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4.4
59 Reviews (59)
5 Stars
23
4 Stars
31
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.5
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
3.7
Amenities
4.3
95.3%
Recommend this course
55 out of 59 reviews
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4.3
6 Reviews (6)
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
2
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.0
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.2
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
5.0
83.3%
Recommend this course
5 out of 6 reviews
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4.3
15 Reviews (15)
5 Stars
5
4 Stars
9
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.3
Layout
4.3
Pace
3.3
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.8
93.3%
Recommend this course
14 out of 15 reviews
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Course Highlights
This flat par-64 layout offers tricky par 3s, well-maintained greens, and scenic sea views that consistently impress visiting golfers. Exceptionally friendly staff and outstanding value for money make it a rewarding and affordable round.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 64
Length 4877 yards
Slope 112
Rating 64.7
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Course Details

Year Built 1893

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - GBP 30
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper attire is required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse
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Reviews

4.4
59 Reviews (59)
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Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Westgate

Probably one of the best courses in Thanet. Very good course no complaints about anything maybe the price as it has risen considerably. Clubhouse is great with food options and a vast array of drinks

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Too Many Tee Times

I arrived at the course to be told that Golfnow had booked 7 golfers all with the same tee time. I had a long wait before I could tee off. I am not impressed with Golfnow.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Well worth a visit

I really enjoyed playing this short but lovely course. The pro was very friendly and gave me advice before the round. I was stuck behind a lot of members in a competition, so pace was slow, but I was in no hurry so didn't mind.

The condition of the course was excellent, particularly after so much rain; a member told me that because it's a chalk base it drains very well.

I'll definitely be going back when I'm next in Thanet.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Lovely sea views

Interesting course - not hilly, no water hazards and not long with lovely sea views. An enjoyable round but the back nine spoilt by very slow play in front.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Walked

Quirky course

Friendly welcome. Bit confusing scorecard as not played in order. Well kept course, quite short but with some tricky par 3s. Some slow players ahead of us which can happen anywhere I guess. Enjoyable afternoon.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Aerated greens

The course is in good condition and holds up better than most into winter but we had to contend with aerated long grass greens which is always tricky. I understand it’s necessary though.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Lovely course in Kent

Flat course, 64 par off yellows. Some tight drives. Course was very dry and some greens were undergoing work but overall a great afternoon of golf

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Enjoyable day

Nice to play a course we’ve not played before. Nice and flat, no real hills. Shame there was 2 temporary greens. Play was very slow, just busy I think. Overall very enjoyable. A lot of par 3’s and the lack of par 5’s but they didn’t spoil the enjoyment at all.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Golf by the sea

A nice little par 64 course. Staff friendly and great vaule by using hot golf deals. Play every week and always use bar/restaurant at finish.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Lovely course

Quite a basic course with a lot of par 3’s,nicely laid out with some tricky holes,the course is in good condition and a great course to walk,some great views of the sea.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Walked

Mr D Brooks

What a find ! lovely little course , with the weather as your only hazard , had a great round and will return for another round soon

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Fantastic greens

Probably the best greens i have seen so far this year.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Good value

Nice course not long but bunkers and greens where good staff helpful and professional will return

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Cold weather
Walked
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

warm and cosy course

thankfully found a companion to play with, lovely course, though could be hard to find directions to the next holes when crossing fields, especially if it’s your first time visit and you’re alone. With no winds, perfect place to enjoy golfing. Lastly, thanks to the person who broght back the wood cover I left on the field.

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