1. The Filly (18) - A great challenge to golfers of all abilities with its USGA specification sloping greens
2. The Colt (18) - Championship length course & USGA compliant
Yardage
5956 / 7000
SSS/Par
70 / 71
Visitors
Close House is open all year round with the Filly open to non-members and the Colt offered to paying residents and Close House Members.
Societies
Book in advance. Corporate packages.
Green Fees
Filly - Winter E / Summer E
Colt - Summer H (By Application only)
Monday-Sunday: Hotel Residents - H
Course Designer
1. The Filly Course designed by Hawtree/Cram/Glendinning was originally built as a 9 hole course in 1964 by Newcastle University for the use of staff and students and was extended to 18 holes in the early 80's.
2. The Colt Course designed by Scott McPherson
- Spring 2011
Location
8 miles west of Newcastle city centre and Newcastle airport -
SATNAV : NE41 8BL
Map
Facilities
• Both individuals and large corporate groups catered for
• A variety of packages and an event management service available
• Weddings / Special events / Fully equipped meeting rooms
• State of the art Golf Academy and custom fit centre adjacent to the Colt Course
• PGA Professional / Golf lessons
• Caddies / Buggies with GPS
• Driving Range (see information below)
NB New clubhouse due for completion by Spring 2011
The Filly Course is situated in the grounds of the Close House Estate and provides stunning views of the River Tyne and surrounding Tyne Valley.
The Championship Colt Course (Opening Spring 2011) offers an unrivalled golfing experience with its "sweeping fairways, manicured greens and breath-taking views".
• 10 outdoor bays with 4 th generation astroturf
• 10 indoor bays fitted with powertee
• Specialist short game area including practice bunkers and a USGA specification putting green
• Teaching Bay
• Custom Fit Centre - Gasp Systems - Explanar
• Café
