The Best Golf Courses in Buckland Newton, Hampshire, United Kingdom (2025)

Afternoon tea was a birthday pressie. Never been to this venue before, lovely setting overlooking the golf course. Staff very welcoming and hot drinks (unlimited refills) served straight away with food following soon after. All looked delicious. My only critisism would be the size of the sandwiches. Personally I would have preferred them to be dainty finger sandwiches and perhaps without the extras, i.e. picalilli, cranberry sauce, which are not to everyones taste. That said, we had a lovely afternoon and I am returning for lunch with a group of friends next month. Thank you.

Love the course and the investment in the drainage to improve play in winter. Very helpful staff, the course is really enjoyable and great greens. I will be back, be great if you had a 9 hole price, as I rarely have time for 18. The pro at the club is extremely helpful and really knows he stuff. Always willing to help and the simulator in this weather is really useful.

I went there for a birthday meal, the food was amazing, it was a roast and the roast potatoes were perfect. I would thoroughly recommend them as their service was friendly and professional. The view from the club house is spectacular too.

My daughter treated me to a high tea at southwick golf club today for my birthday . What a wonderful treat this turned out to be . The sandwiches were perfect the cakes and scones were perfect we asked for coffee rather than tea and it was a delightful coffee . The lady that took care of us was so friendly and just the best host . To say we were all impressed is an understatement. It was a beautiful place with fantastic views to look out on fantastic service and fantastic high tea can't recommend this place enough we will definitely be returning. All I can say is thank you you catered for 4 generations my mum my me my daughter and my grandson and we all had the best time .

Ellie and the events team were excellent at helping us with our big day. We felt that we were in safe hands from our first time at Skylark through to our big day. The catering and bar team were accommodating and friendly both on our tasting day and throughout the wedding, not to forget that the food and drinks were amazing. We were so happy with how smoothly everything ran and how helpful everyone was - thank you!

Went for brunch here on daughters birthday in the restaurant/ cafe area. Had a great time! Weather was nice and sunny so we sat outside. Food was good and served promptly with no fuss. Would definitely go back again.

We got married at Skylark on Sunday 26th May - We cannot explain how amazing everything was! We haven't stopped talking about our special day and how Skylark did everything so perfectly! We had so many lovely compliments on the food, the team and the whole running of the day. Someone even said it was the prettiest wedding venue they had ever been to, which we couldn't agree with more! We wanted to say a huge thank you to you and the team at Skylark for making everything so special for us. From the moment we booked, the wedding and events team were incredibly professional and supportive, answering every one of my many many questions. Shortly after we booked our wedding, it was announced that Skylark was being put into administration, this was understandably concerning but the team were there to support us at every stage of the planning process and made us feel 100% more relaxed! A special shout out to Amy who made the initial stages for wedding planning so exciting and effortless! She went off to have a baby which is equally as exciting but we felt sad that we'd lost her. Thankfully we were assigned to Elly (Events Manager) and we instantly knew we were in safe hands. Elly ensured our day ran perfectly and truly was the day we'd dreamt of. During the evening, Jason took over and was amazing. Regularly checking in with both of us to ensure we were okay and making any necessary changes. We cannot explain how thankful we are for everyone at Skylark.

First class course in both condition and presentation. Helpful bar staff as we played late afternoon. Lots of attention to detail, would certainly return.

Unbelievable golf course. Classic course with heather and pines,slick greens and in top condition. Customer service top notch, steeped in tradition with a long history but welcoming in every possible way.Proud of their club and wanting to show it off to visitors.

Sometimes.......... ....... and not very often....... you get to play a course and think.... this is it.. the perfect model for an ideal golf course........ I am lucky, I get to play many different courses all over the UK, Europe and parts of the US. Ferndown is a first...... the first time I have found that perfect model. Our welcome started before we even got to the course, an interchange of email with Sue Helliker, and a sound, solid, honest but polite response. The welcome on check in in the pro shop. An excellent breakfast in a very nice surroundings . A very welcoming, course starter who was informative and helpful without being some overbearing " dont do this dont do that" individual. Members who got stuck behind us, who kept checking we knew where we were going, and were clearly more interested in making sure we were enjoying our golf, rather than holding them up. The course itself is a gem, difficult / tricky, without being impossible, bad shots punished, without losing a ball, good shots rewarded. Shorter holes that really made you think about club selection, well protected greens and hazards / bunkers well placed in landing zones, greens that were both difficult and consistent. Could I pick a "weak" hole, no chance. So from a visitor who cant wait to return a big thank you, to the staff and the members we met alike, all of whom, seemed to be so rightly proud of this wonderful experience.

Had a meal with friends, food and staff were very nice. We did not play golf.

8 of us had a great 3 days. The lodge we had couldn't have Been better,comfortable & well equipped. The food we had was outstanding & the staff were very professional & helpful. On to the golf,all 3 courses were quite demanding, but very playable, with lovely green & tight fairways. I would definitely recommend anyone who wants a great golf experience to give it a try,we would definitely go again.

