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Woburn Golf Club

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Woburn Golf Club is one of those rare inland venues where you can play three genuinely different championship courses on one trip, all wrapped in classic English woodland. The Duchess, Dukes and Marquess regularly land spots in Top 100 rankings and Woburn's tournament CV backs it up, from the British Masters hosted by member Ian Poulter to The Women's British Open, which says plenty about the standard of test you'll get here.

Expect tree-lined corridors that make you think carefully from the tee, then reward a committed strike with fairways that feel big enough once you've picked the right line. It's a proper "plot your way round" venue rather than a smash-and-gouge day out, which is exactly why so many societies come back year after year. The conditioning is first-rate across all three courses, with greens that hold a well-struck approach and enough definition off the tee to keep you honest without feeling claustrophobic.

Off the course, the clubhouse is welcoming without being stuffy, the practice set-up is strong enough to work on your game properly, and the venue is geared up for groups. If you're organising a society day or a corporate do, Woburn has the experience to run it smoothly, they're used to looking after groups so timings, scoring and post-round plans don't turn into a headache for the organiser. Shotgun starts and dinner packages can be arranged, and the location makes life easy, with straightforward access from London, Birmingham, Oxford and Cambridge keeping travel time down and time on the course up.

Who is this for?
Golfers who want a premium UK break with three Top 100-calibre courses, great practice facilities and a proper "all-day at the club" feel.

Who is it best for?
Societies and corporate groups who need smooth logistics, flexible event formats and a venue that feels special, plus serious golfers wanting to play multiple championship-standard courses in one location.

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Golf Courses at Woburn Golf Club

Dukes Golf Course

The Dukes Course is the most established at Woburn, having hosted the British Masters for over 20 years. Designed by Charles Lawrie in 1976, the 6,983-yard gem winds through mature pine, birch and chestnut trees, with its manicured fairways lined by heather. As beautiful as it is challenging, the Dukes is archetypal Woburn.

Signature hole- No. 3:  Par 3, 134 yards (Medal), SI 15
Dukes signature hole is a wonderful par 3 playing to a green 100 feet below the tee, and surrounded by rhododendrons, gorse and beautiful purple bushes. However, what makes this hole truly special is the undulating green, which turns harshly back to front, meaning that it is of utmost importance to hit the back half of the green, where the pin lies.

Course Information
Par 72 (men) 75 (ladies)
Designed by Charles Lawrie
Opened for play 1976
Previously hosted British Masters (1979, 1981, 1985-1994, 1999, 2000)
- Travins Perkins Masters (2001-2015)
- Womens British Open Championship (1984, 1991-1996, 1999, 2016)
- Brabazon Trophy (1982)
- Seniors Amateur Open Championship (2005)
Tees
Medal 6,983 yards SSS 74
Yellow 6,554 yards SSS 72
Red 6,060 yards SSS 75

Duchess Golf Course

Cut through the pines, the Duchess Course is shorter and narrower than its more established sibling, but this hidden gem is a rare test of golf. More suited to the thoughtful and patient golfer, the Duchess’ subtleties demand finesse and guile to negotiate its splendid 6,651 yards.

Ian Poulter on the Duchess: "Woburn's Duchess' Course is Britain's best kept secret. More than most courses, this hidden parkland gem puts a massive premium on straight hitting. Anyone who can handle the duchess' can play just about any course".

Signature hole- No. 15:  Par 5, 485 yards (Medal), SI 12

The Duchess' 15th can provide real reward for those who fancy themselves with the driver. The hole plays 485 yards and when carrying the hill, the ball may roll kindly and allow for a possible attempt at the green in two. Beware though, this is a dangerous tactic and a narrow fairway means that only a dead straight drive will allow for your ball to keep clear of the trees! The approach shot is played uphill to a multi-tiered green, adding further distance for those wanting to reach in two. A fantastic hole offering great risk-reward golf and a real challenge for those who fancy their putting skills too!

Course Information
Par 72 (men) 74 (ladies)
Designed by Charles Lawrie
Opened for play 1976
Previously hosted Seniors Amateur Open Championship (2005)
• English Amateur Championship (2011)
Tees
Medal 6,651 yards SSS 72
Yellow 6,442 yards SSS 71
Red 5,809 yards SSS 74

Marquess Golf Course

Opened in 2000, the Marquess Course is a fabulous addition to the Woburn landscape. Measuring 7,214, the layout is a genuine championship proposition that looks set to eclipse its predecessors. Named for the Marquess of Tavistock, this majestic woodland course is among the most spectacular new projects to be completed in recent decades.

