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Farmingbury Hills Golf Club
Rating Snapshot
5 Stars
115
4 Stars
147
3 Stars
42
2 Stars
16
1 Stars
15
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.5
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.2
5 Stars
6
4 Stars
2
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.8
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.8
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
5.0
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.6
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.9
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally friendly staff and a well-maintained layout consistently deliver strong value for golfers at every level. The course amenities, including a well-regarded bar and food options, round out a great overall experience.
About
Holes 9
Type Public/Municipal
Par 70
Length 6017 yards
Slope N/A
Rating N/A
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Farmingbury Hills Golf Course
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| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White/Blue (18-hole) | 70 | 6017 yards | ||
| Red/Gold (18-hole) (W) | 72 | 5435 yards | ||
| Orange (18-hole) | 72 | 4293 yards |
Scorecard for Farmingbury Hills Golf Course
Metrics:
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White/Blue M: 68.4/119 | 349 | 418 | 304 | 378 | 291 | 122 | 385 | 182 | 434 | 2863 | 6003 |
| Red/Gold W: 70.5/117 | 343 | 404 | 270 | 377 | 214 | 108 | 285 | 176 | 419 | 2596 | 5338 |
| Orange M: 61.3/104 W: 64.2/103 | 245 | 350 | 270 | 259 | 144 | 97 | 239 | 141 | 348 | 2093 | 4218 |
| Handicap | 11 | 3 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 17 | 7 | 15 | 1 | ||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 70 |
| Handicap (W) | 9 | 3 | 11 | 5 | 7 | 17 | 13 | 15 | 1 |
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Course Details
Year Built 1920
Rentals/Services
Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes
Practice/Instruction
Driving Range No
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes
Policies
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Food & Beverage
Restaurant
Reviews
4.3
Reviewer Photos
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The first hole on Farmingbury Hills Golf Course is a short par 4 with a sloping green and a deep bunker to its left. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 04/30/2025
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Spring is coming into full bloom near the fairways of the downhill fourth–a highly challenging golf hole. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 04/30/2025
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Playing uphill at 166 yards from its deepest tees (background), the sixth hole throws down the gauntlet to those who hope for a par. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 04/30/2025
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A view over the pond situated in front of tee seven, looking across the golf course. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 04/30/2025
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When played on the ‘back nine,’ the seventeenth becomes a par-4 of 315 yards. Here is a view of the green from the fairway’s right side. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 04/30/2025
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At the ninth, these scattered, numerous trees may make your life difficult upon finding the right rough. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 04/30/2025
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The fifth hole provides two greens, splitting its fairway in two so that you may play the second green (as pictured) on the “back” nine. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/23/2024
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Off the tee, the seventh plays downhill to a generous and rolling fairway. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/23/2024
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A view across Farmingbury Hills. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/23/2024
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The eighth green, where rolling hills fall away into a handsome backdrop. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/23/2024
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The ninth hole is spacious but plays long and longer. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/23/2024
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From behind green nine. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/23/2024
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The longish par-4 second proves a tough par, especially because of the huge tree blocking an approach from the right. Missing the green can be lethal. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 10/04/2023
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A view of the third green, in deep afternoon shadow, and beyond the fourth tee. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 10/04/2023
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Here is is the commanding view from the high tee of the dogleg-right fourth. The fairway seems the toughest to hit and hold at Farmingbury Hills. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 10/04/2023
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Here is is the commanding view from the high tee of the dogleg-right fourth. The fairway seems the toughest to hit and hold at Farmingbury Hills. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 10/04/2023
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When you reach green eight, be sure to enjoy the view. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 10/04/2023
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Another long vista at Farmingbury Hills, this one across fairway nine. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 10/04/2023
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From tee two, a look at the beginning of a long downhill sweep of fairway. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 07/05/2023
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Behind the green at hole two is a steep falloff. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 07/05/2023
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The third hole is short but still demands a good drive from the tee. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 07/05/2023
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A view of green three from its left flank. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 07/05/2023
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Looking down from near the sixth tee box–and out across hole five. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 07/05/2023
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Nine’s green, sitting above the fairway on a small rise, is relatively flat compared to others at Farminbury Hills. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 07/05/2023
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Photo submitted by Pipingyaker on 06/27/2023
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Photo submitted by rheaultj on 10/23/2022
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Farmingbury’s first hole, a drive-and-pitch affair, leads to a well-protected green. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 10/21/2022
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If your tee shot lands on the fairway’s right side at the second hole, this large tree threatens your approach. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 10/21/2022
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The fourth. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 10/21/2022
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Seven starts off with a tee shot over water. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 10/21/2022
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The 8th, which may be played as a par-4, requires a tee shot to a plateau fairway. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 10/21/2022
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A view across the ninth fairway and to the partially green hills beyond. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 10/21/2022
