Royal New Kent Golf Club
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Formerly known as The Tradition Golf Club At Royal New Kent
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invicta | 72 | 7440 yards | 76.8 | 154 |
| Gold | 72 | 7159 yards | 75.5 | 153 |
| Black | 72 | 6733 yards | 73.6 | 149 |
| White | 72 | 6194 yards | 71.1 | 142 |
| White (W) | 72 | 6194 yards | 77.5 | 149 |
| Member | 72 | 5497 yards | 67.8 | 134 |
| Member (W) | 72 | 5497 yards | 73.5 | 140 |
| Green | 72 | 4937 yards | 65.3 | 128 |
| Green (W) | 72 | 4937 yards | 70.6 | 134 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invicta M: 76.8/154 | 405 | 605 | 193 | 455 | 585 | 428 | 199 | 435 | 414 | 3719 | 618 | 417 | 224 | 372 | 339 | 230 | 480 | 559 | 482 | 3721 | 7440 |
| Gold M: 75.5/153 | 391 | 582 | 176 | 438 | 585 | 397 | 186 | 435 | 387 | 3577 | 598 | 397 | 212 | 352 | 339 | 230 | 465 | 559 | 430 | 3582 | 7159 |
| Black M: 73.6/149 | 372 | 561 | 160 | 383 | 571 | 379 | 167 | 398 | 352 | 3343 | 578 | 377 | 174 | 338 | 332 | 209 | 448 | 534 | 400 | 3390 | 6733 |
| White M: 71.1/142 W: 77.5/149 | 357 | 539 | 156 | 344 | 533 | 351 | 160 | 370 | 317 | 3127 | 533 | 354 | 172 | 297 | 303 | 161 | 422 | 463 | 362 | 3067 | 6194 |
| Member M: 67.8/134 W: 73.5/140 | 357 | 425 | 145 | 298 | 494 | 300 | 160 | 232 | 317 | 2728 | 533 | 285 | 115 | 297 | 258 | 115 | 422 | 463 | 276 | 2764 | 5492 |
| Green M: 65.3/128 W: 70.6/134 | 225 | 425 | 145 | 298 | 494 | 300 | 135 | 232 | 229 | 2483 | 387 | 285 | 115 | 240 | 258 | 115 | 371 | 407 | 276 | 2454 | 4937 |
| Handicap | 7 | 5 | 17 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 9 | 13 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 12 | 2 | 10 | 4 | |||
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 15 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 18 | 10 | 12 | 2 | 8 | 4 |
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Reviewer Photos
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Yep, there is a fairway out there somewhere. Photo submitted by JustaGOONER on 09/06/2025
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One of the best Par 3's in the country. Photo submitted by JustaGOONER on 09/06/2025
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Photo submitted by chrisfx811 on 08/14/2025
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Photo submitted by chrisfx811 on 08/14/2025
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Photo submitted by chrisfx811 on 08/14/2025
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Photo submitted by Brandon5190657 on 05/15/2025
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Photo submitted by u000006821770 on 01/27/2025
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Photo submitted by u000006821770 on 01/27/2025
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Photo submitted by u000006821770 on 01/27/2025
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Photo submitted by michael7151911 on 10/17/2024
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Par 3 Photo submitted by u000004470982 on 04/14/2024
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Photo submitted by Rjpatel3829 on 02/07/2024
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Royal New Kent Golf Club, hole 1 Photo submitted by TimGavrichGP on 08/24/2023
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Royal New Kent Golf Club, hole 3 Photo submitted by TimGavrichGP on 08/24/2023
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Royal New Kent Golf Club, hole 7 Photo submitted by TimGavrichGP on 08/24/2023
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Royal New Kent Golf Club, hole 15 Photo submitted by TimGavrichGP on 08/24/2023
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Photo submitted by u314160908588 on 07/09/2023
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Photo submitted by GolfBum1954 on 04/30/2023
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Photo submitted by u000004015214 on 10/24/2022
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Photo submitted by Pmurt on 08/23/2022
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Photo submitted by Pmurt on 08/23/2022
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Photo submitted by u000007127277 on 06/27/2022
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Photo submitted by rkellyapcfilters on 04/14/2022
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Photo submitted by rkellyapcfilters on 04/14/2022
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Photo submitted by rkellyapcfilters on 04/14/2022
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Photo submitted by rkellyapcfilters on 04/14/2022
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1st hole, 2nd shot uphill approach. Photo submitted by rkellyapcfilters on 04/14/2022
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Photo submitted by Lblanco0307 on 09/30/2021
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Photo submitted by msfred43 on 08/25/2021
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Photo submitted by Vd2VLt0H6DyT5XWlXgeD on 07/29/2021
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10th Green Photo submitted by djgetnice on 07/25/2021
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Photo submitted by ajwilly21 on 06/22/2021
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Photo submitted by ajwilly21 on 06/22/2021
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Photo submitted by u000005382339 on 03/25/2021
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Photo submitted by u000005382339 on 03/25/2021
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Photo submitted by u314160791017 on 03/12/2021
