Best Golf Courses in Emsworth, Hampshire (2025)

Rating: 5 / 5

Superb course, played it Jan 19th in 4 degree weather. Played of the whites and it’s a serious test of golf. Some very challenging long par fours but some very gettable par 5s. Great par 3s except perhaps 17 which does let the rest of them down slightly. Course was in great condition given rain and frost, can only imagine in peak times it would be utterly amazing. Would love to come back

Rating: 5 / 5

We played the course today, and what a treat it was. I work as a maintenance contractor for many prestigious Surrey golf courses and I have played some of the best courses in the UK. I just played Formby last week. I have to say the condition of the course was better than any higher ranking courses in the area. I was absolutely blown away by how true and firm the greens were. The fairways, tees and aprons. 5 * condition. The course manager and his team have a clear passion for what they do. Absolute class. Esp for the time of year and the amount of rain we have had recently. Even the heather was better maintained than neighbouring courses. The new holes and layout have been so well executed you would never know which ones they are, but they have made the course so much better. The rye grass walk ways are a thing of beauty as well. Nothing is wanting here. I’m not sure why the course hasn't got a higher ranking in the top 100?

Rating: 4 / 5

Great golf course, dry and in good condition even in winter. Only negatives are the proximity of the road and the need to cross it twice. Clubhouse bar has some great beers and the carvery lunch is very good.

Rating: 5 / 5

I haven’t played all of them obviously, but I would say that this is one of the best courses I’ve experienced in England. Stunning greens and fairways like carpets, the course is well maintained by a team who know what good looks like and are passionate about golf. A real treat.

Rating: 5 / 5

We have played here with our grandsons on a couple of occasions. It is by far the best one for many miles. Great friendly atmosphere with knowledgeable staff who make it. If only every golf course had the same great staff. Thank you we will be back ⛳️

Rating: 5 / 5

Great course. Nice challenge for us 18 handicap golfers. Great value for money. Nicely stocked Pro Shop competitively priced. Will definitely be going again soon!

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely views of the sea and good place to practice your short game

Rating: 5 / 5

Definitely still open! Played July 3rd and many times before!

Rating: 5 / 5

A great place to be, good food, good company and great golf on the best course.

Rating: 5 / 5

Gosh how good are the greens for this time of year! Looking forward to the better weather. Club house food can be a bit naff! Not the case today! took the friendly recommendation of club sandwich. Fantastic taste and value. I joked was it made with “Love” she confirmed it was. This combined with a great coffee was outstanding! I will be back.

Rating: 5 / 5

Nice course, in good condition when we played with quite fast greens. Narrow in places for tee shots making it a good test of Golf. We would certainly come back.

Rating: 5 / 5

A great and challenging golf course. The greens are outstanding and extremely well maintained. If you’ve not played here for a few years you must return to experience the improvements; bunkers are beautifully manicured and the drainage work has done wonders to the course in the wetter months. The new head chef (previously of The Briny) has created an exciting new menu too.

Rating: 4 / 5

Excellent course - true links. Great shape. Fair. Played in 20 yard wind, sideways rain, full sun....would come back in a heartbeat (and for the record I think the middle 5/6 holes are incredibly strong).

Rating: 5 / 5

Wow what a stunning links set up. Tough as you like. A proper test of golf. Greens are super quick, bunkers are faultless fairways are tight and the rough is punishing. Definitely be back. But today with the wind the course crushed our group.

Rating: 5 / 5

This is a proper links and a tough track. We were lucky enough to play it on a calm day and you still needed your driving game to be in good shape to make the fairways. Some great holes and no bad ones - unsure why Hayling doesn't rate higher in all those Top 50's etc. For my money it's the best links between Rye and Saunton in the South of England. Add to that a lovely clubhouse with great balcony views and friendly welcome with none of the stuffiness of some of the better known courses. Well worth a day trip from London and good value for money for the quality of golf and conditioning of the course.

Rating: 5 / 5

This place goes straight into the top-10. A great track and a great club to boot. Superb routing, great conditioning, fair test and not easy when the wind blows. You can see why this place is rated in the same bracket as Rye GC (maybe better). Big thanks to Mark (Pro) and to Graham / the club for getting us on. The clubhouse is a JOY with a great restaurant to boot. It took me 20 years to get here, and I will be back within 3 months ... it IS that good.

Rating: 5 / 5

Great golf course quite challenging on some hole's, super condition and excellent value for par 3 18 hole course. Club house staff very friendly and welcoming as were the other golfer's at the course. Highly recommended.

Rating: 5 / 5

Brilliant course and well priced. Friendly, helpful staff and plenty of tee times to pick from.

Rating: 5 / 5

The food was excellent!! Great place to get married, staff very friendly and supportive they made my sister's special day go smoothly!! Highly recommended!

