At just over 5,000 yards in length the course may be considered short by modern standards; but complacency is not recommended!
Considered by many to be the hardest starting hole in the county, the first has a steep bank in front of the green and out of bounds to the right. The second and seventh both play to uphill flags, with the fifteenth steeply downhill. The thirteenth and fourteenth are both superb driving holes. Some holes can be driven, such as the sixteenth, but beware – go off line and you are out of bounds.
Many greens are raised or built into the side of a hill, requiring accuracy of length and direction. The borrows are subtle and can be misleading. Take the twelfth for example, where it is difficult to judge whether the green slopes away or towards the hill.
The turf you will find delightful to play from with a distictively ‘links’ type feel. The wind can be a factor on breezy days, challenging the golfers skill and imagination. During the summer months, ferns narrow the fairways waiting to consume errant tee shots, particularly on the intimidating ninth. With excellent drainage the course plays superbly throughout the year. Because each hole is unique the course always retains your interest, so no matter how many times you play, you will never tire of its character.
And if your golf is going badly, don’t worry – you can always admire the views!


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If you do manage to avert your gaze from the views you will find bracken and heather-lined fairways that snake among hills and cavernous valleys, leading to undulating, tricky greens that will ask tough questions of your putting stroke. Church Stretton doesn’t rely on freakish length or huge carries off the tee to give it teeth – the spectacular natural landscape gives it all the bite it needs.
The sandy soil and excellent year-round drainage means the course is a pleasure to play all year round. Many of the golfing Press have also come along to see what all the fuss is about. Todays Golfer, Golf Monthly and others have heaped praise on this “unique gem” and a recent course review described Church Stretton as “a spectacular golfing experience that anyone who loves the game should play.”
But don’t take our word for it – the only way to truly experience all that this unique course has to offer – is to come and play.
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What Our Visitors Say
We take great pride in delivering an exceptional golfing experience. But don’t just take our word for it—here’s what our visitors have to say.
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Stunning views, course was in great condition greens where superb, golf professional was very helpful and friendly. A bargain at £25 0830 tee time had the course to myself, bumped into a few members towards the end very friendly highly recommended. Lovely patio to sit in the sun to rehydrate. Rick Lavens10 April 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. such a cute place, nice views and a lovely walk Iqra Nadeem3 April 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A joy to play. Every time ⛳ George Boden31 March 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Beautiful scenic golf course, well maintained and great greens. Members and Staff are very friendly. giles beaumont30 March 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ignore the negative comments on here as they do not reflect the experience I had as a visitor playing Church Stretton last week. James, the professional couldn't have been more helpful, welcoming and accommodating. Additionally, a member was kind enough to arrange to play with me and shepherd me around the course - that's above and beyond. The course was in fabulous condition for the time of year, no temporary greens or winter tees here - just the sheer unadulterated joy of playing on firm fairways, true greens with stunning views at every turn. I came off the course with a huge smile - what a challenge - the first three holes must be one of the hardest starts around particularly the first; who said par 3s are easy and I reckon the steeply downhill 18th (another par 3) could potentially be a bit of a card wrecker. Go and play there, you won't be disappointed. Mark Roberts18 February 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. James in the club shop really looked after us on a recent society day. 14 of us played and loved it. Beautiful, unique course with a links feel. Great value for money too. Thank you! Pete Tweedie4 February 2025