Sunningdale Golf Club New Course Key Information
A strong test of heathland golf with immaculate playing surfaces and captivating views. The par-3s are particularly strong and you'll find every element of your game has been examined by the time you get to the end of this Colt and Morrison gem.
REASONS TO PLAY
– One of the great heathland courses
– Striking setting with holes winding between pines and through heathers
– Played together with the Old Course, this is about the best day's golf you will get anywhere in the world
RANKINGS
UK & Ireland Top 100 Golf Courses 2025/26 - 9
Designed by Colt and Morrison, the New at Sunningdale is the top-ranked inland course in our Top 100 golf courses UK&I this time round. Opened for play in 1923 with the layout finalised by 1939. It has stood the test of time, Sunningdale’s New Course is a perfect heathland layout.
The New Course at Sunningdale delivers an exacting examination of the total game. The fairways are fairly generous but stray from the mown surfaces and trouble waits. You’ll generally find your ball, but it will probably require a hack out sideways either from heavy rough or Sunningdale’s notoriously punishing heather.
The greens are fast but receptive, though anything struck poorly or slightly off line will run off the putting surface. If the test had to be summarised in a single sentence, I would say: Good shots will be rewarded and poor shots punished: The sign of an excellent layout.
Harry Colt’s legacy is perhaps best evidenced by the five, wonderful par-3s on the course. Each demands a precise tee shot, often to a deceptively narrow landing area. Only one of the five measures over 200 yards. I always think that's testament to the fact clever design rather than length makes a short hole challenging.
There are some stunning views as you make your way round the New Course. Perhaps my favourite comes on the 6th tee. From an elevated position you look out over the surrounding countryside before firing down to the fairway below. It’s an inspiring spot.
The clubhouse and facilities are absolutely superb and, a day’s golf here with a round on both the New and Old is tough to beat.
What's new for 2025/26? What our panellists said…
The course has not altered in design for many years (and doesn’t need to). The New represents a stern test and is a more difficult driving course than its older sibling. I have been fortunate to play both courses at Sunningdale several times. However, I don’t think I have ever seen the new in better golfing condition. Golf as you dream it should be and the whole experience is (still) outstanding.
More open than its older sibling, it offers a full set of challenges and hazards. Atop the natural variety of the terrain, the seas of heather and constraining pines are well placed tests, precisely placed bunkers either alone or in gaggles, many of which surround the greens alongside those tricky false fronts and sizeable run offs.
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Best Places to Stay Near Sunningdale Golf Club New Courses
Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa - Book now at Booking.com
Styled like a French chateau, this historical manor is 1.5 miles from Ascot Racecourse and just over a mile from Sunningdale GC. It has a relaxing spa with swimming pool and gym, and boasts an AA Rosette-rated restaurant.
Royal Berkshire - Book now at Booking.com
An elegant country house hotel in the Berkshire countryside, just over a mile from Sunningdale GC. The buidling dates from the early 18th century and offers a traditional vibe. They do a famously good breakfast.
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Tournaments hosted at Sunningdale
- News of the World Matchplay
- The Walker Cup
- The European Open
- The Open Championship Qualifying
- The Women's British Open
- The Senior Open
Sunningdale Golf Club New Course Historical Top 100 Ranking UK&I
- 2025/26 - 9
- 2023/24 - 10
- 2021/22 - 10
- 2019/20 - 9
- 2017/18 - 9
- 2015/16 - 10
- 2013/14 - 10
- 2011/12 - 17
- 2009/10 - 19
Frequently Asked Questions
Can visitors play Sunningdale golf course?
Sunningdale is a private members club but both the Old and New courses are available to play for visitors between Monday to Thursday. Getting a tee time can prove difficult so make sure to book well in advance - email the club for more. You can also book on the Sunningdale website.
