Thorny Lea Golf Club
Course at a glance
Thorny Lea Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Brockton, Massachusetts (02301). The course was designed by Wayne Stiles & John Van Kleek and opened in 1900. From the GOLD tees, Thorny Lea Golf Club plays to 6,429 yards at par 70. The course offers 11 sets of tees ranging from 3,035 to 6,429 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 72.7, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 83% of rated golf courses in Massachusetts. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. 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 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Thorny Lea Golf Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Thorny Lea Golf Club
Thorny Lea Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Brockton, Massachusetts (02301). The course was designed by Wayne Stiles & John Van Kleek and established in 1900. From the GOLD tees, the course plays to 6,429 yards with a par of 70. The GOLD tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 72.7.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 138, Thorny Lea Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in Massachusetts, playing harder than 83% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 3,035 to 6,429 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
70
Length
6,429
Slope
135
Rating
72.7
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
138
This Course
129
MA Average
113
US Average
Based on 331 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GOLD | 135 | 72.7 | 384 | 464 | 207 | 392 | 356 | 424 | 349 | 480 | 160 | 3216 | 417 | 491 | 411 | 166 | 407 | 378 | 331 | 191 | 421 | 3213 | 6,429 |
BLUE/GOLD COMBO | 133 | 71.5 | 366 | 449 | 172 | 357 | 356 | 412 | 349 | 480 | 160 | 3101 | 417 | 491 | 394 | 166 | 403 | 378 | 331 | 191 | 398 | 3169 | 6,270 |
BLUEWomen's | 138 | 76.0 | 366 | 449 | 172 | 357 | 342 | 412 | 336 | 472 | 145 | 3051 | 386 | 482 | 394 | 152 | 403 | 365 | 324 | 182 | 398 | 3086 | 6,137 |
BLUEMen's | 132 | 70.3 | 366 | 449 | 172 | 357 | 342 | 412 | 336 | 472 | 145 | 3051 | 386 | 482 | 394 | 152 | 403 | 365 | 324 | 182 | 398 | 3086 | 6,137 |
WHITEWomen's | 134 | 75.0 | 347 | 439 | 150 | 319 | 337 | 389 | 324 | 466 | 120 | 2891 | 350 | 459 | 371 | 140 | 397 | 338 | 313 | 180 | 375 | 2923 | 5,814 |
WHITEMen's | 128 | 68.9 | 347 | 439 | 150 | 319 | 337 | 389 | 324 | 466 | 120 | 2891 | 350 | 459 | 371 | 140 | 397 | 338 | 313 | 180 | 375 | 2923 | 5,814 |
BLACK | 127 | 73.6 | 340 | 435 | 136 | 311 | 330 | 383 | 319 | 400 | 113 | 2767 | 345 | 455 | 365 | 134 | 391 | 328 | 309 | 177 | 368 | 2872 | 5,639 |
BLACK/GREEN | 119 | 70.0 | 340 | 275 | 136 | 311 | 330 | 300 | 229 | 400 | 113 | 2434 | 345 | 455 | 310 | 134 | 296 | 328 | 309 | 177 | 267 | 2621 | 5,055 |
GREEN | 117 | 68.2 | 340 | 275 | 136 | 259 | 330 | 300 | 229 | 400 | 113 | 2382 | 307 | 378 | 310 | 133 | 296 | 269 | 309 | 112 | 267 | 2381 | 4,763 |
OUTSIDE-9 | 131 | 35.6 | 412 | 336 | 472 | 145 | 386 | 482 | 394 | 152 | 403 | 3182 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3,182 |
INSIDE 9 | 127 | 34.9 | 360 | 465 | 200 | 350 | 350 | 360 | 340 | 185 | 425 | 3035 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3,035 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 3 | 11 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 15 | 6 | 18 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Thorny Lea Golf Club offers 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
GOLD | 6,429 | 135 | 72.7 | 5-15 |
BLUE/GOLD COMBO | 6,270 | 133 | 71.5 | 5-15 |
BLUE | 6,137 | 138 | 76.0 | 12-22 |
BLUE | 6,137 | 132 | 70.3 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,814 | 134 | 75.0 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,814 | 128 | 68.9 | 12-22 |
BLACK | 5,639 | 127 | 73.6 | 20-30 |
BLACK/GREEN | 5,055 | 119 | 70.0 | 20-30 |
GREEN | 4,763 | 117 | 68.2 | 25+ |
OUTSIDE-9 | 3,182 | 131 | 35.6 | 25+ |
INSIDE 9 | 3,035 | 127 | 34.9 | 25+ |
Amenities at Thorny Lea Golf Club
Thorny Lea Golf Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Thorny Lea Golf Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Thorny Lea Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Thorny Lea Golf Club is a private golf course located in Brockton, MA. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Thorny Lea Golf Club have?expand_more
Thorny Lea Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1900. The course was designed by Wayne Stiles & John Van Kleek.
What is the yardage at Thorny Lea Golf Club?expand_more
From the WHITE tees, Thorny Lea Golf Club plays to 5,814 yards (par 70). The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 3,035 to 6,429 yards.
What is the slope rating at Thorny Lea Golf Club?expand_more
The GOLD tees at Thorny Lea Golf Club have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 72.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Thorny Lea Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Thorny Lea Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Thorny Lea Golf Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at http://www.thornyleagc.com/ or call 508-586-2171 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Thorny Lea Golf Club offer?expand_more
Thorny Lea Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Thorny Lea Golf Club located?expand_more
Thorny Lea Golf Club is located at 159 Torrey St in Brockton, MA 02301. You can reach them at 508-586-2171.
What is the difficulty level at Thorny Lea Golf Club?expand_more
Thorny Lea Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 83% 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 Thorny Lea Golf Club?expand_more
Thorny Lea Golf Club offers 11 tee sets. GOLD tees (6,429 yards, slope 135) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. INSIDE 9 tees (3,035 yards, slope 127) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Thorny Lea Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Thorny Lea Golf Club should play the INSIDE 9 tees, which play 3,035 yards with a slope of 127. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Thorny Lea Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the WHITE tees (slope 128, rating 68.9) at Thorny Lea Golf Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 86. This uses the 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 Thorny Lea Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Thorny Lea Golf Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.