
Player Course
Lyman Orchards Golf Club
About this course
Lyman Orchards, nestled in the rolling hills of Middlefield, Connecticut, traces its golfing heritage back to the early 20th century, evolving from a humble nine-hole layout to a multifaceted golf destination known for its accessibility and community feel. The modern courses β the Player and the Jones β offer distinct experiences carved into the New England landscape. The Player Course, a testament to contemporary design, presents a parkland-style challenge with forgiving fairways that belie its strategic complexities. Well-placed bunkers and subtly contoured greens reward thoughtful approaches and penalize those who err. While not demanding prodigious length, the course favors golfers who can shape shots and navigate doglegs with precision, making it a favorite among players of varying skill levels. Lyman Orchards is a fixture of local golf, fostering a welcoming atmosphere that extends beyond the fairways. The club has hosted numerous regional amateur events and is known throughout the area for its commitment to junior golf programs. Beyond the golfing experience, Lyman Orchards maintains its deep roots in the community through its connection to the larger orchard, allowing guests to enjoy fresh, locally-grown produce alongside their rounds.
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 CT
Quick facts
- Location
- Middlefield, CT, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1994
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Gary Player
- Par
- 71
- Length
- 6,725 yards
- Difficulty
- 72.7/133
- Course Vaults score
- 6.8
Getting there
Most visitors to Lyman Orchards Golf Club arrive via Bradley International Airport in Hartford, roughly forty minutes north, though the regional Meriden-Markham Municipal Airport serves private aircraft with convenient access to the property. The drive south from Bradley traces the Connecticut River Valley before turning inland through rolling farmland and orchards that have defined this corner of Middlesex County for generations. As Route 147 narrows and the roadside stands multiply, the transition from interstate to pastoral becomes unmistakable - a fitting prelude to a club where golf has been woven into working orchard land since the early 1960s, and where the scent of apple blossoms still marks the arrival of spring.

FAQ
Common questions about Player at Lyman Orchards Golf Club
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Player at Lyman Orchards Golf Club has a Course Vaults score of 6.8 out of 10 based on 24 logged golfers.
Player was designed by Gary Player.
Yes. Player at Lyman Orchards Golf Club is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Player is 71.
Player plays 6,725 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Player is 133.




