Shenley Hill,
Radlett, Hertfordshire WD7 7AZ
Office
+44 (0)1923 854 127Pro shop
+44 (0)1923 854 366Fax
+44 (0)1923 855 475Website
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Scott Bailey (Head PGA Professional)The Course:
18 holes. Tree-lined & open parkland. Undulating terrain - several slopes to climb.
Surroundings:
Woodland and open countryside.
Designer:
Cuthbert Butchart, with significant later re-styling by J.H. Taylor.
51.688388
-0.309119
16 miles NW of central London
Leave the M25 at exit 22 (St Albans) and take B556 direction Radlett. After 1 mile turn left onto B5378 direction Shenley. After 1 mile turn right at roundabout into Radlett Road direction Radlett, and immediately left into Radlett Lane direction Radlett. After 1.5 miles turn right into golf club.
Porters Park Golf Club: It is no surprise that Porters Park often gets an strong mention on many published lists of the capital's top golf venues. The central feature of this quintessentially English parkland course, is a stream that runs through the bottom of the course, providing a natural water hazard on at least seven of the holes.
Porters Park is laid out on wonderfully undulating terrain, with a requirement that several holes criss-cross the aforementioned meandering stream. The course also includes excellent (though not excessive) bunkering, a wonderful variety of trees, and many splendid long par-4s ... the 8th, 11th and 18th holes are just three among many gems.
Visitors welcome on weekdays; no outside visitors on weekends.
Must book in advance. Proof of handicap required.
Contact club for full details, discounts, packages, etc. [Last updated: 2021].
Players generally walk this course.
Limited
The history of Porters Park Golf Club goes back to the early 1890s; it became established at its present location in 1899. Each year the club plays host to a prestigious Open Amateur event, The King George V Coronation Challenge Cup. Porters Park also held regional qualifying events for the Open Championship between 1984 and 1989.
Chandler's Cross, Rickmansworth, Herts WD3 4TG
+44 (0)1923 807 807
Visit websiteFrom 1753 to 1923 The Grove was the main home of the Earls of Clarendon, one of England's most fashionable aristocratic families. The original house has been significantly extended into a 5-star luxury hotel, offering 227 guest rooms, spa facilities and an acclaimed Kyle Phillip's designed golf course. Here you can enjoy traditional country house elegance combined with 21st century amenities, and beautiful views over the 300 acre estate. The Grove is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World group.
The Grove
Moor Park; Sandy Lodge; Pinner Hill.
Stoke Poges; The Buckinghamshire; Berkhamsted; Ashridge; Finchley; Mill Hill; Hadley Wood; Old Fold Manor; Porters Park; Brookmans Park.
Swanland Rd, South Mimms, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire EN6 3NH
+44 (0)870 400 9072
Visit websiteNo
Porters Park; Old Fold Manor; Brookmans Park; Hadley Wood; Mill Hill
The Grove; Moor Park; Sandy Lodge; Pinner Hill; The Buckinghamshire; Finchley; Chingford; Abridge; Hanbury Manor; Brocket Hall.
Presidents Cup: Geoff Ogilvy’s International Team take on Brandt Snedeker’s USA Team at the revered Medinah Country Club, near Chicago. The Internationals are trying to halt a run of 11 consecutive American wins. (Sept 24-27).
French Open: Continental Europe’s oldest national championship, dating from 1906, is once again staged on the Albatros Course at Le Golf National, near Paris. Defending champion is America’s Michael Kim. (Sept 24-27).
Our visit last month included two rounds at Golf de Chantilly, one of France’s most prestigious clubs.
It offers two superb layouts: Le Vineuil, a five-star championship course with a rich history, and Longères, an excellent four-star course that provides a strong and enjoyable test.
The wider Paris region offers plenty more. Courses such as Fontainebleau, Golf de Saint-Germain, and several other top-rated layouts make this area one of Europe’s most rewarding golf destinations, offering a mix of woodland, heathland, and parkland designs.
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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