
Stocksfield Course
Stocksfield Golf Club

About this course
Stocksfield Golf Club sits in the Tyne Valley of Northumberland, approximately fifteen miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne. The course occupies gently rolling parkland terrain characteristic of this part of northeast England, where the landscape transitions from the industrial heritage of Tyneside to the more rural countryside approaching Hadrian's Wall country. The club was established in the early twentieth century and serves the local community and visitors exploring the region. The layout makes use of the natural undulations of the valley landscape, with holes routed across meadowland that offers views toward the surrounding Northumberland hills. The course features mature tree-lined fairways and traditional parkland hazards, with the River Tyne flowing through the broader valley below. The design reflects the practical, unpretentious character common to many northern English clubs from this era, where playability and year-round conditioning take precedence over dramatic architectural statements. Stocksfield functions as a members' club with a welcoming approach to visitors, typical of golf clubs in smaller Northumberland communities. The clubhouse and facilities reflect the club's regional role, providing a social hub for local golfers while maintaining the traditions of English club golf. The course offers a straightforward test suitable for a range of abilities, set within the pleasant pastoral scenery of the Tyne Valley.
Quick facts
- Location
- Stocksfield, Northumberland, England
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1913
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 5,967 yards
- Difficulty
- 72/131
Getting there
The journey to Stocksfield Golf Club begins at Newcastle International Airport, a compact 25-minute drive to the east, where the urban sprawl of Tyneside quickly gives way to the rolling pastoral landscape of the Tyne Valley. The approach follows the A695 westward along the river's wooded corridor, passing through stone-built villages and beneath the canopy of ancient oaks before arriving in Stocksfield - a tranquil commuter hamlet that feels worlds removed from the city. The club sits tucked into the hillside above the village, its elevated position offering sweeping views across the valley and a sense of serene remove that defines golf in rural Northumberland.

FAQ
Common questions about Stocksfield
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Yes. Stocksfield is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Stocksfield is 70.
Stocksfield plays 5,967 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Stocksfield is 131.
Stocksfield is a 18-hole course.



