Heath House Road,
Woking, Surrey GU22 0RA
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Alex Nicolson, Andy Thorne and Jim Christine (PGA Professionals).The Course:
18 holes. Tree-lined & open heathland. Gently undulating terrain - a few slopes to climb.
Surroundings:
Woodland and hi-end residential.
Designer:
Original layout by John Frederick "Aber" Abercromby, with greens and bunkers constructed by Willie Park Jr. Some later modifications by Harry Colt.
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34 miles SW of central London
Heath House Road is accessed off the A322 Bagshot/Guildford Road, approximately 6 miles south of Bagshot (M3 - Junction 3) and 6 miles north of Guildford (A3).
Worplesdon Golf Club: in the north west of Surrey lies a trio of courses known as the three W's ...Woking, Worplesdon and West Hill. Each is an excellent ambassador for Surrey-Berkshire heathland golf. At one point the three attractive and excellently presented layouts almost physically join (but not quite!).
Many would argue that Worplesdon just has the edge over its two neighbours. Others prefer Woking, and West Hill also has an abundance of devotees. The difference between them is perhaps hairsbreadth in terms of quality, although Abercromby's design here at Worplesdon is arguably the bigger dimension and most impressive of the three. The bold and imposing heather-topped bunkering certainly underlines that notion.
Worplesdon, like the other two W's, is arranged over gently undulating sandy terrain. There are mature Scots pines in abundance and plenty of heather lying in wait for those occasional stray shots. Amongst many outstanding golf holes, the superb collection of par-3s will challenge and delight in equal measure. On your tee shots, there's perhaps a little more room to work the ball than at the other two W's.
Wandering effortlessly through its partly-wooded heathland home, the layout at Worplesdon has remained largely unchanged since Abercromby's day when the golf course was carved from what was once a forest of pine, birch, gorse and heather.
Pick of the holes: Worplesdon's "signature hole", the 10th, is made particularly attractive in May when the rhododendrons are in bloom. This short par-3 demands a tee-to-green carry over Bridley Pond, the only water hazard of any note on the course. The uphill par-3 4th, played in front of the clubhouse terrace, and downhill heavily bunker-defended par-3 13th are also noteworthy.
Visitors welcome on weekdays (Mon-Thur); no outside visitors on weekends (Fri-Sun).
Must book in advance. Maximum handicap: men 20; women & juniors 30.
Contact club for full details, discounts, packages, etc. [Last updated: 2026].
Players generally walk this course.
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Past Captains of Worplesdon include: David Frame (1961 Walker Cup player); HRH The Prince of Wales (later Edward VIII) who was Captain in 1933 and Arthur Balfour (UK Prime Minister 1902-05) for the first two years from the club's inception in 1908.
Pronouncing Worplesdon doesn't always come easily to non-native English speakers, and quite a few native English speakers as well. Something along the lines of "Wor-pulls-dun" usually works.
England's 32nd best course (Golf World, 2025).
Britain & Ireland's 76th best course (Golf World, 2026).
London Road, Bagshot, Surrey GU19 5EU
+44 (0)1276 471 774
Visit websitePennyhill Park offers relaxed comfort, delightful surroundings and service that is world-class. Located within the 120 acre estate is one of the UK's finest Spa's. The hotel location puts you in easy reach of horse racing at Ascot and golf at numerous great courses. Windsor Castle and Great Park are also only a stone's throw away.
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The Berkshire; Sunningdale; Swinley Forest; Camberley Heath
Wentworth; Foxhills; East Berks; Woking; Worplesdon; West Hill; New Zealand; North Hants; Hankley Common; St George's Hill; Pyrford; Stoke Poges; Temple.
London Road, Sunninghill SL5 0PP
+44 (0)1344 623 322
Visit websiteBuilt for the Churchill family, the fountain and sweeping 15-acre landscaped grounds flank a spectacular red brick Queen Anne mansion - the centrepiece of the hotel. You can choose between old-world charm and traditional décor in the Queen Anne mansion or the contemporary design of the modern wing.
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Sunningdale; Swinley Forest; Wentworth; The Berkshire; Royal Ascot.
Woking; West Hill; Worplesdon; New Zealand; Foxhills; St George's Hill; Pyrford; North Hants; Stoke Poges; The Buckinghamshire; Temple; West Berks; Camberley Heath.
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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