The Best Golf Courses in Barton Upon Irwell, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom (2025)

Played MGC this morning for the first time. Conditions were great, save a few spots on a few fairways which the grounds crew are doing an outstanding job of repairing. The views are beautiful and the property overall is just enjoyable to be on. Add to it that the weather cooperated and was a fairly sunny day. Next time I’m back in Manchester I’ll absolutely try to get another round in.

Played an open day here, staff super friendly, golf course was in great condition and the back 9 was brutal (made harder with windy conditions). Really enjoyed it though and the food afterwards was lovely!

Golfers heaven Have played here the day after immense heavy rain in the north west of England, I was surprised at good of condition the course was in Fantastic setup with chipping area, driving range and large putting area. Nets are available for another means of a warm up prior to your round. The staff are superb in particular Julie, the manger who had no trouble in moving my tee time earlier Unfortunately I never had time to stop for food but I will do on my next visit.

Wow loved this course, the greens are ‘spot on’ really well maintained and a good looking course with super views. Large open fairways and firm green. A few issues on the back nine battling leather jackets and some GUR but to be expected given the wet weather. Really enjoyed the course, it has a ‘classy feel’ and a must if you are in the area. Finished off with a great breakfast in the club house. I looked at the practice area with a good driving range with Trackman but the green is still under development. I paid £60 using GolfNow great value and the best course I have played in Manchester so far, thanks

Had a wonderful family Christmas lunch at the Golf club, the food was great and the staff were so attentive as always. Special mention to Debbie, Barbara and Tony who always go the extra mile to ensure a lovely time. All the staff were excellent 👍🏻 Look forward to my next visit 💯

It was a wonderful place and a pleasure to be there. I just wish it had been under better circumstances. The food & drinks were all very good and surprisingly inexpensive

1st time at chorlton cum hardy golf club. Quite a tight course in places, so being straight is a massive bonus. Was pleasantly surprised by the condition of the course. It was in very good condition. Friendly staff and good facilities. Even met Golfmates Liam Harrison and EBAY Pete. Nice people. Would recommend this course to everyone.

Lovely golf course, visited for the GolfMates charity day at the end of May. Cannot wait to go back, the staff in the shop and behind the bar provide outstanding hospitality and the food is top notch too. The course was in great Nick too, fairways seemed like carpet to me!

This is a very lovely outdoor space for families and friends. It's quite relaxing and fun to play the golf course. I would gladly recommend this place for team building activities and simple hangouts. There's free parking and you can get some snacks from the shop inside.

Would recommend, enjoyed it and would like to go again. It would have been better had we known that when playing the games you aim via the screen to witch direction you play your shot, still had fun but was disappointed this wasn't pointed out when we got there or asked if we'd been before, which we hadn't.

Staff are lovey! Is a well known place, so many people there having fun. Will definitely go back and definitely recommend

Brilliant facilities, friendly welcoming staff , excellent food and drink. The golf range has a number of activities on the screens that are fun for all. Can work on short or long game. The big factor is the staff on both the range and the store they are simply amazing and very friendly.

Very nice course! First time we'd played this today and it won't be the last! Course in really good condition, it was pouring down with rain all round but still held up! Credit to the greenkeepers greens were in top condition! Full breakfast after the round, made to feel very welcome and all staff friendly! Good value for money, I'd say it's a course you definitely have to play in the area 👍🏻

Nice club, cracking views, great greens on an interesting parkland / moorland course. Staff and members were a friendly bunch.

Wow, what a fantastic course with great views all the way round. Superb variety of holes and some tricky par 3s too, and plenty of wildlife to admire. Bit of up and down but nothing to steep so great exercise too. Will be back again, hopefully when the weather is a little less windy.

Oct 7th 24 Just back from a first visit to this club. Great condition all round. The best greens I've played all season. Unfortunately no bar or food on today.( like most clubs on Monday.) A bit of a long narrow lane up to the club but will definately return

Stunning course with great views across the area. Parts of the course were flooded but the weather had been terrible beforehand (welcome to the North West). The course was really well maintained throughout. The bar area was cozy, reasonably priced and the food was excellent.

Fantastic course we'll maintained greens a fantastic very fast only took the front nine to get used to them🤣

Bolton old links was a really good folf course. Some really deep difficult bunkers well placed. Must avoid at all cost. Greens were absolutely amazing. Some tee shots are blind, but hole map on every tee helps. Course knowledge is definitely an advantage here. Fairways are generous and rough is punishing. A great course overall.

