Littlehampton Golf Club Official Brochure 2026 - 2027
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Littlehampton Golf Club was founded in 1889, and is the only Links golf course in West Sussex and was recently described in Golf News as ‘Sussex’s Hidden Gem of a Links’.
The 18-hole par 70 course is never the same from one day to the next as the changing wind conditions make each hole set up differently from round to round.
WELCOME
However, one consistent feature is the quality of the course together with the stunning views of the sea and of the historic and beautiful South Downs.
Our aim is that members and visitors enjoy a memorable golf experience and whether you are looking for golf membership, a society golf venue or function hire, Littlehampton Golf Club is the perfect location. We look forward to welcoming you in the near future.
In 2019 the Golf Club was voted as the 12th Best Course in Sussex, something we are very proud of and excited about improving upon in years to come.
At a meeting held at the Terminus Hotel, Littlehampton on 16th February 1889, around 25 members enrolled themselves and the Club was formed.
In the early days the only direct route from Littlehampton Town to the Club Room and first tee was by ferry across the River Arun. This remained the sole access route until Henry, 15th Duke of Norfolk, opened the Swing Bridge on 7th August 1908.
HISTORY
Two local boatmen, ’Jimmy’ and ’Peachey’ had their very own rowing boat ferry that operated from Pier Road to the Golf Club, charging one penny single and tuppence return- somewhat cheaper than the toll over the Swing Bridge.
It must have been arduous rowing the clinker-built boat across England`s second fastest flowing river with fourteen passengers, six aside and two in the bows.
The original course consisted of nine holes but in 1893 it was decided to turn it into 18 holes. It consisted of an enjoyable, but tricky, outward half played amongst the sand hills. The inward half was considerably improved by taking on fresh ground and the existing holes were lengthened and the bunkering tightened up by Messrs Hawtree and JH Taylor Ltd. It was quoted that even though two or three holes near the finish lie in marshland, there is not a weak or commonplace hole in the round.
On the Sussex coast we find many seaside resorts, some large and well known, and some smaller ones like Littlehampton which remain more delightful in their naturalness. Here we find a place of wide-open spaces, woods, river and harbour, and a vast expanse of golden sands.
It was from the top of the steps to the previous Clubhouse that an entrancing panorama of shingle, sand and sea could
be viewed. Nowadays, the old Clubhouse is no more, but views of such can still be seen from many of the tees along the holes which border the sand dunes.
With the outbreak of the Second World War, we became very much an invasion coast and, along with many other courses, Littlehampton bore the scars of war. To get the links back into playing order after the War, over 400 concrete blocks had to be removed, tank and lorry
ruts filled and made smooth, greens re-laid and a military road made into the fairway removed.
The par remains at 70, but if anyone thinks that this course will give you a flattering score, they should consult the honours boards in the Clubhouse. Tragically, these and so much archive material was lost when the previous Clubhouse was destroyed by fire on the fateful day of 18th June 1985.
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COURSE TOUR (HOLE BY HOLE)
HOLE 1
A formidable opening hole which can play deceptively long when played into the wind. Two deep bunkers short of the putting surface demand an accurate approach to a long green, which can prove harder to hit due to the sloping surrounds.
HOLE 2
Hold the fairway and you are left with a direct route to the green. Judging the approach will require good distance control particularly in a crosswind as the hole runs parallel to the shoreline.
HOLE 3
An extremely challenging short hole for all standards of play. Greenside bunkers left and right swallow even the slightest miss-hit and a par here is highly regarded.
HOLE 4
The longest hole on the course, the 4th is marshalled by a series of bunkers along the right-hand side. A solid par five off the back tees, it demands an accurate third to a fairly shallow green.
HOLE 5
Turning back southwards, another par five somewhat shorter in length, with a gentle dogleg to the right. Avoid the Rife along the right side of this hole and whilst the bigger hitter can reach in two, a sloping green ensures they still have to work hard for a birdie.
