Liphook

Liphook Golf Club | NCG Top 100s: GB&I Golf Courses

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If you're going to be one and done in the field of golf course design, make it good. Liphook Golf Club is Arthur Croome's legacy to the sport.

A teacher, with associations with Herbert Fowler, JF Abercromby, and Tom Simpson, Croome created a glorious heathland course on the edge of the Hampshire and Sussex border.

The golf club celebrated their Centenary year in 2022, a year on from extensive changes to the course where holes were built and several others altered.

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A Brief History of Liphook Golf Club

Liphook Golf Club was founded in 1921, with construction of the course taking place over the next two years. The course was officially opened in 1923.

To celebrate the opening of the golf club, there was a four-man match between Roger Wethered, Charles Ambrose, Cyril Tolley and the man who designed the course - Arthur Croome.

A temporary clubhouse was built in the late 1940s following the Second World War, with a brand new clubhouse building being completed in 1961, and that remains to this day.

Mackenzie & Ebert came in to help make changes in 2021, which was in line with improving the safety of crossing the road between the two nines. Two new holes (8 and 9) were created, while both 11 and 17 both saw significant changes. These changes were completed ahead of Liphook's centenary celebrations a year later.

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The par 71 course measures a challenging 6,523 yards from the Championship tees with four par 4s of over 400 yards and four par 5s. Its tight and undulating fairways, lined with an abundance of heather, gorse, and trees, puts a premium on accuracy. But its biggest defence are its greens, which are true and fast with subtle breaks and borrows.

Liphook opens up with a par 3 that says 203 yards on the card from the tips. However, it plays downhill to a large green. That green slopes strongly left to right so, for the cautious, playing out to the right is the better bailout to allow for an easier up and down.

After a lengthy par 4 2nd, the 3rd is another short hole. At 142-yards, it's the two big bunkers at the front of the green that catch the eye.

A long par 4 is followed by a 500 yard par 5, the first real birdie opportunity for the mid-handicapper. A wide driving area allows an aggressive approach to the green but beware the bunker and heather.

Another 450-plus-yard par 4 is followed by par 5s at 6 and 7, with the 7th running across the border between West Sussex and Hampshire - as marked by a waterway 130 yards from the hole. The third par 3 on the front comes at the 8th before a 363 yard par 4 to close out the first nine.

Water hazards, bunkers, heather. The 10th hole provides a stern test to open up the back side at Liphook. The 11th is the longest hole on the course from the Championship tees, measuring in at 560 yards. A short par 3 and par 4 combo then follow before an uphill 434 yard par 4 tests your mettle. Your approach shot is blind and protected by a large mound, known as Simpson’s Folly.

The closing stretch at Liphook begins with a classic risk and reward par 4. At only 308 yards, it is driveable for the longer hitters, but danger lurks. The 16th is also short but the fairway ends after 240 yards, meaning it’s an hybrid or long iron job to get to the dance floor. 17 is a short par 3 with heather all around, before the finishing hole gives you one final birdie opportunity. The drive plays slightly downhill for the longer hitters, who can get good roll if their drive lands over the crest of the slope. They then play back uphill to a two-tiered green which sits in front of the clubhouse.

Our Panellists Notes for 2025

Sean Arble: I am nearly always going to be susceptible to the guile of a well-designed course around the 6,000-yard mark from the daily tees.  Now that the main road and course flow issues have been solved, I am even more impressed

Craig Redston: The greens are some of the purest you will play in the country. The standout hole the par 3 12th.

Dan Murphy: The recent changes have been well-received by our panel. A special place to visit

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FAQs about Liphook Golf Club

Where is Liphook Golf Club located?

Liphook Golf Club is situated southwest of London, in the southern English county of Hampshire. The club sit just to the south of the village of Liphook, with the centre of England’s capital city around 50 miles from the golf club. The A3 runs close to the north of the property, running towards Guildford and then on to London. It also runs down to Portsmouth and the south coast of the country, which is less than 30 miles away from Liphook.

The village of Liphook has its own train station, with services running between Portsmouth Harbour and London Waterloo on a regular basis. For international visitors, Liphook Golf Club is located 40 miles from London Gatwick and London Heathrow, both of which are approximately an hour away.

Are there any other NCG Top 100s: England venues nearby?

Liphook’s location – to the southwest of the English capital – means it is surrounded by other venues on the NCG Top 100s: England list. The likes of Blackmoor, Hindhead, Hankley Common, West Sussex (Pulborough), North Hants, Camberley Heath and the ‘3 W’s’ of West Hill, Woking and Worplesdon are all within a 30-mile drive from Liphook.

What golf facilities does Liphook Golf Club offer?

Along with the glorious championship course, Liphook Golf Club is also the home to some great practice facilities. There is a driving range with grass and matted tees, three of which are covered. Added to that, there is also a short game area with practice bunkers and two putting greens as well.

What are the green fees at Liphook Golf Club?

The price of a green fee at Liphook Golf Club changes throughout the year, depending on the season. It is also different depending on whether it is a weekday or weekend.

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Website

http://www.liphookgolfclub.com/

secretary@liphookgolfclub.com

Phone

+44 (0) 1428 723785

Address

Wheatsheaf Enclosure, Liphook GU30 7EH

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