Question 1

Fancourt - The Links

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: 1
 
Fancourt Estate’s The Links private club is South Africa’s number one golf course. Exclusivity and privacy, and Fancourt’s signature hospitality, is guaranteed.
Exclusive to its members and their guests, The Links offers limited tee times to Fancourt Hotel and Manor House guests who meet the minimum reservation requirements.
The Links is currently ranked as the number one golf course in the country by Golf Digest South Africa. It also ranks 38th in Golf Digest US edition’s list of the world’s 100 greatest golf courses that compared 464 courses from 18 countries around the globe.
The Links is the iconic golfing hallmark of the Fancourt estate. Golfing legend Gary Player described it as his greatest ever feat as a course designer.
Featuring an undulating, windswept terrain and dune-style landscape, the course is the collaborative handiwork of Gary Player, course designer, Phil Jacobs and Fancourt owner, Dr. Hasso Plattner. Once an airfield, today it is a living piece of environmental and golfing heritage.
The Links has hosted some of the most prestigious tournaments in the world, including the Presidents Cup (2003), the SA Open (2005) and the 2012 Volvo Golf Champions European Tour.
Inspired by the famous links courses of the British Isles, The Links is considered a masterpiece. It plays host to many global golfing legends including John Bland, Justin Rose, Retief Goosen, Branden Grace and Ernie Els.
A detailed stroke saver provides distance measurements and images to assist players to navigate the extensive rises and falls that characterise this world class golfing challenge.
Apart from its distinctive design, The Links has been lauded for its vital role in environmental sustainability and awarded an accreditation as a Certified Audubon Cooperation Sanctuary. This certification necessitated a degree of ecological value that includes wildlife and habitat management, outreach and education, chemical use reduction and safety, water conservation and other environmental factors.
The Links, Montagu St, Blanco, George, 6530
+27 (044) 804 0844
thelinks@fancourt.co.za
thelinks.fancourt.co.za
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Question 2

Fancourt - Montagu

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: 8
 
Fancourt’s Montagu Golf Course, originally designed by Gary Player, has earned a world class reputation as one of the finest 18-hole parkland layouts. It holds the prestigious 8th position on Golf Digest South Africa’s list of top golf courses in the country.Golfers can expect a challenging, yet highly enjoyable golfing experience surrounded by the natural beauty of the Fancourt estate.This tree-lined course covers large tracts of varying terrain across an undulating indigenous landscape. A detailed stroke saver takes golfers through the course, providing distance measurements and images that assist players with navigating the course. A warm-up area, featuring a full-length range and a chipping and bunker practice area, is available to golfers before play. Golf carts are available for hire, weather permitting.
 
PO Box 2266, George 6530, South Africa
Tel: +27 (0)44 804 0030
E-mail: golfreservations@fancourt.co.za
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Question 3

George Golf Club

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: 10
 
Golf Digest International rated George Golf Club 10th in SA 2019.
Our course is set at the foot of the Outeniqua Mountains, the heart of the Garden Route, and offers spectacular landscapes of the mountains and surrounding plateau.
George Golf Course is the ideal golfing experience, perfect for any type of golfer. One of the oldest courses in South Africa, the Clubhouse is a unique experience and is sure to be enjoyed by all.
16 C J Langenhoven Rd, George Central, George, 6530
044 873 6116
info@georgegolfclub.co.za
www.georgegolfclub.co.za
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Question 4

Pinnacle Point Golf Estate

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: 14
 
Pinnacle Point golf course is designed by the award-winning architect Peter Matkovich. It was constructed during 2005 and 2006 on one of the most dramatic coastal sights in the world. We have seven holes that hug the cliff sides and boast magnificent views of the ocean, cliffs, and white waters - not to mention the spectacular golf holes themselves.

Pinnacle Point Golf Club has an exceptionally well-balanced golf course, that will challenge the most talented golfer. However, as a result of a minimum of five tee boxes per hole, it allows the average golfer to enjoy their round of golf and perhaps post a personal best score on “The best golf course on the planet” (Darren Clarke).
 
