Hole by Hole
Hole 1 – Poplars
Statistics
Length, par & stroke index
- White tees – 387 yards, par 4, SI – 5
- Yellow tees – 381 yards, par 4, SI – 5
- Red tees – 380 yards, par 5, SI – 8
Suggestions for playing the hole
The marker post is the ideal line for your drive. If the wind isn’t against you might consider using a 3 wood as a long drive may fall to the right. For your 2nd shot the poplars to the left of the green is the ideal line.
The green is on a plateau, any shot falling short will fall drastically right.
The 2nd hole is up the path to the left beyond the green.
Hole 2 – Old Dormie
Statistics
Length, par & stroke index
- White tees – 113 yards, par 3, SI – 17
- Yellow tees – 115 yards, par 3, SI – 17
- Red tees – 116 yards, par 3, SI – 18
Suggestions for playing the hole
Surrounded by bunkers this green slopes from the top left corner to the bottom right. Any shot above the pin is 3 shot territory on this tricky green There is a pond to the right of the green.
The 3rd tee is to the left of the green.
Hole 3 – The Bridle
Statistics
Length, par & stroke index
- White tees – 369 yards, par 4, SI – 7
- Yellow tees – 369 yards, par 4, SI – 7
- Red tees – 364 yards, par 4, SI – 2
Suggestions for playing the hole
The 150-yard marker on the left side of the fairway is the ideal line for your drive or consider using a three wood as a long drive (over 230 yards) may reach the ditch beyond the marker. Any approach shot landing short will move left to right on landing.
The 4th tee is to the right of the green
Hole 4 – The Spring
Statistics
Length, par & stroke index
- White tees – 192 yards, par 3, SI – 9
- Yellow tees – 170 yards, par 3, SI – 9
- Red tees – 170 yards, par 3, SI – 4
Suggestions for playing the hole
This par 3 plays longer than it’s yardage. The green slopes from left back to right front although not as severe as before the successful rebuild in 2011.
The 5th tee is to the left of the green. Players may leave their bags halfway up the hill above the 4th green.
Hole 5 – Wrekin View
Statistics
Length, par & stroke index
- White tees – 408 yards, par 4, SI – 3
- Yellow tees – 385 yards, par 4, SI – 3
- Red tees – 377 yards, par 5, SI – 14
Suggestions for playing the hole
If you can drive it long aim at the aerial on the Wrekin. Otherwise, the marker post is your line. This is a tricky 2nd shot, as it is difficult to stop balls on the green. Consider playing short to run onto the green.
The 6th tee is to the left of the green.
Hole 6 – Holly Bush
Statistics
Length, par & stroke index
- White tees – 287 yards, par 4, SI – 15
- Yellow tees – 281 yards, par 4, SI – 15
- Red tees – 277 yards, par 4, SI – 16
Suggestions for playing the hole
The key shot on this short par 4 is the shot onto the green. It is possible to drive the hole, but the holly bush on the left & the bunker on the right will catch off-line tee shots. A short approach shot will kick to the left. It is easy to run off on the left of the green leaving a difficult pitch.
The tee for the 7th hole is to the left of the green.
Hole 7 – The Pulpit
Statistics
Length, par & stroke index
- White tees – 196 yards, par 3, SI – 11
- Yellow tees – 189 yards, par 3, SI – 11
- Red tees – 167 yards, par 3, SI – 12
Suggestions for playing the hole
This our signature hole. Guarded by bunkers all around, the tee shot needs care to avoid the encroaching trees on the left. Note the flag on the green, as the wind is occasionally much stronger at the green than on the tee
The 8th tee is behind the green.
Hole 8 – Long Valley
Statistics
Length, par & stroke index
- White tees – 459 yards, par 4, SI – 1
- Yellow tees – 433 yards, par 4, SI – 1
- Red tees – 432 yards, par 5, SI – 6
Suggestions for playing the hole
Drives will roll left on landing so aim at the right edge of the fairway, the lone tree is the line. The ditch across the fairway determines the 2nd shot. If you can get on or close to the green go for it, if not lay up before the ditch. This 2 tier green slopes from back to front.
The 9th tee is to the left of the green.
Hole 9 – Ercall Side
Statistics
Length, par & stroke index
- White tees – 264 yards, par 4, SI – 13
- Yellow tees – 246 yards, par 4, SI – 13
- Red tees – 249 yards, par 4, SI – 10
Suggestions for playing the hole
The fairway slopes from left to right, with a severe slope to the right of the green which will catch any shot short and right, the green is relatively flat.
The men’s 10th is along the path beyond the green. Ladies, please note that the ladies 10th tee is above the 9th green.
