Northwick Park Golf Club

I had heard about this place a few years back but for whatever reason it had dropped off my radar, but it soon came back to me. I visited this venue by accident a couple of weeks ago and was very pleasantly surprised by what was on offer...

At first glance you think you are entering a simple, modern looking driving range with two tiers and all the facilities you would expect from this type of set up, burgers, soft drinks etc. However, upon further inspection you find they have a well kept secret 9 hole course.... but not just any 9 hole course, one that has been designed with some of the world's best golf holes in mind.

Yes, if you want to play Troon's Postage Stamp or the 16th at Augusta, this place is the closest you're going to get to it, in this lifetime anyway. Of course, the holes are not identical to the originals (it's a Par 3 course!) but you can certainly get a feel for what is like to play some of these great holes. What's more, the course is very well kept with some of the greens better than your average 18 hole course. And with the clever use of two tees and two pins on each green (which have plenty of room) you can actually play a full round without issue.

I won't divulge what I scored here but if you looking for some short game practice or a some good fun on a well maintained short course, this is well worth a look. Oh and the staff were very friendly and more than happy to take the time to show you round the place.

If you are in the area, give it a try!

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