The Stratford Park Hotel & Golf Club

I was really looking forward to playing this course, I heard great things about it from my days at Sandwell park GC. I got there just before my tee time I thought I was teeing off 50 mins later. The pro in the golf shop could not have been more helpful. Made our way to the first tee full of anticipation. Teeing areas were great, we tee’d off only to be disappointed by the condition of the fairways you could have lost a ball on some, there was no first cut then rough, just poorly cut fairways then rough. Got to say the greens were really good. Over all there are better golf courses in the area for the money. The staff in the club house all seemed friendly. Left feeling frustrated that they have a great golf course but they are letting them selves down by the condition of the fairways. If they could sort out the fairway I would recommend it.

The course is very hilly and still very wet in places at the end of April. Greens were OK but the fairway grass was long.

I've played here a few times over the years, normally during the Summer. It's been a cool and wet Spring so I wasn't expecting much from the course however I was surprised how poor it was. Very wet in places and the course was generally a bit tatty! Greens were also slow and bobbly. £25 for a twilight green fee when we could only play 14 holes was poor value. Course was empty so no problems with pace. Highlight was the beer in the bar afterwards.

Played today for the first time and it was painfully slow.

Groups of 4 balls not letting people play through. Honestly it was painful, the 2 ball infront of us walked off after 12 holes.

It’s a shame because the course was nice and in great condition given the time of year.

As always excellent

Course played really really well

Not easy but a good test of where your game is

Played at Stratford Park a number of times & it never disappoints. Cracking little course, always in excellent condition & is unreal value for money compared to what some courses charge for a round. Highly recommend playing here.

Adam

Great course, lovely staff. Enjoyed every swing,even in the rain!!

Second time I’ve played this course. The first time was a great experience. unfortunately the second time I ran into a very rude and aggressive member of staff.

He came charging over to us on the 9th hole to tell us we should not be using our trolleys due to the course conditions, very abruptly.

When I pointed out that it had not been mentioned when we checked in he became very agitated and said are you going to stand here arguing with me there’s a sign. Easily missed if you not a regular and don’t know where to look. And then implied that maybe we shouldn’t be on the course at all. Questioning how we had booked in a very aggressive manner.

I Would not want this guy representing my business.

Despite the low rating this course is in fantastic condition… played here 3 times Over the last 6 weeks I love it.

From playing about 25 years ago the change is first class it a top class course all round.

Greens are fast and true

Bit slow at times but players let you through so fine

Will be returning soon thanks all your staff

Was over booked and play was that slow you was sat waiting on the tee for at least 15-20 mins won’t be going back

Tee off 10.56 a 3 ball.

We decided due to having back issues to have buggies. Told that they are £30, which was £5 more than we paid for the golf.

The buggies didnt have satnav of the course

were dirty and full of rubbish from at least the day before so had to remove rubbish and wipe over the buggies before we started.

The weather changed and due to torrential rain we had to stop after 10 holes.as it was getting dangerous in the buggies.

I have played here many times never an issue with the course, but feel ripped off over the buggy price.

Probably won't play there again.

Very disappointed. From the third hole onwards we had to wait 5 to 10 minutes to tee off as there was a three ball in front of us and a fourball in front of them . If there had been a Marshall in a buggy speeding up play that would have helped . I played with me son and two friends who were just as frustrated as myself . I wanted to complain at the pro shop but was not in the right frame of mind . I regularly use Golf Now so this why I am writing this review . A refund would be appreciated .

I've played this course a lot, and really like it. Twice in last year we've decided to leave as it's so crowded it's not enjoyable. We waiting 21 mins at the fourth hole just to plat the next hole as a society was playing 5x four balls. Even chatted to some members who said this happens all the time. Complete rip off for £32 for a two ball. The course was clearly over booked, and I'll be reluctant to ever play here again a on weekend. Hoping for a credit here, but I'm sure it's covered in the fine print. Tried to call the number for Golfnow listed on the web, it's not in service. Not a very relaxing Sunday afternoon, and we love this golf course.

First time I have played this course in about 15 years! It was a pleasure. Watering system has helped maintain the course in this dry season. The trees have grown and matured well. . I will return soon.

Stopped at Stratford Park (formerly Ingon Manor) on the way back to London from a wedding in Staffordshire. The front nine make great use of the hills, with some challenging uphill holes and some fun downhill ones. Fairways very well maintained and greens were in excellent condition although very firm with elevation changes, leading to a lot of balls running off into the side rough. Bunkers were in good shape.

Back nine seemed a bit more rustic and a little less tidy, with evidence of drainage work ongoing on some holes - likely explained by the lower elevation of this half of the course vs holes 1-9. Holes 10-18 felt tighter, however, with greater chance of losing balls to trees or water than on the front nine. The Par 3 17th over water is a nice signature hole.

What was striking about our round was how surreally quiet the course was on a Sunday at 1.30pm (with OK weather forecast). As we teed off a group was coming up the 18th fairway, and another were on the 10th green, but other than that we barely saw any other golfers for the entire round (with the exception of a two-ball going off the first as we played the 12th). As we reached the turn we hopped off to visit the pro-shop to grab some more refreshments, but unfortunately this was already closed (3pm).

As we came off the 18th (~4.30pm) it wasn't clear whether the bar/clubhouse was still open - there was no one around outside and the car park was largely empty (except for a fleet of golf buggies standing unsued), so we headed straight off.

This is a really nice course, and great value for money on a weekend lunchtime for £25 - hopefully we caught it on an unusually quiet afternoon and it gets more custom than we witnessed, otherwise it's hard to see it being sustainable, especially given how well maintained it is.