Hole 10 – Dumble ‘Ole
Statistics
Length, par & stroke index
- White tees – 376 yards, par 4, SI – 14
- Yellow tees – 355 yards, par 4, SI – 14
- Red tees – 322 yards, par 4, SI – 9
Suggestions for playing the hole
Avoid the central tree line. The 2nd shot is easiest from the right side of the fairway but be aware of the 2 deep frontal bunkers. There is a ‘dumble ‘ole’ (deep valley) in front of the green. The green slopes quite sharply from back to front & from left to right.
The 11th tee is to the left of the green.
Hole 11 – Toper’s Last
Statistics
Length, par & stroke index
- White tees – 428 yards, par 4, SI – 2
- Yellow tees – 407 yards, par 4, SI – 2
- Red tees – 425 yards, par 5, SI – 11
Suggestions for playing the hole
Avoid the tree line to the right. The 2nd shot uphill is all about yardage, there are small bunkers to both sides of the entrance to the green. The green is long and flat but because of the trajectory of approach shots, it is difficult to avoid running off the back. The ‘Lodge’ is at the side of the green, together with a ‘Portaloo’, soft drinks and snacks are available here.
The 12th tee is to the right of the green.
Hole 12 – Plateau
Statistics
Length, par & stroke index
- White tees – 170 yards, par 3, SI – 12
- Yellow tees – 161 yards, par 3, SI – 12
- Red tees – 163 yards, par 3, SI – 5
Suggestions for playing the hole
Tee shots will kick to the right on landing if you are short or to the right of the green. The left-hand bunker is a good line. Avoid the deep right bunker. This green slopes from left to right. The ditch skirting the woods is marked with red stakes but beyond the ditch is Out Of Bounds.
The 13th tee is beyond the green & up the path. Leave buggies & trollies at the bottom of the path.
Hole 13 – Spion Kop
Statistics
Length, par & stroke index
- White tees – 443 yards, par 4, SI – 10
- Yellow tees – 443 yards, par 4, SI – 10
- Red tees – 441 yards, par 4, SI – 3
Suggestions for playing the hole
Firstly enjoy the panoramic view from the teeing area.
This spectacular hole plays shorter than it’s yardage. For the longer hitters, the best line is the white block of flats in the distance. Tee shots will run long and to the left. There is a railway sleeper wall down to the front of the green so a running ball can be unpredictable. The green is fairly flat.
The 14th tee is behind the green.
Hole 14 – The Dingle
Statistics
Length, par & stroke index
- White tees – 167 yards, par 3, SI – 16
- Yellow tees – 164 yards, par 3, SI – 16
- Red tees – 164 yards, par 3, SI – 17
Suggestions for playing the hole
Ideal for ‘Nearest the Pin’. Tee shots on this delightful par 3 may run from right to left. A tee shot can be aimed at the right-hand bunker & will finish in the middle of the green. There is soft dead ground in front of the green. This deceptive green slopes from front to back & from right to left.
The 15th tee is over the lane to the right of the green.
Hole 15 – Lane Side
Statistics
Length, par & stroke index
- White tees – 447 yards, par 4, SI – 4
- Yellow tees – 427 yards, par 4, SI – 4
- Red tees – 408 yards, par 4, SI – 1
Suggestions for playing the hole
The original 18th (Pre M54). Out Of Bounds all the way down the left side. Drives will kick to the left on landing so aim at the right edge of the fairway, the poplars are a good line. The raised green is relatively flat but any shot off either side will leave a tricky chip up.
The 16th tee is to the right of the green.
Hole 16 – Ow’d First
Statistics
Length, par & stroke index
- White tees – 367 yards, par 4, SI – 8
- Yellow tees – 367 yards, par 4, SI – 8
- Red tees – 366 yards, par 5, SI – 14
Suggestions for playing the hole.
The original 1st hole (Pre M54). The strategy for this hole is to avoid the tree line both left and right. The 2nd shot is longer than the yardage suggests. The green slopes from back to front, if the greens are running fast a shot to the front of the green may well fall back off.
The 17th tee is to the left of the green.
Hole 17 – Reservoir
Statistics
Length, par & stroke index
- White tees – 135 yards, par 3, SI – 18
- Yellow tees – 127 yards, par 3, SI – 18
- Red tees – 134 yards, par 3, SI – 13
Suggestions for playing the hole
This is a straightforward par 3, it plays longer than the yardage as the green is higher than the tee. This green slopes from back to front & from right to left. The green is well protected by bunkers to the front and right.
The 18th tee is back over the lane to the right of the green.
Hole 18 – The Ridge
Statistics
Length, par & stroke index
- White tees – 390 yards, par 4, SI – 6
- Yellow tees – 362 yards, par 4, SI – 6
- Red tees – 359 yards, par 5 SI – 7
Suggestions for playing the hole
The best approach is from the left side of the fairway as the trees to the right are overhanging. The ridge may give tricky lies so either play short or be sure to carry it. The Captain’s Charity bunker is front left. The green slopes severely from back to front, a short shot onto the green may well run back off.