St Blaize Hiking Trail, Pinnacle Point, Mossel Bay, 6511
044 606 5323
www.pinnaclepointestate.co.za/golf-club/
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Question 5

Fancourt - Outeniqua

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: 17
Fancourt’s Outeniqua golf course offers a leisurely and entertaining golfing experience. It provides a more forgiving terrain than its counterpart, the Montagu, but offers its fair share of challenges to keep golfers interested.
Also designed by Gary Player and named after the Outeniqua Mountains, the course can comfortably accommodate a large field of golfers. A detailed stroke saver takes golfers through the course, providing distance measurements and images that assist players with navigating the course. A warm-up area, featuring a full-length range and a chipping and bunker practice area, is available to golfers before play. Golf carts are available for hire, weather permitting.
PO Box 2266, George 6530, South Africa
Tel: +27 (0)44 804 0030
E-mail: golfreservations@fancourt.co.za
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Question 6

Pezula Golf Estate

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: 18
 
Located on the Garden Route in the picturesque town of Knysna, Pezula Championship Course is undoubtedly one of the world’s most beautiful 18 holes.

With sweeping ocean and lagoon views, a round at Pezula is both a sporting and visual experience.

As a Top 20 South African ranked course, Pezula’s championship design offers a challenge for the seasoned golfer while still being the perfect day out for any skill level.

Garden Route golf at its absolute best.
Covering 254 hectares on the Knysna clifftops, the Pezula Championship Course has views of both the Knysna Lagoon and the Indian Ocean. Par for the course is 72. It is designed to include a full range of shots, making it a challenging, rewarding and complete golf experience for players of all levels. Signature holes have been earmarked as the 13th and 14th and the average round takes 4 hours 50 minutes, including a half-way break. Golf course architects Ronald Fream and David Dale of GolfPlan USA have sculptured an incredibly diverse coastal terrain into a course that offers a total golfing experience for all players.
 
1 Sextant St, Sparrebosch, Knysna, 6571
+27 (0)44 302 5310
golf@pezulagolf.com
www.pezulagolf.com
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Question 7

Simola Golf & Country Estate

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: 20
 
Simola Golf and Country Estate has firmly cemented its place as one of Africa’s premiere golfing destinations. The Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course was designed by the legend himself and, as the first on the continent and still only one of three in Africa, remains a favourite amongst professionals, seasoned players and those who enjoy a challenging yet fun game now and then. imola Golf & Country Estate was conceived as one of South Africa’s most desirable golfing destinations – and (forgive us, we’re boasting!) we think you’ll agree: it’s succeeding.
Attractions on the 325 hectare estate include the Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa; our 18-hole, par-72, Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course (designed by the Golden Bear himself); and our exclusive River Club – where home-owners and guests enjoy swimming, paddling, fishing and birding on the peaceful Knysna River, and in the indigenous Knysna forests.
1 Old Cape Rd, Simola Golf and Country Estate, 6571
044 302 9600
reservations@simola.co.za
www.simola.co.za
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Question 8

Oubaai Golf Estate

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: 35
 
In designing the Oubaai Golf Club, an 18-hole championship golf course and driving range,   Ernie Els and his team have taken full advantage of the spectacular landscape of the Western Cape. They had the support of Nicklaus Design as technical advisors.
The Clubhouse has a dramatic location that overlooks the 16th, 17th and 18th greens. Open-air terraces offer panoramic views of the Indian Ocean and the Gwaing River valley.
The Ernie Els golf design philosophy is based on flexibility. Concepts are moulded according to the landscape, not vice versa. The aim is to produce courses that are fun to play and that enhance the surrounding environment. In addition, golf courses fairly display challenges and hazards while affording players the opportunity to use a full range of shots and plan strategically for individual holes.
Links layout where veld grasses line the lush fairways. The course measures 6516m from the pro tee's which is uniquely long for a Coastal course. Oubaai offers a wonderfully stimulating and enjoyable golfing experience.
The resort offers full facilities including a Clubhouse with breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean, locker rooms and Pro Shop.
The Course has 5 Par 3's and 5 Par 5's.
The 6th is a Par 3 - the green is framed by the Outeniqua Mountains in the distance and the Gwaing River flows below you. A 120 metre drive is required to cross the gorge and reach the fairway. The 17th is the most photographed hole, where the green meets the ocean. The green is guarded by 4 bunkers with ever changing winds making it one of the most challenging plays.
The course is designed to be enjoyed by golfers of all abilities.

