Rolls of Monmouth Course

Rolls of Monmouth Golf Club

Monmouth, Monmouthshire, Wales
Public
18 holesPar 726,733 yds73.2/135

About this course

Rolls of Monmouth Golf Club sits in the Wye Valley region of southeast Wales, near the historic market town of Monmouth. The course occupies gently rolling parkland terrain characteristic of this part of Monmouthshire, where the landscape transitions between the river valleys and the higher ground leading toward the Welsh uplands. The club was established in the early twentieth century and has served as a traditional members' club for the local community and surrounding area. The layout makes use of the natural contours of the land, with holes routed through mature woodland and open fairways that reflect the agricultural heritage of the region. Tree-lined corridors and elevation changes provide variety in shot-making, while the underlying terrain offers natural drainage typical of Welsh parkland courses. The design emphasizes strategic placement over length, rewarding accuracy and course management rather than pure power. The club maintains a welcoming atmosphere typical of smaller Welsh golf clubs, where the game is played in a relaxed setting and the clubhouse serves as a social hub for members. The course provides a straightforward test of golf without excessive difficulty, making it accessible to players of varying abilities while still requiring thoughtful play. Its location near Monmouth places it within reach of golfers exploring the Wye Valley and the broader South Wales golfing landscape.

Quick facts

Location
Monmouth, Monmouthshire, Wales
Access
Public
Year built
1872
Holes
18
Par
72
Length
6,733 yards
Difficulty
73.2/135

Getting there

The journey to Rolls of Monmouth Golf Club typically begins at Bristol Airport, roughly forty miles to the south, or Cardiff Airport for those approaching from the west, each offering a drive of under an hour through the gentle borderlands between England and Wales. The route winds through the Wye Valley's storied landscape, where the River Wye carves its ancient course and wooded hillsides give way to open farmland as you approach Monmouth. The final miles carry you into this historic market town, where the club sits quietly above the confluence of the Wye and Monnow, its elevated position offering sweeping views across a countryside steeped in both Welsh heritage and golfing tradition.

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Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.

Yes. Rolls of Monmouth is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at Rolls of Monmouth is 72.

Rolls of Monmouth plays 6,733 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Rolls of Monmouth is 135.

Rolls of Monmouth is a 18-hole course.

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