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COURSE TOUR
HOLE 6
The second of five par threes at Littlehampton, the sixth requires both accuracy and distance control. Come up short and you will encounter a raised green, go too long and you may be left with a tricky downhill chip or putt. Bunkers on both sides can also snare seemingly good tee shots.
HOLE 7
Avoid the imposing fairway bunker off the tee and you should be left with a straight forward approach to the green. Take a brief moment to enjoy views across Clymping beach, the English Channel and the famous South Downs away in the distance.
HOLE 8
A delightful par three, the longest on the golf course, demanding a crisply struck tee shot. Don’t relax when you do find the
apparent safety of the putting surface, as this is a notoriously tricky green on which to hole a putt.
HOLE 9
With the wind off the beach, avoiding the bunker on the right off the tee is paramount here if you are to have a comfortable shot in to another well-guarded green.
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HOLE 10
The tenth hole approaches the furthest point from our Clubhouse with Out of Bounds running along the left-hand side. Find the fairway and avoid the greenside bunker, and this can yield a good birdie opportunity.
HOLE 11
A short par three where, if you miss the target, you will face a testing up and down from the hollows, or from one of three awaiting greenside bunkers.
HOLE 12
Now turn for the long march home, and you are about to be severely tested. A good drive is required to miss the bunker on the right. A long par four for the men, with a rolling green, a par here is very welcome.
HOLE 13
A good drive down the left of fairway leaves the ideal approach route into number thirteen. Though by no means a long hole, many a golfer can succumb to
a well-placed pin position on the top level of another very challenging green.
HOLE 14
Finding the fairway is of enormous benefit here, where you will require a precise second to a long green. The positioning of the bunker in the middle of the fairway can cause many to come up short, and if that does not get you, there are two more well placed bunkers waiting at greenside.
COURSE TOUR
HOLE 15
An excellent opportunity to pick up shots presents itself on this short par four, but so too does the chance to derail a good round. Big hitting can get you very near to the green, but go left off the tee and the bunkers and out of bounds are in play, go too far right and the Rife offers a watery grave.
HOLE 16
Miss the short sixteenth and you are most likely to find one of five bunkers. Worse still, the Rife runs in front of the green and the nearby road and out of bounds on the left can enter your mind as you glimpse the sanctuary of the Clubhouse.
HOLE 17
A real birdie chance for the better player, but into wind this hole can prove a drastically different proposition. Coming in from the left with your second offers
the greater angle as you can play away from the three greenside bunkers.
HOLE 18
A fitting eighteenth hole where anything is possible and the right-hand side fairway bunkers need to be respected. An accurate approach is required to hit the final green, the longest on the golf course. Miss the target and you will need to work hard to get up and down, often watched by the inhabitants of the imposing triple aspect Clubhouse.
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We very much welcome Society golfers to Littlehampton to experience the warm, friendly atmosphere and the challenges of playing a fine links golf course.
Individual Society packages can be tailored to suit your requirements. We have much to offer with spacious locker rooms, a choice of both formal and informal lounges, and superb bars and catering facilities to ensure your day is
SOCIETIES
both memorable and enjoyable. Please view our current society menu choices and prices.
The minimum number for a Society booking is just 16 people and the format of play is up to you, be it two, three or fourballs, although please be aware that Texas Scrambles are not permitted owing to concentrated wear of the course. For society bookings of 24 or more we offer a voucher for a complimentary round of golf for four people that can be used at a later date.
Smart/Casual dress may be worn in the Main bar at all times. Visitors are requested to shower and/or change after play, except when having a meal between rounds of golf.
CONTACT ASHLEY ON 01903 717 170 EXT. 230 to discuss your needs, and we shall be pleased to check availability and prices for you.
The club offers differing levels of membership which are suited to all ages and abilities, including our new Flexible Membership. If you struggle to find the time play golf, this membership category ensures that there are no wasted or unused subscriptions.
Littlehampton Golf Club has reciprocal arrangements with many other magnificent Golf Clubs.