The Marquess hosted The 2019 Women's British Open, one of the Ladies Major Golf Championships, where the world's very best golfers took on the stunning tree-lined layout in an attempt to claim the coveted trophy.

2014 saw The Marquess host Final Qualifying for The Open Championship. With just 3 places up for grabs, the triumphant players were Paul Dunne of Ireland who led the way after a -10 total for 2 rounds, he was joined by Oliver Fisher on -7, while Rhys Enoch managed to get take the last place by winning the playoff in dramatic style, chipping in from off the green for a birdie 3.

Signature Hole - 7th: Par 5, 509 yards (Medal), SI 2

Marquess' 7th fairway is split down the middle by a line of trees and played from an elevated tee, offering spectacular views over Milton Keys' countryside.  However, at stroke index 2 this is a challenging hole too. From the tee, you have two options- either to take the conventional route of playing down the left side, so to attempt at the green in regulation, or to play down the right whereby you will be left with a challenging shot over a large gully to get to the green. The large green contains sever undulations and large run-off areas, providing no let up to a simply magnificent hole!

Did You Know?

In 2003, Ian Poulter became Woburn's Touring Professional and in 2004 became the first Woburn member to compete in the Ryder Cup.

2019 saw Woburn host The AIG Womens British Open. This event saw the world's best golfers take on the famed Marquess Golf Course. Created by lead designer, from European Golf Design, Ross McMurray, The Marquess Course is a layout which features many great holes from the split fairway on the par-5 7th hole to the risk and reward on offer at the 303-yard par-4 12th hole. McMurray was able to create a fantastic golf course that focussed heavily on shot-making and was enjoyable by golfers across a range of handicaps.

With a range of awards from the likes of Golf Monthly, Top 100 Golf Courses and more, a round of golf or more at Woburn is one that is well recommended.

Course Information
Par 72 (men) 73 (ladies)
Designed by Peter Alliss, Clive Clark, European Golf Design & Alex Hay
Opened for play 2000
Previously hosted Women's British Open (2019)
• British Masters (2001, 2002, 2015)
• British Open Championship (2016)
• English Amateur Championship (2011)
• Final Qualifying for Open Championship (2014, 2015)
Tees
Blue 7,218 yards SSS 75
Medal 6,745 yards SSS 74
Yellow 6,329 yards SSS 72
Red 5,832 yards SSS 73

At The Clubhouse

Woburn's clubhouse offers a relaxing setting with free WiFi, following a busy day on the course. During Winter, it is open from 7am to 6pm. The club is also fairly unique in the fact that it has a 'Masters Lounge', created in recognition of previous British Masters winners. 

Club Requirements

When playing at Woburn, the club requires players to have a handicap of at least 36 for ladies and 24 for men.

On the course, players must wear tucked in collared shirts and golf shoes. Shorts are allowed, provided they are tailored and worn with ankle length or long socks. Phones must be on silent and not used for calls.

The dress code within the clubhouse allows for smart, coloured jeans (no denim) and leisure footwear. After 6pm, a jacket and collared shirt must be worn by men and appropriate dress for ladies.

Accommodation at Woburn Golf Club

The DoubleTree by Hilton is a dependable base for a Woburn break, especially if your group is arriving from different directions. You're around ten minutes from the club, with easy road access from London, Birmingham, Oxford and Cambridge, so nobody's stuck doing a long final leg after work or fighting through backroads to find the hotel.

Built into Stadium MK, home of Milton Keynes Dons, it's modern, comfortable and geared for groups. Rooms are a good size for a golf trip, with enough space for kit and the kind of setup that makes an easy in and out when you're coordinating multiple cars and early tee times. If you're driving, parking is straightforward and included, which makes a bigger difference than you'd think when you're trying to get everyone out the door on time for a morning round.

The hotel works well for societies because it's used to handling groups. Check-in is efficient even when you've got eight or ten people arriving within the same hour, and the staff are clued up on golf bookings so they understand why half your group needs breakfast at 6:30am and the other half are happy to sleep in. That kind of flexibility matters when you're organising a trip and trying to keep everyone happy.

