. On the estate is the 18-hole championship golf course, Real Golf De Bendinat. | Just 2 miles away from London GC is one of the UK's top motor racing circuits, Brands Hatch. This famous race track hosted 12 British Grand Prix (Formula One) events between 1964 and 1986. It continues to be used for motor racing, and is also open to the public for various track and special event days.
Brandshatch Road, Fawkham, Brands Hatch, Kent DA3 8NQ
+44 (0)1474 872 239
Visit websiteA sophisticated Georgian mansion house built in 1806, Brandshatch Place stands proudly in twelve and a half acres of lush countryside in the Garden of England. Recent extensive refurbishment has transformed and upgraded the hotel into a very high standard. Awarded two AA rosettes it is also now noted for excellent cuisine.
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London Golf Club
Royal Blackheath; The Addington; Selsdon Park; Tandridge; Nizels; Hever Castle.
Brands Hatch, Dartford, Kent DA3 8PE
+44 (0)870 333 9128
Visit websiteThistle Brands Hatch is uniquely located in the 500 acre parkland of the world famous Grand Prix Circuit and has easy access to the M25, M20 and the Kent countryside. This modern hotel has 121 bedrooms including executive rooms.
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London Golf Club
Royal Blackheath; The Addington; Selsdon Park; Tandridge; Nizels; Hever Castle.
Women’s (British) Open: the last women’s major championship of the season is hosted by Royal Porthcawl GC. It’s the first time this fabulous seaside links course has hosted the event (July 31-Aug 3).
Walker Cup: the 50th playing of this prestigious men’s amateur event sees the GB&I go head-to-head against the defending USA team at Cypress Point Club, California (Sept 6-7). After that, all eyes turn to Bethpage State Park on Long Island, NY, where the American and defending European professional teams engage in the 45th Ryder Cup (Sept 27-29).
Lottie Woad: 21-year-old Woad burst onto the professional scene in July, with wins in the Women’s Irish Open (as an amateur) and three weeks later in the Women’s Scottish Open (as a professional). She nearly picked-up a major championship, placing third in The Evian in the same month.
Pádraig Harrington: the ever-likeable Irishman added the (British) Senior Open Championship title to his stellar array of tournament successes. His win came on Sunningdale’s spectacular Old Course. Harrington had already bagged the U.S. Senior Open title in June this year.
The Dutch: "It's no' just a game", as they say in Scotland, and that's certainly true at The Dutch. With 5-star services throughout, a lavishly comfortable Loch Lomond-inspired clubhouse, and a superbly designed and presented golf course, one could not ask for more from this top-end private club.
Join us at The Dutch from August 21–24 for the Festival of Golf, featuring the HotelPlanner Tour. Experience four days of top-tier sport, live music, incredible food, and unexpected surprises. Explore the grounds, connect with others, embrace new challenges, and dive into an unforgettable celebration. Click here to buy tickets.
Here at Prince’s Golf Club you'll find 27 excellent holes of links golf. Just over the fence and sharing similar terrain is Royal St George’s; but Prince’s is far from overshadowed by its venerable neighbour. The three nine-hole loops at Prince's, laid out over gently undulating terrain, are sure to bring a smile of satisfaction to all lovers of links golf.
Stay&Play at Prince's: excellent onsite Lodge accommodation available
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