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4.1
7 Reviews (7)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.4
Layout
3.7
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.6
Amenities
3.9
70.6%
Recommend this course
5 out of 7 reviews
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4.0
3 Reviews (3)
5 Stars
1
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
1
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0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.3
Layout
3.3
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.0
StaffFriendliness
4.3
66.7%
Recommend this course
2 out of 3 reviews
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3.8
4 Reviews (4)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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1 Stars
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Conditions
3.8
Value
4.0
Layout
3.3
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.3
StaffFriendliness
4.5
50.0%
Recommend this course
2 out of 4 reviews
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Dorking Golf Club

About

Holes 9
Type Private
Style Parkland
Par 33
Length 2586 yards
Slope N/A
Rating N/A

Course Details

Year Built 1897
Golf Season Year round
Architect James Braid (1897)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Food & Beverage

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Lounge, Banquet Facilities
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4.1
7 Reviews (7)
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Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked

A good beginner 9 hole course to get playing, a few interesting holes. Overlapping holes takes away some of the enjoyment.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
First Time Playing

A challenge little course

I recently played at Docking Golf Course, a 9-hole course set in a picturesque, hilly terrain. The landscape, as seen in the photo, offers a scenic backdrop with rolling greens and a cozy clubhouse overlooking the course. However, my experience on the course itself left much to be desired.

The course is undeniably challenging, which could appeal to golfers looking for a test of skill. The hilly terrain adds a layer of difficulty, and the fairways are consistently narrow across all 9 holes, demanding precision with every shot. I played twice, hoping the second round might feel more manageable, but the layout remained tough and unforgiving.

Unfortunately, the course condition was a major letdown. The fairways and greens were not in great shape—patchy in spots and poorly maintained overall. The photo shows some of this wear, with visible patches on the green and a generally unkempt appearance. For a course with such a challenging design, better upkeep would make the experience far more enjoyable.

The clubhouse and surrounding area looked inviting, but the course itself didn’t live up to expectations. Given the condition and my overall experience, I don’t plan to return. I’d rate Docking Golf Course a maximum of 3.5 stars—decent for a one-time challenge, but not worth a repeat visit until improvements are made.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 22
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Lots of slopes

The course was hilly

Thankfully there are buggies for hire.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great course for a 9 hole

Love the 6am start time, perfect for getting a 9 hole in before work. The course and greens are always in a good condition, lots of wildlife everywhere. Seriously enjoyable course

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Super greens

Lovely 9 hole course with different tees on the back 9. Stunning views across Surrey into Sussex towards Gatwick.

Greens are very slopy in places but lovely to putt on. Tough par 3s. Course is very hilly so if you want a flat walk this is not the place.

Great value for money

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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