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St Francis Links
St Francis Bay, Eastern Cape, South Africa
18 Holes · Par 72 · Green fees on request · Links
— About
About St Francis Links
St Francis Links is a Jack Nicklaus design on the Eastern Cape coast at St Francis Bay, South Africa. The 18-hole, par 72 course plays as a genuine links, built on sandy dunes that roll above the bay and the Indian Ocean. Fairways cross rugged ground bordered by native grasses, and the bunkers and greens follow the natural movement of the land. The holes vary in length and direction.
- The course ranks among the seven best in South Africa.
- The South African PGA Championship was played at St Francis Links every year from 2021 to 2025.
- A spa on the estate gives non-golfers and tired golfers somewhere to unwind after the round.
- The clubhouse has a restaurant for meals before or after play.
History of St Francis Links
St Francis Links officially opened in 2006 as a modern links on the Kouga coast.
Signature holes at St Francis Links
The 5th is a short par 4 that can be driven. The 17th is a par 3. The round ends with a par 4 whose approach is played up to the clubhouse.
Playing St Francis Links: tips
Visitors are welcome and can book tee times online through the club's website. The estate also has a spa and a clubhouse restaurant, so a non-playing partner or a post-round meal is easy to arrange. Practice facilities are on site for warming up before you tee off.
Visit St Francis Links
St Francis Bay, Eastern Cape, South Africa
— Facilities
Practical Information
— FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about St Francis Links
Can visitors play St Francis Links?
Yes. The course welcomes visiting golfers and public play, and tee times can be reserved online through the club.
Where is St Francis Links located?
It sits in St Francis Bay, a coastal town in the Kouga area of the Eastern Cape.
Is St Francis Links a true links course?
Yes. Its sandy dunes, native roughs and natural-looking bunkering give it the character of a seaside links, set above the bay rather than at sea level.