Brighton & Hove Golf Club

The course

Set inside the South Downs National Park, the James Braid-designed course has nine holes and 18 tees, so the front and back nines play differently. The first five holes run along the top of Round Hill, with views over the downs, the city and the sea, and on a clear day as far as the Isle of Wight. The naturally draining chalk keeps the course open even through hard winters, and the greens are known for their condition all year. In August 2023 the club's status as a Sussex Local Wildlife Site was reconfirmed. Members describe it as a stiff test for a nine-hole course.

Booking and visitor practicalities

Visitors can play from 12pm every day, subject to availability. Tee times must be pre-booked, up to five days ahead, online, by phone on 01273 556482 or by email; do not turn up without a booking. Handicap certificates are not required, but players should be able to play to a reasonable standard, and each golfer must have their own set of clubs. Twilight rates start at 1pm in winter and 4pm in summer. Buggies and trolleys can be booked. On the course, wear golf or collared shirts and golf shoes; tracksuits, cargo trousers and blue jeans are not allowed. The pro shop and bar are cashless.

Getting there

The club is on Devil's Dyke Road on the northern edge of Brighton and Hove, with views back over the city.

Highlights

• Founded in 1887, the oldest golf club in Sussex
• Nine holes with 18 tees designed by James Braid
• Views to the sea and, on clear days, the Isle of Wight
• A Sussex Local Wildlife Site

Good to know

• Visitors from 12pm daily; book up to five days ahead
• No handicap certificate required
• Bring your own clubs; the club is cashless
• No jeans, tracksuits or cargo trousers on the course

Frequently asked questions