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Sishen Golf Club
Kathu, Northern Cape, South Africa
18 Holes · Par 72 · Green fees are published on one site only · Desert
— About
About Sishen Golf Club
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Sishen Golf Club is an 18-hole, par 72 course in Kathu in South Africa's Northern Cape. The course sits close to the Kalahari, with a pro shop and a clubhouse that has a restaurant and a bar, so a visit can cover lunch as well as golf.
- A 500-hectare camelthorn forest frames the holes, which gives the round a wooded feel on the edge of the desert.
- The course is uncongested.
- Fairways and greens stay lush despite the arid climate around Kathu.
- The club has a driving range, golf carts and a teaching professional.
History of Sishen Golf Club
Sishen Golf Club was built by the Sishen iron ore mine, which also maintains it. The course opened in 1979 and was the last one designed by Robert (Bob) Grimsdell, the architect responsible for the layout.
Playing Sishen Golf Club: tips
Smart casual dress is expected, and only soft-spike shoes are allowed. A driving range, golf carts and a teaching professional are available at the club. Call +27 53 050 5727 to book a round.
Visit Sishen Golf Club
Hans Coetzee Drive, Kathu 8446
Kathu, Northern Cape, South Africa
— Facilities
Practical Information
— FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Sishen Golf Club
Where is Sishen Golf Club?
It is on Hans Coetzee Drive in Kathu in South Africa's Northern Cape province.
Do I need to be a member to play at Sishen?
No. Visiting golfers are welcome, and the course is uncongested.
What surrounds the course?
The course sits in a 500-hectare camelthorn forest at the edge of the Kalahari, with lush fairways despite the arid climate.