Little Brickhill,
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK17 9LJ
Office
+44 (0)1908 370 756Pro shop
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Visit websiteGolf pro
Daniel Grieve (Head PGA Professional).The Course:
18 holes. Tree-lined parkland. Undulating terrain - a few slopes to climb.
Surroundings:
Woodland.
Designer:
Charles Lawrie
The three 18-hole courses at Woburn are: Marquess Course (par-72, 7,214 yds from back tees); Duke's course (par-72, 6,976 yds); Duchess Course (par-72, 6,651 yds).
51.993469
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5 miles SE of Milton Keynes
Leave the M1 motorway at exit 13, just south of Milton Keynes. Follow the A4012 direction Woburn. In Woburn turn right to Woburn Sands; after o.6 miles turn left into Longslade Lane. Follow signs to golf for 1.5 miles.
Woburn (Duke's)
Woburn Golf Club (Duke's course): The Duke's course at Woburn exudes the regal splendour of a golf course that's been around for a hundred years or more. The surprise is that its dates back only to 1976. The oldest of Woburn's stunning triumvirate of championship layouts, the Duke's boasts a a fan base of devotees that is both large and global.
The Charles Lawrie designed Duke's is a quintessentially English wooded parkland layout. Towering pines, silver birch and chestnut trees line the fairways, together with a copious volume of rhododendrons. At the signature short downhill par-3 3rd, rhododendrons encircle the green, providing a dazzling profusion of colour when they flower in late Spring.
The first six holes on the Duke's offers a wonderful example of how undulating woodland terrain, in the right hands, can be crafted into a dramatic and testing golf layout. The middle six continues the theme although on slightly flatter ground, before bringing you to a superb closing six holes.
Woburn's Marquess course may have taken over the mantle as Woburn's host venue for the European Tour's big-hitting professionals, but the Duke’s remains the firm favourite of many members and visiting golfers. It is where golf began on the Duke of Bedford’s Woburn Estate, and is unquestionably one of the greatest undulating woodland courses in England.
Visitors welcome on weekdays; members-only on weekends.
Must book in advance. Handicap required.
Contact club for full details, discounts, 36-hole packages, etc. [Last updated: 2023].
Players generally walk this course.
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The grounds of the Woburn Estate always possessed the ingredients for the creation of a top-calibre golf venue. Located just 30 minutes from London's M25 orbital motorway, a large and natural expanse of undulating forest was complemented by fast-draining sandy soil, perfect for golf. In 1974, Robin Russell (the 14th Duke of Bedford), who was then Marquess of Tavistock, brought the dream to reality with the launch of a world-class golf facility at Woburn.
Since its establishment Woburn has hosted many top-level golf tournaments on all three of its championship layouts. For more details see Top Golf Tournaments at Woburn Golf Club.
Britain & Ireland's 143rd best course (Golf World, 2024).
1 George Street, Woburn, Milton Keynes MK17 9PX.
+44 (0)1525 290 441
Visit websitePart of the Duke of Bedford's Woburn estate, the hotel was first established in 1724 as a coaching inn, a welcome stopover for those journeying between London and the North. In those days it was known as the Bedford Arms, and more latterly the Inn at Woburn. With its spacious and relaxed seating areas, contemporary and individually designed bedrooms and multi award- winning restaurant, Olivier's, The Woburn Hotel offers a modern twist on a country classic hotel.
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Woburn (Duke's, Duchess and Marquess courses); Aspley Guise & Woburn Sands
Bedfordshire
Saxon Street, Layburn Court, Heelands, Milton Keynes MK13 7RA
+44 (0)1908 322 212
Visit websiteThe Novotel Milton Keynes is a modern 3-star hotel situated just outside the city centre. You can relax in the sauna or enjoy a dip in an indoor-heated pool; there's also a fully-equipped gym. The restaurant serves a classic mix of international cuisine.
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Woburn (Duke's, Duchess and Marquess courses); Aspley Guise & Woburn Sands
Bedfordshire
124th US Open: the No.2 Course at Pinehurst once again plays host to this most illustrious championship (June 13-16). Wyndham Clark defends his title, having won at Los Angeles CC in 2023.
79th Women’s US Open: the second women’s major championship of the season gets underway at Lancaster CC in Pennsylvania. It’s the second time the championship has been held here.
(May 30-June 2).
Nelly Korda: won the Mizuho Americas Open (May 16-19) at Liberty National GC, continuing her extraordinary form in LPGA events. This was her sixth win in seven starts in 2024.
Xander Schauffele: recorded his first major championship win, and second record-equalling low score of 62 in a major. Only he, Branden Grace, Rickie Fowler and Shane Lowry have achieved this feat in a men’s major championship.
Marco Simone Golf & Country Club: With a clubhouse that might befit a Roman Emperor, and a golf course to match, you can be sure of a memorable outing at Rome's most talked about golf facility.
Jim Fazio's original layout was much changed to create a modern Ryder Cup course ... now one of the Eternal City's (and Italy's) most revered.
Here at Prince’s Golf Club you'll find 27 excellent holes of links golf. Just over the fence and sharing similar terrain is Royal St George’s; but Prince’s is far from overshadowed by its venerable neighbour. The three nine-hole loops at Prince's, laid out over gently undulating terrain, are sure to bring a smile of satisfaction to all lovers of links golf.
Stay&Play at Prince's: excellent onsite Lodge accommodation available
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