Porthmadog Golf Club

Front nine was very average, fairways wasn’t cut the best, but the greens in very good condition. Back nine was a different story, outstanding views, greens also in very good condition, fairways still not the best. Overall, we all enjoyed our time at Porthmadog.

Satisfied

A course of two very distinct halves. The front 9 holes are interesting but generally traditional. At the 10th you enter the dunes and very much a links course. Some great holes but a couple are a bit too quirky. The front nine fairways were patchy and rather bare in places, probably due to the long dry summer. Overall enjoyed the experience and would give it a ho again.

Very quirky, back 9 like a different course to the front

Great course split into two very different challenges The links 9 was a great experience and very testing especially with the high winds

Typical Lynx course hit your drive and hope you can find your ball over the dunes

As above

Where do I start.. The tee boxes were shocking and one off the winter mats. The fairways were dreadful and not just because of the weather. Having said that the greens were in great condition and rolled very well. Staff were great and food was good. Wouldn't pay £30 for this course

Back nine very tricky with the 12th and 13th being silly holes the ruling in the 12th was ridiculous where you can tee your second shot up 🤷🏼

Never played before, liked the 2 different types of courses, poor markings for approach shot.

Amazing course very challenging due to first time playing it Will be back for sure

Front 9 was average but back 9 quite difficult

A mix of parkland and links made the course interesting and very challenging for my high handicap. Others in my group were of a similar vain.

Fun course, particularly the back nine. Greens were quite poor

see above.

Course very bare in places due to lack of rain in May. Back 9 more enjoyable. Played on windy day which made course difficult

Unfortunately when we played they had just had maintenance week and the greens had been sanded. But that is the only complaint the rest of the courses was in great condition. A really interesting course front nine Parkland then back nine links. The back nine was very testing in the windy conditions. The clubhouse was very nice and did a great breakfast. There is also a well stocked pro shop. The views on the course are brilliant playing out towards the mountains and then coming in past the lovely sandy beach and sea views.

James Braid designed course but not as nice as Tenby one the other courses he designed. Very difficult, with undulating fairways, hit some great balls but because you couldn't see the landing areas you didn't know where the ball finished due to the rolling fairways. Fabulous views but wouldn't want to play it again.

Interesting course with spectacular views

A lovely course in a great setting. We found the greens very slow but that might be to cater for the prevailing weather! Staff were very helpful. The only thing to be aware of is that parking space is a bit limited so on busy days give yourself plenty time.

Loved it, and was exactly what we were expecting. The 2nd 9 was a delight and certainly sorted us out. The greens were slow but given the time of year was to be expected, but was difficult to judge. Clubhouse and shop very good.

Very good course and a striking difference between front (parkland) and back (links) which was very interesting. Some really quirky holes and a lot of fun

Superb course. Interesting holes, staff helpful, members helpful, greens exceptional. A little slow due to its popularity - not a huge issue if you’re not in a rush.

Course in great condition considering the rain the week before. Hole 9 closed but a temporary hole was setup on the back to replace it.

The back 9 is stunning but a polar opposite to the front 9. Front 9 is a parkland course with nothing much to it. I’ve played local municipal’s with more character and better greens. That was until we got to the back 9. Stunning views, great holes and the green ran fast and true. I wish we could have played the back 9 twice and left the front 9 alone. The only negative to the back nine is that there were a fair amount of blind tee shots, but that added to the excitement

Back 9 was well better than the front all par 3 s were amazing fairways could have been better condition food was amazing in clubhouse

Great

Again, condition was superb. Greens slightly slower than the other two courses. Tee box for the second was off a mat which was disappointing but never the less - 10/10

Another course of two halves - with the first part heathland and the second links. The fairways were not in good condition though and the greens average. The clubhouse was OK though. Over all, the worst of the three we played.

Really poor condition, first six fairways hardly any grass on the fairways. Wouldn't be in a rush to come back and play, if at all.

Very nice course. Little untidy around the edges. Attention to detail? Limited practice area but enjoyable round.

Sadly the course was in poor condition with very scruffy fairways and the greens were not the best. Such a shame as the course is a great layout, the front nine is parkland and a little bland (although there are two or three really good holes on it) - the back nine is links and some of the views are stunning, and there are great golf holes out there. Staff very friendly and helpful - went out of their way to assist, just a shame the course needed some TLC.

We have played the course a number of times previously and would say how disappointed we were by the overall condition of the course

Great course 9 parkland back 9 links in good condition and the weather was excellent-would recommend-probably be back

Due to the hot weather the few weeks before we played unfortunately the course is very scorched. Greens very hard and dry. Glad I’ve played it but just a bit disappointed. Clubhouse and facilities excellent and food was delicious

Front 9 isn’t good at all with bare patches everywhere (greens and fairways) and not very picturesque …. back 9 is obviously the original 9 and is a lot more picturesque and difficult …. Sort of saves the day but the front 9 and general condition of it spoil it as an experience.

Fairways were bare

A good experience

A fantastic golf course. Loved the layout and this was the consensus from the group. The staff were very friendly and accommodating and even let us do some group tuition next to the range for a hour. Would definitely return!

