Manchester Country Club
About Manchester Country Club
Manchester Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Bedford, New Hampshire (03110). The course was designed by Donald Ross and established in 1923. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,856 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 73.7.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 146, Manchester Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in New Hampshire, playing harder than 94% of 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 9 tee sets ranging from 4,740 to 6,856 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 New Hampshire 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
71
Length
6,856
Slope
133
Rating
73.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
146
This Course
129
NH Average
113
US Average
Based on 68 rated courses in New Hampshire
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 | 133 | 73.7 | 431 | 501 | 243 | 419 | 201 | 381 | 390 | 400 | 547 | 3513 | 380 | 574 | 440 | 156 | 407 | 302 | 219 | 453 | 412 | 3343 | 6,856 |
Blue | 146 | 78.6 | 426 | 451 | 214 | 364 | 199 | 338 | 385 | 385 | 523 | 3285 | 380 | 530 | 390 | 153 | 404 | 300 | 217 | 447 | 404 | 3225 | 6,510 |
Blue | 131 | 71.9 | 426 | 451 | 214 | 364 | 199 | 338 | 385 | 385 | 523 | 3285 | 380 | 530 | 390 | 153 | 404 | 300 | 217 | 447 | 404 | 3225 | 6,510 |
White | 141 | 77.0 | 415 | 439 | 207 | 340 | 174 | 316 | 365 | 357 | 497 | 3110 | 369 | 507 | 379 | 145 | 395 | 289 | 212 | 428 | 387 | 3111 | 6,221 |
White | 129 | 70.6 | 415 | 439 | 207 | 340 | 174 | 316 | 365 | 357 | 497 | 3110 | 369 | 507 | 379 | 145 | 395 | 289 | 212 | 428 | 387 | 3111 | 6,221 |
Green | 127 | 72.1 | 352 | 415 | 198 | 328 | 157 | 241 | 298 | 335 | 466 | 2790 | 311 | 374 | 306 | 123 | 369 | 268 | 140 | 341 | 329 | 2561 | 5,351 |
Green | 117 | 66.0 | 352 | 361 | 118 | 328 | 157 | 241 | 298 | 335 | 466 | 2656 | 311 | 366 | 306 | 123 | 369 | 268 | 140 | 341 | 329 | 2553 | 5,209 |
Yellow | 120 | 68.3 | 276 | 273 | 118 | 328 | 157 | 241 | 298 | 335 | 359 | 2385 | 311 | 374 | 249 | 123 | 281 | 268 | 202 | 303 | 244 | 2355 | 4,740 |
Yellow | 109 | 63.8 | 276 | 273 | 118 | 328 | 157 | 241 | 298 | 335 | 359 | 2385 | 311 | 374 | 249 | 123 | 281 | 268 | 202 | 303 | 244 | 2355 | 4,740 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 2 | 12 | 14 | 8 | 16 | 18 | 4 | 10 | 6 | 11 | 5 | 3 | 17 | 7 | 13 | 15 | 1 | 9 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Manchester Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,856 | 133 | 73.7 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,510 | 146 | 78.6 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,510 | 131 | 71.9 | 5-15 |
White | 6,221 | 141 | 77.0 | 5-15 |
White | 6,221 | 129 | 70.6 | 5-15 |
Green | 5,351 | 127 | 72.1 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,209 | 117 | 66.0 | 20-30 |
Yellow | 4,740 | 120 | 68.3 | 25+ |
Yellow | 4,740 | 109 | 63.8 | 25+ |
Amenities at Manchester Country Club
Manchester Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Manchester Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Manchester Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Manchester Country Club is a public golf course located in Bedford, NH. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Manchester Country Club have?expand_more
Manchester Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1923. The course was designed by Donald Ross.
What is the yardage at Manchester Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Manchester Country Club plays to 6,221 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,740 to 6,856 yards.
What is the slope rating at Manchester Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Manchester Country Club have a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 73.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Manchester Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Manchester Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Manchester Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Manchester Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Manchester Country Club offer?expand_more
Manchester Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Manchester Country Club located?expand_more
Manchester Country Club is located at 180 S River Rd in Bedford, NH 03110. You can reach them at 603-623-8270.
What is the difficulty level at Manchester Country Club?expand_more
Manchester Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 146. It plays harder than 94% of golf courses in New Hampshire. The average slope rating in New Hampshire is 129. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Manchester Country Club?expand_more
Manchester Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Black tees (6,856 yards, slope 133) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Yellow tees (4,740 yards, slope 109) 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 Manchester Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Manchester Country Club should play the Yellow tees, which play 4,740 yards with a slope of 109. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Manchester Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 129, rating 70.6) at Manchester Country Club would have a course handicap of 17 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 Manchester Country Club?expand_more
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.