Finley Golf Course Rd,
Chapel Hill North Carolina 27515
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Johnny Cake (Director of Golf); Mike Wilkinson (Head Golf Professional)The Course:
18 holes. Tree-lined parkland. Undulating terrain - a few slopes to climb.
Surroundings:
Woodland.
Designer:
Original design by George Cobb, extensively revamped by Tom Fazio (1999).
35.897307
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2 mi SE of Chapel Hill / 11 mi SW of Durham.
UNC Finley
UNC Finley Golf Course is a championship layout that ranks with some of the best in North Carolina. This tree-lined parkland course provides a wonderful test for your all-round game, with many attractive, skilfully crafted and challenging holes to enjoy. A must play if you are in the area.
Visitors welcome on weekdays and weekends.
Must book in advance.
Non-metal spike facility. Walking permitted. Golf carts available for hire (included in green fee at certain times).
Excellent
UNC Finley golf course is located close to the University of North Carolinas' campus in Chapel Hill. | The course is named after Albert Earle Finley (1896-1986), a local businessman, philanthropist and avid golfer, who donated the money for the construction of the final nine holes in 1949.
USA's 20th best college/campus course (Golfweek, 2022).
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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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Stay&Play at Prince's: excellent onsite Lodge accommodation available
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