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A look over the course from tee one; it’s about the same view you’ll get from the adjacent clubhouse and East Street Eatery. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/14/2021
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Three: A short par-4 playing straight downhill and ending on a tricky green. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/14/2021
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Five: While Wayne putts out, Chris (left) and Rick (right) look on. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/14/2021
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The sixth green at about 5:00 pm. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/14/2021
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The seventh tee, fronted by a pond, looks stunning in the late afternoon. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/14/2021
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Our foursome finished the round at about 5:45. Here Wayne chips and Rick awaits in the foreground. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/14/2021
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Photo submitted by u6496860 on 08/01/2021
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The first. This small green is a tough target for your round’s second shot (seen from right flank). Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 06/06/2021
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Four: Simply a spectacular tee shot, where you’ll want precious little sidespin on your golf ball. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 06/06/2021
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Four. The hole narrows down on the second to this tilted, hard-to-putt green. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 06/06/2021
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Five: Another amazing hole that rises some four stories (club up a few) to this perched green. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 06/06/2021
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Seven: Avoid, at all costs, going rightward on your approach to this green. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 06/06/2021
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Nine (par-five): Maybe my favorite hole. Long, beautiful, heavily rolling, and exciting to play. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 06/06/2021
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Photo submitted by janet5902796 on 06/05/2021
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The first may be the ‘easiest’ hole on the course, but its green is small and well-defended. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 10/25/2020
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Looking down eastward from tee two, across the ninth fairway: the visible golfers are playing from tee eight. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 10/25/2020
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The fourth hole, in my view, hits a trifecta: best hole; best views; best tee shot. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 10/25/2020
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The sixth, a par-3 sports an interesting tee shot from the blues. Watch for OOB left. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 10/25/2020
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Green seven, as viewed from high in the left rough. Terrific par 4/5. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 10/25/2020
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The eighth green as seen from this hole’s left side. Nice four-par. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 10/25/2020
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Two: This serene-looking green still poses problems. Good luck getting up-and-down if you miss long. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/21/2020
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Another terrific view at FH: the 3rd hole, seen from the tee. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/21/2020
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Incredible summer scenery at the fourth, a downhill dogleg-right. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/21/2020
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My three affable playing partners at green seven. We enjoyed the round together. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/21/2020
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Ninth: The popular East Street Eatery behind, and the green seen from its left flank. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/21/2020
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At nine, my playing partners, all intent on finishing this nine well. The gentleman to the left holed his putt. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/21/2020
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Approach on the fifth Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 01/03/2020
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Greenside bunker at eight Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 01/03/2020
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Approach at challenging 2nd Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 01/03/2020
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The first green: Ross-like features Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/03/2019
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From the tee at the magnificent 5th. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/03/2019
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Uphill climb to the green at hole 5. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/03/2019
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My son on 5th green with playing partner behind. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/03/2019
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From the tee at seven: great hole! Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/03/2019
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Seven's ghoulish green complex. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/03/2019
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Need to book less tee times
Worst pace of play I’ve ever experienced. Waited at least 5 minutes on every shot, mostly closer to 10 minutes. 3 groups on every hole. After taking almost an hour to play the first 2 holes and having 2 groups waiting on the 3rd tee, I asked if I could just come back to play another day and was rudely told no.
Layout was average for a 9 hole course in CT.
Conditions of greens were bad, fairways decent in most places, rough was either thick or just dirt.
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Golf
It was a good day on course just bad hit today for me but enjoyed it anyway. Will continue to play there. A nice course to work on game.
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
I Recommend This Course
Great course
We love this course. It is challenging but the layout is great and it is in great shape.
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
I Recommend This Course
My experience
Good place to play. On hole 4 you have to hit over main road right side to left side blinded. You can’t see road to clear from white tees. Was nervous didn’t want to hit a car, so I took a stroke and dropped across other side. Didn’t trust myself. Even though on top of huge hill and hitting across and down. Other than that descent course. Will go again.
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Tough course
Layout wasn't bad but because it is byild on a mountain some challenging holes. Course was in good shape. Too many leaves but that's what you get for golfing in November. Would play it again.
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Farmingbury Hills review
Fun course but overpriced based on conditions. Pace of play is ridiculous. 3 hours for 9 holes in a cart for 2 people is unacceptable. Great staff and layout but way overpriced compared to other courses in the area.
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
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