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolutely gorgeous for a wedding venue. My daughter and new son in law recently held their wedding at Ampfield Country club. Staff were above and beyond helpful and friendly they helped make the day so special. Setting was stunning ***** star.

Rating: 5 / 5

Wide fairways with interesting holes and many elevation changes. No electric carts when it is wet so old timers who are not fit might struggle going uphill on several holes. Stags, pheasant and lots of birds on the course. Worth a visit.

Rating: 5 / 5

I recently had the pleasure of visiting this stunning location, and I can't recommend it enough. The setting is absolutely beautiful, with well-maintained grounds that create a peaceful and inviting atmosphere. The service was top-notch—attentive, friendly, and professional. The meal was nothing short of exceptional, with flavors that left me craving more. Every aspect of the experience was enhanced by the wonderful staff, who went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. Overall, a memorable experience in every way!

Rating: 5 / 5

We visited for a vineyard tour, wine tasting, and lunch for £60 a head. Self drive golf buggies down to the vineyards, which is great fun! The tour guide was informative and friendly. Had a glass of sparkling as we explored. Then back for tasting, which was a small flight of 3. Very my glasses a bottle was split between 8 of us! Lunch was lovely, and the grounds were beautiful. We left the car and got a taxi home.

Rating: 5 / 5

Really nice course, well kept, challenging for all abilities yet fun. Members were also welcoming. Recommend playing here if you have the chance, really well looked after. I'll be returning when I've lost the sh**ks too!

Rating: 5 / 5

This is really a great experience, not a long course but you need to think through every shot. Not one hole the same. Very attractive as well as a top test.

Rating: 5 / 5

First visit to this tree lined course in Oct 24. In good condition. Great society day out.

Rating: 4 / 5

Very good Golf course and given the conditions (near freezing and a small bit of rain), thought the course held up really well. Unfortunately, we were on temporary greens but that is not a fault of the club. Not the longest of courses but still a good test of Golf, there are many greens with false fronts. It seems And can imagine that you do have to be very accurate with approach shots. Would love to come back again in the spring or summer to really see what the course is like.

Rating: 5 / 5

I was invited by a friend and member of this club, Played today with 3 friends, Wednesday 5th of June, 2024 This is my opinion of the course, club house staff and members I met in the car park. The course was flawless !!!! The tees were flat well looked after really tidy and big enough to change positions 7 time a week, The fairways were beautifully cut and no sign of a weed on any of the fairways, The aprons were very good, And as for the greens, Well great cut great roll incredible breaks tricky to read but really enjoyable, The clubhouse, Excellent ! Comfortable, clean, tidy and great views. Staff are polite, friendly and welcoming. Other members we bumped into were friendly and welcoming. A Great job by one and all. Greens Staff great work guys. I would be so proud if I were a member of this club !!!!

Rating: 5 / 5

A lovely course with high standard greens, tees and fairways. Staff are friendly and helpful. Great food upstairs that's very cheap. Would highly recommend playing there. There's a nice putting green which you can chip onto too. The 4th is lovely and if you're a accurate big hitter, it's worth going for the green.

Rating: 4 / 5

A wonderful course ⛳️. Visited as a guest and was very pleasantly surprised. Both the tee-boxes and greens were immaculate. Some really good challenging holes, made more tricky by the fast pace of the greens. Had a great time on the corse and will definitely recommend. Only 4 stars as booking the time proved very challenging, as the phone was never answered, the clubhouse was shut when we finish at around 7pm, and the old boy in the club shop was rude and disrespectful, especially to a visitor who they should be trying to impress not belittle.

Rating: 4 / 5

Lovely course in great condition. Played for the first time recently with 3 friends after Old Thorns (which was also lovely, but with some challenging holes). Shame spikes not allowed on the balcony!?

Rating: 5 / 5

Played the course 17-12-23. 9 hole course (par 35) you can play twice as a full round for only £25. Good conditions considering the recent rain. Wide fairways, almost links-like. A decent test for all levels of players. Great little cafe for food and drink afterwards. Will come back in the summer!

Rating: 5 / 5

Really good value for money. The golf club has a 9 hole course which had greens that ran true and there was actual sand in the bunkers. The pro shop is large and even has some indoor bays, which I admit I didn’t get around to seeing. There is a driving range and the on-site cafe did great food. On the course itself I’d say there are some holes that stand out but it’s a bit bland in its setting for the most part. That being said, I will be back again for certain.

Rating: 5 / 5

Great 9 hole course, we went round twice. Lovely cafe & good shop.

Rating: 5 / 5

Brilliant golf course. Well kept and maintained. Some lovely holes ⛳️ Only bad thing I can say is a few of the ball cleaners need removing or repairing.

Rating: 5 / 5

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 .

Rating: 5 / 5

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.

Rating: 5 / 5

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.

Rating: 4 / 5

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.