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Photo submitted by jonnybear77 on 11/29/2020
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Photo submitted by jonnybear77 on 11/29/2020
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Photo submitted by Douglas8644418 on 09/23/2020
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Photo submitted by null on 08/17/2020
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Photo submitted by u685532976 on 07/28/2020
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Photo submitted by u685532976 on 07/28/2020
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 06/14/2020
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 06/14/2020
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 06/14/2020
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 06/14/2020
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 06/14/2020
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Three generations of golfers Photo submitted by 3hPwKSWP509v2BOhedu2 on 06/13/2020
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Photos don’t do this course justice. Must see in person Photo submitted by lggammon10 on 05/29/2020
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Drive to the green edge scrub, pitching wedge to green, but 3 putts :) Photo submitted by zlwlR2NRrEk6PFEW6ZdI on 05/17/2020
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The par-5 5th Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 05/07/2020
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The signature par-3 7th Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 05/07/2020
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The par-4 8th, my favorite hole! Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 05/07/2020
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The green on the par-5 10th really entices you to go for it in two. My advice: don't try it. Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 05/07/2020
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The par-44 14th, my second favorite hole. Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 05/07/2020
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The approach on the par-4 18th is perhaps the toughest finishing approach shot in the state. Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 05/07/2020
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Photo submitted by Maltenator on 05/02/2020
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Photo submitted by Maltenator on 05/02/2020
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Photo submitted by Maltenator on 05/02/2020
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Photo submitted by Maltenator on 05/02/2020
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Photo submitted by Maltenator on 05/02/2020
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Photo submitted by Maltenator on 05/02/2020
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Into the abyss Photo submitted by sjpvagolf on 04/03/2020
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19th Hole app Photo submitted by sjpvagolf on 04/03/2020
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Finally made par on the par-4 11th. Only took 6 tries! Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 03/11/2020
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The par-4 14th is my favorite hole on the back nine. Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 03/11/2020
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Tee shot on 18 is only half as intimidating as your next shot. Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 03/11/2020
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Photo submitted by cullenpittman4 on 01/01/2020
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Photo submitted by EthanZimman on 10/27/2019
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Photo submitted by EthanZimman on 10/27/2019
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Photo submitted by EthanZimman on 10/27/2019
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Photo submitted by EthanZimman on 10/27/2019
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Photo submitted by BrianOld on 10/19/2019
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Photo submitted by BrianOld on 10/19/2019
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Photo submitted by BrianOld on 10/19/2019
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Photo submitted by cjohnbrown on 10/07/2019
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1st hole tee box! Photo submitted by DesertAirman1981 on 08/05/2019
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Hole 3 par 3. Photo submitted by DesertAirman1981 on 08/05/2019
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Hole 9 tee box shot! Photo submitted by DesertAirman1981 on 08/05/2019
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Hole 10 green side shot. Mickey Mouse green so be accurate or miss the green like I did and chip and three out. Photo submitted by DesertAirman1981 on 08/05/2019
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Hole 15 Par 3!!! Photo submitted by DesertAirman1981 on 08/05/2019
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Hole 18 finisher. Hitting on to a peninsula fairway! Photo submitted by DesertAirman1981 on 08/05/2019
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Photo submitted by u314159447568 on 07/27/2019
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Photo submitted by WJicvoXMhjXitR3ga5HN on 07/06/2019
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Photo submitted by WJicvoXMhjXitR3ga5HN on 07/06/2019
