Review's of Risebridge Golf Centre
Clubhouse/Hospitality
Quality of Course
Practice Facilities
Value for Money
Okay course
I'm not sure that first impressions really count here, as I was fearing the worst with the first three or four holes being very muddy (it's January). However, the course certainly dried up a little after that and it became a lot more enjoyable.
The course is okay, although there aren't a lot of holes that stick in the memory, and it appears to be in need of a little TLC. There's a mix of tree or mound lined fairways, mostly the fairways are nearer the generous side rather than tight, and there are a few where you have to be careful of ditches running across the landing area,
A number of the bunkers look like they are GUR, and I didn't see a single rake on the course. Most of the tees and greens were pretty soft, and today the greens were running really slowly.
I'm not sure that this is really a winter course, but I think I'd be okay with playing it again in the drier months.
Clubhouse/Hospitality
Quality of Course
Practice Facilities
Value for Money
Much improved, unpretentious
Third time playing here and each time it has been improved to the point where it's really quite a pleasant little course.
There's nothing fancy about Risebridge and that's one of its strengths, it certainly isn't trying to be something it isn't. The clubhouse staff are friendly, the simple food is fine and the clubhouse is like your favourite cafe but with comfy furniture and a big TV - sounds slightly odd but actually works really well and it is a relaxing place to pass the time.
There's a small driving range, which is useful, with some pretty ropey range balls, but I'm not aware of a putting green or chipping area. The course itself is never going to win any beauty awards, but is perfectly functional; tees, fairways and greens are all OK, there are no great holes but the course is not lacking in interest with ditches and a bit of water around. We played after a wet spell and bunkers were heavy and there were a few soft spots, but it looks as if there's been investment made in the course and hopefully conditions were at their worst.
The course seemed pretty busy which is great to see and fully deserved for the work that's been done, especially given the lousy weather.
