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Fulford Course

Fulford Golf Course

York, North Yorkshire, England
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18 holesPar 726,925 yds74.3/144

About this course

Fulford Golf Course lies on the southern edge of York, established in 1906 on land that was once part of the Fulford estate. The course was designed by W.H. Key, a lesser-known architect of the Edwardian era, and occupies relatively flat parkland terrain characteristic of the Vale of York. Mature trees, many dating to the original layout, line the fairways and frame the playing corridors, while the River Ouse influences drainage patterns across the property. The routing features several holes where strategic bunkering and tree placement demand accuracy over distance. The course measures around 6,800 yards from the championship tees, with par typically set at 72. Water comes into play on a handful of holes, and the greens tend toward moderate size with subtle contours that reward local knowledge. Fulford has hosted professional tournament golf, most notably serving as a venue on the European Tour schedule. The course appeared regularly on the tour rota during the 1980s and 1990s, bringing top international players to Yorkshire and raising the club's profile beyond regional circles. These events tested the layout's defenses and demonstrated its capacity to challenge elite fields despite lacking dramatic elevation change or severe hazards. The club maintains a traditional members' operation with a welcoming atmosphere for visitors. The clubhouse overlooks the course and provides standard amenities, while the membership reflects a broad cross-section of York's golfing community.

Quick facts

Location
York, North Yorkshire, England
Access
Public
Year built
1906
Designer
W.H. Key
Holes
18
Par
72
Length
6,925 yards
Difficulty
74.3/144

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Common questions about Fulford

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

Fulford was designed by W.H. Key.

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

Par at Fulford is 72.

Fulford plays 6,925 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Fulford is 144.

Fulford is a 18-hole course.

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