Ferndown Golf Club

One of the best but least known heathlands in England. The rising star is a must-play.

 

Ferndown Golf Club

Dorset, BH22 8BU, England

Overview

The club was laid out by Harold Hilton in 1913. Mr. Hilton was Open Champion in 1892 and 1897. He later won the US and British Amateur Championships in 1911.

The Hennessey Cup was hosted here in 1982 & 1984. The club has also hosted Open Qualifying from 2008-12 and will again from 2021-25.

The late Peter Alliss is Ferndown's most famous son. His father was also a professional here for more than 25 years.

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Featured Architect: MacKenzie, Alister

As taken from his book, Golf Architecture, Alister MacKenzie felt the following were essential: The course, where possible, should be arranged in two loops of nine holes. There should be a large proportion of good two-shot holes and at least four one-shot holes. There should be little walking between...

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At A Glance

Architects

  • Hilton, Harold

Facilities

Moderate
Buggies
Trolleys
Fine
Driving Range
Short Game

Collections

Best English Golf Collection

Contact Details

Dorset, BH22 8BU, England
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