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Aberdovey Golf Club
Aberdovey, Gwynedd, United Kingdom
18 Holes · Par 71 · Visitor green fees vary by season and day; no single figure confirmed · Links
— About
About Aberdovey Golf Club
Aberdovey Golf Club is an 18-hole, par 71 links on the Dyfi estuary at Aberdovey, in Gwynedd, Wales. The course follows the traditional links pattern of nine holes out and nine back, through large sand dunes, and the wind is rarely absent. Herbert Fowler, Harry Colt and James Braid all shaped the layout, and it is regularly ranked among the top 100 courses in the UK and Ireland. The club has a restaurant and bar, a pro shop and practice areas, and it sits within Snowdonia National Park, between the estuary and the Cambrian hills.
- Professional golfers Ian Woosnam and Peter Baker are both members, and Woosnam developed his game here as a young player.
- The first Welsh Golfing Union championship was played at Aberdovey in 1895.
- The par-3 12th measures only about 150 yards, yet the wind makes club selection a real decision.
- A Dormy House on site offers rooms for visiting golfers.
History of Aberdovey Golf Club
Golf reached Aberdovey through the Ruck family, who laid out a rudimentary nine-hole course on the common using flowerpots as holes. The club prefers 1886 as the date golf began here, and it was formally founded in 1892. Bernard Darwin, the golf writer, played here as a boy and later championed the course in his writing.
Signature holes at Aberdovey Golf Club
The 2nd is a short par 4 that offers a choice off the tee, from a driver to a safe iron. The 3rd is a blind par 3. The 12th is a short par 3 into the wind. The 16th is a par 4 under 300 yards that tempts long hitters to go for the green. The 18th is a demanding finishing par 4.
When to play Aberdovey Golf Club
Aberdovey is a links where the wind shapes every round, so the direction on the day matters as much as the season. Check the forecast for wind direction before you choose a tee time, since the same hole can ask for a different club from one day to the next. Reservations are taken in advance, so settle your date early rather than turning up on the day.
Playing Aberdovey Golf Club: tips
Book ahead through the club's online tee sheet, or call the club on +44 1654 767493. Buggies and rental clubs are available subject to availability, and lessons can be arranged. The clubhouse restaurant and bar are open to visitors. Check the club's green fee table before you book, since rates vary by season and by day of the week.
Visit Aberdovey Golf Club
Station Road, Aberdovey, Gwynedd LL35 0RT
Aberdovey, Gwynedd, United Kingdom
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Practical Information
— FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Aberdovey Golf Club
Can visitors play Aberdovey Golf Club?
Yes. Visitors are welcome, and the club asks that tee times are reserved in advance through its online tee sheet.
Who designed the course at Aberdovey?
Herbert Fowler, Harry Colt and James Braid all shaped the layout of this par 71 links.
Where is Aberdovey Golf Club?
On Station Road in Aberdovey, Gwynedd, LL35 0RT, close to the railway station and the Dyfi estuary.