Private

Shuttle Meadow Course

Shuttle Meadow Country Club

Kensington, CT, USA
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18 holesPar 716,516 yds75.2/131

About this course

Shuttle Meadow Country Club occupies rolling terrain in Kensington, Connecticut, a community within the town of Berlin in the central part of the state. The course was designed by Willie Park Jr., the two-time British Open champion who became one of the early transatlantic golf architects, bringing Scottish design principles to American soil in the early twentieth century. Park designed several courses in the northeastern United States during this period, and Shuttle Meadow represents his work in the Connecticut landscape. The routing takes advantage of natural elevation changes characteristic of the region's glacially-shaped topography. Park's design philosophy typically emphasized strategic bunkering and green contours that rewarded thoughtful play rather than pure power, and these principles are evident in the layout. The property features mature tree-lined fairways and a mix of hole lengths that require varied shot-making throughout the round. Shuttle Meadow Country Club functions as a traditional private club serving the greater Hartford area. The course has provided a venue for regional amateur competitions and club championships over its history. Like many Park designs from this era, the layout has likely seen modifications and updates to accommodate modern equipment and maintenance practices while retaining the fundamental character of the original routing. The club maintains a year-round presence in the community, with the course typically playable from spring through late fall in Connecticut's seasonal climate.

Rankings

Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.

2688

Best in World

2457

Best in USA

57

Best in CT

Quick facts

Location
Kensington, CT, USA
Access
Private
Year built
1914
Holes
18
Par
71
Length
6,516 yards
Difficulty
75.2/131
Course Vaults score
7.1

Getting there

Most visitors arrive via Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks, a straightforward thirty-minute drive to the south through the rolling central Connecticut countryside. The route traces the gentle transition from the bustle of the Hartford metro corridor into the quieter residential enclave of Kensington, where tree-lined streets and modest New England charm set the tone. Shuttle Meadow Country Club sits tucked into this unassuming corner of Berlin Township, its understated entrance a fitting reflection of the classic American private club tradition - no fanfare, just the quiet assurance of a place that has long served its members well.

FAQ

Common questions about Shuttle Meadow

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

Shuttle Meadow has a Course Vaults score of 7.1 out of 10 based on 13 logged golfers.

Shuttle Meadow was designed by Willie Park Jr..

Shuttle Meadow is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.

Par at Shuttle Meadow is 71.

Shuttle Meadow plays 6,516 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Shuttle Meadow is 131.

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