Moseley Golf Club epitomizes the essence of a premium city centre golf club. Nestled in the heart of the city, Moseley offers a unique and memorable experience.
As you approach, the bustling urban environment transforms into a tranquil oasis on the fairways, making it a delightful discovery for first-time visitors who will also appreciate the club’s warm camaraderie and rich history.
Established in 1892, Moseley Golf Club boasts a course designed by the renowned Harry Colt in the 1920s, which has remained largely unchanged. The club frequently hosts England Golf Championship events and various professional tournaments, highlighting the exceptional quality of its course year-round, particularly its fast, undulating greens.
From the first tee, the promise of quality golf is evident and only grows as you progress. The course features mature, gently rolling terrain, a mix of tree-lined areas and open spaces, and streams and water hazards that enhance its beauty. The meticulously maintained greens are highly regarded locally, presenting a significant challenge to one’s short game.
A reassuring indication of quality golf as you step onto the first tee then, what comes next only goes on to confirm things even further.
This mature and gently undulating course is part tree-lined, part open with crossing streams and other water features with putting surfaces protected by traps and ingenious banking and run off areas. The speedy and contoured greens themselves are hugely well renowned in the local area and a big reason for the high profile that Moseley enjoys, altogether this is a good a test of your short game skills as you will find anywhere.
Players will encounter a variety of visually striking holes that test their skills. The opening hole is a generous par four that transitions into a demanding uphill second, with out-of-bounds lurking on the left.
The first two par threes, located at holes four and six, flank the signature hole, each providing formidable challenges: the former tests length, while the latter offers one of the most rigorous putting challenges on the course.
After nine holes, players conveniently return towards the clubhouse before embarking on the final stretch. The approach shots on holes ten and eleven are particularly demanding due to strategically placed bunkers and picturesque banking. The closing stretch features diverse par fours, offering scoring opportunities, though significant distance is required at holes 13 and 16.
The final hole, a straightforward yet short par five, offers a chance to finish your round with a sense of accomplishment, provided you skillfully navigate the six bunkers that guard it.
Mike’s Pick – Hole 5, 424 yards, Par 4
The 5th hole, with a stroke index of one, is a favourite for many and is hard to overlook. Players often find themselves surprised as they transition from the par three fourth green to face the daunting lakeside tee shot (above.) The challenge begins with a significant carry over the lake to reach dry land, followed by a 90-degree dogleg left towards a right-to-left sloping green, surrounded by tactical fairway and deep greenside bunkers.
Playing it safe requires a straight line over the water, while those attempting the ‘Tiger line’ with a slight fade or draw over the treeline will benefit from a significantly shorter approach. This hole exemplifies the risk-reward dynamic that Moseley Golf Club is known for.
The clubhouse, with its large white bay windows and two overlooking balconies, offers a panoramic view of the course. It features an expansive patio area surrounded by beautiful flower beds, perfect for summer enjoyment.
Our well-balanced team, including Director of Golf and Head Professional Michael Bayliss, F&B Manager Owain, Head Chef Rowan, and Administrator Jon, ensures a high level of customer service and satisfaction. Moseley Golf Club is dedicated to providing an unforgettable experience for both members and visitors.
Captain’s away days and society packages are readily available for booking at Moseley Golf Club, and we wholeheartedly recommend them
Phone no– 0121 444 4957
