Knowle Golf Club

The course and its character

The club was founded in 1905 on Bristol's old racecourse at Knowle and moved to its current land in Brislington in 1925. The Lord Mayor of Bristol opened the course on 3 February that year. J.H. Taylor and Fred Hawtree laid it out as two returning loops of nine holes. Tree-lined fairways run over rolling ground, and the Brislington Brook comes into play on a few holes. The par-five 18th sweeps downhill to a large home green. The club has owned the course since the late 1930s.

Booking and visitor practicalities

Knowle has no formal tee booking system. Visitors play on a roll-up basis and should check the club's tee reservation list so that they avoid competitions and society bookings. Nine-hole green fees are not offered. Official handicap certificates are not required, but the club asks that visitors can play to a reasonable standard and keep up the pace of play. Every player needs their own set of clubs and proper golf shoes. Buggies can be hired by calling the pro shop on option 2.

Getting there

The course is off West Town Lane in Brislington, in the Brislington area of south-east Bristol. Visitors should allow for city traffic and check the course status before setting off, as play is roll-up.

Highlights

• J.H. Taylor parkland design
• Par 70 from the back tees
• Course opened by the Lord Mayor of Bristol on 3 February 1925
• Brislington Brook comes into play on several holes
• Club founded in 1905

Good to know

• Roll-up play only; check the tee reservations page before you go
• No nine-hole green fees
• Denim jeans, tracksuits and football or rugby shirts are not permitted on the course
• Dogs are not allowed anywhere on the premises

Frequently asked questions