The Berkshire (Red)
The Berkshire (Red) | NCG Top 100s: GB&I Golf Courses
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4th
24th
62nd
Herbert Fowler was the man behind both courses, which were designed in 1928. Fowler's repertoire also includes both courses at Walton Heath, along with Saunton and Cruden Bay.
The Berkshire is also the home to The Blue Course. The two courses are named Red and Blue after the red and blue armies who used this land for manoeuvres prior to the First World War.
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A Brief History of The Berkshire (Red)
Fowler's idea of keeping the natural surroundings are shown with the two lay-outs he created at The Berkshire. The Red Course features plenty of trees, heather and gorse, all of which is gorgeous to look at, and gets in the way of your ball every now and then!
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The Red starts with a 510 yard par 5, and a test of driving ability right from the off. The shortest hole on the course follows, with the 2nd only measuring 145 yards. However, it plays slightly uphill so a club more is needed. The 4th is the first par 4 on the course, and it is also the hardest hole on The Red.
Two more par 3s follow in the next three holes, while the 6th is a short par 4 that presents a very good birdie opportunity with a good drive over the corner of the treeline. The front nine ends with another par 5, and the first that is less than 500 yards.
The 10th on The Red is a smaller version of 'Calamity Corner' at Royal Portrush, with a drop-off into no man's land for anything short or right of the green. 11 and 12 are short par 4s, with the 13th being a par 5 of less than 500 yards. The trio of scoring opportunities are followed by the 433 yard par 4 14th, where that good work could well be undone.
The Red Course has a very unique ending, though, as it finishes par 5, par 3, par 5, par 3. There are scoring opportunities, both good and bad, in the final four holes on The Red. 15 is a short par 5, while 17 is the longest hole on the course at almost 560 yards long. 16 is the longest par 3 on the course, at more than 215 yards long, while the Red finishes with another short hole. The 18th is only 168 yards from the back tees, but plays significantly uphill and can trick golfers.
Our Panellists Notes for 2025
Craig Redston: The elevation gives you some beautiful vistas and makes for unreal golf holes
Chris Griffiths: Creative, and pristine, presentation
Joss Powick: Flawless condition. The six par 3s, 4s and 5s flow perfectly. It doesn’t feel like any other course
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FAQs about The Berkshire
Where is The Berkshire located?
The Berkshire Golf Club is situated in the village of Ascot, which is in the eastern part of Berkshire. The town of Bracknell is just a couple of miles to the north as well, while the centre of England’s capital city is just over 30 miles away from The Berkshire by road. The club sits just off the A322, while the M3 also runs close by the southern side of the venue.
The nearest train station to The Berkshire is at Ascot. It's well-connected to the larger railway network in the region, including regular services to London Waterloo and other destinations. For international visitors, London Heathrow – the country’s biggest and busiest airport – is less than 20 miles from the golf club. London Gatwick is also within 40 miles as a second option.
Are there any other NCG Top 100s: England venues nearby?
The Berkshire is located in a golfing paradise to the southwest of London. The likes of Sunningdale – with its Old and New Courses, Swinley Forest, North Hants, Camberley Heath, West Hill, Woking, Worplesdon, New Zealand and St George’s Hill are all within a short drive from The Berkshire.
What golf facilities does The Berkshire offer?
Along with the two courses, the venue is also the home to a full-length driving range, on which there are eight covered bays along with a long row of grass tees. There is also a short game area and a putting green to add to the facilities.
What are the green fees at The Berkshire?
The price of a green fee at The Berkshire changes throughout the year, depending on the season. It is also different depending on whether it is a weekday or weekend.
For more information on current green fees at The Berkshire, visit their website here.
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