401 South England St,
Williamsburg, Virginia 23185
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Jeff Winters (PGA, Head Golf Professional).The Course:
18 holes. Tree-lined and open parkland. Undulating terrain - several slopes to climb.
Surroundings:
Woodland.
Designer:
Original design by Robert Trent Jones Sr with later modifications by his son Rees Jones (1997 and 2016).
Also at Golden Horseshoe are the 18-hole par-72 Green course (7,120 yds from back tees) and the 9-hole par-31 Spotswood course (1,865 yds).
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o.5 mi E of Williamsburg / 45 mi NW of Norfolk.
Golden Horseshoe (Gold)
The Golden Horseshoe Golf Club (Gold course): Home to two excellent 18-hole championship golf courses, both layouts here at Golden Horseshoe were crafted by members of the Jones family. The generally higher-ranked Gold course was designed by the incomparable Robert Trent Jones Sr. Its also well-rated and pleasantly testing stablemate, the Green course, was laid out by the great man's son, Rees Jones.
The Gold course is a championship layout that ranks with some of the best in Virginia. This tree-lined parkland course provides a wonderful test for your all-round game, with many attractive, skilfully crafted and challenging holes to enjoy. A must play if you are in the area.
Stay&Play at Golden Horseshoe: nearby luxury accommodation available, see Where2Stay section below.
Visitors welcome on weekdays and weekends.
Must book in advance.
Walking permitted. Caddies and forecaddies available on all three Golden Horseshoe courses (book caddies when reserving tee-time).
Excellent (incl a double-ended driving range).
The Legend of the Golden Horseshoe (and source of the golf club's name) dates all the way back to 1716. In this auspicious year, colonial governor Alexander Spotswood (after whom the nine-hole course is named), led a daring 63-man expedition to explore the far reaches of the Virginia colony.
Horseshoes were an essential part of the expedition's equipment, helping the horses cope with the rugged terrain. Legend has it that after the arduous journey, Spotswood rewarded all his companions with a small Golden Horseshoe, some studded with valuable gems. To this day, none of the Golden Horseshoes have been found.
Golden Horseshoe's courses are Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary golf courses.
Virginia's 7th best course (Golf Digest, 2023/24).
USA's 60th best public access course (Golf Digest, 2023).
136 East Francis St, Williamsburg, VA 23185
+1 (757) 229 1000
Visit websiteThe Williamsburg Inn provides a luxurious home away from home, with Regency-style furnishings that lend a majestic ambience. The Inn features a wide selection of spacious rooms, accompanied by marble bathrooms, each with a deep tub and separate shower. Historic Williamsburg is a must see for visitors to the area. | A member of the Historic Hotels of America collection.
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