Food and drink is sorted on site, which keeps things simple. For a proper sit-down dinner after a long day on the Duchess or Marquess, Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill is the obvious choice. The steaks are quality, the menu covers all the bases and it's the kind of place where you can settle in for a couple of hours, run through the day's highlights and near-misses, and not feel rushed. If you're after something more relaxed, the Pitchside Restaurant and Red Dot Bar are handy for a casual bite and a few drinks without the full dinner commitment.

Breakfast is well set up for golfers, with hot options, a decent spread and enough coffee to get everyone moving. Timings are flexible enough to work around early tee times, and if you're doing a shotgun start or playing multiple courses over a weekend, the hotel can usually adjust service to fit your schedule.

The location is one of the big wins here. Milton Keynes gets a bad rap but the road network is brilliant for golf trips, you can be at Woburn in ten minutes, and if you're playing other courses in the area or heading into town for a night out, everything is close and easy to navigate. For groups coming from different parts of the country, the M1 access makes it simple to coordinate arrivals without anyone getting stuck in traffic or lost on country lanes.

If you're planning a society weekend or a corporate event, this hotel pairs nicely with Woburn's event experience. You can keep the days simple, golf, dinner, repeat, and we can help line up tee times, dinner bookings and timings so the whole trip runs smoothly from arrival to the last putt. It's not the fanciest option in the area but it's reliable, well located and does exactly what you need for a golf-focused break without any fuss.

Features

  • Conference Facilities
  • Banqueting Facilities
  • In House Restaurant
  • In House Bar
  • Air-Conditioning
  • Golf Buggies
  • Pro Shop
  • Putting Greens
  • Club House
  • Championship Standard Course

What Our Golfers Say

9.4
Excellent
3 reviews
Bar / Restaurant 9.4
Facilities 8.6
Location 9.4
Room comfort 8.6
Staff 10.0
Value for money 9.4
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Very Good
8.0

A very pleasant stay in a charming village. Although it was in the village as opposed to being at the course, traffic was minimal and certainly didn't disturb our sleep. The service was exceptional throughout the hotel from reception to bar to restaurant and even the room maids.

Excellent
10.0

Excellent
10.0

Great staff, excellent food

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Excellent
9 reviews
Condition overall 9.8
Condition of greens 9.8
Speed of round About right
Value for money 9.4
Facilities 9.4
Difficulty Hard
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Excellent
10.0

Again, I didn't play well but what a great course

Excellent
10.0

Sadly I developed a snap hook and didn't play well but a great course

Excellent
10.0

Superb course and in great condition. The carding and club house facilities were also great. The only disappointment was no electric trolleys or buggy’s were available and this course made it difficult for senior members of our group to walk round.

Excellent
10.0

After the euphoria of a hole-in-one on the Duke's the day before it was back to reality on the Marquess. The round was slower than the Duke's as we were following 2 fourball groups of American ladies complete with caddies. The course, however, was in as good a condition as the Duke's but we all found it slightly harder. A bit more length off the tee was required, more of the greens needed to be hit as opposed to rolling on to and once on the green there was more to think about to get the ball in the hole. The only slight criticism was that the greens were a bit slower than on the Duke's which we put down to the fact that the Women's British Open had just been played on the Marquess two weeks before and may have been left to recover a bit. Nevrtheless it was still another very enjoyable experience!

Excellent
10.0

I was here with 7 friends to belatedly celbrate my 60th birthday. I had not played at Woburn before and enjoyed the experience immensely. It's always tempting to enjoy a course and give it a good review simply because you happen to have a good game and vice versa. I did happen to have a good game but regardless of that I thought the course was beautiful and in excellent condition. My opinion may have been swayed by the fact that not only did I win the day but the icing on the cake was a hole-in-one on the 12th. The Club very kindly donated a bottle of champagne to help celbrate the ace with the gang and a certificate to frame as a momento. A very thoughtful touch! Thank you Woburn.

Excellent
10.0

Excellent
10.0

Excellent
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Excellent
10.0

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Woburn Golf Club Frequently Asked Questions

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in from 3pm | Check-out from 12pm

What time is breakfast?

7-10am

What is the dress code for dinner?

Smart Casual

What restaurant do I need to book for dinner?

Marco Pierre White Steakhouse

Is there a range on site?

Yes

Are there buggies available to hire?

Yes

How much is the fee for the caddies?

£50 plus discretionary

Are there any weekend golfing restrictions?

Morning tee times at weekends are held for members only. In order to play at Woburn Golf Club at a weekend you must book a residential package

How many bars are there?

There is 1 bar on site

Is there a charge for car parking on site?

There is complimentary parking

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