No 30 - Saunton - East
Top 100 golf courses: Saunton - East
30 SAUNTON – East
Architect: Fowler
2006 position: 28
Stats: 6,427 yards; par 71; SSS 71
GF: £40-£100
T: 01271 812436
W: sauntongolf.co.uk
Carved through the magnificent Braunton Burrows, the East is one of two aesthetically very pleasing, excellent golf courses at Saunton.
The holes change direction on a frequent basis, and although they combine to make the East a tough test, they do tend to merge into one in the memory bank, especially around the turn.
The course does, however, finish with three quite outstanding holes.
Its chief protection is Fowler’s spot-on bunkering, which adds hugely to the challenge.
The course is usually presented in excellent condition, and the friendly, well-appointed bar and restaurant serve up great views over the links. RS
+ Great value; tough test; possibly the hardest 1st hole in our Top 100
- Locker rooms in need of an upgrade; can get busy
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Reader comments
Add your commentsDecember 30 18:19
Mark Snape
Locker rooms have been refurbished (Dec 08) and are superb.
November 13 14:24
Lez Smith
The Locker rooms are now the best in the west to match both courses
June 14 11:17
Peter McMullen
Dear Sir
Helen Heady has sent me the copy of the forthcoming article regarding Atlantic Links. As a group we are working hard to promote some of the best courses in the country to foreign and UK visitors.
The Mens Locker Rooms were refurbished recently and now provide facilities in keepeing with aTop 100 course.
Many Thanks
Peter McMullen
General Manager