Long Ashton Golf Club

The course and its character

The club began in 1893 as a nine-hole course and expanded to 18 holes in 1905. The layout that golfers play today was redesigned in 1937 by the partnership of Hawtree and Taylor. It is a mature, undulating parkland course set in about 220 acres, with USGA-specification free-draining greens, a lake, gorse and tree-lined fairways. Several holes cross a road. Out of bounds runs down the right-hand side on many holes, so straight driving is rewarded. Chris Wood, winner of the 2016 BMW PGA Championship, has been a member since childhood.

Booking and visitor practicalities

Visitors book tee times online through the club's visitor booking system, and the club says weekend tee times open online at 8pm five days in advance. Green fees are seasonal and include a pin sheet, a pitch-mark repairer and a bucket of range balls. Visitors are expected to be regular, competent golfers who know course etiquette. The club does not hire out clubs, so bring your own. A fully covered driving range and short-game areas are open to members and visiting golfers, and four PGA professionals offer lessons.

Getting there

Long Ashton sits just south-west of Bristol city centre, in Clarken Coombe, Long Ashton. The club's elevated position gives views over the city, and Bristol and Clifton Golf Club at Failand is nearby if you want to play two courses on one trip.

Highlights

• Founded in 1893; extended to 18 holes in 1905
• Redesigned by Hawtree and Taylor in 1937
• USGA-specification free-draining greens
• Views over Bristol and the Somerset countryside
• Home club of 2016 BMW PGA Champion Chris Wood

Good to know

• Golf clothing and golf shoes are required; jeans, trainers and tracksuits are not allowed, and shorts must be tailored
• Smart casual dress is required in the clubhouse, and golf shoes are not allowed inside
• No hire clubs are available
• Check the course status panel on the website for buggy and trolley restrictions before travelling

Frequently asked questions