
New England Course
New England Country Club
About this course
New England Country Club occupies rolling terrain in Bellingham, Massachusetts, roughly midway between Boston and Providence. The course was designed by Hale Irwin, the three-time U.S. Open champion, in collaboration with architect Gary Kern, and opened in the late 1990s. The layout reflects Irwin's competitive experience, with an emphasis on strategic shot values and green complexes that reward precision over distance. The property features natural elevation changes and wooded corridors typical of southeastern Massachusetts, with several holes routed through mature hardwood stands and others playing across more open ground. Water comes into play on multiple holes, and the bunkering style—both greenside and fairway—demands careful course management. The greens tend toward moderate size with subtle internal contours, asking players to think carefully about approach angles and pin positions. New England Country Club operates as a daily-fee facility, making it accessible to a broad range of golfers in the region. The course has hosted various regional amateur events and qualifiers over the years, serving as a test for competitive players while remaining playable for members and visitors. The layout stretches to over 7,000 yards from the back tees, though multiple tee boxes accommodate different skill levels. The club's setting in the Blackstone Valley provides a relatively quiet, wooded atmosphere despite its proximity to major metropolitan areas. The design balances challenge with playability, characteristic of Irwin's approach to course architecture during this period of his post-playing career.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in MA
Quick facts
- Location
- Bellingham, MA, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1990
- Holes
- 18
- Designer(s)
- Hale Irwin, Gary Kern
- Par
- 71
- Length
- 6,483 yards
- Difficulty
- 72.3/138
- Course Vaults score
- 6.9
Getting there
New England Country Club sits just beyond Boston's suburban reach, accessible via Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) - roughly forty-five minutes south by car through the rolling terrain of eastern Massachusetts - or via Manchester Airport (MHU) in New Hampshire, a quieter alternative for those seeking a more direct approach from the north. The drive from either hub carries you through the gentle transition from commuter highways into the quieter, tree-lined roads of the Blackstone Valley, where the landscape softens into the manicured grounds and classic New England architecture that define the region. For those arriving by private aviation, nearby airstrips offer discreet access, though the final miles unfold along country roads that speak to the club's long-established place within the fabric of Massachusetts golf tradition. The arrival at New England Country Club marks the culmination of a journey that honors both proximity to the city and the serene remove that has anchored this institution for generations.

FAQ
Common questions about New England
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
New England has a Course Vaults score of 6.9 out of 10 based on 42 logged golfers.
New England was designed by Hale Irwin and Gary Kern.
Yes. New England is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at New England is 71.
New England plays 6,483 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at New England is 138.



