Manchester Country Club
Course at a glance
Manchester Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Manchester, Connecticut (06040). The course was designed by Tom Bendelow & Devereaux Emmet and opened in 1917. From the Blue tees, Manchester Country Club plays to 6,339 yards at par 72. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 5,276 to 6,339 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 70.4, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 51% of rated golf courses in Connecticut. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Manchester Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Manchester Country Club
Manchester Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Manchester, Connecticut (06040). The course was designed by Tom Bendelow & Devereaux Emmet and established in 1917. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,339 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 70.4.
Walking is permitted.
Manchester Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 130, putting it in the upper half of courses in Connecticut for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,276 to 6,339 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Golf in Connecticut typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
72
Length
6,339
Slope
129
Rating
70.4
Course Difficulty Analysis
130
This Course
128
CT Average
113
US Average
Based on 152 rated courses in Connecticut
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 129 | 70.4 | 324 | 353 | 521 | 513 | 153 | 410 | 348 | 153 | 362 | 3137 | 299 | 350 | 144 | 343 | 550 | 531 | 410 | 383 | 192 | 3202 | 6,339 |
WhiteWomen's | 130 | 75.0 | 316 | 338 | 507 | 501 | 141 | 404 | 332 | 139 | 353 | 3031 | 293 | 335 | 134 | 331 | 525 | 514 | 397 | 372 | 186 | 3087 | 6,118 |
WhiteMen's | 127 | 69.4 | 316 | 338 | 507 | 501 | 141 | 404 | 332 | 139 | 353 | 3031 | 293 | 335 | 134 | 331 | 525 | 514 | 397 | 372 | 186 | 3087 | 6,118 |
Gold | 116 | 66.9 | 302 | 323 | 480 | 447 | 136 | 378 | 313 | 128 | 309 | 2816 | 240 | 289 | 130 | 328 | 517 | 416 | 348 | 354 | 175 | 2797 | 5,613 |
Red | 120 | 72.6 | 302 | 323 | 480 | 490 | 136 | 345 | 305 | 131 | 306 | 2818 | 206 | 292 | 130 | 330 | 517 | 416 | 343 | 352 | 175 | 2761 | 5,579 |
GreenMen's | 112 | 65.4 | 302 | 323 | 403 | 443 | 136 | 354 | 313 | 128 | 309 | 2711 | 209 | 289 | 130 | 328 | 444 | 341 | 343 | 352 | 137 | 2573 | 5,284 |
GreenWomen's | 117 | 70.8 | 302 | 323 | 403 | 443 | 136 | 354 | 305 | 128 | 309 | 2703 | 209 | 289 | 130 | 328 | 444 | 341 | 343 | 352 | 137 | 2573 | 5,276 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 11 | 3 | 9 | 17 | 1 | 5 | 15 | 7 | 12 | 14 | 18 | 6 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 16 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Manchester Country Club offers 7 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,339 | 129 | 70.4 | 5-15 |
White | 6,118 | 130 | 75.0 | 12-22 |
White | 6,118 | 127 | 69.4 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,613 | 116 | 66.9 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,579 | 120 | 72.6 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,284 | 112 | 65.4 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,276 | 117 | 70.8 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Manchester Country Club
Manchester Country Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Manchester Country Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Manchester Country Club a public or private golf course?
Manchester Country Club is a public golf course located in Manchester, CT. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Manchester Country Club have?
Manchester Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1917. The course was designed by Tom Bendelow & Devereaux Emmet.
What is the yardage at Manchester Country Club?
From the White tees, Manchester Country Club plays to 6,118 yards (par 72). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,276 to 6,339 yards.
What is the slope rating at Manchester Country Club?
The Blue tees at Manchester Country Club have a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 70.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Manchester Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Manchester Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Manchester Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.mancc.com or call 860-646-0226 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Manchester Country Club offer?
Manchester Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Manchester Country Club located?
Manchester Country Club is located at 305 S Main St in Manchester, CT 06040. You can reach them at 860-646-0226.
What is the difficulty level at Manchester Country Club?
Manchester Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 130. It plays harder than 51% of golf courses in Connecticut. The average slope rating in Connecticut is 128. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Manchester Country Club?
Manchester Country Club offers 7 tee sets. Blue tees (6,339 yards, slope 129) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Green tees (5,276 yards, slope 117) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Manchester Country Club?
Beginners at Manchester Country Club should play the Green tees, which play 5,276 yards with a slope of 117. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Manchester Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold tees (slope 116, rating 66.9) at Manchester Country Club has a course handicap of 10, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Manchester Country Club?
A typical round at Manchester Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.