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Saunton Golf Club
Braunton, Devon, United Kingdom
36 Holes · Par 71 · Green fees vary by season; check the club for current rates · Links
— About
About Saunton Golf Club
Saunton Golf Club sits on Braunton Burrows, the dune land between the Taw and Torridge estuary in Devon. It runs 36 holes across two courses, the East and the West. It is a par 71 links where the turf is springy and firm, the greens run fast and true, and the holes work their way between sand dunes with little shaping. The West course is also a par 71.
- Sergio García won the British Boys' Championship at Saunton in 1997, one of several national amateur events the club has staged.
- The English Amateur was played here in 1937, and the Brabazon Trophy has also been played here.
- The British Ladies' Championship has been held at the club, alongside the Boys' Amateur.
- The Senior Amateur Championship came to Saunton in 2006 and again in 2024.
History of Saunton Golf Club
Saunton was founded in 1897 on Braunton Burrows. Herbert Fowler made extensive changes to the East course in 1919. During the Second World War, American forces used the links in 1944. The club has hosted national amateur events, from the 1937 English Amateur to the Senior Amateur Championship in 2024.
When to play Saunton Golf Club
Green fees at Saunton vary through the year. Visitors are taken by prior booking, so arrange the tee time ahead rather than turning up.
Playing Saunton Golf Club: tips
Book ahead with the club. A handicap certificate is not required, but the club expects a reasonable standard of play. The club has a bar and offers lessons. Phone 01271 812436 to arrange a round.
Visit Saunton Golf Club
Saunton, Braunton, Devon EX33 1LG
Braunton, Devon, United Kingdom
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Practical Information
— FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Saunton Golf Club
Do you need a handicap certificate to play Saunton?
No certificate is required, although the club asks for a reasonable standard of play. Visitors book in advance with the club rather than turning up on the day.
How many courses are there at Saunton Golf Club?
There are two, the East and the West, both par 71.
Who designed the East course at Saunton?
Herbert Fowler made extensive changes to the East course in 1919. The club was founded in 1897.