Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course
Course at a glance
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course is an 18-hole golf course in Williamsburg, Virginia (23188). The course was designed by Dan Maples and opened in 2000. From the Black tees, Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course plays to 6,954 yards at par 72. The course offers 14 sets of tees ranging from 3,051 to 6,954 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 73.6, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 30% 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. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 51-60 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Williamsburg, Virginia (23188). The course was designed by Dan Maples and established in 2000. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,954 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 73.6.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 133, Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course is more accessible than most courses in Virginia. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 14 tee sets ranging from 3,051 to 6,954 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
6,954
Slope
133
Rating
73.6
Course Difficulty Analysis
133
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 | 133 | 73.6 | 409 | 408 | 394 | 543 | 426 | 230 | 410 | 175 | 570 | 3565 | 401 | 385 | 505 | 405 | 203 | 387 | 532 | 193 | 378 | 3389 | 6,954 |
Black/Blue | 130 | 72.0 | 409 | 365 | 394 | 543 | 392 | 170 | 390 | 175 | 532 | 3370 | 368 | 385 | 473 | 383 | 182 | 387 | 532 | 149 | 378 | 3237 | 6,607 |
BlueWomen's | 132 | 76.0 | 369 | 365 | 358 | 488 | 392 | 170 | 390 | 145 | 532 | 3209 | 368 | 358 | 473 | 383 | 182 | 358 | 473 | 149 | 352 | 3096 | 6,305 |
BlueMen's | 127 | 70.7 | 369 | 365 | 358 | 488 | 392 | 170 | 390 | 145 | 532 | 3209 | 368 | 358 | 473 | 383 | 182 | 358 | 473 | 149 | 352 | 3096 | 6,305 |
Blue/WhiteWomen's | 129 | 74.6 | 360 | 329 | 358 | 466 | 374 | 170 | 355 | 145 | 486 | 3043 | 368 | 358 | 455 | 340 | 182 | 358 | 467 | 149 | 329 | 3006 | 6,049 |
Blue/WhiteMen's | 123 | 69.5 | 360 | 329 | 358 | 466 | 374 | 170 | 355 | 145 | 486 | 3043 | 368 | 358 | 455 | 340 | 182 | 358 | 467 | 149 | 329 | 3006 | 6,049 |
WhiteWomen's | 127 | 73.2 | 360 | 329 | 322 | 466 | 374 | 134 | 355 | 120 | 486 | 2946 | 329 | 328 | 455 | 340 | 154 | 334 | 467 | 126 | 329 | 2862 | 5,808 |
WhiteMen's | 120 | 68.2 | 360 | 329 | 322 | 466 | 374 | 134 | 355 | 120 | 486 | 2946 | 329 | 328 | 455 | 340 | 154 | 334 | 467 | 126 | 329 | 2862 | 5,808 |
White/RedWomen's | 121 | 70.9 | 360 | 291 | 322 | 437 | 298 | 134 | 330 | 120 | 455 | 2747 | 329 | 300 | 410 | 310 | 131 | 334 | 410 | 126 | 290 | 2640 | 5,387 |
White/RedMen's | 115 | 66.2 | 360 | 291 | 322 | 437 | 298 | 134 | 330 | 120 | 455 | 2747 | 329 | 300 | 410 | 310 | 131 | 334 | 410 | 126 | 290 | 2640 | 5,387 |
Red | 119 | 69.6 | 325 | 291 | 260 | 437 | 298 | 115 | 330 | 100 | 455 | 2611 | 298 | 300 | 410 | 310 | 131 | 289 | 410 | 100 | 290 | 2538 | 5,149 |
Red | 114 | 65.0 | 325 | 291 | 260 | 437 | 298 | 115 | 330 | 100 | 455 | 2611 | 298 | 300 | 410 | 310 | 131 | 289 | 410 | 100 | 290 | 2538 | 5,149 |
OrangeWomen's | 95 | 57.4 | 168 | 175 | 165 | 197 | 147 | 101 | 168 | 100 | 270 | 1491 | 175 | 180 | 265 | 130 | 85 | 195 | 275 | 95 | 160 | 1560 | 3,051 |
OrangeMen's | 90 | 56.1 | 168 | 175 | 165 | 197 | 147 | 101 | 168 | 100 | 270 | 1491 | 175 | 180 | 265 | 130 | 85 | 195 | 275 | 95 | 160 | 1560 | 3,051 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 5 | 15 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 16 | 14 | 6 | 18 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course offers 14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,954 | 133 | 73.6 | 0-5 |
Black/Blue | 6,607 | 130 | 72.0 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,305 | 132 | 76.0 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,305 | 127 | 70.7 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 6,049 | 129 | 74.6 | 12-22 |
Blue/White | 6,049 | 123 | 69.5 | 12-22 |
White | 5,808 | 127 | 73.2 | 12-22 |
White | 5,808 | 120 | 68.2 | 12-22 |
White/Red | 5,387 | 121 | 70.9 | 20-30 |
White/Red | 5,387 | 115 | 66.2 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,149 | 119 | 69.6 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,149 | 114 | 65.0 | 20-30 |
Orange | 3,051 | 95 | 57.4 | 25+ |
Orange | 3,051 | 90 | 56.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course a public or private golf course?
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron 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 - Blue Heron Course have?
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 2000. The course was designed by Dan Maples.
What is the yardage at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course?
From the Blue/White tees, Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course plays to 6,049 yards (par 72). The course offers 14 tee sets ranging from 3,051 to 6,954 yards.
What is the slope rating at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course?
The Black tees at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course have a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 73.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course?
Yes, walking is allowed at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course?
Contact the course directly or call 757-258-4130 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course offer?
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course located?
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron 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 - Blue Heron Course?
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 133. It plays harder than 30% 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 - Blue Heron Course?
Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course offers 14 tee sets. Black tees (6,954 yards, slope 133) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Orange tees (3,051 yards, slope 90) 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 - Blue Heron Course?
Beginners at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course should play the Orange tees, which play 3,051 yards with a slope of 90. 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 Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White tees (slope 120, rating 68.2) at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course has a course handicap of 12, 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 Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron Course?
A typical round at Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron 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.