Royal Epping Forest Golf Club
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Course Information
Royal Epping Forest Golf Club, Essex , private members club playing over a public parkland golf course.
18 holes | Par 71 | 6281 yards | Public | Parkland
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Royal Epping Forest Golf Club Information & Reviews for 2025
Address: Forest Approach, Station Road, London, Essex, E4 7AZ United Kingdom
Tel: 020 8529 2195
Website: http://www.refgc.co.uk
Golf Club Facilities
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A private members club played over a public 18 hole, parkland golf course, administered by City of London Corporation. All tee times are managed by the Pro-Shop. Please contact CoL direct on 0208 529 2085 for tee times. However, the club has preferred te
Midweek Guide: Refer to Pro Shop *
Weekend Guide: Refer to Pro Shop *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
- 7 Day Membership Available
- 5 Day Membership Available
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Tee Time Information
Midweek Guide: Refer to Pro Shop *
Weekend Guide: Refer to Pro Shop *
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Reviews
GOLFSHAKE RATING
3.18
AVERAGE RATING 3.5
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What the club says: The course may appear innocuous from the clubhouse, but don't be fooled. Rising up and down three times from Chingford Plains into and out of Epping Forest, the course will provide a varied and interesting challenge of your skills.
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Robert B rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 24 2023
Challenging without being fancy
Very nice challenging forest course, greens in good shape considering how many players refuse to repair pitch marks!Reviewer Rating
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Steven M rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 2 2019
Greens are always good surfaces!
I'm not a fan of this course, I find the first 5 holes, very hard to get through, the course is on common land so has to share the ground with other costs users, which will not be for everyone. Some good holes, I find the greens quite difficult to have a great putting round on, though the surfaces, when I play are always good/very good!! Reasonable value for money, as a pay and play. Try it out, and see what you think!Score: 76 HCP 3
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Kevin G rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 30 2017
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Jon B rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 30 2017
Short easy coarse with average fairways and excellent greens.
No food after 2pm
No food after 2pm
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Denise London rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 17 2016
Play this course often and is most enjoyable and good value Shame that many young lads abuse it by sneaking on and off out of view of the pro shop spoils it for the rest of us ....until recently the bar was very friendly however suddenly stopped people wearing golf shoes in a rude manner ....shame as they need the business
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Les W rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 21 2014
only my second visit to this little gem,for ?20 or so you wont do alot better ,the initial holes may have you thinking its not gonna be all that,but this really is an interesting coarse as you'll soon find out with dog-legs,elevated tee's greens.
theres not many bunkers on this coarse(some historic reason) and they have done away with having to wear something red which was just a pain in the @@@@ as many people dont have a red top and rather than go buy 1 would understandably just play elsewhere.
as i say well worth a round with the added bonus that epping forest has some great places to eat and drink for your post game meet.
couple of minor issues could do with more signs steering you from hole to hole and not really an issue infact adds to the whole day but always alot of activities going on around the course,cyclists,dog walkers,walkers etc
theres not many bunkers on this coarse(some historic reason) and they have done away with having to wear something red which was just a pain in the @@@@ as many people dont have a red top and rather than go buy 1 would understandably just play elsewhere.
as i say well worth a round with the added bonus that epping forest has some great places to eat and drink for your post game meet.
couple of minor issues could do with more signs steering you from hole to hole and not really an issue infact adds to the whole day but always alot of activities going on around the course,cyclists,dog walkers,walkers etc
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Dud, Enfield Middx rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 22 2013
The Chingford Golf Course is run and controlled by City of London. Royal Epping GC. Chingford GC and Chingford Ladies GC are all attached to the course with their own separate club facilities, see their separate web sites. The Caddy House (Pro Shop) controls the playing times and provides facilities for individual teaching and classes for Public Pay and Play as well as a cafe and golf shop. The course condition, especially greens, is comparable with most local private courses and much better than most P & P public courses in a 10 mile radius.
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W Haworth rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 21 2013
Can't believe the reviews that say the course is in good condition!! Greens very poor, loads of GUR all over the course. No signs saying where the next holes are, worst score cards ever seen, poor yardage markers, £25 pay and play is a disgrace. I could go on and on. Never going again
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Richard A rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 19 2013
One of my favourite pay and play courses. It is a nice track with some really enjoyable par 4s. It gets tight at the top and irons off the tee are the best bets. Course condition is generally good and drainage is excellent. Only gripe is that you have to wear either a red top or red trousers but that is tradition in order to differentiate between a golfer and a walker. Great value for money with an attached cafe that serves up a good English breakfast.
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Jonnie F rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 1 2009
Great course. Very challenging with tight, sloping fairways and holes that play into the heart of Epping Forest. A tricky closing hole, par 4 for members, par 5 for public playing over a pond towards the club house. Very well kept course, very challenging - a must play!
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Terry S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 22 2009
Royal Epping Forest Golf club or also known as Chingford Golf club
is a demanding course even though only a few bunkers tree lined fairways and even though it is a public thoroughfare all greens are well kept and are nearly always playable even in winter conditions
if considering playing this course you must include either a Red top or trouser with other golfing attire
is a demanding course even though only a few bunkers tree lined fairways and even though it is a public thoroughfare all greens are well kept and are nearly always playable even in winter conditions
if considering playing this course you must include either a Red top or trouser with other golfing attire
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Royal Epping Forest Golf Club Facilities & Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a golf clubhouse at Royal Epping Forest Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Royal Epping Forest Golf Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Royal Epping Forest Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf pro shop which you can access prior to your round of golf or visit to the golf club.
Can you hire buggies at Royal Epping Forest Golf Club?
Buggy hire is available and will be subject to availability. Call prior to your visit to confirm you requirements.
Can you hire golf clubs at Royal Epping Forest Golf Club?
Yes you can hire golf clubs but these will be subject to availability. Contact Royal Epping Forest Golf Club prior to your visit to confirm your requirements.
Is there a bar at Royal Epping Forest Golf Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Royal Epping Forest Golf Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Royal Epping Forest Golf Club
