Sidmouth Golf Club Rom Mulliganplus Golf Course Reviews

The Mulligan+ Course Guide for Sidmouth Golf Course - Sidmouth Golf Club Type

Parkland

Country

England

Region

South West

County

Devon

Town

Sidmouth

Address

Cotmaton Road

Postcode

EX10 8SX

Phone

01395 513451

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.sidmouthgolfclub.co.uk

Course Vitals Holes

18

Yards

5068

Slope

0

SSS

65

Par

66

Par

66 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Playing Card

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

Hole Par

4

4

4

3

3

3

4

4

4

4

3

3

5

3

3

4

4

4

Par (Ld's & Juniors)

4

4

5

3

3

3

4

5

4

4

3

3

5

3

3

5

4

4

15

13

3

17

11

7

5

1

9

12

2

8

16

6

10

4

14

18

Stroke Index Club Features Club House

Club Hire

Putting Green

Pro Shop

Practice Area

Club Bar

Driving Range

Restaurant

Trolley Hire

Changing Rooms

Buggy Hire

Lessons

The Club Designed by J.H.Taylor, the course makes the most of the natural contours of the wooded western slopes of the Sid Valley, and offers some stunning views over Lyme Bay. At just over 5,000 yards, with a standard scratch of 65, visitors could be forgiven for thinking the course to be easy, but this is far from the case. Each hole provides its own challenge, the undulating fairways and subtle borrows on the greens add to this demanding yet delightful test of golf.

The Course Sidmouth Golf Club was formed in 1889, and is the second oldest club in Devon. Originally consisting of six holes, it was enlarged to eighteen under the supervision of ex-Open Champion J.H.Taylor in 1905.

Green Fees Standard Green Fee

Price

£30.00

Price

£15.00 (Juniors)

Please telephone in advance or check the website, sidmouthgolfclub.co.uk, for availability Society Package

Price

£30.00

Price

£30.00 (Juniors)

18 Holes plus 2 course meal for groups of 8 players or more. Please contact Jonathan Lee on 01395 513451 or by email to [email protected] to check availability and to book in advance Society Spring Special

Price

£25.00

Price

£25.00 (Juniors)

1 April - 31 May 2008 18 holes and 2 course meal for groups of 8 players or more Directions When coming from the M5, leave at junction 30 and follow signs for Sidmouth on the A3052

1 - Hole 1 Par 4

Par 4 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Championship -

275

Medal - 275

Stroke Index Regular -

254

C'ship Ladies -

243

Ladies & Juniors -

15

243

The course starts with a short uphill par 4 where good position from the tee is vital. Only a second shot played from the left side of the fairway will give a good opportunity to open the round with a birdie. An early introduction also to the sloping greens putting downhill from the right-side of the green can prove treacherous when the greens are at full speed. Visitors in particular will need to guard against being distracted by the stunning views of Sidmouth Town, Lyme Bay and the Jurassic Coast.

2 - Hole 2 Par 4

Par 4 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Championship -

318

Medal - 318

Stroke Index Regular -

316

C'ship Ladies -

297

Ladies & Juniors -

13

297

Turning at the nearest point to the sea the course now plays inland to the 9th green. The approach to the 2nd green is best played from the right side of the fairway and all but the very longest hitters will benefit from walking ahead slightly to survey the position of the green

3 - Hole 3 Par 4

Par 5 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Championship -

434

Medal - 434

Stroke Index Regular -

422

C'ship Ladies -

403

Ladies & Juniors -

After a gentle introduction comes probably the most difficult hole on the course. A drive towards the lone tree in the fairway gives the ideal angle for a second shot but be careful not to finish behind it. The approach shot will be a long one to a small, sloping green perched perilously close to the trees on the left side. Many will choose to play this as a par 5.

403

3

4 - Hole 4 Par 3

Par 3 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Championship -

120

Medal - 120

Stroke Index Regular -

115

C'ship Ladies -

113

Ladies & Juniors -

17

113

Next comes the shortest hole on the course and often considered to be the signature hole. Only a short iron for the majority but be careful to avoid the tree to the right and dont be fooled by the slope as the bank on the left is covered in long grass and a large bunker sits hidden close by the edge of the green.

