Thomson Country Club
About Thomson Country Club
Thomson Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in North Reading, Massachusetts (01864). The course was designed by Geoffrey Cornish and established in 1963. From the BLACK tees, the course plays to 6,600 yards with a par of 72. The BLACK tees carry a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 74.0.
Walking is permitted.
Thomson Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 135, putting it in the upper half of courses in Massachusetts for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,439 to 6,600 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 Massachusetts 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
6,600
Slope
134
Rating
74.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
135
This Course
129
MA Average
113
US Average
Based on 336 rated courses in Massachusetts
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLACK | 134 | 74.0 | 520 | 377 | 296 | 163 | 378 | 393 | 185 | 402 | 560 | 3274 | 369 | 328 | 220 | 365 | 457 | 425 | 532 | 172 | 458 | 3326 | 6,600 |
BLUE | 132 | 72.8 | 512 | 373 | 290 | 154 | 366 | 383 | 176 | 398 | 539 | 3191 | 359 | 324 | 202 | 360 | 453 | 412 | 522 | 159 | 432 | 3223 | 6,414 |
BLUE/WHITE COMBO | 129 | 71.9 | 512 | 355 | 290 | 154 | 353 | 383 | 160 | 398 | 520 | 3125 | 359 | 324 | 192 | 345 | 453 | 395 | 495 | 153 | 392 | 3108 | 6,233 |
WHITE | 135 | 76.8 | 484 | 355 | 274 | 142 | 353 | 365 | 160 | 385 | 520 | 3038 | 345 | 314 | 192 | 345 | 438 | 395 | 495 | 153 | 392 | 3069 | 6,107 |
WHITE | 127 | 71.3 | 484 | 355 | 274 | 142 | 353 | 365 | 160 | 385 | 520 | 3038 | 345 | 314 | 192 | 345 | 438 | 395 | 495 | 153 | 392 | 3069 | 6,107 |
WHITE/GOLD COMBO | 125 | 69.3 | 484 | 355 | 230 | 142 | 353 | 343 | 135 | 385 | 476 | 2903 | 316 | 314 | 157 | 295 | 438 | 320 | 495 | 137 | 365 | 2837 | 5,740 |
GOLD | 133 | 73.6 | 463 | 345 | 230 | 127 | 342 | 343 | 135 | 375 | 476 | 2836 | 316 | 258 | 157 | 295 | 416 | 320 | 472 | 137 | 365 | 2736 | 5,572 |
GOLD | 124 | 68.7 | 463 | 345 | 230 | 127 | 342 | 343 | 135 | 375 | 476 | 2836 | 316 | 258 | 157 | 295 | 416 | 320 | 472 | 137 | 365 | 2736 | 5,572 |
RED | 132 | 72.8 | 455 | 340 | 205 | 115 | 335 | 339 | 129 | 370 | 470 | 2758 | 310 | 256 | 152 | 287 | 411 | 310 | 465 | 132 | 358 | 2681 | 5,439 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 7 | 8 | 18 | 10 | 2 | 14 | 4 | 12 | 16 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Thomson Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLACK | 6,600 | 134 | 74.0 | 5-15 |
BLUE | 6,414 | 132 | 72.8 | 5-15 |
BLUE/WHITE COMBO | 6,233 | 129 | 71.9 | 5-15 |
WHITE | 6,107 | 135 | 76.8 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 6,107 | 127 | 71.3 | 12-22 |
WHITE/GOLD COMBO | 5,740 | 125 | 69.3 | 12-22 |
GOLD | 5,572 | 133 | 73.6 | 20-30 |
GOLD | 5,572 | 124 | 68.7 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,439 | 132 | 72.8 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Thomson Country Club
Thomson Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Thomson Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Thomson Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Thomson Country Club is a public golf course located in North Reading, MA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Thomson Country Club have?expand_more
Thomson Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1963. The course was designed by Geoffrey Cornish.
What is the yardage at Thomson Country Club?expand_more
From the BLUE/WHITE COMBO tees, Thomson Country Club plays to 6,233 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,439 to 6,600 yards.
What is the slope rating at Thomson Country Club?expand_more
The BLACK tees at Thomson Country Club have a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 74.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Thomson Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Thomson Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Thomson Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Thomson Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://thomsoncc.com. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Thomson Country Club offer?expand_more
Thomson Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Thomson Country Club located?expand_more
Thomson Country Club is located at 2 Midiron Dr in North Reading, MA 01864. You can reach them at 978-664-2016.
What is the difficulty level at Thomson Country Club?expand_more
Thomson Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 135. It plays harder than 71% of golf courses in Massachusetts. The average slope rating in Massachusetts is 129. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Thomson Country Club?expand_more
Thomson Country Club offers 9 tee sets. BLACK tees (6,600 yards, slope 134) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. RED tees (5,439 yards, slope 132) 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 Thomson Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Thomson Country Club should play the RED tees, which play 5,439 yards with a slope of 132. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Thomson Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the WHITE tees (slope 127, rating 71.3) at Thomson Country Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 88. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Thomson Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Thomson 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.