Little Hay at Little Hay Golf Club

Little Hay Golf Club sits in the Hertfordshire countryside near Bovingdon, northwest of London. The course was designed by F.W. Hawtree, part of the prominent Hawtree family that shaped British golf architecture across much of the twentieth century. Frederick W. Hawtree practiced during the interwar and post-war periods, and his work at Little Hay reflects the practical, strategic design principles common to British parkland courses of that era.

The layout occupies gently rolling terrain typical of the Chiltern Hills fringe, with mature trees framing many holes and defining corridors through the property. The routing makes use of natural elevation changes to create variety in shot requirements and visual interest without dramatic slopes. Several holes play across or along modest valleys, and the greens feature the subtle contouring characteristic of Hawtree's generation—enough movement to reward accurate approaches without excessive severity.

Little Hay serves as a members' club with a traditional English club atmosphere. The course measures around 6,400 yards from the back tees, offering a balanced test for club golfers while remaining accessible to higher handicappers from forward markers. The design emphasizes positioning and course management over pure length, with strategic bunkering and tree placement rewarding thoughtful play. The club maintains an active fixture calendar and participates in regional competitions typical of Hertfordshire golf clubs.