Best Golf Courses in Highclere, Hampshire (2025)

Rating: 5 / 5

Bearwood Lakes Golf Day: A Premier Networking and Brand Promotion Event Bearwood Lakes recently hosted an exceptional golf day event that not only showcased the stunning course but also served as a prime opportunity for business owners and golf enthusiasts to connect, network, and foster meaningful business relationships. The event was a resounding success, drawing a full house with 42 participants turning up for a booking initially made for 40. This enthusiastic turnout underscores the high regard participants have for the quality of the event and the prestigious Bearwood Lakes course. Despite a little rain throughout the day the spirit of the event remained undiminished! The day kicked off with breakfast, with participants enjoying lively discussions and watching coverage of the Masters build up in the sports bar during breakfast. This set the tone for a day filled with not just exceptional golf but also significant networking opportunities. The event seamlessly transitioned into a more intimate setting for the meal in a private area of the restaurant, where attendees could engage in deeper conversations and business discussions. A particularly thoughtful touch was the personalized towels given to each player post-golf, which was very well received and appreciated by all. Such details contributed to the overall exceptional experience of the day. Bearwood Lakes, a private members club nestled in Berkshire, is renowned for its exclusivity and serene environment, yet it was the warmth and welcoming nature of the club and its staff that truly stood out. From the early morning welcome and tour of the facilities to the attentive and informative golf operations team, every aspect of the event was catered to with professionalism and a personal touch. The clubhouse, traditional yet impressive, along with top-notch warm-up facilities, added to the day's exclusivity. This event proved to be an invaluable platform for business owners to promote their brands and pass leads amongst one another in a relaxed and friendly environment. The combination of a premier golf setting, excellent organization, and the opportunity for meaningful networking made the Bearwood Lakes golf day a standout event for business promotion and relationship building. With overwhelmingly positive feedback, including fifteen 5-star reviews, it's clear that Bearwood Lakes is setting a high standard for golf networking events. We look forward to welcoming new and returning guests to future events.

Rating: 4 / 5

Lovely tough course. In good condition, see photos. Lunch and dinner menus were very good. We found it expensive and renting a rake for the bunkers was a bit of a joke. Glad we played it, ticked off the list.

Rating: 5 / 5

Beautiful golf course laid out in fabulous grounds. Very spacious club house with pleasant staff offering a good variety of food and drink to members and visitors. Popular venue for corporate and wedding events.

Rating: 5 / 5

Super golf course. Struggles a bit Dec though Feb but the rest of the years it’s simply stunning

Rating: 4 / 5

I feel I am being harsh not giving a 5 star rating, a coffee midway would have been great, lots of balls hit in over 3 hours. Ross tried different shafts and club heads for me, suiting my shape, which is difficult with a neutral path, but he was excellent. I thoroughly enjoyed the session, money well spent, !!! I wouldn’t buy online again, with Elite, I experienced guys with knowledge, experience and a passion for golf. I was fitted for 4 big club changes, 2 clubs I have ordered, and am very happy. I will be recommending them at my golf club.

Rating: 5 / 5

I had a very enjoyable irons fitting session with Ross late on Friday afternoon. After going to Ross for my driver last year I knew it would be worthwhile again and so it proved. I am a mid-handicapper who started the session swinging poorly, Ross was patient and reassuring as I slowly settled down as we went through the detailed fitting process. I was producing too little spin and had a wicked miss which pulled left but Ross encouraged and persevered and eventually we settled on an iron set perhaps more usually offered to a lower handicapper. I love that Ross does not work in the usual parameters of what people might expect but delves deep to really understand what clubs suit your game most without preconceptions. Very enjoyable session and I’m hoping rewarding (once my new set of irons arrives). A quick no pressure check of the set up at the top of my bag yielded no extra club sales for Ross but was nevertheless a very reassuring review for me.

