Although
North Cliff Golf Club dates back to 1909, the present course
was designed by James Braid and established in 1928. The
course starts on the cliff top and then moves inland threading
its way between trees and spinneys, with lovely views of
the North Yorkshire Moors before returning to the cliff
top for the final three holes.
The
course is sufficiently undulating to be interesting without
being excessively hilly and is a tough but fair test for
golfers of all abilities.
With
the prevailing wind from the west the first five holes provide
a stiff test of golf and par on these holes is a good start.
The
short 7th and the par 5s at 8 and 9 provide some respite
before the next major test “Amen corner” (10,
11 and 12) is tackled.
Hole
10 requires a long straight drive and the 11th is a memorable
hole played from an elevated tee over water to a green surrounded
by trees.
The 12th
is a testing dogleg played around trees to the right to a
raised green.The 13th and 14th are birdie chances as the course
winds its way back to the 15th tee where once again the sea
comes
into view.
The homeward run has glorious sea views across the North Bay
towards the Castle before arriving back at the Clubhouse where
a welcome drink awaits. |
