No 31 - Royal Porthcawl
Top 100 golf courses: Royal Porthcawl
31 ROYAL PORTHCAWL
Architect: Gibson
2006 position: 23
Stats: 6,578 yds; par 72; SSS 73
GF: £75-£140
T: 01656 782251
W: royalporthcawl.com
Although it perhaps doesn’t have any real single stand-out hole, the ever-present sea views and the changes in direction and elevation mean that Royal Porthcawl is hugely enjoyable from start to finish.
Recent redesign work and the lengthening of some holes have further strengthened the test, but it remains playable and enjoyable for golfers of all standards.
For us, the opening stretch along the beach, followed by a testing par 3 and the long uphill dog-leg par 5 are the highlights.
The very short par-3 7th hole, which sits adjacent to some houses, is the course’s Achilles heel. SP
+ Inspiring views; great clubhouse that has benefited from major work
- Condition of greens has been variable due to improvement programme
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Add your commentsDecember 08 18:20
ROB THOMAS
After 18 holes at Royal Porthcawl it's obvious why the course is deemed fit for a king! Whilst there are a couple of excellent holes it is the whole experience that is left etched in your memory. The completely unspoilt feel of the course leaves you feeling you could be playing in the early 1900s, the scenery is great, the greens superb and the clubhouse steeped in history.
This is a serious test of golf where you are very unlikely to break your handicap, but if playing golf as it was really meant to be played is your thing you will leave Porthcawl with a very warm glow - whatever the weather!