Colchester Golf Club
Course at a glance
Colchester Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Colchester, England. From the White tees, Colchester Golf Club plays to 6,320 yards at par 70. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 5,359 to 6,320 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 127 and a course rating of 70.9, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 58% of rated golf courses in England. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. Tee times at Colchester Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Colchester Golf Club
Colchester Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Colchester, England (CO4 5AU).. From the White tees, the course plays to 6,320 yards with a par of 70. The White tees carry a slope rating of 127 and a course rating of 70.9.
Walking is permitted.
Colchester Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 134, putting it in the upper half of courses in England for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,359 to 6,320 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.
Par
70
Length
6,320
Slope
127
Rating
70.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
134
This Course
131
ENG Average
113
WHS Baseline
Based on 612 rated courses in England
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
White | 127 | 70.9 | 337 | 534 | 339 | 188 | 378 | 409 | 387 | 154 | 510 | 3236 | 329 | 409 | 424 | 177 | 326 | 446 | 150 | 401 | 422 | 3084 | 6,320 |
YellowMen's | 123 | 69.9 | 337 | 522 | 328 | 174 | 369 | 399 | 372 | 143 | 440 | 3084 | 315 | 386 | 415 | 165 | 317 | 431 | 140 | 390 | 409 | 2968 | 6,052 |
YellowWomen's | 134 | 75.7 | 337 | 522 | 328 | 174 | 369 | 399 | 372 | 143 | 440 | 3084 | 315 | 386 | 415 | 165 | 317 | 431 | 140 | 390 | 409 | 2968 | 6,052 |
PurpleMen's | 119 | 68.7 | 322 | 504 | 313 | 161 | 312 | 399 | 331 | 119 | 435 | 2896 | 311 | 389 | 396 | 171 | 317 | 431 | 138 | 377 | 398 | 2928 | 5,824 |
PurpleWomen's | 128 | 74.6 | 322 | 504 | 313 | 161 | 312 | 399 | 331 | 119 | 435 | 2896 | 311 | 389 | 396 | 171 | 317 | 431 | 138 | 377 | 398 | 2928 | 5,824 |
RedMen's | 117 | 68.1 | 328 | 468 | 303 | 164 | 342 | 393 | 355 | 117 | 421 | 2891 | 302 | 386 | 392 | 153 | 305 | 418 | 130 | 368 | 373 | 2827 | 5,718 |
RedWomen's | 127 | 73.8 | 328 | 468 | 303 | 164 | 342 | 393 | 355 | 117 | 421 | 2891 | 302 | 386 | 392 | 153 | 305 | 418 | 130 | 368 | 373 | 2827 | 5,718 |
BlueMen's | 114 | 66.2 | 288 | 452 | 288 | 159 | 318 | 366 | 312 | 102 | 409 | 2694 | 275 | 367 | 372 | 141 | 295 | 396 | 106 | 325 | 388 | 2665 | 5,359 |
BlueWomen's | 123 | 71.7 | 288 | 452 | 288 | 159 | 318 | 366 | 312 | 102 | 409 | 2694 | 275 | 367 | 372 | 141 | 295 | 396 | 106 | 325 | 388 | 2665 | 5,359 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 16 | 6 | 14 | 8 | 12 | 2 | 4 | 18 | 10 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 11 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Colchester Golf Club offers 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
White | 6,320 | 127 | 70.9 | 5-15 |
Yellow | 6,052 | 123 | 69.9 | 12-22 |
Yellow | 6,052 | 134 | 75.7 | 12-22 |
Purple | 5,824 | 119 | 68.7 | 12-22 |
Purple | 5,824 | 128 | 74.6 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,718 | 117 | 68.1 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,718 | 127 | 73.8 | 12-22 |
Blue | 5,359 | 114 | 66.2 | 20-30 |
Blue | 5,359 | 123 | 71.7 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Colchester Golf Club
Colchester Golf Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Colchester Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many holes does Colchester Golf Club have?
Colchester Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Colchester Golf Club?
From the White tees, Colchester Golf Club plays to 6,320 yards (par 70). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,359 to 6,320 yards.
What is the slope rating at Colchester Golf Club?
The White tees at Colchester Golf Club have a slope rating of 127 and a course rating of 70.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Colchester Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Colchester Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Colchester Golf Club?
Contact the course directly or call 01206853396 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Colchester Golf Club offer?
Colchester Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Colchester Golf Club located?
Colchester Golf Club is located at Braiswick in Colchester, ENG. You can reach them at 01206853396.
What is the difficulty level at Colchester Golf Club?
Colchester Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 134. It plays harder than 58% of golf courses in England. The average slope rating in England is 131. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Colchester Golf Club?
Colchester Golf Club offers 9 tee sets. White tees (6,320 yards, slope 127) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Blue tees (5,359 yards, slope 123) 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 Colchester Golf Club?
Beginners at Colchester Golf Club should play the Blue tees, which play 5,359 yards with a slope of 123. 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 Colchester Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Purple tees (slope 128, rating 74.6) at Colchester Golf Club has a course handicap of 19, 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 Colchester Golf Club?
A typical round at Colchester Golf 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.