MEMBERSHIP
This allows our Full & Intermediate category members the opportunity to play these courses free of charge, subject to prior arrangement. Reciprocal visits between clubs are restricted to a maximum of one fourball per week.
Bookings should be made a minimum of seven days in advance via the LGC Club Shop and not directly with the reciprocal club.
► BRAMLEY GOLF CLUB
► CROHAM HURST GOLF CLUB
► THE DYKE GOLF CLUB
► EPSOM GOLF CLUB
► LANGLEY PARK GOLF CLUB
► PETERSFIELD GOLF CLUB
► SEAFORD GOLF CLUB
► WATERLOOVILLE GOLF CLUB
► WOODCOTE GOLF CLUB
► HOCKLEY GOLF CLUB
► GUILDFORD GOLF CLUB
► ROYAL WINCHESTER GOLF CLUB
► FARNHAM GOLF CLUB (REDUCED GREEN FEE)
► SWEETWOODS GOLF CLUB
► SHANKLIN & SANDOWN GOLF CLUB
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FLEXIBLE MEMBERSHIP
Credit Matrix
The matrix opposite indicates how many credits you will use depending on the time of day you play. ► You receive 1000 credits when you join.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE GENERAL MANAGER ON 01903 717 170 EXT. 7
Time 4 Golf Flexible Membership
Play in all Competitions & Home Club Matches (Subject to being selected)
Hold a valid Handicap (Golf Union Fees apply)
Bring Guests at the discounted rate
Bar Discount - Up to 10% off your drinks
Social Membership - enjoy numerous events and members evenings
Apply for a County Card - Through the Union, fees apply
Use the Reciprocal Scheme ► Full membership only
Begin play without checking in first ► No part rounds.
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GREEN FEES
Green Fees are not permitted before 09:00 on all weekdays. Between April 1st and September 30th, we have a member’s only tee time of 13:00 – 14:00. During the winter period (October – March) the member’s only tee time changes to 12:00 – 13:00.
Please note that the golf course is challenging and a reasonable level of ability is required to enjoy its design and presentation.
Want to hit the ball further?
Wish you’d find the centre of the clubface more regularly?
Frustrated at a lack of fairways hit off the tee? Whatever you want from your golf game, having clubs that are matched to your swing will go a long way in helping you achieve it.
CUSTOM FITTING
WHAT IS CUSTOM FITTING?
There’s no one size fits all when it comes to golf equipment.
We appreciate it can be tempting to search for bargains online to save some money, but is that going to give you the best chance to improve?
Usually, when someone speaks to us about upgrading their equipment it’s because they’re unhappy with what
they’re currently using. In other words, they’re not hitting it how they’d like to or they’ve lost confidence. This is when we will make a huge impact on your game.
We’d encourage you to speak to any of your friends who have had a custom fitting with us and ask them about their experience.
Through our extensive training and professional knowledge, we’ll take you
on a journey to find the best-suited clubs for your swing. Once we’ve narrowed down the options together and you’ve identified the club(s) that gives you greatest performance, you’ll walk away full of confidence that you’re making the right choice.
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CUSTOM FITTING
IF THIS SOUNDS LIKE SOMETHING YOU’D LIKE TO TRY, GET IN TOUCH AND WE’LL GET BACK TO YOU WITHIN A FEW DAYS.
WHY
CUSTOM
FITTING?
Clubs matched to your swing
Improved accuracy and distance
Bad shots are improved
More value from your investment
Greater confidence
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Golf coaching is all about you and what you want to get out of your game. We pride ourselves on being good listeners and aim to provide the best possible professional advice, whilst ensuring each lesson is tailored and enjoyable for the golfer.
WHY COACHING?
We’re passionate about helping you play better golf. Every golfer enjoys the game more when they’re hitting good shots and playing well. This is our mission for you.
