Golf Holidays in Dorset
With over 30 golf courses to choose from, Dorset is certainly a golfer's paradise and the ideal location for a golf holiday. From nationally renowned to pay and play courses, there are plenty of venues to suit the novice or the expert.
Listed below you will find details of many of the golf courses and golf clubs in Dorset. We have done our best to ensure that the information is correct but we recommend that you contact an individual golf course or golf club direct to ensure it offers the services you require for your golf break in Dorset. If you are looking for companies offering a golf holiday package or cheap golf holidays in the UK, you may find the links on the right hand side useful.
| Blandford | Bournemouth | Bridport |
| Broadstone | Christchurch | Dorchester |
| Ferndown | Lyme Regis | Poole |
| Shaftesbury | Sherborne | South Perrott |
| Studland | Verwood | Wareham |
| Weymouth | Wimborne |
Golf courses & golf clubs in Blandford
Ashley Wood Golf Club
Wimborne Road, Blandford Forum, Dorset DT11 9HN, UK (tel: 01258 452253)
The golf course is on downland with wonderful views over the Tarrant and Stour valleys. 18 holes, 6276 yards, SSS 70. Practice ground and putting green. Visitors are welcome during the week. At weekends visitors must have a golf handicap certificate or come with a member. Tuesday mornings are ladies only.
Golf courses & golf clubs in Bournemouth
Knighton Heath Golf Club
Francis Avenue, Bournemouth, Dorset BH11 8NX, UK (tel: 01202 572633)
The golf course is on undulating heathland, with 18 holes, 6094 yards, SSS 69. Visitors are welcome with a reservation after 9.30am on weekdays; restrictions apply on competition days. A member must accompany visitors at weekends. A golf handicap certificate is required.
Queens Park Golf Course
Queens Park, West Drive, Bournemouth, Dorset BH8 9BY, UK (tel: 01202 437807)
This is one of the finest and most established golf courses in the South of England. You can purchase a season ticket or choose 'pay and play' golf, whichever option suits you best. No handicap is required. Advance booking is available to guarantee your tee-off time. The golf course is centrally located just off the A338 Wessex Way on the edge of Bournemouth. Total yardage: from white tees: 6132 yards, par 71; from red tees: 5562 yards, par 72.
Solent Meads Golf Club
Rolls Drive, Hengistbury Head, Bournemouth, Dorset BH6 4NA, UK (tel: 01202 420795)
A seaside golf course with 18 holes, 2182 yards, SSS 54. Driving range. No restrictions on visitors.
The Club at Meyrick Park
Central Drive, Bournemouth, Dorset BH2 6LH, UK (tel: 01202 786000)
This golf course is set in 120 acres of undulating scenic parkland. The Club's demanding test of golf and rich heritage draws golfers from all over Europe. The course features verdant, tree lined fairways. From the 244 yard opening par 3, where the drive is over a valley to a small green cut into a hill, to the highly acclaimed par 5, 14th hole, golfers are confronted with numerous and memorable challenges. Practice area and putting green. 18 hole, par 69, 5540 yards.
Golf courses & golf clubs in Bridport
Bridport and West Dorset Golf Club
The Clubhouse, Burton Road, Bridport, Dorset DT6 4PS, UK (tel: 01308 421095)
A cliff top links course with 18 holes. Men: 5875 yards, par 70, SSS 68. Ladies: 5506 yards, par 72, SSS 73. Driving range, putting green, practice bunker and chipping green. Also open from the end of May through the summer season is a nine-hole pitch and putt course with an 18-hole putting green. Visitors are welcome subject to club commitments. Tee times reserved for members are 8am to 9.30am daily and 11am to 2pm on Saturdays.
Golf courses & golf clubs in Broadstone
Broadstone (Dorset) Golf Club
Wentworth Drive, Broadstone, Dorset BH18 8DQ, UK (tel: 01202 692595)
The golf course is on undulating heathland and has been used on many occasions for English national tournaments. 18 holes, 6315 yards, SSS 70. Practice area. Visitors are welcome on weekdays and at weekends by prior arrangement. A current handicap certificate is required.
Golf courses & golf clubs in Christchurch
Christchurch Golf Club
Iford Bridge Golf Course, Barrack Road, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 2BA, UK (tel: 01202 473817)
The golf course it set on flat parkland on the banks of the River Stour. A total of nine greens (18 tees), 4330 yards, SSS 61 men, 65 ladies. Driving range and putting green. Visitors are welcome at any time.