Rating: 5 / 5

I spent yesterday afternoon having a full fitting session with Ross at Elite Performance Golf and arrived initially with some apprehension as to how I would perform as a high handicapper and whether I would get much feedback as a result. Tom was a calming influence from arrival which was much appreciated! Ross then proceeded to help me get through the first 20 mins or so where I was swinging very badly and he made sure that I felt relaxed and got into a rhythm before moving into a highly detailed and comprehensive analytical breakdown of what clubs I needed to help improve and make the game easier. There were also some really helpful tips from both Ross and Tom on small adjustments that I could make to my general set up of which showed instant results and allowed me to hit a series of clubs well, that I never normally use. I really enjoyed the relaxed approach combined with high levels of feedback and data. All in all, a really impressive service from these guys and I could not recommend them enough with customer service out of the top drawer. 100% I’ll be back soon and thank you Ross and Tom.

Rating: 5 / 5

Went for a wedge fitting with Ross and we first had a chat about where I was with my game and what I wanted out of my wedges with the gapping as well as playability with short game shots. I didn’t bring the best version of my golf swing for the whole fitting but was reassured that during the fitting I had the chance to test all the leading brands in the lofts and bounce/grinds I’d need and was under no pressure by Ross to order through him or be fit into the most expensive option. Will definitely be coming back for a driver and fairway wood firing in the new year!

Rating: 5 / 5

Fabulous Golf Course and in prestine condition. Greens very undulated and super fast.

Rating: 5 / 5

Beautiful course. Well maintained. Nice and wide too.

Rating: 5 / 5

Private course for John Lewis & Waitrose partners. Very well kept and an interesting course made of two 9 hole course, old (original and better) and new which is still good.

Rating: 5 / 5

Had a great day playing against the seniors today, a lovely course, testing but inviting and the greens were in beautiful condition. But the best part was the great bunch of guys we played with. Thanks for the day guys, and hopefully will be back again.

Rating: 4 / 5

A great place to have a round of golf with some challenging holes which makes it worth a visit. Very well priced for the green fees, the greens are very good with hardly any pitch marks that have not been repaired, I've seen worse greens than these and payed a lot more. The tee yellow boxes could be a bit better but that's a minor detail, overall a well maintained course, staff and fellow golfers helpful and pleasant,

Rating: 5 / 5

Super course and welcoming staff. Would love to play in the summer… hope to return and improve my score

Rating: 5 / 5

A fantastic tree lined golf course buried in the Berkshire countryside. A good challenge witj some fun holes and the course was in perfect condition, would highly recommend.

Rating: 5 / 5

Played here about 10 years ago and was pleasantly surprised by how much the course has improved. Quick firm greens, tree lined with great cutting patterns throughout.

Rating: 5 / 5

A great golf course. And a tough one too so not for the beginner. Hilly, chalky countryside means it's playable in winter/spring when many other course are not. Pro shop and bar/clubhouse are good standard. And you'll deserve a drink when you've finished a round!

Rating: 5 / 5

Great course, lovely views, friendly club house staff.

Rating: 5 / 5

Great day playing Hockley. Terrific welcome. Lovely food. Fantastic course.

Rating: 4 / 5

It's a downland course, close to the M3. There are a reasonable variety of holes. It's not overly tough, but some of the greens undulations can be a challenge. It's quiet a hilly course, so if you're carrying, be prepared. The clubhouse staff are welcoming friendly. The food is OK. If you're in the area it's worth a visit.

Rating: 5 / 5

Best welcome to date…beautiful link course, with the Isle of Wight views. A big shout of to Christie in the pro shop who went up and beyond to help my partner and I find a good place for NYE. Also Graham Pole for his generosity in buying us a pint after our first game here, as the bar was closing with only cash payments. We will defiantly be back to play the final 9 soon. Sam & James 😃

Rating: 4 / 5

Fun course...good shape...a bit confusing as 3 9's so always around people and other holes. Would come back. Played it in a 3 club wind which always takes away a little something. Great views.

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely course, a typical wintery day with murky clouds and it was pretty windy in some exposed places. I really enjoyed the variety of elevated tees, blind tee shots, water hazards and the views are stunning. I look forward to visiting again in the Summer months !!!