Oubaai Main Rd, Oubaai Golf Estate
+27 44 851 1263
bookings@oubaaigolf.co.za
www.oubaaigolf.co.za
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Question 9

Plettenberg Bay Country Club

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: 45
 
Plettenberg Bay Country Club has an 18 hole golf course set in a private nature reserve. The highly rated course is a very popular tourist destination. The course is easy to walk, and the 2 main inclines can be observed from the veranda. Visitors welcome. Note: the course has re-opened for visitors, with social distancing and Covid-19 safety guidelines
Plettenberg Bay Country Club has an 18 hole golf course set in a private nature reserve. The highly rated course ranked 52 in the Golf Digest Top 100 Courses provides a challenge to all handicaps and is a very popular tourist destination. The course is easy to walk, and the 2 finishing holes can be observed from the veranda.

Lush Kikuyu grass fairways and bent grass greens provides golfers with an excellent playing surface, with year round consistency on this parkland golf course. The natural beauty of the course has been carefully retained. Monkeys, birdlife like the Knysna Loerie and woodpeckers as well as the occasional deer are more likely to put you off your game. Despite intense competition from the beautiful white beaches and rolling surf, the club is busy and booking is essential - visitors welcome!
Plettenberg Bay, 6600

044 533 2132
pbcc@global.co.za
www.plettgolf.co.za
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Question 10

Mossel Bay Golf Estate

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: 74
 
Mossel Bay Golf Club is the friendly club! We aspire to be the friendliest club in South Africa because we believe that friendly service, friendly facilities, and friendly everything contributes to a wonderful golfing experience.
Our research proved to us that golfers perceive overall friendliness, as important as beautiful views, challenging but fair greens and fairways, and 5 star facilities. When we say friendly we mean way more than just a nice smile or a hearty greeting.
Mossel Bay Golf Club was founded in 1905 with the original golf course positioned at the old aerodrome. The land on which the present course was built was made available to the Club by the Mossel Bay Municipality in 1924. The course was designed by Bob Grimsdell and was built over a period of two years.The first President of the Club was Mr. A.I. Vintcent and the first Captain Mr. W.F Wright. The first official competition took place on 24 October 1926. The very first hole-in-one belonged to a lady, Me Doris Wassung, who achieved this on 14 September 1935.During the period 1930 to 1945 severe droughts and a devastating depression in 1933 made the survival of the Club extremely difficult. The whole of South Africa was suffering and the population became very poor. Only the determination and the dedication of the 87 male and 47 lady members at that time, pulled the club through those difficult periods.During 1999/2000 the golf course was redesigned by Danie Obermeyer and rebuilt by Philip Basson. This happened as the result of the vision of a developer, Mr. Urs Windholz, who developed The Mossel Bay Golf Estate (http://www.mosselbaygolfestate.co.za/) on the land surrounding the golf course. His vision included the rebuilding of the golf course and revamping of the club house to create a very upmarket, golfing facility. This development elevated the Mossel Bay Golf Club to another level where at the end of its first century in 2005, the membership reached 1046 and more than 45000 rounds of golf were played.The Mossel Bay Golf Club prides itself as one of the major tourist attractions in our town and in the Garden Route. We welcome you, our guest, to enjoy all our beautiful facilities.
17th Avenue, Mossel Bay
+27 (0)44 691 3819
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Question 11

