Walton Heath Golf Club

Walton Heath is home to two exceptional heathland courses in Surrey. Aside from the opening hole on the Old Course—a par-3 played in front of the road—all 35 remaining holes are played on a single large, open expanse. This expanse is occasionally broken up by clusters of old trees, which also surround the entire perimeter of the course. The two courses intertwine, so it’s important to pay attention to the colors of the flags on the green flags. Challenges include not only bunkers positioned lengthwise but, more notably, rather unconventional long crosswise bunkers, whose edges are overgrown with mature clumps of heather. A magnificent example of course design. Next to the pro shop is a small cottage that serves as the James Braid Museum; Braid worked here for decades as a pro. Occasionally, they commemorate the 1981 Ryder Cup here, when a composite course was played consisting of 16 holes on the Old Course (holes 1 and 3 were not played) and 2 on the New Course (holes 12 and 13). Only six other 36-hole courses in the UK and Ireland can claim that both of their courses are ranked in the UK & Ireland Top 100.

Bucketlist course. Yes. First of all, Wendy - such great service from start to finish. The best clubs always seem to stand out when it comes to great service. Walton is on the top of the list - and I have played a few top courses. The Old course is such an experience to play. The design, greens, tees and the nature. Perfect day! Some really unforgiving rough and bunkers. Keep it in play! Had a talk with a 82 year old gentleman who had switched from Wentworth to Walton. He did not regret it. And I can see why. Such a lovely man with some great advice.

Played these two lovely courses, the Old has been closed the whole week because maintenance of the greens, that makes the judgement a bit lower. The New course in excellent condition, some of the greens so nice, that you can expect in the summer. You really have to hit the fairway, otherwise you are in the heather, and hardly can make a shot. Nice restaurant and bar, with lovely ambiance.

The New course had been closed the whole week, due to maintenance of the greens, that makes the judgement a bit lower. Fantastic course, the first 8 holes really tough with long holes several +400 yds Par 4. The New course challenging with some really nice greens, you could expect you are in the summer. Nice clubhouse with plenty of space in the locker room and nice atmosphere in the bar and restaurant.

Very friendly staff at reception, bar/restaurant and shop. Nice to relax on the patio in front of the putting green, overall setting peaceful and nice. Maintenance is good and the course is pleasant to play (if you stay out of the heather). Of course the golfcourse is at it's best when everything is in bloom - I caught the back end that period, very nice still. But 18 holes worth, well, to say it gets mundane sounds spoiled, but... Overall definately worth playing (bucket list), but wouldn't label it as "wow! ".