Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course
About Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Williamsburg, Virginia (23188). The course was designed by Dan Maples and established in 1985. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,632 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 71.7.
Walking is permitted.
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 139, putting it in the upper half of courses in Virginia for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 14 tee sets ranging from 3,048 to 6,632 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
71
Length
6,632
Slope
139
Rating
71.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
139
This Course
136
VA Average
113
US Average
Based on 206 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 139 | 71.7 | 540 | 362 | 187 | 583 | 393 | 316 | 420 | 175 | 418 | 3394 | 408 | 379 | 182 | 390 | 170 | 533 | 386 | 415 | 375 | 3238 | 6,632 |
Black/Blue | 135 | 70.4 | 493 | 362 | 175 | 552 | 365 | 316 | 381 | 143 | 418 | 3205 | 381 | 356 | 158 | 390 | 170 | 505 | 368 | 415 | 375 | 3118 | 6,323 |
Blue | 137 | 75.2 | 493 | 330 | 175 | 552 | 365 | 308 | 381 | 143 | 371 | 3118 | 381 | 356 | 158 | 357 | 142 | 505 | 368 | 396 | 359 | 3022 | 6,140 |
Blue | 131 | 69.6 | 493 | 330 | 175 | 552 | 365 | 308 | 381 | 143 | 371 | 3118 | 381 | 356 | 158 | 357 | 142 | 505 | 368 | 396 | 359 | 3022 | 6,140 |
Blue/White | 133 | 73.2 | 459 | 330 | 175 | 509 | 365 | 308 | 326 | 143 | 371 | 2986 | 333 | 356 | 158 | 325 | 142 | 433 | 368 | 358 | 308 | 2781 | 5,767 |
Blue/White | 125 | 67.9 | 459 | 330 | 175 | 509 | 365 | 308 | 326 | 143 | 371 | 2986 | 333 | 356 | 158 | 325 | 142 | 433 | 368 | 358 | 308 | 2781 | 5,767 |
White | 128 | 70.9 | 459 | 287 | 115 | 509 | 330 | 273 | 326 | 116 | 306 | 2721 | 333 | 309 | 128 | 325 | 118 | 433 | 334 | 358 | 308 | 2646 | 5,367 |
White | 120 | 65.8 | 459 | 287 | 115 | 509 | 330 | 273 | 326 | 116 | 306 | 2721 | 333 | 309 | 128 | 325 | 118 | 433 | 334 | 358 | 308 | 2646 | 5,367 |
White/Red | 123 | 68.3 | 419 | 287 | 115 | 467 | 284 | 273 | 272 | 116 | 306 | 2539 | 240 | 309 | 128 | 325 | 118 | 351 | 334 | 280 | 308 | 2393 | 4,932 |
White/Red | 115 | 63.8 | 419 | 287 | 115 | 467 | 284 | 273 | 272 | 116 | 306 | 2539 | 240 | 309 | 128 | 325 | 118 | 351 | 334 | 280 | 308 | 2393 | 4,932 |
Red | 112 | 66.2 | 419 | 224 | 86 | 467 | 284 | 229 | 272 | 106 | 264 | 2351 | 240 | 276 | 118 | 291 | 109 | 351 | 257 | 280 | 219 | 2141 | 4,492 |
Red | 112 | 62.0 | 419 | 224 | 86 | 467 | 284 | 229 | 272 | 106 | 264 | 2351 | 240 | 276 | 118 | 291 | 109 | 351 | 257 | 280 | 219 | 2141 | 4,492 |
Orange | 99 | 57.7 | 225 | 190 | 85 | 253 | 165 | 150 | 220 | 55 | 195 | 1538 | 182 | 210 | 43 | 150 | 100 | 235 | 210 | 210 | 170 | 1510 | 3,048 |
Orange | 101 | 57.2 | 225 | 190 | 85 | 253 | 165 | 150 | 220 | 55 | 195 | 1538 | 182 | 210 | 43 | 150 | 100 | 235 | 210 | 210 | 170 | 1510 | 3,048 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 3 | 11 | 17 | 1 | 5 | 13 | 9 | 15 | 7 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 6 | 10 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course offers 14 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,632 | 139 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
Black/Blue | 6,323 | 135 | 70.4 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,140 | 137 | 75.2 | 12-22 |
Blue | 6,140 | 131 | 69.6 | 12-22 |
Blue/White | 5,767 | 133 | 73.2 | 12-22 |
Blue/White | 5,767 | 125 | 67.9 | 12-22 |
White | 5,367 | 128 | 70.9 | 20-30 |
White | 5,367 | 120 | 65.8 | 20-30 |
White/Red | 4,932 | 123 | 68.3 | 25+ |
White/Red | 4,932 | 115 | 63.8 | 25+ |
Red | 4,492 | 112 | 66.2 | 25+ |
Red | 4,492 | 112 | 62.0 | 25+ |
Orange | 3,048 | 99 | 57.7 | 25+ |
Orange | 3,048 | 101 | 57.2 | 25+ |
Amenities at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course is a public golf course located in Williamsburg, VA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course have?expand_more
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1985. The course was designed by Dan Maples.
What is the yardage at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course plays to 5,767 yards (par 71). The course offers 14 tee sets ranging from 3,048 to 6,632 yards.
What is the slope rating at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course?expand_more
The Black tees at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course have a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 71.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course offer?expand_more
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course located?expand_more
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course is located at 240 Ford's Colony Dr in Williamsburg, VA 23188. You can reach them at 757-258-4130.
What is the difficulty level at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course?expand_more
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 139. It plays harder than 68% of golf courses in Virginia. The average slope rating in Virginia is 136. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course?expand_more
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course offers 14 tee sets. Black tees (6,632 yards, slope 139) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Orange tees (3,048 yards, slope 101) 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 Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course?expand_more
Beginners at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course should play the Orange tees, which play 3,048 yards with a slope of 101. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 120, rating 65.8) at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course would have a course handicap of 11 and an expected score of approximately 82. 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 Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course?expand_more
A typical round at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blackheath Course 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.