Bridge Rd, Woodbridge Island,
Milnerton Cape, Western Cape 7435
Office
+27 (0)21 552 1047Pro shop
+27 (0)21 552 3108Fax
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Kyle Lee (Golf Director).The Course:
18 holes. Seaside links. Gently undulating terrain - easy to walk.
Surroundings:
Seaside, lagoon and residential.
Designer:
Mark Muller designed the current layout in 1995.
-33.881358
18.488231
8 km NE of Cape Town
From the centre of Cape Town follow the N1 highway, direction Paarl. After 3 km take the R27 (Marine Drive) direction Milnerton / West Coast / Velddrif. After 5.8 km, at second set of traffic lights in Milnerton, turn left over the lagoon bridge. Golf is on your right after 200 m.
Milnerton
Milnerton Golf Club: Laid out between the Atlantic Ocean and the Rietvlei lagoon, Milnerton is a spacious links golf course that provides fabulous views across Table Bay and onto the unparalleled splendour of Table Mountain. The city and harbour of Cape Town also come stunningly into view from several holes.
This wonderfully natural environment, created by so many ocean and lagoon-side holes, is slightly compromised (from a links purist's standpoint), by the presence of two stretches of housing, which flank several holes in the middle section of the course.
With generally good-width fairways occupying relatively flat terrain, an absence of thick rough, and relatively sparse bunkering, you might be thinking that an easy-going, low-scoring round lies in store. However, as with most seaside courses, the biggest determining factor in how you score will inevitably be the wind. If its blowing too fiercely, there are some dangerous water hazards, in addition to the ocean and the lagoon, that will be brought even more seriously into play.
Although there are a few holes lacking clear definition (especially if this is your first outing here), the combination of links-style terrain and wonderful sea and lagoon views, are really the high points of this course. Almost inevitably, some housing gets into the act, but it should not detract from your enjoyment of a round at Milnerton. A force 6 or stronger breeze - now that's a different matter!
Visitors welcome on weekdays and Sundays; members only on Saturdays.
Must book in advance. Handicap required
Contact club for full details, discounts, packages, etc. [Last updated: 2023].
Non-metal spike facility. Walking permitted at all times. Golf carts available for hire. Caddies available.
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Milnerton has hosted several Sunshine Tour events including the PGA South African Masters in 1978 and each year thereafter until 1983. Top American golfer, Calvin Peete, playing the course for the first time, called it a "Mickey Mouse course" after shooting a course record 63 in perfect playing conditions. During his second round the Cape Doctor (Cape Town's weather system) blew in, and Peete shot an 83!
It is not unusual during the winter months to catch sight of whales and dolphins from the oceanside holes.
South Africa's 90th best course (SA's Top 100 Courses, 2024).
West Quay, Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town
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Milnerton; Mowbray; Rondebosch
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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.
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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.
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