Royal New Kent Golf Club
Logo: A heraldic coat of arms: two gold rearing horses face each other as supporters, flanking a crimson shield charged with a white pall and a small white cross-hilted sword, beneath a jewelled gold and red crown, with the motto INVICTA on a small scroll above a red ribbon banner reading ROYAL NEW KENT.
Course at a glance
Royal New Kent Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Providence Forge, Virginia (23140). The course was designed by Mike Strantz. From the Invicta tees, Royal New Kent Golf Club plays to 7,440 yards at par 72. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 4,937 to 7,440 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 154 and a course rating of 76.8, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 99% of rated golf courses in Virginia. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. Tee times at Royal New Kent Golf Club can be booked online through the course's own booking page, linked on this page, or by phone at 804-966-7023.
Booking opens the course's own tee sheet. Stymie does not sell tee times or take a fee.
About Royal New Kent Golf Club
Royal New Kent Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Providence Forge, Virginia (23140). The course was designed by Mike Strantz. From the Invicta tees, the course plays to 7,440 yards with a par of 72. The Invicta tees carry a slope rating of 154 and a course rating of 76.8.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 154, Royal New Kent Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in Virginia, playing harder than 99% 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 9 tee sets ranging from 4,937 to 7,440 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
72
Length
7,440
Slope
154
Rating
76.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
154
This Course
134
VA Average
113
US Average
Based on 221 rated courses in Virginia
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Invicta | 154 | 76.8 | 405 | 605 | 193 | 455 | 585 | 428 | 199 | 435 | 414 | 3719 | 618 | 417 | 224 | 372 | 339 | 230 | 480 | 559 | 482 | 3721 | 7,440 |
Gold | 153 | 75.5 | 391 | 582 | 176 | 438 | 585 | 397 | 186 | 435 | 387 | 3577 | 598 | 397 | 212 | 352 | 339 | 230 | 465 | 559 | 430 | 3582 | 7,159 |
Black | 149 | 73.6 | 372 | 561 | 160 | 383 | 571 | 379 | 167 | 398 | 352 | 3343 | 578 | 377 | 174 | 338 | 332 | 209 | 448 | 534 | 400 | 3390 | 6,733 |
WhiteWomen's | 149 | 77.5 | 357 | 539 | 156 | 344 | 533 | 351 | 160 | 370 | 317 | 3127 | 533 | 354 | 172 | 297 | 303 | 161 | 422 | 463 | 362 | 3067 | 6,194 |
WhiteMen's | 142 | 71.1 | 357 | 539 | 156 | 344 | 533 | 351 | 160 | 370 | 317 | 3127 | 533 | 354 | 172 | 297 | 303 | 161 | 422 | 463 | 362 | 3067 | 6,194 |
MemberWomen's | 140 | 73.5 | 357 | 425 | 145 | 298 | 494 | 300 | 160 | 232 | 317 | 2728 | 533 | 285 | 120 | 297 | 258 | 115 | 380 | 463 | 276 | 2727 | 5,455 |
MemberMen's | 134 | 67.8 | 357 | 425 | 145 | 298 | 494 | 300 | 160 | 232 | 317 | 2728 | 533 | 285 | 120 | 297 | 258 | 115 | 380 | 463 | 276 | 2727 | 5,455 |
GreenWomen's | 134 | 70.6 | 225 | 425 | 145 | 298 | 494 | 300 | 135 | 232 | 229 | 2483 | 387 | 285 | 115 | 240 | 258 | 115 | 371 | 407 | 276 | 2454 | 4,937 |
GreenMen's | 128 | 65.3 | 225 | 425 | 145 | 298 | 494 | 300 | 135 | 232 | 229 | 2483 | 387 | 285 | 115 | 240 | 258 | 115 | 371 | 407 | 276 | 2454 | 4,937 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 5 | 17 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 9 | 13 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 12 | 2 | 10 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Royal New Kent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Invicta | 7,440 | 154 | 76.8 | 0-5 |
Gold | 7,159 | 153 | 75.5 | 0-5 |
Black | 6,733 | 149 | 73.6 | 0-5 |
White | 6,194 | 149 | 77.5 | 12-22 |
White | 6,194 | 142 | 71.1 | 12-22 |
Member | 5,455 | 140 | 73.5 | 20-30 |
Member | 5,455 | 134 | 67.8 | 20-30 |
Green | 4,937 | 134 | 70.6 | 25+ |
Green | 4,937 | 128 | 65.3 | 25+ |
Amenities at Royal New Kent Golf Club
Royal New Kent Golf Club features a pro shop.
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Book a Tee Time at Royal New Kent Golf Club
Royal New Kent Golf Club takes tee-time bookings online through its own booking page, linked below. Stymie does not hold tee-time inventory or take a booking fee; availability and price are set by the course.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Royal New Kent Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Royal New Kent Golf Club is a public golf course located in Providence Forge, VA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Royal New Kent Golf Club have?
Royal New Kent Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. The course was designed by Mike Strantz.
What is the yardage at Royal New Kent Golf Club?
From the White tees, Royal New Kent Golf Club plays to 6,194 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,937 to 7,440 yards.
What is the slope rating at Royal New Kent Golf Club?
The Invicta tees at Royal New Kent Golf Club have a slope rating of 154 and a course rating of 76.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Royal New Kent Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Royal New Kent Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Royal New Kent Golf Club?
You can book a tee time at Royal New Kent Golf Club online through the course's own booking page at https://www.royalnewkent.com/tee-times/, or by calling the pro shop at 804-966-7023. Availability and price are set by the course. Stymie links to the course's tee sheet and does not sell tee times or charge a booking fee.
What amenities does Royal New Kent Golf Club offer?
Royal New Kent Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Royal New Kent Golf Club located?
Royal New Kent Golf Club is located at 10100 Kent Field Road in Providence Forge, VA 23140. You can reach them at 804-966-7023.
What is the difficulty level at Royal New Kent Golf Club?
Royal New Kent Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 154. It plays harder than 99% of golf courses in Virginia. The average slope rating in Virginia is 134. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Royal New Kent Golf Club?
Royal New Kent Golf Club offers 9 tee sets. Invicta tees (7,440 yards, slope 154) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (4,937 yards, slope 128) 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 Royal New Kent Golf Club?
Beginners at Royal New Kent Golf Club should play the Green tees, which play 4,937 yards with a slope of 128. 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 Royal New Kent Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White tees (slope 142, rating 71.1) at Royal New Kent Golf Club has a course handicap of 18, 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 Royal New Kent Golf Club?
A typical round at Royal New Kent 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.