TUITION
Think back to your last few rounds and try to pinpoint an area that cost you shots… Maybe, you had too many three-putts as a result of poor distance control? Or did you miss too many fairways to the right meaning you had to chip out sideways? It could be that you play well in practice rounds with your friends but struggle to replicate that in competitions? Through our experiences in the game and our PGA education, we appreciate that every golfer is different. That’s why we offer a range of lessons and packages to suit everyone.
LESSONS WILL COVER: Golf Fundamentals
Swing Basics
Short Game
Long Game
Course Management
CONTACT STEVE FENN
HEAD PGA PROFESSIONAL 01903 717 170 steve.fenn@foremostgolf.com
PRACTICE FACILITIES
Our aim is to enhance your experience at this great Golf Club, we have a newly refurbished swing studio with SkyTrak launch monitor catering for your Custom Fit needs and a fresh new shop stocking top brands to ensure you leave with equipment that is right for you.
For your improvement we offer a high level, competent coaching experience with bespoke programmes to fit your needs. All the PGA Staff are here to help and offer advice to the best of our ability.
CONTACT STEVE FENN HEAD PGA PROFESSIONAL 01903 717 170
steve.fenn@foremostgolf.com
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Built in 1986 to replace the previous Clubhouse that was lost to fire, Littlehampton Golf Club now has a splendid environment in which to welcome the golfer to the sanctuary of the 19th hole.
THE CLUBHOUSE
We have both formal and informal bars, stocked with a wide range of wines, spirits, beers and non-alcoholic beverages served by our friendly and welcoming staff.
The bar and restaurant lead out to a balcony, extending the whole length of the clubhouse and providing a great place to enjoy drinks and spectacular views across the course, the River Arun and the world-famous South Downs.
Our superb restaurant offers a wide and varied menu from light snacks to three course meals.
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT OUR RESTAURANT 01903 717 170
We can host special functions, formal dinners or post-match celebrations and prize giving’s. It also provides full breakfasts and pre-golf match snacks. Our Caterers offer a complete range of services to meet your needs. and the bar and restaurant areas also benefit from free wi-fi.
FUNCTIONS
The Clubhouse also has an excellent snooker room with two high quality tables for member use and a large and versatile meeting room that can be used for formal meetings or other events such as bridge and indoor bowls.
Whatever your needs, be it group events, members private functions or individual requirements, you are sure to enjoy the splendour of welcoming facilities.
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT OUR RESTAURANT 01903 717 170
SAFEGOLF
Littlehampton Golf Club, the oldest course in Sussex and the only Links Course in West Sussex has just received the SafeGolf, demonstrating the clubs commitment to safeguarding children and young people, as well as adults in risk in the sport of golf.
General Manager; Gary Oatham said:
“Littlehampton is a great club, it’s very friendly, welcoming and forward-thinking.
This award helps us to spread that message and to tell people that children are safe and secure here and that we understand about beginner golfers.”
The SafeGolf is a partnership of UK golf bodies committed to promoting a safe and positive environment for all those participating, working and volunteering in the sport of golf.
The SafeGolf partnership consists of members from the golfing bodies across Great Britain & Ireland and has been established to help golf respond to the issue of child protection in sport. Its mission is to safeguard the welfare of children and young people, as well as adults at risk, in the sport of golf.
SafeGolf is firstly, a website –www.safegolf.org – through which anyone with a concern about the
welfare of a player, or the behaviour or practice of a coach, volunteer, organiser, parent or a player, can contact the lead safeguarding officer at their national governing body.
Secondly, it is the safeguarding standard England Golf will promote to all their affiliated clubs to ensure all clubs provide a safe and positive experience to children and young people whilst playing golf.
The PGA are also using the standards to apply to all their PGA professional Coaches.
HOW TO FIND AND CONTACT US
FIND US
Littlehampton Golf Club 170 Rope Walk, Riverside West
Littlehampton, BN17 5DL
CONTACT US 01903 717 170 manager@littlehamptongolf.co.uk www.littlehamptongolf.co.uk
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