Bolton Balloon Fairies was asked to create a Balloon Wall around our 4 foot LED Numbers and what a gorgeous room they have for hire for functions. It's an upstairs room and is very large holding a couple of hundred people. Car park is spacious and bars are on both floors. Highly recommend 👌

Excellent lunch time meal with my partners old work colleagues. Food was expertly prepared and extremely tasty. The views from the dining room across the golf course were excellent. The dining area was on the 1st floor and a stairlift had been fitted, easy to use for disabled visitors. Ample parking for both able bodied and disabled visitors.

Regular visit for our golf society. Always a warm welcome and excellent food and service provided by catering staff. Course in very good condition for this time of year despite some very wet weather.

Played as a visitor after another rainy period. Got there about an hour early for a bit of a practice, pro and members very friendly. Managed to tee off a bit early as the course wasn’t very busy. Course was in excellent condition, no temp greens and the course was pretty dry, greens were good and all bunkers raked. Had shower after as meeting friends and showers weren’t great but minor point really. Enjoyable round and would play again.

Great value for money. £30 a round, £25 for a buggy. Course in really good nick. Greens excellent. Staff very friendly. My first time but i ll be back soon!

Great location and venue The function room was excellent!! With great service from the staff! Unfortunately, I attended a beravement.

I can't comment on the golf course but the function room is nice. Good food, well stocked bar and welcoming staff.

Golf course just getting back to its playing best after all the rain. Greens staff doing a great job, the course can now only get better. Good test of golf. Week done

Fantastic place to have a birthday party great function room

This is my third visit to this club in 10 years and I must say things are looking a bit tired. The course has held up well after the dreadful weather we have experienced over this past year and this has shown especially on the greens. It has created very challenging putting issues with no way of reading the speed (slow) or performance (bobbling) on the surface. The tees were in excellent condition and much can be said of the fairways but off line in the semi rough and ball lose was high for all our groups as the grass has not mowed due to weather conditions and the softness of the ground. The club house is also looking a bit tired with paint work needed just about everywhere, all said I very much like this club with some long challenging holes and will recommend to others.

Brilliant venue for a celebration. We hired the club for a family party and it was perfect. Connor was so helpful organising it all. The food was excellent - everyone commented on what a great buffet it was (with lots of fresh, healthy options as well as the classics). Thanks for all your help!

Played today with a small work society, and we had a great day out. First time we've played there but won't be the last. Lovely course with some great holes that make you think about your tee shot. Breakfast wasn't bad either.

Played today with our society 28/06/24 warm friendly welcome great breakfast to start our day and fantastic course great condition all round from tee to green will be making a return trip.

Fantastic course with some of the best greens in the Manchester area. Very friendly staff and members. It is well worth a visit.

Very happy to give the club a 5 star review. Just had a family birthday party and the service from Carolyn and her team was first class. Carolyn was very responsive to all my questions and nothing was too much trouble. On the day her team were warm and friendly, all the party guests had a lovely time and enjoyed the hot buffet food. Highly recommend!

Lovely course well laid out and well presented. The course is highly maintained and frequently updated in regards to pin locations. There is fair pricing for a golf round, and the golf professional is polite and friendly with good knowledge to help with your golf swing and course advice.

I played here twice in June 2024, once in pouring rain at the beginning of the round. The course was immaculate with very well kept fairways. The greens were smooth, fast, and challenging. The rough was closely cut and there wasn't any great amount of debris under or around the trees. There was no waterlogging despite the English rain. The course isn't hugely difficult for a high handicap player but it does require some course management and a deal of care on the greens, some of which don't appear to have any level surfaces. The clubhouse is modern and comfortable. The bar staff are very friendly and helpful. I enjoy this course and I have heard good things from my brother who is a member for six years. Green fees were very reasonable too.

We had a great day! Wonderful welcome, top hospitality and brilliant course. Our golf society Can’t wait to return so we’ve already booked for next year!!!

Great day out. Nice little course with some lovely holes. Great to see maintenance being carried out on the course aswell. The course was reasonable dry considering the rain we have had. Well worth a visit . 100% be back. Friendly pro shop and well sign posted.

I've been walking around this beautiful place during 2020 lockdown in UK. I can't stress enough how much I appreciate its been located just across the street. I thought it would be nice to contribute with some photos I took. Have fun all golf lovers it's a perfect place for your game!

Decent Parkland⛳️Good conditions, Some Interesting holes😉 Just Playing The Par3’s Is worth the visit Alone; Greens rolling nice and true⚡️Very scoreable If Swinging 🏌🏻‍♂️🔥