Ascot · England · Berkshire
Swinley Forest Golf Club
Swinley Forest — Harry Colt creating exceptional purity on private heathland
heathland · 18 holes · Par 69 · 5,850 m · 1909
ArchitectHarry Colt
At a glance
Swinley Forest — Harry Colt creating exceptional purity on private heathland
Geography & setting
The site meanders through pines, heather, sand, and gently undulating terrain within Windsor Forest.
History
Opened in 1909 for Lord Derby, Swinley Forest was designed by Harry Colt near Ascot.
Architecture
Pines, heather, sandy ground, integrated bunkers and angle-driven greens create a compact natural masterpiece.
The course in detail
The course is relatively short by modern standards, yet its strategic demands and the precision it requires give it enduring difficulty.
Club experience
The highly private club retains a discreet golf-centred atmosphere.
Highlights
Opened in 1909; designed by Harry Colt; considered one of England's purest heathland courses.
Rankings
- #52
Practical information
- Official website
- www.swinleyforest.co.uk/