Badgemore Park Golf Club

Badgemore Park sits on elevated ground above Henley-on-Thames in the Chiltern Hills of Oxfordshire, occupying parkland that offers views across the Thames Valley. The course was designed by Robert Sandow and opened in the 1970s, laid out across rolling terrain characteristic of this part of southern England. The property's natural contours and mature woodland provide the framework for a layout that moves through varied elevations and tree-lined corridors. The routing makes use of the site's topography, with several holes playing along ridgelines and others descending into lower-lying areas. Stands of beech and oak define many holes, while open sections allow views toward the surrounding countryside. The design incorporates strategic bunkering and requires thoughtful club selection given the changes in elevation throughout the round. Badgemore Park functions as a members' club serving the Henley-on-Thames area, a market town known for its annual Royal Regatta on the Thames. The course provides a parkland test within the Chilterns, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty that extends across Oxfordshire and neighboring counties. The layout reflects the regional style of English inland courses from its era, emphasizing shot placement and course management over length.