Rufford Park Golf & Country Club

With it being winter it was a little wet underfoot, as expected and all greens were “winter” and could have been a little smoother. We were a 2 ball and held up by a 4 ball who seemed oblivious to letting us through even though they had no one in front of them, so our round was slightly spoilt by that. We have often experienced slow play on this course on many occasions which is a shame as it takes the edge off of what is a very good course.

The course was closed due to snow. We have rearranged for the 19th of Jan 2026. It’s usually a great place to play.

Booked a last minute tee time at Rufford park after reading review bout it being a,good winter course only to be told after arrival only 3greens in normal play and 15 temporary greens . Would not have booked if I had known this ,

One of the few courses that play well in the winter, only issue is the slow play which, in the winter you run out of daylight hours to get round in time before it gets dark

Given all the rain we’ve had in recent weeks the course is in good nick only one green on temp due to work being carried out all other greens good for this time of year young lad in pro shop very helpful will definitely be back in warmer weather great value for money on the hot deal ⛳️👍🏻

Really lovely course and always in great condition. The only thing that spoils it is the slow pace of play. 4 hours for a 2 ball not great, sadly it always seems to be a problem at Rufford with 3 balls and 4 balls not showing proper etiquette in letting 2 balls through even when stacking up on the tees. Even noticed a 5 ball playing which could have been the reason for the holdups today.

Played the course when visiting the area, shot my best round. Started the day with a torrent of rain, first hole was damp, next 17 were in glorious sunshine. The 17th hole is the signature and very much a challenge. Worth it and will come back to play.

Always busy so can be a little slow if in 2 ball

Greens are always excellent

You know what to expect every time you book a tee time

Lovely little course. Front 9 really enjoyed back 9 just wanted the same or more unfortunately it wasn’t as exciting.

Greens bang on and fairways as good as can be with the summer we had.

Definitely worth a round for the price which I think matches the quality.

Took some finding due to road closures but once there everything was first class . Really enjoyed the course. Busy but not a problem.

A great course shame the pace of play is always slow

Absolutely love this course around the area, not many better than it! Great variety of holes and a brilliant par 3 17th!

Fantastic course and ideal for a mid handicapper to enjoy.

The only annoyance is the road approach to the course, whilst the Ford is closed. But not the course’s issue

Turned up golf pro/ reception very friendly explained where to go. Although the weather could have been better really interesting and challenging course will definitely be back again in the near future

Pace of play slow every time ive played here. No course marshals managing the pace

Great course and conditions were very good, however, pace of play was very slow. Waiting 5+ mins on most tee boxes and groups in front could barely hit a golf ball. The man in the proshop/reception was missable and had very little time for us a bit more of a welcome and smile wouldn’t go a miss.

Great day. Great breakfast was a good start and it just got better. Course was dry but staff were sluicing some of the greens. We loved it. Everyone was so friendly. Try it you won’t regret it.

I love this course,needed a bit of water in places and on some greens but got 18 holes for £20 on a beautiful course.If you haven't played it yet do so.This could be a dp tour venue.