Forest Of Galtres
Golf Courses & Equipment in York, North Yorkshire
This parkland golf course is located in the centre of the ancient Forest of Galtres, just two miles from the northern section of the ring road around the historic city of York. From the 7th green, York Minster is visible to the S, and to the N, 20 miles away, one can see the White Horse of Kilburn on the Hambleton Hills. The rural and peaceful nature of this ancient forest area, with its mature oak trees, has been enhanced by much additional tree planting.
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Forest Of Galtres
read moreThis parkland course is located in an extremely convenient and peaceful location only 2 miles north of the York Ring Road, yet it lies amidst attractive countryside in the heart of the Forest of Galtres from which it takes its name. The course is a well-designed and flat parkland course with raised greens constructed to USGA standards and providing putting surfaces capable of all year round play.
Course
read moreThe course covers about 120 acres and is an 18 hole course measuring 6,534 yards from the medal tees. It is par 72 and the standard scratch Scratch Score is 71. The lakes on the course have been designed to provide water storage for irrigation whilst at the same time coming into play as interesting water hazards. A computer controlled pop-up irrigation system has been installed to serve all tees and greens. All of the greens have been constructed to the high and demanding specification of the U.S. Golf Association in order to create putting surfaces capable of all year round play.