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Isle of Wight Golf Clubs
Several Isle of Wight golf clubs welcome visitors, so to help you decide where to go, in this section we offer our personal observations on those we have visited and liked, coupled with snippets of information gleaned elsewhere.
NEWPORT GOLF CLUB
Address: St George's Down, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 3BA
Telephone: (01983) 525076
Email: info@newportgolfclub.co.uk
Website: www.newportgolfclub.co.uk
This magnificent, private, nine-hole (x2) golf club lies in rolling downland approximately one mile south-east of Newport.
Access is via St. George's Lane, off the main A3056 (St George's Way), south of Newport Football Club, and just north of the National Tyre Bay at the junction of Shide Road. St George's Lane is a single track road with passing spaces. Follow this for approximately one mile and you will see the clubhouse and car park before you.
The Clubhouse appears well managed, clean and inviting. It houses a large, well stocked bar with ample seating and offers light refreshments and/or full catering. Under the same roof you will find a shop for the purchase of golfing equipment.
Booking is advisable. Telephone 01983 525076 for details. Alternatively, if you are staying at an island hotel, print and complete the pdf form on the club website and take it with you.
Dress Code Acceptable clothing:- golf shoes, polo shirt, tailored shorts or trousers. Unacceptable:- jeans, trainers, tracksuits or Tee shirts.
SHANKLIN AND SANDOWN GOLF CLUB
Address: The Fairway, Lake, Sandown, Isle of Wight PO36 9PR
Telephone: 01983 403217
Email: club@ssgolfclub.com
Website: www.ssgolfclub.com
This impressive, 18-hole, Isle of Wight golf club lies on Lake Common (heath land) close to the popular resorts of Shanklin and Sandown.
Access is via The Fairway, a turning off the main A3055 south of The Heights Leisure Centre and north of the traffic lights at the junction of Newport Road. Continue along The Fairway, past the school and Athletic Centre and into Golf Links Road which leads directly to the club.
The spacious clubhouse offers bar and dining facilities plus an attractive balcony with views over the 9th. A separate, well stocked Golf Shop lies close by, manned by the Club Professional, Peter Hammond, and assistants where a 'Custom Fit Service' is offered.
Lessons. PGA Qualified Professional, Peter Hammond, offers lessons for adults from £19.00 per half hour (non-members) and for children on Sunday mornings (equipment provided for children only).
To quote from the club literature, 'This County Championship Course is recognised for its natural beauty, spectacular views and challenging qualities'. We can't comment on the course, but we can certainly vouch for the scenery and stunning views - it is in a truly glorious position.
Booking: Please telephone Andy or Sarah on 01983 403217
Dress Code Please see the club website for details of their strict Dress Code
WESTRIDGE GOLF CENTRE
Address: Brading Road, Ryde, Isle of Wight PO33 1QS
Telephone: 01983 613131
Email: westgc@aol.com
Website: TBA
This highly popular gold club offers reasonable prices, more professionals than any other club on the island, plus the only floodlit driving range.
This is without question the easiest Isle of Wight golf club to find as it is opposite Tesco just off the main A3055 Ryde to Sandown road.
What this club lacks in terms of surroundings it makes up for with its fabulous facilities and its obvious desire to cater for visitors.
Westridge is the island's only 'Pay as you Play' golf course. There is no need to book - you simply turn up and play.
Green Fees:
9 holes weekdays - £13.50
18 holes weekdays - £17.00
9 holes weekends - £14.40
18 holes weekends - £18.00
Westridge also offers a 16 bay, floodlit driving range that is fully equipped with Powertees.
The Westridge Golf Academy has four PGA professionals and offers group tuition or individual tuition - see their website for tuition prices.
Clubhouse facilities include a newly refurbished, licensed coffee lounge, a restaurant, changing and shower facilities, club and trolley hire.
We have also visited the following Isle of Wight golf clubs: Ryde Golf Club, Osborne House Golf Club and Ventnor Golf Club Click on the blue link for further details.
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