Dudmoor Farm Golf Course
Dudmoor Farm Road, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 6AQ, UK (tel: 01202 473826)
A wooded golf course with nine holes. Longest hole 280 yards. Visitors are welcome and there is no need to book.
Highcliffe Castle Golf Club
107 Lymington Road, Highcliffe, Dorset BH23 4LA, UK (tel: 01425 272953)
This is a flat, wooded course with 18 holes, 4776 yards, SSS 63. Two practice nets. Visitors are welcome after 9.30am if they are a member of a recognised golf club. It is recommended that you phone to check tee reservations.
Parley Court Golf Club
Parley Green Lane, Hurn, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 6BB, UK (tel: 01202 591600)
A flat golf course with nine holes, 2469 yards, SSS 68. Golf bag sharing or club sharing is not permitted. Juniors between 10 and 14 years of age who are non-members must be with an adult golfer or have a Council of National Golf Unions (Congu) handicap certificate.
Two Riversmeet Golf Course
Stony Lane South, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 1HW, UK (tel: 01202 477987)
A beautifully landscaped golf course that enjoys panoramic views of Christchurch Harbour, The Priory and Hengistbury Head. It is an 18-hole, par 3 golf course with the longest hole being 148 yards and the shortest just 51 yards. Visitors of all ages and standards are welcome, with club hire available for a small fee.
Golf courses & golf clubs in Dorchester
Came Down Golf Club
Came Down, Dorchester, Dorset DT2 8NR, UK (tel: 01305 813494)
This golf course is located on chalk downs with excellent drainage and magnificent views. It has 18 holes, 6224 yards, SSS 71. Practice area and nets. Visitors are welcome without a reservation, except on Sunday mornings, but they must have handicap certificate. There is also a golf shop on-site selling golf equipment.
Charminster Golf Club
Wolfedale Golf Course, Dorchester, Dorset DT2 7SG, UK (tel: 01305 260186)
A parkland golf course with 18 holes, 5467 yards, SSS 67. Six-hole practice area. Visitors are welcome anytime, although Sundays are mainly competition days.
Golf courses & golf clubs in Ferndown
Dudsbury Golf Club
Christchurch Road, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 8ST, UK (tel: 01202 593499)
A parkland golf course designed by Donald Steel and featuring six lakes in beautiful Dorset countryside that rolls gently down to the River Stour. 18 holes, 6904 yards, SSS 73. Six-hole academy course driving range. Visitors are welcome at all times, and golf buggies and golf trolleys are available.
Ferndown Forest Golf Club
Forest Links Road, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9QE, UK (tel: 01202 876096)
Flat, wooded parkland with 18 holes, 5400 yards, SSS 65. Covered floodlit driving range and a large practice putting green. Visitors are welcome at all times.
Ferndown Golf Club
119 Golf Links Road, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 8BU, UK (tel: 01202 872022)
This golf course is on wooded heathland with 18 holes, 6452 yards, SSS 71; nine holes, 5604 yards, SSS 68. Practice ground. Visitors are welcome but prior permission is recommended. A handicap certificate is required from a recognised golf club.
Golf courses & golf clubs in Lyme Regis
Lyme Regis Golf Club
Timber Hill, Lyme Regis, Dorset DT7 3HQ, UK (tel: 01297 442043)
A cliff top golf course, which is not hilly, with fine coastal views. 18 holes, 6283 yards. SSS 70. Visitors are welcome after 9.30am on most weekdays and Saturdays, after 2.15pm on Thursdays and after midday on Sundays. A golf handicap certificate or proof of membership of a recognised golf club is required.
Golf courses & golf clubs in Poole
Parkstone Golf Club
49a Links Road, Parkstone, Poole, Dorset BH14 9QS, UK (tel: 01202 707138)
A wooded heathland golf course with 18 holes, 6250 yards, SSS 70. Visitors should book in advance and must have a golf handicap certificate. There is also a golf shop on-site selling golf equipment.
The Bulbury Woods Club
Bulbury Lane, Lytchett Minster, Near Poole, Dorset BH16 6EP, UK (tel: 01929 459574)
This is a superb woodland golf course with excellent panoramic views across Poole Harbour and the Purbeck Hills. 18 holes, 6003 yards, par 71. Practice ground. Visiting times are variable and subject to availability.
