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Royal Jersey Golf Club
Grouville, Jersey, Jersey
18 Holes · Par 70 · Summer fee conflicts between sources (GBP 115 vs GBP 95); fee held back · Links
— About
About Royal Jersey Golf Club
Royal Jersey Golf Club is an 18-hole, par 70 links course at Grouville, on Jersey's coast, measuring about 6,190 yards. The club was laid out on Grouville Common in 1878 and carries a royal title. The clubhouse has a bar and dining room, and a professional shop supports visiting golfers.
- Harry Vardon, winner of six Open Championships, is the club's most famous golfer.
- Both Vardon and Ted Ray came from the club's caddie competitions.
- Queen Victoria granted the royal title in 1879, only a year after the club was founded.
- German gun emplacements from the wartime occupation are near the opening hole.
History of Royal Jersey Golf Club
The club dates to 1878, when a course was laid out on Grouville Common. The royal warrant followed in 1879. When the Germans occupied the Channel Islands in the Second World War, the course was turned into a minefield, and fortifications were built across the links.
Playing Royal Jersey Golf Club: tips
Visitors are welcome seven days a week and can tee off from 11am on Tuesday to Friday, with later starts at weekends. A strict dress code applies. The club is open throughout the year.
— Weather at Royal Jersey Golf Club
Approximate conditions · Observed · Open-Meteo
Visit Royal Jersey Golf Club
Grouville, Jersey JE3 9BD
Grouville, Jersey, Jersey
— Facilities
Practical Information
— FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Royal Jersey Golf Club
Is Royal Jersey Golf Club open to visitors?
Yes. Visitors play seven days a week under the club's visiting hours, but a strict dress code applies.
Who is the famous golfer from Royal Jersey?
Harry Vardon, who won six Open Championships, is the club's best-known name, and Ted Ray also came through the club's caddie competitions.
Can golf societies play at Royal Jersey?
Yes. Corporate and society days are available.