Kingswood Golf Estate

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: 91
 
The Kingswood Golf Estate is perfectly placed between the Fancourt Links and George Golf Course at the very heart of the Garden Route’s golf hub.
From its perfect blend of design and scenery, to its temperate weather, you’re certain to find Kingswood’s Championship Golf Course a unique challenge, and one you’ll want to take up again and again.
If you ask a local, they will tell you that Kingswood has the best greens on the Garden Route and this is one of the main reasons why it is often frequented by the Sunshine Tour Players when they are not on tour.
The design is inspired by the Home of Golf, St Andrews (The Old Course) in Scotland with its Links style open fairways, undulating greens and traditional pot bunkers.  There is no other course in South Africa like it, which makes it a ‘must play’ if you are travelling in the area.
On the first nine you should be off to a good start as the course follows the spectacular topography of the landscape.  The tee boxes have recently been redone and the course is in mint condition.  The greens are consistently fast, so soft hands and finesse is the key to sinking your putts.
Your scores should be good on the front nine, as the back nine is a challenge that’s ‘better than most’. From the 10th, the views turn to the Outeniqua Mountains and they are breathtakingly beautiful.  Your golf experience builds as each hole is different with its own nuances, trickery and challenge.  The last 4 holes is a challenge second to none and if you can make it through here by parring all 4 holes on a competition day with no “gives” – introduce yourself to the management team and collect a free round voucher.
Either way, this ultimate golf challenge will keep you coming back for more.  This course is truly the Jewel of the Garden Route and should not be missed on any golfing tour.
Plattner Blvd, Kingswood Golf Estate, George, 6529
0861 72 71 70
golf@kingswood.co.za
www.kingswood.co.za
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Question 12

Goose Valley Golf Club

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: 93
 
This superb golf club offers a splendid Gary Player designed 72-par, 18-hole signature golf course in the heart of the Garden Route.
Golfers will experience breathtaking views of the Keurbooms lagoon, the Indian ocean, the spectacular Tsitsikamma mountains, and the famous Robberg peninsula. The beauty of the natural fynbos, indigenous trees and an abundance of animal and bird life add a special dimension to your golfing.
The unique sitting of the golf course on a sand dune allows for easy draining of the course and provides the perfect base for year-round play, even after heavy rains.
 N2, Goose Valley Golf Estate, Plettenberg Bay, 6600
044 533 5082
www.goosevalleygolfclub.com
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Question 13

Knysna Golf Club

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: 100
 
Founded in 1909, Knysna is one of the country’s oldest, most characterful and cherished golf clubs. It is renowned for its friendly, relaxed atmosphere and its exceptional clubhouse facilities. Visitors from all parts of the globe are assured a warm welcome and are encouraged to take part in the club’s full programme of golfing competitions.
 
Our 18-hole course features many tidal pools and inlets with magnificent indigenous trees and a wide variety of bird-life. The flat terrain offers easy walking both with or without a trolley – but don’t be deceived! Long par-5s, imposing par-3s and some challenging par-4s, make it an enjoyable but thought-provoking test for players of all levels.
It’s a challenging links/parkland layout which has been upgraded and enhanced over the past 10 years. The course boasts some of the finest greens in the Southern Cape and its many natural hazards and scenic location adds to its charm and visual appeal.
Knysna Golf Club is one of the town’s most enduring institutions.
 
Regularly hosting charity events, Southern Cape Opens, Junior Order of Merit competitions, functions for local organisations and businesses and supporting the development of golf, particularly amongst youngsters, Knysna Golf Club embraces the best traditions of a long-established members’ club.
Affordable rates, welcoming staff and excellent facilities make a visit to Knysna Golf Club a memorable and pleasurable experience for anyone who loves the game of golf.
Howard St, Hunters Home, Knysna, 6570
044 384 1150
us:golf@knysnagolfclub.com
www.knysnagolfclub.com
 