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Photo submitted by WJicvoXMhjXitR3ga5HN on 07/06/2019
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Photo submitted by WJicvoXMhjXitR3ga5HN on 07/06/2019
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Ninth hole and clubhouse Photo submitted by dPwOR9euY6v36olsoUf2 on 06/11/2019
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The tee shot on the par-5 second Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 05/07/2019
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The par-3 seventh Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 05/07/2019
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Irish flags on the greens Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 05/07/2019
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Royal County Down inspired clubhouse Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 05/07/2019
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 03/30/2019
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 03/30/2019
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 03/30/2019
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 03/30/2019
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 03/30/2019
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 10/17/2017
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 10/17/2017
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 10/17/2017
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 10/17/2017
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 10/17/2017
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 07/28/2017
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 07/28/2017
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 07/28/2017
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 07/28/2017
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Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 07/28/2017
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1st tee, one of the best looking holes on the course. Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 06/12/2017
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Par-3 7th, perhaps the most picturesque hole of them all. Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 06/12/2017
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Looking back at the par-5 10th and clubhouse in the background. Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 06/12/2017
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short par-4 16th, probably my favorite hole and one of the hardest. Photo submitted by Back9Ben on 06/12/2017
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Photo submitted by Speedblade54 on 10/18/2016
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Photo submitted by Speedblade54 on 10/18/2016
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Photo submitted by Speedblade54 on 10/18/2016
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Photo submitted by Speedblade54 on 10/18/2016
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Photo submitted by Speedblade54 on 10/18/2016
Royal New Kent review
Demanding layout. Fairways and greens I good shape. Will return again for sure
Very tough golf course
I was intrigued by the reviews for this golf course. They were not misleading. Hardest course I have ever played. I am a 9 handicap at my home course and shot a 96 from the white tees which I was pleased with. The starter recommended the member tees but they were basically the same tees as the women's tees and my wife would not stand for that. Very unfriendly course for women. No senior women’s tees and a lot of long carries off the green tees. Dry fairway conditions contributed to the difficulty. Would like to play in better conditions but leave wife home
Beautiful layout
The course architecture is insane. Tons of undulation blind shots and forced carries depending on what tees you play. Definitely one to come back and play again or play if you haven’t.
NEVER DISAPPOINTS
Royal New Kent golf club is fairly challenging for an average golfer, but the overall beauty of the course (especially the front nine), makes it a worthwhile endeavor. The Greens are always in great shape, with just enough undulation to keep one's score respectable. I always look forward to a round on this Mike Strantz designed course.
Good and Ugly
First I want to say the course was amazing. Staff was pretty friendly. However the pace of play was atrocious. Made the turn at 3.5 hours and there were 6 groups on hole 10. For the price of the course this is unacceptable in my opinion. Would consider playing again if the tee times were managed better
Top Class Course
From the first tee shot to the final putt every shot is a challenge but totally fair, emphasis on approach play as some severe slopes on the greens. , Cannot rate it highly enough. If your in the area at all don’t miss it. Some really difficult holes,with blind shots. Invest in a yardage book and select the correct tees. You won’t be disappointed.
Awesome course go play it!
The course was in great condition the pins are blind on most of the holes but if you know your distances on each club then you shouldn't have a problem.
Fabulous Facility
From the point you arrive in the parking lot through the end of your round, it is a great experience! There were bottles of water on ice in the cart cooler and towels up front for each rider in the cart. The course was in superb condition. The greens were fantastic and the views from the tee boxes are breathtaking. The Club Pro was out on the course in a cart and stopped to talk with us, a very rare act for any courses I have played in the Richmond area.
