Brighton & Hove Golf Club

In Brighton and Hove Golf Club we experienced the very best of British golf culture and hospitality in a memorable afternoon which we will remember always. We visited Brighton and Hove Golf Club on a windy afternoon in September. Before even getting there, we already had a wonderful interaction with Lindsay and Brad, who were extremely sweet and accommodating. On the day, we received a welcoming which was more friendly, sincere, and warm than at any other golf course we have ever visited before. At this course with a history of over 130 years, with breathtaking views, in the homeland of Golf, the very essence of sportsmanship and hospitality which make the sport special were front and center in every single interaction we had with the staff and members. Please understand that from the perspective of a tourist couple who have only played golf a number of months, this was wholly unexpected and moved us deeply. There was not a whiff of distance or a sense of superiority which are unfortunately so common at so many other golf courses around the world. No. Here, we were welcomed with smiles, offered clubs for hire, offered explanations and tips, offered every possible friendly gesture. I cannot begin to express what it meant to us to be welcomed so warmly by such an institution as Brighton and Hove Golf Club. The members which we met - one of whom a semi professional golfer in his youth - were nothing but friendly, warm and welcoming. What fantastic, outstanding individuals. We played a lovely round of golf, helped by the tips shared by staff and members. We had an absolute blast! What a thrill. We will remember it always. Upon leaving, we were greeted by Martin, another absolutely excellent employee and exemplary person - a true paragon of golf sportsmanship. He was beyond generous when seeing us off and made us feel truly welcome. He set us up with a tee time the next day. It was truly a perfect finish to a perfect day, at the best golf course we have ever been at. While we weren’t able to make our tee time the next day (Sorry, Martin!) we are looking forward to coming here again. A true, honest 10/10 experience. I couldn’t recommend it more. Book a tee time early and come prepared for an unforgettable round of golf at the golf course which has kept the tradition alive for literally hundreds of years. I wish them 1000 more years of only the very best.

A great test of golf as the course rarely plays the same two days running. It may be a 9 hole course but will give you a real test of your skill & if you play a little wayward you will be punished. If you can play & score well here you'll find other courses are a lot easier. The club members are friendly & there is no atmosphere of class distinction. I like it so much, I've become a member even though I've left a lot of balls in the rough & trees. If you want a challenge give it s go.

Thank you for this wonderful day. Best day of golf of our trip through Sussex. A golf course so beautiful, wonderful view, wind and weather, a form of meditation. No rush, no show, just rest and the core essence of golf. If I lived here, it would definitely be my golf course. Thanks to wonderful hosts. We are looking forward to meet you again. The 3 Germans