Hockley Golf Club

Hockley is a James Braid designed course set on 250 acres of historical chalk downland overlooking Winchester the ancient capital of Wessex. The course is set on chalk and as a result is very free draining - particularly in the winter time - in all but the very worst of conditions. The basic layout is downland, and after a gradual climb up the valley to the 5th hole, the course is set (more or less) at a consistent level. There is one further slight climb up from the 13th tee, but you are rewarded with magnificent views across Winchester and away to the south and in the very best of conditions you can see the Isle of Wight in the far distance. In the late spring and summer, the rough can be very 'testing' and if the wind blows you will do well to score close to par. The chalk is exceptionally free draining which allows the course to be played in its entirety in all but the most adverse conditions. The course is 6506 yards in length with a standard scratch of 71 (white tees) and offers an enjoyable challenge for golfers of a modest ability and better. A large practice area including driving bays, chipping green, practice bunker and a putting green. Visitors are always welcome but must have handicap certificate to play at weekends.