When we completed our round and arrived at our vehicle in the parking lot, a young staff member brought us an ice cold bottle of water and told us when we were done offloading our clubs, to just park the cart in an empty parking spot and he would come and get it! Again, something I have never experienced at any other golf course in the area. A Fabulous Golf experience at any price!
Royal New Kent
The course is in great shape. The greens are some of the best I have played this year. This is a course that can be extremely punishing if you are off your game, and it can be very rewarding when you are striking the ball well. They have a great practice range.
Ireland Golf via Virginia Setting
Royal New Kent is a great layout. The range was in good shape. Nothing to brag about. The chipping and bunker practice area were great and gave a true feel. The starter was friendly and gave pointers to us, since it was our first time playing there. The layout has Stranz written all over it. The conditions were firm and it played true to it. The only thing missing is an ocean breeze to bring the wind into play. We didn't finish our round due to lightning. The clerk in the Pro Shop was friendly about rescheduling us to finish our round. The manager...Not so much. I will for sure go back to finish what I started (shot a 43 on the front).
Must Play
Went with my father for a 9am Saturday tee time. It was my fathers first time playing the course but we have played other mike strantz courses. We had 2 foursomes in front of us but the pace of play wasn’t bad. 4.5 hours total. Staff brought water around and had coolers at the 1st tee to fill up. I love the course, and the staff is great.
Best layout in Virginia
Greens are always perfect, the layout is challenging, and the views are to die for! No other course like it in VA.
Brutal course. Not well marked so as a first time player here it was very confusing. Definitely needs to improve so that people know where to go.
Greens aerated and sandfilled
Low rating because greens were aerated and sanded; nobody informed us at time of booking online via app. Very disappointed to drive 2 hours to get there and greens are like this
Aeriated greens ruined outing
This weekend I planned a golf outing for a longtime friend visiting from out of town. We had many courses in the Williamsburg area to choose from. We chose Royal new Kent because of the reviews saying how nice the course and greens were. When we got there the first thing we noticed is that the greens were aeriated. What a disappointment. It ruined what we expected to be a fun day at a good course .
Seaview Stay & Play Golf Package
This will be the very last time I play Royal New Kent course! Very rude golf club manager and overpriced.
I had booked a foursome early in the week (based off of my guest's request) and when I showed up with only myself and my 1 guest - because the other 2 players had canceled at the last minute (no fault of my own), I was publicly scolded in front of everyone standing in the proshop as if I was the manager's 5-year old kid.
I guess the 2 of us (me and my guest) should have just not shown up at all to pay our near $100 green fees each, but while standing there to pay this high price (on time), the manager felt it necessary to scold me who actually showed up as committed and paid in full... and went as far as to go on and say that next time my friends decide to cancel at the last minute he was going to charge me full price for anyone of my other no-show guests. (You do the math on that at this fee, good luck with that!) He made this threat with a scolding tone as if I, a 54 year old grown man man, was his 5-year old kid. I then kindly apologized and said he could put us with other singles or double players, to which he only replied with rolled eyes and a disgusted smirk.
If I wasn't with my friend who really wanted play, I would've refused to pay altogether and simply walked right out of there at that very second. Instead, we paid our $98 each and moved on... We moved on to also pay $32 ($27 plus 5 for tip, because who doesn't tip?)... for 6 beers with no bag of ice included at all... $27 for 6 domestic light beers with no bag of ice (really)?! Talk about 5 star pricing with 2 dollar product and service!
Both me and my friend live right here in Brickshire neighborhood, and this is the last time we play that overpriced Royal New Kent who has a rude jerk running the place... Yes, we'll stick with any of the other 3 courses in New Kent (Brickshire, Viniterra, or Brookwoods), where they are nice and respectful to paying customers who show up to play on time regardless if someone else in the group cancels at the last minute beyond their control.
Wayne Rose