Datchet Course

Datchet Golf Club

Datchet, Berkshire, England
Public
18 holesPar 706,087 yds74.9/129

About this course

Datchet Golf Club sits in the Thames Valley village of Datchet, Berkshire, roughly midway between Windsor and Staines. The course occupies relatively flat terrain characteristic of the river plain, with the Thames forming a natural boundary along part of the property. This proximity to the river influences both the landscape character and occasional playing conditions, particularly during wetter months when drainage becomes a factor. The setting offers views toward Windsor Castle in certain areas, placing the course within one of England's more historically significant landscapes. The layout is parkland in character, with mature trees defining many holes and providing strategic interest on what might otherwise be straightforward terrain. The flatness means elevation change plays little role in shot-making, so the design relies on bunkering, tree placement, and green contours to create challenge. Water features appear on several holes, some natural and some constructed, adding variety to the predominantly tree-lined corridors. Datchet functions as a members' club serving the local community and golfers from the surrounding Thames Valley area. The club has operated for over a century, making it one of the established courses in Berkshire, though it maintains a quieter profile compared to the county's more famous championship venues. The course provides accessible golf in a pleasant setting without the formality or difficulty of nearby elite clubs, appealing to players seeking a traditional parkland round within reach of both Windsor and west London.

Quick facts

Location
Datchet, Berkshire, England
Access
Public
Year built
1890
Holes
18
Par
70
Length
6,087 yards
Difficulty
74.9/129

Getting there

The journey to Datchet Golf Club begins at London Heathrow, a mere fifteen-minute drive to the east, making this one of the most accessible escapes from the capital's gravitational pull. Private arrivals often touch down at nearby Farnborough or White Waltham, both within a quarter-hour's reach of the club gates. The approach follows the Thames Valley westward through Windsor's royal shadow, slipping past the castle ramparts before crossing into Berkshire's quieter riverside parishes, where Datchet's tree-lined fairways unfold along the water's edge with an understated grace that belies its proximity to one of the world's busiest airports.

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Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.

Yes. Datchet is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at Datchet is 70.

Datchet plays 6,087 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Datchet is 129.

Datchet is a 18-hole course.

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