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Question 14

Oudtshoorn Golf Club

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: N/A
 
A Full 18 Hole Golf Course, In The Heart Of The Klein Karoo
Oudtshoorn is the only 18 Hole Golf Course in the Karoo and Klein Karoo, established in 1903 becoming the first Golf Course in the Southern Western District
Beautiful Karoo setting like no other! Oudtshoorn is a typical semi-desert course, with trees along the fairways and 18 challenging holes
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75 St Saviour St, Oudtshoorn, 6620
044 272 4201
odngolf@scwireless.co.za
www.odngolf.co.za

Question 15

Stilbaai Golf Club

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: N/A
 
Visitors are welcome daily. For Wednesdays and Saturdays bookings are essential.  Motorized golf carts are available for hire and must be booked well in advance due to a small fleet of carts available at the club.  No caddies.
Stilbaai Golf Club was founded in 1986 by a few golfers residing in Stilbaai.  With the help of the Municipality they obtained a portion of land for development as a golf club.
The course was designed by the members themselves and most of the founding members contributed directly to the building of the course.  The course was opened in 1987 in a very “raw” state.
The layout of the course has been changed over the years but has also improved in leaps and bounds.
As usual the coastal weather conditions have a big impact on how the course plays.
The original small clubhouse was a municipal building which was shared with other sport clubs such as tennis and angling.  Having been able to eventually purchase the land a beautiful new clubhouse was built on a site which provides magnificent views of the course and Stilbaai itself.
It is hoped that the course will be extended to an 18 hole facility in the future.  The club has ground available to do the extension and it would be a magnificent site, taking into account the views, natural coastal vegetation and wildlife.
The club has a membership of 357.  The membership has shown a steady growth over the years and it is hoped that this trend will continue.
Arend St, Still Bay West, Still Bay, 6674
028 754 2625
info@stilbaaigolf.co.za
www.stilbaaigolf.co.za
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Question 16

Dolphins Creek

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: N/A
 
Dolphins Creek Golf Estate offers the investor, modern family and golfer the ideal break-away destination. Set in a creek in the idyllic small town of Great brak River this spectacular golf course and expansive Estate, with unsurpassed views and tranquility, helps you live the lifestyle whether it be for a day, a week or a lifetime. We are situated a mere 400 km from both Port Elizabeth and Cape Town, and just 20 min drive from George Airport. We look forward to welcoming visitors 7 days a week, 365 days a year… everyone is welcome!
 
02 Morrison Rd, The Island, Groot Brakrivier, 6525
044 620 3278
dolphinscreekgolf@telkomsa.net
 
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Question 17

Riversdale Golf Club

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: N/A
 
The Riversdale Golf Club was established in 1911 and is one of the finest 11-hole courses in the Southern Cape with a rich heritage. To find out more about the club’s history, please visit the Heritage page from the Club Info drop-down options.
As mentioned above, the Riversdale Golfclub sports an 11 hole course which finds itself on the banks of the Goukou River. As you walk or drive the course between the trees which lines the fairways, you never leave the watchful eye of Riversdale’s most precious landmark, the Sleeping Beauty mountain peak.
The course also includes the wonderful experience of tee-ing off on hole #8 from the remnant of the Old Bridge, which was built to cross the river during the late 1890’s. A real treat!
Tom Stander Drive, Riversdale, 6670
028 713 3056
www.riversdalgolfclub.co.za/

Question 18

Glenwood Golf Course

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: N/A
 
Best Short Golf Course in South Africa. High Quality 9 Hole, 18 Tee box Golf Course. Licensed Clubhouse. Distances range from 95m to 295m. We have bent grass greens as well as a fully stocked clubhouse.' The well maintained course features a neat licensed clubhouse with Golf Buggy’s, Pull Carts and Clubs for hire. Visitors are welcome 7 days a week and no bookings are needed. Just arrive and play.
 
