
Heaton Moor Course
Heaton Moor Golf Club
About this course
Heaton Moor Golf Club sits in Stockport, just south of Manchester, occupying elevated parkland that offers views across the Cheshire Plain. The course was established in 1892, making it one of the older clubs in the Greater Manchester area, and reflects the classic parkland design principles of late Victorian golf architecture. The layout works with the natural contours of the land, incorporating mature trees and traditional bunkering that frame the holes. The course measures around 6,300 yards from the back tees and plays as a par 70, a relatively short layout by modern standards but one that rewards accuracy and course management over distance. The terrain features gentle elevation changes that add character to the routing, and several holes require thoughtful club selection to navigate the slopes and avoid the established tree lines. The greens are typically well-maintained and can be quick, demanding a careful short game. Heaton Moor functions as a members' club with a traditional structure, hosting regular club competitions and maintaining an active calendar of social events. The clubhouse reflects the club's long history in the area, serving as a gathering point for the local golfing community. The course provides a straightforward test of golf in a suburban parkland setting, appealing to members who value accessibility and the continuity of a well-established club rather than championship length or tournament pedigree.
Quick facts
- Location
- Stockport, Greater Manchester, England
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1892
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 5,974 yards
- Difficulty
- 72.2/135
Getting there
The journey to Heaton Moor Golf Club begins at Manchester Airport, a mere twenty-minute drive north through the leafy suburbs of Greater Manchester's southern fringe. The route traces quiet residential roads that gradually climb into Heaton Moor, a handsome Victorian enclave where red-brick terraces give way to tree-lined avenues and glimpses of the Cheshire Plain beyond. The club sits tucked into an elevated pocket of parkland, its understated entrance belying the surprising sense of escape that awaits - a pocket of tranquil, rolling terrain that feels remarkably removed from the urban hum of Stockport below.
FAQ
Common questions about Heaton Moor
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Yes. Heaton Moor is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Heaton Moor is 70.
Heaton Moor plays 5,974 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Heaton Moor is 135.
Heaton Moor is a 18-hole course.

