The Golf Club of New England opened in 1995 as an Arnold Palmer design situated on rolling terrain in Stratham, a town in New Hampshire's seacoast region between Portsmouth and Exeter. The course occupies former farmland and woodland, with the routing taking advantage of natural elevation changes and incorporating wetlands and streams that influence play on several holes. Palmer's design work in the 1990s often emphasized strategic options from the tee and approach angles into greens, characteristics evident in this layout. The course stretches across varied topography, with holes moving through corridors of mature trees and across more open areas where wind can become a factor. Water hazards appear throughout the round, requiring carries on certain tee shots and approaches. The greens feature moderate to significant undulation, and bunker placement tends to guard preferred angles rather than simply framing targets. Several holes offer risk-reward decisions for players willing to challenge hazards for better positioning. The Golf Club of New England operates as a private club and has hosted regional amateur competitions, including New Hampshire Golf Association championships. The facility includes practice areas and a clubhouse that serves the membership. The course represents Palmer's design presence in northern New England during a period when he was actively expanding his portfolio of golf course projects across the United States. The layout provides a test for accomplished players while remaining accessible from multiple tee positions.