Little Hay Golf Complex

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Course Type
Parkland
Designer
TBC
Par
72 
Slope
0
Rating
3.4
Golf Professional
TBC
Green Fees
Reviews
8
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ADDRESS:
Box Lane , Bovingdon, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP3OXT, United Kingdom
WHAT/THREE/WORDS:
Unknown
TELEPHONE:
01442 833798
DESCRIPTION:

Little Hay Golf Complex, located in Bovingdon, Hertfordshire, features a well-designed 18-hole, par-69 course that stretches 6,200 yards through 150 acres of stunning countryside. The course is known for its varied layout, including undulating fairways, well-placed bunkers, and natural water features that provide both challenge and beauty. Key holes include the scenic par-4 sixth, which requires precise navigation to the green, and the challenging par-3 fourteenth, where careful club selection is essential. Easily accessible via the M1 and A41, Little Hay is conveniently located near local attractions such as the beautiful Chesham and the expansive Chiltern Hills. The complex also offers excellent practice facilities, including a driving range and putting greens, catering to golfers of all skill levels.

With a welcoming atmosphere and commitment to providing an enjoyable golfing experience, Little Hay Golf Complex is an ideal destination for both casual players and dedicated golfers seeking a rewarding round in the picturesque Hertfordshire landscape.

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3.4 / 5

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Course Scorecards

Course Tee Holes Par Rating Slope
Little Hay Golf Complex White 18 72 70.0 113
Little Hay Golf Complex Yellow 18 70 70.0 113
Little Hay Golf Complex (Winter) Yellow 18 29 67.0 121

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36.0
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36.0
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18.0
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36.0
Gary Best
25.6
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25.0

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Golf Club Reviews

Matthew Stanton
22.3
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Cheap, but greens and tee boxes are the reason it is

Very poor greens and tee boxes - putting is a lottery.

Fairways also in relative poor nick

There are good bones of a course here, but it needs some TLC

But is is very cheap and relatively available - £25 for a weekend 18 is good value
Date Sunday, 04, May 2025
Maulik Patel
21.6
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Nice parkland course with good facilities

Little Hay golf complex is run by a charitable organisation. So the green fees are moderately priced. It’s on pay & play system with reasonably priced memberships available.

There is a main 18 hole course, pitch & putt course and a driving range.

Overall, the course is a long 6.5k yard course which provides moderate challenge. Greens and fairways are in a fair condition. The pace of play is good and members are welcoming.

Hole 1, 2 and 18 proximity to the driving range means , you will find plenty of range balls on these holes.

There are few dog legs and couple of steep heels. The course layout could be confusing for the first timer, so be sure to study the layout first.

This course should provide you with an excellent opportunity to improve your scoring average and improve the handicap for all abilities.
Date Thursday, 15, June 2023
'JB' John Barber
15.3
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Needs a 'bit'

All in all we had a good day out, but there are a few points that need to be addressed:

Tee boxes are in very poor condition (still got lockdown hairdo's) fairways are also in need of a trim, but that could be the day of the week, greens are fluffy and a couple are like walking on a sponge, and bunkers are in need of TLC - yes I know we have restrictions, but surely a good raking by the green staff is not difficult.

I am sure that when they get over probably having had no staff working over lockdown, the course will improve, but as it stands they definitely are missing out on customer care.

I'm sure I will return, but I am not in a hurry to do so.
Date Wednesday, 12, May 2021
Ciaran Earls
22.7
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eg: Fantasic course, well worth the visit

A nice course, par 72, 6500 yards off yellows. Fairways are quite wide, bunkers are well placed. As it is a public course, sometimes the greens have a few unrepaired pitch marks. A good mix of par 3's,4's and 5's that can be long or short and tricky.
Date Saturday, 08, August 2020
Steve 'The Power' Slater
21.0
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Established parkland Pay and Play

Easy enough to find but bit of a trek for me across country. Ongoing roadworks make the access and egress potentially time consuming (it took 20 minutes to get 1 mile to a main road).

Friendly enough clubhouse staff. Reasonably priced for golf and food. Curious use of topography would benefit from a return trip. Greens wet but slick, fairways in good condition, tee boxes a bit tatty. Some interesting holes but nothing truly memorable. All Par 3s are long. A fair amount of elevation changes so a good stiff walk. Take the time to enjoy the views at the high points of the course.

Car parking adequate, clubhouse to first tee is a short walk. Buggies are available (limited supply though).

An enjoyable round of golf, seemed never to be rushed and finished in under 4 hours.

If this is local to you - and you haven't ever taken the opportunity to try it.. it's recommended and a fair test of golfing skills. Thinking man's course.
Date Wednesday, 07, August 2019
Gary Best
25.6
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Better than it used to be!

Definitely improved since I last played here some years ago. New clubhouse after a fire a few years back.

Greens were slower than I expected them to be, but probably for the best with the strong winds up on the hill today. A few needed a little TLC, but not bad at all.
Date Saturday, 09, July 2016
Nev Smith
23.2
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First impressions can be deceiving

After the first couple of holes you could perhaps be forgiven for thinking that you're not going to enjoy Little Hay. You've played your first two holes around the driving range, and the fairways have a fair few yellow range balls on them. However, it does get better, and you will enjoy a lot of what the course has to offer.

The downhill par 3 fourth is very scenic, but as you make your way down to the green, be aware that there is a stiff climb back up the hill to the 5th. Apart from those two holes the course is generally easy walking, although far from flat.

The fairways are pretty wide, and the course is probably best suited for mid to high handicap players, but with 4 sets of tees it can suit most everyone. The greens were good, and if I lived nearer than I do then I'd certainly go back for another go.



Date Monday, 11, August 2014
Kevin Bishop
36.0
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Little Hay review

Pay and Play Course located close to Bovingdon, Herts. Average test from the yellows, tougher from the whites for the once-a-week golfer. Makeable par 5 to start, best early holes are 3 and 4 followed by 'Cardiac Hill' at 5. Tough finish from 15 onwards.

Conditions can differ quite drastically, play is allowed regardless of work being carried out on the course or greens, can also get quite wet.

Can get busy (it is a Public facility) so rounds of 3.5/4Hrs are not that unusual.

Great for beginners and weekend players, would'nt recommend to players used to more higher status golf courses.
Date Thursday, 05, June 2008

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