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Woodhall Spa Golf Club
Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
18 Holes · Par 73 · Visitor green fees vary by season and course; no single published figure · Heathland
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About Woodhall Spa Golf Club
Woodhall Spa Golf Club, the National Golf Centre, sits on The Broadway in Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire, and its main course is the Hotchkin. It is a par 73 heathland layout on sandy soil, with heather, gorse, birch and pine lining the holes. Deep bunkers are the course's defining feature.
- The Hotchkin sits on a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- The Hotchkin appears in the world top 100 course rankings.
- The English Amateur and the Brabazon Trophy have both been played on the course several times.
- The club is the home of England Golf, the governing body for amateur golf in England.
History of Woodhall Spa Golf Club
Harry Vardon laid out the Hotchkin, which opened in 1905. Harry Colt redesigned it between 1911 and 1914. In the 1920s Colonel Stafford Vere Hotchkin remodeled the course, and the layout now carries his name. Between 2016 and 2019 Tom Doak led a restoration that removed roughly 10,000 trees and reshaped the bunkers and heathland.
Signature holes at Woodhall Spa Golf Club
The 12th is a par 3 to a narrow plateau green with deep bunkers on either side. The 5th is another par 3, with a small green set among deep sand. The 4th is also known for cavernous bunkers beside the green. On the 11th, a par 4, heather and gorse come into play.
Playing Woodhall Spa Golf Club: tips
Book ahead for the Hotchkin, where a maximum handicap limit applies to visitors. The clubhouse has a restaurant and bar.
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Visit Woodhall Spa Golf Club
The National Golf Centre, The Broadway, Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire LN10 6PU
Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
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Practical Information
— FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Woodhall Spa Golf Club
What is the Bracken Course?
The Bracken is the club's second 18-hole course. Donald Steel designed it, and it opened in 1998.
How did England Golf come to be based at Woodhall Spa?
The English Golf Union bought the club in 1995 and moved its headquarters there. It merged with the English Women's Golf Association in 2012 to form England Golf, which is now based at the club.
Does Woodhall Spa have practice facilities?
Yes. There is a driving range and a short-game area.