5 - Hole 5 Par 3

Par 3 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Championship -

205

Medal - 205

Stroke Index Regular -

205

C'ship Ladies -

196

Ladies & Juniors -

11

196

This wide looking hole requires an accurate shot to lay the ball on the putting surface. Anything directly at the green will kick away to the right-hand bunkers whilst those too far up the hill will stay there leaving a tricky chip, particularly if the hole is cut at the rear of the green.

6 - Hole 6 Par 3

Par 3 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Championship -

159

Medal - 159

Stroke Index Regular -

159

After passing through the woods to the outer 9 comes the last of this trio of par 3s. Be careful to note the position of both the tee markers and the hole as both tee and green are long and suitable adjustment should be made. Another accurate shot is required and slicers will not enjoy this one with woods to the left and a slope away to the right.

C'ship Ladies -

131

Ladies & Juniors -

131

7

7 - Hole 7 Par 4

Par 4 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Championship -

362

Medal - 362

Stroke Index Regular -

352

C'ship Ladies -

336

Ladies & Juniors -

5

336

At last, a little room and a chance to open the shoulders just the one lone tree needs to be avoided. The second shot is played uphill and across the slope which results in many balls in the right-hand bunker and beyond. The green has fooled many as the slope is not always what might be expected.

8 - Hole 8 Par 4

Par 5 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Championship -

421

Medal - 421

Stroke Index Regular -

414

C'ship Ladies -

394

Ladies & Juniors -

1

394

This is a long par 4 but with a gentle start. Long hitters should try to hug the trees on the left to get maximum distance from their drive if they have hopes of reaching in 2. Those less powerful may take advantage of a little room on the right. The ground rises to the green and the approach shot must be struck cleanly or it will not make it. And to complete the stroke 1 hole is a green which rises in the middle and pushes the ball away to the fringes.

9 - Hole 9 Par 4

Par 4 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Championship -

286

Medal - 286

Stroke Index Regular -

284

C'ship Ladies -

276

Ladies & Juniors -

Although the length might suggest otherwise this is not a realistic chance to drive the green. A pretty little hole with the approach played through a gap in the trees. Position from the tee is the key to leaving a clear shot to the flag. Not a difficult hole if played correctly but many a good front nine has been ruined.

276

9

10 - Hole 10 Par 4

Par 4 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Championship -

354

Stroke Index

Medal - 354

Regular -

352

C'ship Ladies -

341

Ladies & Juniors -

12

341

Take a chance to savour the view, gather your breath and try to drive the green over 350 yards away! Beware of the trees on either side but once the tee shot is negotiated it is downhill all the way.

11 - Hole 11 Par 3

Par 3 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Championship -

178

Stroke Index Medal - 178

Regular -

178

C'ship Ladies -

94

Ladies & Juniors -

2

94

We now make the only deviation from the true linear layout as we turn eastwards across the lane to a raised green. This may be the most daunting shot on the course with heather and bushes in front and trees on either side. One of the flatter greens but very little depth so correct club selection is essential. With a stroke index of 2 many should be happy with a 4.

12 - Hole 12 Par 3

Par 3 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Championship -

182

Medal - 182

Stroke Index Regular -

176

Back down over the lane and playing much shorter than its sister hole just completed, this is a notoriously difficult green to find with trees on the right, a slope away to the left and bunkers in front. Its another dangerous shot with a miscue certain to catch the trees and a second ball from the tee likely to result.

