Carden park Nicklaus Course

[LordSunnyhurst]

Hi ,

I understand that over the course of this year, a significant amount of money was spend by the (new)?? owners of on the Nicklaus Course to resolve the issues around drainage (I believe that when wet this course is renowned for getting very boggy and muddy)

Has anybody played here since and can comment on this ? i.e - Has it indeed improved ?

It will make a difference for me in terms of decising to join the club or not ...

Thanks !!!

 

[AuburnWarrior]

Hi ,

I understand that over the course of this year, a significant amount of money was spend by the (new)?? owners of on the Nicklaus Course to resolve the issues around drainage (I believe that when wet this course is renowned for getting very boggy and muddy)

Has anybody played here since and can comment on this ? i.e - Has it indeed improved ?

It will make a difference for me in terms of decising to join the club or not ...

Thanks !!!

Surely if you're thinking of joining then you'll play the course beforehand and ask these questions whilst you're at the course???

 

[LordSunnyhurst]

Indeed I would and in fact have , but not recently and not when it was wet... Paying out £45+ to go and play when it is wet is not something that i like to do...And hence the reason I wanted ask if there is anybody who can tell me more...

 

[intherough]

Hi,
I played early this year and I wasn't impressed by the course, however I did notice drainage work being done one the 2nd. I think the course needs to mature for a nunber of years.
I thought the other course (can't remember name) was great especially when you got on the back nine. If this course was part of your membership then I'd join no problem.

 

[LordSunnyhurst]

Thanks for the post - The course you can't remember is the Cheshire course. ( And I agree it is great) It would indeed be both courses including in the membership. However I would be paying double for what i pay now (per month)and so I need to decide very carefully

 

[HomerJSimpson]

If I was interested in joining a club I'd be getting in touch with them and ask to be shown around and see if you can get a complimentary round or nine holes. Given the recent weather you'll soon be able to tell if the work being done has helped the drainage

 

[thecraw]

As homer says, give them a call and explain what you told us, your concerns about drainage, value for money etc.

In the current economic climate I would be surprised if they dont roll out the red carpet for you, well at least a round or a reduced rate/day pass!

 

[didsbury_duffer]

Is Carden Park a proper members course, or is it generally one of those 'corporate' jobbies? If the latter, I'd recommend that you do a lot of research before you join. I know that a large number of clubs are feeling the pinch, but I believe that some of the corporate courses are definitely struggling in the current financial climate, and you don't want to spend your hard-earned dosh on joining a course where sheep may be grazing in 6 months time.

 

[justhitthething]

I too was looking for a new club this year as I have moved into the area. I tried Carden Park. Less than impressed with the Nicklaus and the beer and food costs were horrific. Best locker room ive ever been in.
Ive joined Vicars Cross. Run by the members for the members. Super course, excellent members, very very welcoming and very well organised comps. Locker rooms arent as good, but beats Carden in all other areas, and half the price.
Absolutely certain i made the right decision.

 

[HomerJSimpson]

Not sure a plush locker room is too high up in my list of priorities

 

[RGDave]

I can report that Carden is in good shape, I've not been there in ages, but I know folk that have, and they haven't complained (it's popular).

However, is it not a "horrible" proprietary course where visitors take preference over members and you might never got on or get moved onto another course at the drop of a hat???

I'd always go for a private members club myself.....

Just my opinion. I'd rather join Vicar's Cross or Upton to be honest.

 

[justhitthething]

Not sure a plush locker room is too high up in my list of priorities

sorry Homer, irony doesnt come over well in print. Of course you are correct. That said, a sauna and sky tv is a bit special.

 

[Fyldewhite]

Not been myself but the feedback from many of our members who have (on the Sunday Driver type deals) has been exactly as you say. One good course and one that's OK but wet in winter.

As a package (golf, gym, sauna, pool etc) hotel courses can offer reasonable value for money <u>if</u> you <u>use</u> all the facilities on offer rather than just see them as 'nice to have' but only use them occasionally. But remember they are there to make a profit and the members are usually well down the list of priorities. For me they are not and never will be a "proper" club run for and by the members but it depends on everyones circumstances and what you want out of it for the money.