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Ganton Golf Club
Ganton, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
18 Holes · Par 71 · Green fees vary by season and visitor category; no single published figure · Heathland
— About
About Ganton Golf Club
Ganton Golf Club lies in North Yorkshire, nine miles from the coast, on open heathland over a base of sand. Gorse and broom line the holes, and trees mostly stay at the edges of the property. The course is links-like. More than 100 bunkers defend the layout, and they have steep, revetted faces. Ganton plays on firm, fast turf on an exposed site.
- Ganton has hosted the Ryder Cup, the Curtis Cup in 2000 and the Walker Cup in 2003.
- The Amateur Championship is played here regularly.
- Harry Vardon was the first professional at the club, appointed weeks before his first Open win.
- Short par 4s give players a chance to attack, and the 14th is driveable.
History of Ganton Golf Club
Ganton opened in 1891, and Tom Chisholm laid out the original course. Vardon, James Braid, Harry Colt and Alister MacKenzie are all credited with changes, though the layout never had a major redesign. In September 1949 the club hosted the Ryder Cup, and the United States won 7-5.
Signature holes at Ganton Golf Club
The 4th has a kink in the fairway and an approach to an elevated green. The 7th is a par 4 that bends right, with a cluster of bunkers on the inside of the corner. The 13th is a par 5 with gorse and bunkers, and the left side is safer.
When to play Ganton Golf Club
Sandy ground keeps Ganton firm and fast underfoot, and the site is open and exposed. Tee times are arranged through the club, so plan your visit well ahead.
Playing Ganton Golf Club: tips
Ganton is a private club that accepts visitors by booking. You need a valid handicap, and tee times are arranged through the club, either by phone on +44 1944 710329 or online. Green fees change with the season and the category of golfer, so check the club's current list when you book. The address is Ganton, near Scarborough, North Yorkshire YO12 4PA.
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Ganton, near Scarborough, North Yorkshire YO12 4PA, England
Ganton, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
— FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Ganton Golf Club
Can visitors play Ganton Golf Club?
Yes, by arrangement. Visitors need a valid handicap and must reserve a tee time with the club by phone or through its online booking system before arriving.
Did Hogan play at Ganton?
Not as a player. Hogan was the non-playing captain of the United States at the 1949 Ryder Cup, after a car accident.
How hard are the bunkers at Ganton?
Many are deep enough that players need steps to climb in and out. Their faces are steep and revetted, and some hold sand that contains shells.