Great course with first 9 holes parkland with very interesting holes and a links back 9 which was fantastic with superb views. Very friendly people with a good clubhouse.

Top top course Back 9 1 of best I've played Weather was bad but still enjoy it

Back 9 much harder than the uninspiring front 9

Good mix of Parkland and links, tougher back 9 on links. Greens were very wooly -apparently they've had growth problems so had to leave them longer than usual.

I enjoyed playing at Porthmadog the only thing that let it down was the greens. Overall a great day out. I would definitely recommend and will be going again.

The rain unfortunately spoiled the day, but despite that the course was in nice condition not forgetting we playing in the winter and in rain.

Definitely a course of 2 halves. Front 9 nothing special, in fact some fairways, tees & greens were municipal in standard. However when you get to the 10th its like a different course. Spectacular sea & mountain views, challenging blind shots through the dunes, a real joy to play.

Uninspiring front 9. I introduced placing after first hole.Back nine was more of a links course with several blind tee shots and quirky layouts. The Club should consider bells on several holes - one group in our party was ‘driven through’ on a short par 3 - and a nasty accident was narrowly avoided

The first 9 were disappointing I'm afraid. Fairways are in terrible condition !! second 9 are fantastic. Excellent service

Enjoyable parkland course on the front 9 with some interesting holes, but then it explodes into life on the second 9. Great links golf with wonderful views from the seaside holes. Porthmadog pleasantly surprised us.

Poor condition, back 9 the highlight but they have obviously suffered with leatherjackets and lack of rain.

Loved it ! Great course with some stunning views . Front nine was nice but some of the holes on the back nine were amazing. Will be back.

The course was overall a bit burnt but the greens still good. Having never played there before, it was a pleasant shock to transition from the front 9 (parkland/heathland) to the links back 9 - some great holes and splendid views, lots of fun

Super course.

A quality course and a true test of golf. Lovely holes by the sea, really enjoyed playing here again.

Very enjoyable

Beautiful scenery. Stunning vistas of the sea

Course was nice, but the greens were a little unpredictable, and impossible to hold a ball on even with low irons.

Best of both worlds here. Front nine is a parkland course with some cracking holes that look super easy but throw some real curveballs at you. The back 9 is all links and cant be quite tricky in places. Another great course within spitting distance of porthmadog

It was quick to get round because there was nobody else on the course because it was ridiculous to be playing in the first place.It was hammering down all day, all the fairways, bunkers and greens were flooded, the course was unplayable and should have been closed!!

Great, enjoyed playing the course. Slight niggle you can't get breakfast until 10am as they don't open until then when most golf clubs start breakfast at 8.If you book 11 am tee time and have breakfast it's a bit rushed.

To start the lady in the pro shop was very friendly and welcoming. The clubhouse is very nice with good food and drink options, can’t fault the clubhouse or shop itself, however the round experience went rapidly downhill. We were made aware when checking in that the whole of the course was playing preferred lies. As soon as we teed off it was clear why. The fairways looks diseased beyond repair, to the point they have been practically dug up. Even finding a preferred lie was nigh on impossible. The condition was horrendous. The greens were playable and in ok condition. But ruined by the scruffiness of the rest of the course. As for the course as a design, the front 9 is borderline dull. With the exception of the island green 6th. However as seen with other reviews, the back 9 saves it. The stretch between 12-16 is excellent (fairways aside.) Overall, the club itself is friendly and welcoming, however I would highly advice people to save their money until the fairways are repaired and playable. If we had only been made aware of the problem prior to playing we would of switched courses or even cancelled. To be charged for a full price round when in such horrific condition is borderline theft. And for that reason I would certainly not return any time soon.

Fantastic trip to North Wales. Played Royal St David’s, difficult course but stunning links golf, followed by Nefyn & District, the point was spectacular and Course was in great condition, an experience not to be missed. The final day was at Porthmadog and again the course was in good shape with the greens in excellent condition A contrast of heathland/Parkland on the front 9 followed by good links golf on the back 9. All the clubs were very welcoming from the pro shops to the clubhouse and the Lion Hotel in Cricceith was friendly, helpful and perfectly situated for the stay. The weather was perfect, sunshine ☀️ and gentle breeze throughout, this topped off a fantastic North Wales Golfing experience. Thank you Jack at your golf travel for organising and booking the great weather to go with the amazing golf.

Great golf course with 9 parkland and 9 links holes Great views and the staff were fantastic

A course of two halves! Front 9 a little quirky with fairways in generally poor condition. Back 9 much more interesting and challenging.

Absolutely fabulous for the views alone. The course was in excellent condition and we all agreed it was the best of the 4 courses we played

2 different 9s, the front more parkland the back links like. Fairways have suffered with the lack of water but the greens made up for that.

Golf course was still suffering in places from the hot summer of last year but in general was still good...was very windy which made it hard to play as quite a few blind shots of the tees... but really did enjoy as was a real challenge,, would play again...

Last 9 holes ever so much more fun, beautiful and harder