Rating: 5 / 5

We are members anyway, and to be honest it's a very special place to visit. The sea view, Christchurch Bay, Needles in full view of, is stunning! Brendan for us being front of house, he is absolutely key to our experience, very witty, very hard working and attentive, along side a great team effort in general. We love it here, and will be forever regular visitors.

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolute joy to be a member here. Local to me and perfect to help me get started on my short game. Well kept, beautiful views and a fantastic par 3 coarse. Everyone super friendly and helpful. Overtons little secret piece of heaven !

Rating: 4 / 5

good little course. excellent for beginners

Rating: 4 / 5

Didn't play golf but used it for scouts it was decent

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely little course that needs to be respected. Amazing scenery and views of the river test.

Rating: 5 / 5

Good golf course, challenging yet forgiving if you manage the course. Beware the bunkers, lol. Golf buggies available. Book tee time on line and buggy. Discounts on buggies for medical reasons.

Rating: 5 / 5

I recently ran a Mental Health and Small Business - One Day Conference at Test Valley Golf Club and can't truly express how impressed I was with everything from the venue, to the catering, to the level of service. From the moment I enquired, Maria and Molly made me feel welcome and wanted to ensure they could accommodate as much as was feasible to create an event just as I had envisioned. The preparation and support provided was second to none. On the day, the food was excellent, the room was perfectly arranged and no dietary requirements or additional requests were too much trouble. They were so attentive and I can not wait to book our next event with them.

Rating: 5 / 5

This course is easily one of the best in Hampshire its playable all year round due to it having great drainage and being based on chalk. The greens are in prefect condition all year round, much needed development is happening and its making the course stunning to look at aswell as to play. The club is very welcoming and has a very mixed age group with great attention payed to younger players to get them into golf. I also got married at the club and every part of the day was so well organised and put together. Test valley really is a great club.

Rating: 5 / 5

I have played here over the years and recently twice. The staff are all polite, friendly and helpful. I rely on them to pass on my compliments to the kitchen crew for excellent meals, and the greens staff for a well maintained course. Not the cheapest but certainly best value for money on a society day out.

Rating: 4 / 5

It's a lovely little 9 hole course which makes you think about each shot and takes approximately 2 hrs to get round as a mid handicapper. A driver isn't really needed as it's all par 3's/4's. Greenkeepers do a great job and it's in fantastic condition considering all the rain we've had. The staff are very helpful and friendly. The other plus is they have golf simulators called "the bunker" next to the pro shop. The only downside is the driving range is too short but I do understand why and there aren't any nets too properly loosen up before a round. All in all give it a try!

Rating: 4 / 5

Enjoyable round in the West Berkshire countryside. Course quite wet and 4th hole undergoing maintenance work to the fairway. Will be much better when finished. Pleasant staff very welcoming.

Rating: 4 / 5

It's a short 9 hole course but has some challenging holes, especially the 8th. Its well maintained. It has very friendly staff. A nice course.

Rating: 5 / 5

Just rocked up and hit a load of balls (badly) at the driving range. £7.20 for a bucket of 75. Like the look of their Bunker indoor golf area. Going to try it out soon. Fun place

Rating: 4 / 5

Loved this course. Lots of challenging holes, and you probably need to play it a couple of times so that you know where to position your ball for easier routes into the greens. The greens were all running really true. The only draw back the time we were there was the 7th had a temporary green because of a major problem with a culvert that had collapsed near the green, but it has been repaired and they are just waiting for everything to recover

Rating: 4 / 5

Course in good condition, 7th hole had temporary green. Staff welcoming.

Rating: 5 / 5

Great course. A bit short at less than 6,000 yards but some great holes and greens in excellent condition

Rating: 5 / 5

Update a year later - unwavering in my respect for the effort the club takes to create a great experience. A great golf course run by a fantastic team. I've been a member for a year now and as a high handicapper can't believe how welcoming everyone including other members are. Loads of comps to help you get better, tees and greens in great condition - can't comment on the fairways as rarely see them :) Great work all at N&C p.s. They've just got a new caterer and the food is AMAZING! I may just forget about the golf and go for meals there instead!