Private

Torrington Course

Torrington Country Club

Goshen, CT, USA
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18 holesPar 726,651 yds75.1/134

About this course

Torrington Country Club, nestled in the Litchfield Hills of Goshen, Connecticut, is a testament to understated, classic New England golf. The course, routed across rolling terrain dotted with mature hardwoods and natural water features, presents a strategic, rather than overpowering, challenge. Designed by Orrin E. Smith in the early 1920s, the layout is a prime example of Golden Age architecture. While not boasting excessive length, the course demands thoughtful club selection and precise approaches to its subtly contoured greens. Locals know the course rewards strategic play, favoring those who can shape the ball and manage the undulating landscape. Blind shots and doglegs present a traditional test, while the small, sloping greens require a deft touch with the putter. The club itself maintains a low-key, convivial atmosphere. It is known locally as a haven for accomplished amateurs and those who simply appreciate a well-maintained course in a tranquil setting. While it has not hosted major championships, Torrington Country Club holds a cherished place in the hearts of Connecticut golfers. Torrington Country Club's enduring appeal lies in its commitment to preserving the traditions of the game while offering a welcoming environment for all who appreciate the beauty and challenge of classic golf. The simple, unassuming clubhouse is a favorite spot for post-round gatherings and summer evening dinners, offering members a comfortable and familiar place to relax and connect.

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.

2133

Best in World

1920

Best in USA

44

Best in CT

Quick facts

Location
Goshen, CT, USA
Access
Private
Year built
1929
Holes
18
Par
72
Length
6,651 yards
Difficulty
75.1/134
Course Vaults score
7.4

Getting there

Torrington Country Club sits in the rolling countryside of northwestern Connecticut, accessible most directly via Bradley International Airport (BDL) near Hartford, roughly ninety minutes south, or via the closer regional hub of Tweed New Haven Airport (HVD) for those with private aviation options. The drive north from either gateway carries you through the gentle rise of the Connecticut highlands, where suburban sprawl yields to pastoral farmland and tree-lined country roads that speak to the region's quieter, more established character. The final miles into Goshen wind through a landscape of stone walls and wooded estates, the approach itself a gentle deceleration into the understated elegance of a club rooted in New England tradition, where the clubhouse emerges as a natural punctuation to the journey rather than a dramatic arrival.

FAQ

Common questions about Torrington

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

Torrington has a Course Vaults score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 14 logged golfers.

Torrington was designed by Orrin E. Smith.

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

Par at Torrington is 72.

Torrington plays 6,651 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Torrington is 134.

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