C'ship Ladies -

164

Ladies & Juniors -

164

8

13 - Hole 13 Par 5

Par 5 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Championship -

466

Medal - 466

Stroke Index Regular -

461

C'ship Ladies -

425

Ladies & Juniors -

16

425

The only par 5 on the course and a good birdie chance. Perhaps unusually for a par 5, the key to the tee shot is accuracy with a ditch on the right and thick rough and trees on the low side. Find the correct line and the ball should gallop on and across the slope to gain valuable extra yardage. If this is achieved then an inviting approach awaits although visitors may find the sloping fairway difficult to play from. Should the first shot find rough then it will be necessary to play as a 3-shotter and the ditch across the fairway 100 yards before the green should be borne in mind. A bowl of a green gives rise to the possibility to finishing close to the hole, and maybe an eagle could result, otherwise plenty of slopes to contend with.

14 - Hole 14 Par 3

Par 3 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Championship -

173

Medal - 173

Stroke Index Regular -

167

C'ship Ladies -

162

Ladies & Juniors -

6

162

The final pair of short holes starts with a testing shot to an angled green. Favour the right side and the ball may use the slope to your advantage. Miss on the left and a tricky pitch or bunker shot will result. The green is two-tiered with much slope on the lower portion and a rare area of flat ground above.

15 - Hole 15 Par 3

Par 3 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Championship -

188

Medal - 188

Stroke Index Regular -

188

C'ship Ladies -

183

Ladies & Juniors -

Back through the woods and headed straight for the clubhouse, the final short hole is a testing one with a tree on the left side pushing players up the hill and away from the green. Two bunkers may catch the eye and lead you to thinking that the green is nearer than it actually is. A simple bowl of a green conceals a devilish range of hole positions which often leads to an infuriating three putt.

183

10

16 - Hole 16 Par 4

Par 5 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Championship -

392

Medal - 392

Stroke Index Regular -

386

C'ship Ladies -

381

Ladies & Juniors -

4

381

As we return towards the coast the wind may well become a factor and will often influence tactics on this challenging par 4. With the wind behind many will choose a positional tee shot, hopefully to the left side of the fairway, whereas wind against will demand full power if the green is to be found in regulation. Do not panic if you hear the locals refer to the Snake Pit as there are no snakes in the dip in the fairway but it is still best avoided. An accurate approach will be required to thread the ball past the rough on the right side of the green and hold it on the green.

17 - Hole 17 Par 4

Par 4 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Championship -

292

Medal - 292

Stroke Index Regular -

281

C'ship Ladies -

273

Ladies & Juniors -

14

273

The blind tee shot should favour the left side for the best angle of approach but many will guard against the out of bounds and trees further left. Balls played right of centre risk becoming entangled in trees or falling to the bottom of the chasm of a bunker which lies in wait an awkward distance from the green. The 17th is often thought of as an easy hole and powerful hitters can reach the green but a misdirected tee shot may create problems which are not easily overcome. But do not fear, we now have that wonderful view back and the delights of the clubhouse are not far away.

18 - Hole 18 Par 4

Par 4 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Championship -

283

Medal - 283

Stroke Index Regular -

275

The shorter hitter will play to the brow of the hill and beyond to leave an inviting shot down the hill. The longer hitter will consider trying to drive the green but will not want to risk causing alarm in the clubhouse if he veers to the left. The approach to the green requires the most delicate of touches to finish in the right area or three putts, or more, on a large, sloping two-tier green are a distinct possibility. Whilst not the longest finishing hole it provides an interesting mental challenge.

C'ship Ladies -

273

Ladies & Juniors -

273

18

Scorecard Holes

18

Yards

5068

Slope

0

SSS

65

Par

66

Par

66 - (Ladies & Juniors)

Playing Card - OUT

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

OUT

HCP

Stroke Index

15

13

3

17

11

7

5

1

9

Hole Par

4

4

4

3

3

3

4

4

4

33

33

Par (Ld's/Jn'rs)

4

4

5

3

3

3

4

5

4

33

33

Playing Card - IN

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

IN

Stroke Index

12

2

8

16

6

10

4

14

18

Hole Par

4

3

3

5

3

3

4

4

4

33

66

Par (Ld's/Jn'rs)

4

3

3

5

3

3

5

4

4

33

66

HCP

Tees Played Championship

Medal

Regular

C'ship Ladies

Ladies & Juniors

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