Private

Worcester Course

Worcester Country Club

Worcester, MA, USA
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18 holesPar 706,711 yds72.8/134

About this course

Worcester Country Club is a testament to golf’s early ambition in America, forever enshrined as the host of the inaugural Ryder Cup in 1927. Nestled in the heart of Worcester, Massachusetts, the course unfolds across gently rolling parkland, a characteristic design of its Golden Age origins that evokes a sense of established serenity. Designed by Donald Ross, Worcester Country Club subtly challenges golfers to navigate tree-lined fairways and strategically placed bunkers with its design. While not exceedingly long by modern standards, the course favors thoughtful shot placement and a precise short game over brute force; those who can navigate it well are rewarded. Beyond its historical significance, Worcester Country Club maintains a loyal and tight-knit membership drawn from the local community. While not consistently mentioned among the nation's elite layouts, its lasting charm lies in its celebration of golf's history and enduring appeal to those who value tradition and camaraderie.

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.

482

Best in World

380

Best in USA

12

Best in MA

Quick facts

Location
Worcester, MA, USA
Access
Private
Year built
1914
Holes
18
Designer
Donald Ross
Par
70
Length
6,711 yards
Difficulty
72.8/134
Course Vaults score
8.5

Getting there

Worcester Country Club sits just west of downtown Worcester, typically accessed via Boston's Logan International Airport (BOS), roughly an hour's drive west along the Massachusetts Turnpike. The route traces the familiar corridor of I-90, climbing gently from the coastal plain into the rolling uplands of central Massachusetts, where the landscape softens into wooded hills and old New England neighborhoods. As you exit into Worcester proper, the city's industrial heritage gives way to quieter residential streets, and the club emerges on its elevated perch overlooking the Blackstone Valley - a discreet enclave that has anchored this corner of the Commonwealth since 1914.

FAQ

Common questions about Worcester

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

Worcester has a Course Vaults score of 8.5 out of 10 based on 38 logged golfers.

Worcester was designed by Donald Ross.

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

Par at Worcester is 70.

Worcester plays 6,711 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Worcester is 134.

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