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4.1
123 Reviews (123)
5 Stars
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3 Stars
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1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.3
89.1%
Recommend this course
116 out of 123 reviews
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4.1
7 Reviews (7)
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Conditions
3.9
Value
4.1
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.9
100.0%
Recommend this course
7 out of 7 reviews
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4.2
9 Reviews (9)
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Conditions
3.9
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.9
100.0%
Recommend this course
9 out of 9 reviews
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Course Highlights
Durham City GC delivers outstanding value with a scenic, challenging layout featuring a river, railway line, and well-maintained greens. Exceptionally friendly staff and smooth pace of play consistently enhance the overall experience.

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Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 71
Length 6367 yards
Slope 130
Rating 71.9
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Durham City Golf Club
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Course Details

Year Built 1887
Golf Season Year round

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - GBP 30
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, Delta
Fivesomes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Bar

Available Facilities

Clubhouse
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4.1
123 Reviews (123)
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Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fantastic course , well maintained and greens excellent. A very enjoyable experience

Played On
Reviews 37
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice challenge

Some challenging blind holes and some long par 5’s. it’s a tough walk and quite hilly and therefore a bit slow, though we had no one in front or behind us. It was early spring so there were some mats in use. The hole layouts were well designed and the greens were in great shape.

Would love to return in summer when the trees are full and green.

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

Wedding party golf day

One of the best courses in the north east. Tge course was in perfect condition in winter that’s remarkable greed we’re pristine. The upgrades to the pond on entering the course were stunning will be back *****

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Magnificent

Played for the first time on 18.10.21. The layout is magnificent from the very first hole. The greens were as good as any I’ve played on this year, even at this time of year (and I’ve played on quality courses like Silloth, Carlisle, Goswick, Roxburghe). The course was so good that I phoned the club the next day to ask about joining next year, even though I live north of the Tyne. I was playing with my dad who said it was the best course he had ever played. Can’t say much more than that really.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Pleasantly surprised

First time on this course and I have to say I couldn’t fault it. Very nice course and the greens were in top top condition for the time of year. In fact, possibly the best greens I’ve played all year. Well worth a visit!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Exceptional

Greens quick and true, fairways well looked after, staff in the bar very welcoming. Though the wind kept our scores up, that was the most pleasant round of golf you could hope for in October. Added a 4th to our booking last minute and the proshop matched the GolfNow price.

Will be back soon and seriously considering membership there next year.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Golf

First time playing at Durham. The course was excellent

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Greens

Unfortunately we played to 15 greens which were being treated. We were not aware of this and feel that we should have been offered a reduced price in these circumstances as it spoiled a good experience.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great game on a wet Friday

First time playing this course really good course and definitely will be back in the near future

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked

Hidden Gem

Played the course on a sunny day.

Not long by modern standard but still challenging for all levels.

Every hole looks interesting, with superb greens. Friendly staff.

A must if you're around the area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Restrictions

Can't fault it, with one niggle.

We were not allowed to remove the flagsticks while putting, despite our visit being after the change in guidance from central government and England golf. Seems a bit strange that the "back to normal" play was not adopted here.

Didn't detract from an otherwise enjoyable day.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Just about perfect

Stunning course in absolutely amazing condition. Absolutely faultless. My next club once my present membership runs out. Superb.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Walked
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked

great course

one of the best courses around. Some very challenging holes and some really nice par 3s. Would recomend to friends

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A good test of accuracy

Long and short holes need you to keep your ball in play, avoiding the trees and particularly the river on 3,4 and 5. The greens are also a good test but are consistent and fair.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Cracking course great condition

Greens hard but receptive. Fairways in good condition despite dry weather. Enjoyable course. Weather turned last few holes didn’t spoil the experience. Looked forward to pint on terrace was spoiled unfortunately. Next visit , defo

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Little gem

Top notch course lovely layout no 2 holes the same a bit Boggie in places understandable since it had been raining for a week before we played the best greens av putted on in a long long time haven’t played anywhere better for the money we paid will be definitely returning in future

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
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