Knysna Rd, Glenwood, George, 6560
 
044 871 3656
glengolf18@gmail.com
 
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Question 19

Heidelberg Golf Club

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: N/A
 
We are proud of our nine hole, 18 tee golf course. Heidelberg Golf Course is in the Western Cape, Hessequa region at the gateway of the Garden Route skirting the N2 highway.
Our fine course is a Par 72 course covering a distance of 5767m for men and 5223m for ladies.
Visitors are welcome every day.
Hit the bell and win R30 000!
2 Stasie St, Heidelberg
016 349 1061
hgolfc@absamail.co.za
www.heidelberggolf.co.za
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Question 20

Boggomsbaai Golf Club

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: N/A
Golf course
Our golf course is 9 hole 18 tee golf course. In our area there are some of South Africa’s best golf courses, we proud our self that this course is one of the most environment friendly and sustainable courses in the country. The average water we use is ???kl per month and include the club house usage. We don’t have caddies but you are welcome to bring your own golf cart or contact the club for arrangements.
Fairways and Greens
The tee’s is the only part of the course that gets water. Fairways is closely mowed veld. Our greens is sand and oil mix and has a cross on it which is a smoothed putting surface. The course rating is 69.
Clubhouse
Our clubhouse facilitates a Kitchen/’halfway ‘, function room, men and woman rest rooms and a bar.  The bar has a wooden deck which overlooks the 7th hole. The bar area host vibrant discussion after the day’s round.
1 whale Street, Boggoms Baai, Mossel Bay, 6511
076 345 3652
info@boggomsgolf.co.za
http://www.boggomsgolf.co.za/
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Question 21

Uniondale Golf Club

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: N/A
 
Stoneleigh Country Estate is home to the Uniondale Golf Course, located on a farm on the outskirts of Uniondale. This beautiful, 600ha farm has been transformed into a 9 hole country golf course. 
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The Clubhouse opens Saturdays and Sundays for all to enjoy themselves, Whether its for a round of golf, a game of bowls or to quench their thirst at the clubhouse bar. Uniondale's lade back nature is what creates its appeal. 
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The golf course is a truly unique experience with the natural elements of the Klein Karoo blending in with the course itself. Every green and tee box is planted grass, but what you find in between, is what truly excites and you'll have to see for yourself.
 
Uniondale, 6460
uniondalegolfclub.com
uniondalegolfclub@gmail.com
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Question 22

Albertinia Golf Club

Accepted Answer

SA Ranking: N/A
Established in 1929, this one of the few remaining sand courses South Africa. Since 1935 the club competed for the Michalowsky Cup and the Daneel Cup later on, which the club one 3 consecutive years in the late 1950s. It was around this time that local player Tyn Sauerman rose to prominence after winning the St Dunstan competition in Mossel Bay. More recently, the famous Louis Oosthuizen can still be spotted around the club, enjoying the scenic 9 hole course that gave him his start on the world golfing arena.
Cnr Brak and Golf Street, Albertinia, South Africa
Phone: +27 28 735 1646
malancronje@telkomsa.net
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Question 23

Beaufort West Golf Club

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: N/A
The golf club is a modest affair which was established in the early 1980’s. It was designed by the municipality of the time and to this day remains a municipal golf course. Although there are only 9 holes, the going can be slow on the course not least because the breath-taking surroundings are distracting
Beaufort West, 6970
023 414 3050
golfclub@beaufortwest.net
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Question 24

Willowmore Golf Club

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: N/A
 
Willowmore golf course is situated on the eastern side of Willowmore. It is a typical Karoo 9 hole golf course with grass greens. There are 18 tee boxes and 11 bunkers, strategically placed around the greens. We have a small clubhouse with the necessary facilities.
9 hole golf course located on the outskirts of the town. The total length is 5980 meters and the greens are grass but the fairways are ground. This in itself is a challenging experience
Wehmeyer St, Willowmore, 6445
044 923 1007
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Question 25

Ladismith Golf Club

Accepted Answer

SA Course Ranking: N/A
 
9 hole golf course.
 
Ladismith, 6655
028 551 2568
 
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