Golf courses & golf clubs in Shaftesbury
Port Regis Golf Club
Motcombe Park, Shaftesbury, Dorset SP7 9QA, UK (tel: 01747 852566)
The golf course is set in wooded parkland with a mock Tudor mansion overlooking the course. Nine holes, 1354 yards, SSS 54 (18 holes). Players must either be members or guests of members.
Golf courses & golf clubs in Sherborne
Sherborne Golf Club
Higher Clatcombe, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 4RN, UK (tel: 01935 814431)
The golf course is on parkland with extensive views. 18 holes, 5882 yards, SSS 68. Practice ground. Visitors should telephone in advance and a golf handicap certificate is required. Thursday is Ladies' Day.
Golf courses & golf clubs in South Perrott
Chedington Court Golf Club
South Perrott, Dorset DT8 3HU, UK (tel: 01935 891413)
This golf course was described by Fore Golf Magazine as "one of the prettiest courses in England", with eight of its 18 holes in Somerset and 10 in Dorset. It is suitable for golfers of all standards and is very picturesque. 18 holes, 5924 yards, SSS 70. There is also a par 3 nine-hole course. Visitors are welcome but there are dress restrictions. Golf buggies, golf trolleys, golf shoes and golf clubs are available for hire.
Golf courses & golf clubs in Studland
Isle of Purbeck Golf Club
Studland, Swanage, Dorset BH19 3AB, UK (tel: 01929 450361)
Two heath land golf courses with wonderful views. Purbeck: 18 holes, 6248 yards, SSS 71. Dene: nine holes, 2022 yards, SSS 30. Visitors are welcome and buggies are available.
Golf courses & golf clubs in Verwood
Crane Valley Golf Club
The Clubhouse, Verwood, Dorset BH31 7LE, UK (tel: 01202 814088)
This golf course is set on parkland which surrounds lakes and the River Crane. 18 holes, 6400 yards, SSS 71. Nine-hole woodland course, 2100 yards. Covered driving range. Visitors are welcome by arrangement but a golf handicap is necessary.
Golf courses & golf clubs in Wareham
The Dorset Golf & Country Club
Bere Regis, Wareham, Dorset BH20 7NT, UK (tel: 01929 472244)
There are two golf courses. Lakeland Course: 18 holes, 7027 yards, SSS 75, par 72. Woodland Course: 2 x nine holes, 4887 yards, SSS 64, par 69. Driving range. Visitors are welcome anytime with a prior tee reservation.
Wareham Golf Club
Sandford Road, Wareham, Dorset BH20 4DH, UK (tel: 01929 554147)
A partly wooded golf course with wonderful views over the Purbeck Hills and Poole Harbour. 18 holes, 5753 yards, SSS 68. Visitors are welcome after 9.30am on weekdays and after 1pm at weekends. A golf handicap certificate is required.
Golf courses & golf clubs in Weymouth
Wessex Golf Centre
Radipole Lane, Weymouth, Dorset DT4 9HX, UK (tel: 01305 784737)
A flat, public golf course with nine holes, 1432 yards, par 3. Large driving range, putting green and practice bunker. Visitors are welcome.
Weymouth Golf Club Ltd
Links Road, Weymouth, Dorset DT4 0PF, UK (tel: 01305 784994)
This golf course is on undulating parkland. It has 18 holes, 5981 yards, SSS 69. Practice area. Visitors are welcome but only with an English Golf Union (EGU) or club handicap certificate.
Golf courses & golf clubs in Wimborne
Canford Magna Golf Club
Knighton Lane, Wimborne, Dorset BH21 3AS, UK (tel: 01202 592552)
There are three golf courses. Parkland: 18 holes, 6495 yards. Riverside: 18 holes, 6231 yards. Knighton: nine holes, 2754 yards, par 3. There is also a six-hole academy course and driving range practice area. Visitors are welcome and golf club hire and golf lessons are available. A handicap certificate is not required.
Canford School Golf Club
Canford School, Wimborne, Dorset BH21 3AD, UK (tel: 01202 841254)
A flat, parkland course with nine (x 2) holes, 5934 yards, SSS 69.
Sturminster Marshall Golf Club
Moor Lane, Sturminster Marshall, Wimborne, Dorset BH21 4AH, UK (tel: 01258 858444)
A flat, parkland course that will suit golfers of all abilities. Nine/18 holes, 5028 yards, SSS 65. Practice net. Visitors are welcome at all times.