
Heysham Course
Heysham Golf Club
About this course
Heysham Golf Club occupies a distinctive coastal position on the Lancashire coast near Morecambe Bay, overlooking the Irish Sea with views toward the Lake District fells to the north. The course sits on elevated ground above the village of Heysham, a location that exposes it to prevailing westerly winds and creates a genuine links-like playing experience despite its clifftop setting. The layout dates to 1908, making it one of the established courses in the region, and it has evolved over the decades to make full use of the natural terrain and coastal character. The course plays across undulating ground with several holes running along or near the cliff edge, where the proximity to the sea influences both strategy and conditions. The routing takes advantage of the topography, with elevation changes that add variety to the shot-making demands. Fairways are typically firm and fast in summer months, and the wind is a constant factor in club selection and course management. The greens are often small and well-defended, requiring accurate approach play. Heysham functions as a members' club with a welcoming atmosphere for visitors, serving both the local golfing community and those exploring the Lancashire coast. The clubhouse reflects its early twentieth-century origins and offers straightforward amenities with views over the course and coastline. The club maintains traditional values while remaining accessible to golfers seeking an authentic coastal round away from more heavily trafficked venues.
Quick facts
- Location
- Heysham, Lancashire, England
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1928
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 6,350 yards
- Difficulty
- 72.8/131
Getting there
Most visitors arrive via Manchester Airport, roughly ninety minutes south, though Liverpool John Lennon offers an alternative gateway for those approaching from the west. The drive north traces the M6 corridor before peeling west toward Morecambe Bay, where the landscape softens into coastal pasture and the Irish Sea begins to shimmer beyond the hedgerows. Heysham itself sits on a quiet promontory just south of Morecambe, a working village of stone cottages and harbor walls where the golf club occupies elevated ground overlooking the estuary - an unassuming arrival that belies the sweeping maritime views awaiting on the links.
FAQ
Common questions about Heysham
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Yes. Heysham is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Heysham is 70.
Heysham plays 6,350 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Heysham is 131.
Heysham is a 18-hole course.



