Oaks Sports Centre Golf Club - Main Course

I recently visited The Oaks Golf Centre and, despite some visibility issues that prevented me from completing the entire round, I'd like to share my impressions of the course based on the first 6 holes I played.

The layout of the first 6 holes at The Oaks Golf Centre is truly commendable. The course designers have done an excellent job in creating a challenging yet enjoyable sequence of holes. The fairways flowed seamlessly, and the strategic placement of hazards added an extra layer of excitement to the game. Despite my incomplete experience, I could appreciate the effort put into designing a course that caters to players of various skill levels.

Moreover, the impeccable maintenance of these initial holes deserves special mention. The fairways were lush and well-groomed, providing a pleasant contrast to the surrounding natural beauty. The attention to detail in keeping the course in such pristine condition was evident, and it significantly enhanced the overall golfing experience.

However, I encountered a notable drawback during my visit— the absence of off-course cleaning facilities. Considering the course is constructed with chalk and the potential for muddy conditions, especially during this time of the year, it was surprising not to find facilities for cleaning off equipment. This oversight can be inconvenient for players looking to maintain their gear or footwear after navigating through potentially muddy areas.

In conclusion, while I was unable to complete my round at The Oaks Golf Centre due to visibility issues, the first 6 holes left a positive impression. The thoughtful layout and meticulous course maintenance showcase the commitment to providing an enjoyable golfing experience. However, the absence of off-course cleaning facilities is a notable con, particularly given the nature of the course. I hope this feedback helps enhance the overall experience for future visitors to The Oaks Golf Centre.

Overall I really enjoyed playing here. It’s quite short but still challenging enough for a 23 hcap.

Not too many hazards, but cleverly placed to make you think about how you navigate the course. The rough and fairways were in good condition, and most holes were forgiving of a wayward tee shot!

Some of the greens were boggy after a day of heavy rain, and the practice green is artificial grass so not really a great approximation of the real thing.

The main issue I had as a first-timer was finding the next tee as the signage almost non-existent.

Small niggles and overall has a great time.

Pro shop staff not very helpful require more training.

Took a flash deal from GN and played on a very hot sunny afternoon. Course was quiet for the most part but I did get stuck behind some slow players for the last 5 or so holes. Didn’t take away from the day though, greens were well kept and challenging. Layout is good for beginners and regular players and is taken good care of. Would definitely recommend.

This golf course exceeded my expectations. The course is well layed out, the rolling hills provide a challenge and the greens were immaculate (I played in May). The par 3s provide a test and there are some demanding par 5s if you miss the fairway. Some of the par 4s could have been longer but overall I was pleased. The pro shop, range and cafe are very good too. I’ll be back again.

The course has good layout. Fairways were in very good condition and were well maintained. Dainage was perfect, but the greens seemed to need better maintenance.

I played on a Saturday at 12:12 tee. On the Friday it had rained hard all day and I was amazed how well the fairways and course had drained overnight. The greens had been recently spiked and had not been cut due to the rain but nothing I could complain about as its expected this time of the year.

The course layout is good and gives you a variety of shots to play. Going from one hole to the next fairly straightforward and not too much going up and down adjacent fairways and watching out for stray balls from other holes. So in summary no holes felt like they had been squeezed in, they have the luxury of plenty of land.

For £32 I thought this was good value and in general a good course to start playing golf as you also have a 9 hole and driving range.

My only gripe is the putting and chipping practise area being artificial and on a slope so not really any good for a serious warm up. But it’s not going to prevent me having another knock here.

Played off of temporary tees on all 18 holes and had temporary green in the middle of the fairway. Plus no signage to help navigate the course, can easily play the 16th hole when you should be going to the 5th hole. Wouldn’t recommend playing at the minute.

I can see this course being great to play in during the summer or when the weather has been dry for a while. When I played though the greens were covered in mud picked up from people's shoes, making any sort of approach play from just off the green very difficult. So not sure if there is an issue with drainage of some sort. Some nice challenging holes though and lots of space considering you are in Greater London. The 4 ball in front of me took ages though and were very slow holding up the entire field and were either oblivious to it or did not care. Staff in the pro shop and club house were nice, friendly and helpful. Will come back here and hopefully when I do well not be playing off temporary tee boxes.

Muddy on first 2/3 holes only.

Apart from a slow game, with us (4-ball) having to wait for the 2-ball in front to move on, it is good overall.