Ilkley Golf Club
About
Holes 18
Type Private
Style Parkland
Par 69
Length 6271 yards
Slope 119
Rating 70.2
Ilkley is one of the finest golf clubs in Yorkshire, both in terms of beauty and for an unforgettable round of golf. It boasts two former Ryder Cup captains as honorary life members, Colin Montgomerie, who learned the game at the club, and Mark James, who lives locally. The club is extremely popular with societies, corporates and casual visitors. With a number of holes designed by Alister MacKenzie, the course is a real test whatever your handicap.
Ilkley Golf Club was founded in 1890 and has excellent practice facilities.
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| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 69 | 6271 yards | 70.2 | 119 |
| Yellow | 69 | 6019 yards | 68.7 | 119 |
| Red (W) | 73 | 5707 yards | 73.1 | 127 |
Scorecard for Ilkley Golf Club
Metrics:
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White M: 70.2/119 | 410 | 166 | 206 | 504 | 200 | 497 | 423 | 351 | 395 | 3152 | 316 | 443 | 400 | 153 | 433 | 146 | 426 | 416 | 377 | 3110 | 6262 |
| Yellow M: 68.7/119 | 375 | 150 | 200 | 490 | 185 | 476 | 410 | 340 | 385 | 3011 | 300 | 420 | 388 | 134 | 420 | 130 | 400 | 400 | 350 | 2942 | 5953 |
| Red W: 73.1/127 | 340 | 131 | 195 | 476 | 173 | 439 | 403 | 325 | 382 | 2864 | 286 | 413 | 381 | 120 | 413 | 120 | 385 | 396 | 312 | 2826 | 5690 |
| Handicap | 5 | 17 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 9 | 3 | 13 | 7 | 12 | 4 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 18 | 10 | 6 | 14 | |||
| Par | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 69 |
Course Details
Year Built 1897
Golf Season Year round
Architect Alister MacKenzie (1898) H. S. Colt (1898) Jonathan Gaunt (2011) Donald Steel Tom MacKenzie Martin Ebert
Rentals/Services
Carts Yes - GBP 25
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes
Practice/Instruction
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes
Policies
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper attire is required.
Food & Beverage
CateringAvailable Facilities
ClubhouseReviews
5.0
I Recommend This Course
Great location
Gorgeous course in great nick, following the river for first 6 holes. Great views of countryside too.
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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