We stayed in a lodge which was spacious and well equipped. Just a short walk to the restaurant and facilities at the clubhouse. Indoor short mat bowls,and what looked like a good golf course although we didn't use it

Lovely golf venue with 3 9 hole courses, all 3 are a good challenge and normally in really good condition. Pro shop is well stocked and the staff are friendly. The clubhouse is large and has ample seating inside and out, good range of beers and Cider, food is also spot on. Across the road they have a large trackman equipped driving range which is great for warming up before a round.

Lovely course, well prices, friendly staff and members. When taking all into account I am giving this 5 stars. The course itself is good quality with a proper length to the par 4 and 5 holes. Greens are immaculate and quick. It's not quite a championship course but given it's £13 for a twilight round if you prebook on the website it's great value. Even peak time rounds come in at under £30. The clubhouse is nice. Good selection of drinks and a nice area to sit a chill after a round. There is an outside patio nearly completed right by the 18th green which will be superb on a warm day/evening. Staff and members are very friendly and helpful. I will play here time and time again.

We have had our annual group members (for 80 members, though we could easily fill more places) afternoon cream tea at Crane Valley for the past 3 years. Every year they provide the same superb food and service. Nothing is to much trouble for the staff, the facilities are top notch with the 80 place function room with bar and lounge area with views over the scenic golf course down to the lake. Highly recommended.

Teriffic round at Crane Valley GC. Played like a donkey, but that wasn't down to the course, which wasn't long, but was technical in places. Hit some good shots, but also some shockers, think I should have left the putter in the car too ! Enjoyable course, even in the drizzle !

An absolutely amazing place for not only Golf 😊 but also a venue to train your staff at. From the enquiry, all the way through to the end of the training course, these guys are simply incredible, Sammie and the team in the office to Stewart and the bar staff, they could not have done anymore. I will most definitely be using them again for my training requirements. Thank you again Paul Young CPC Direct Training Ltd

Friendly golf club who go out of their way to please visitors. They do a great breakfast as well! Course is good if not too challenging so ideal first stop on a tour to the New Forest areas.

Excellent course. Greens have always been good whenever I have played. A fair but really good test with a challenging finish over the last four holes.

A great round of golf. This parkland course was challenging (slope 127 off the yellows) beautifully kept and in super condition. The tee boxes were pristine, the greens very tricky and very fast. The fairways were wide and sand in the bunkers soft and fluffy. No streams or ponds or any water hazards - what's not to like?? Additionally staff in the Pro Shop and bar were friendly and welcoming. The bar food was substantial, well presented and very reasonable. We will return.

A lovely course, food was also very good - attended a golf day here

Great course, ideal for someone wanting to start out due to short yardage but some testing holes nonetheless. Old school driving range, great character and friendly welcoming staff, reasonably priced

Lovely 9 hole golf course. Tricky in places which makes it an interesting course. Definitely worth a visit.

What a lovely little course, not too difficult but plenty long enough to have a really good game. With golf pro tuition and plenty of spots on the driving range, there's everything you need. Many thanks.

Played this lovely course, in lovely condition, with lovely people, on a lovely day !!! Thank you.

Specifically a review on the coaching and Pro Shop. Had lessons with Bailey Birch since the beginning of this year. Couldn’t have imagined such a big change in my swing and my enjoyment of the game since having lessons with him. Lessons in particular are very good. Lots of important information and always a positive outcome with a specific working point to work on inbetween lessons. This always led to a visible solid improvement without overloading me on too many issues with my swing at once. Couldn’t recommend him enough if considering lessons whether it’s a playing lesson, range session or in the simulator.

One of the top 100 golf courses in GB. Harry Colt design, very beautiful throughout, but very unforgiving. If you in doubt, then think twice before you hit……

What a little gem of a golf course! We visited on a lovely day and I had a lesson with Charlie, who was an excellent teacher, and made me feel at ease. The course has a family atmosphere to it, not intimidating like other places. The little cafe has a beautiful setting and a nice selection of dishes. Shame you're an hour away from is, hopefully we can visit soon!

Nice little course, Very enjoyable afternoon playing a round, friendly atmosphere

Tricky little golf course, plays 18, designed around a 9 hole. No par 5's but lots of par 4's (and long ones). T Boxes were difficult to get T pegs into the ground. Lovely and flat course. Such a pretty course to play. Very enjoyable. This was the first time in 20 years of my golfing experiences (and I have played many courses)...that I have ever seen steps into a bunker !! Luckily I didn't have to use them 🙃

Wonderful golf course in exceptional condition. Played on a sunny Sunday afternoon and felt like only ones on the course! Very friendly welcome from staff and we were well looked after. Thanks very much!

The best golf course that I have played in a long time, every thing about the place was 1st class. Very warm welcome on arrival which continue all day staff excellent. The courses was thoughtless . I didn't play all that well but was a pleasure to have played it and looking forward to returning and hopefully playing better.

Great course in another 10 years will be even better. Nice clubhouse as well. Some very special holes and a good test

Brilliant course brilliant staff , Absolutely great experience the course is immaculate full credit to green staff and management for what is truly a tip top course , there are normally one or two holes on a course that you think to yourself are a little weak or don’t quite fit right , but not here everyone of the holes are beauty’s get there for a game if you can , played on Monday the 25th of July .