Good place for beginner in Leeds / Wakefield area?

[rudebhoy]

Mate of mine has just retired and wants to take up golf.

I've suggested he starts with group lessons.

Can anyone recommend a club round that way who have a good set up for beginners?

I know from personal experience up in Newcastle that the standard can vary greatly, so some recommendations would be appreciated.

 

[rudebhoy]

Should have said he lives in Rothwell so South Leeds area preferably.

 

[rulefan]

Roundhay but may be wrong side of Leeds.
City of Wakefield, a decent muni
or Lofthouse Hill

 

[2blue]

Mate of mine has just retired and wants to take up golf.

I've suggested he starts with group lessons.

Can anyone recommend a club round that way who have a good set up for beginners?

I know from personal experience up in Newcastle that the standard can vary greatly, so some recommendations would be appreciated.

Oulton Hall GC is his nearest. 27 holes, Good driving range & instruction, I understand, but there maybe issues with tee times as may have to compete with Hotel guests. Various types of membership are available I understand.

But as he's retired I'd suggest that an easy 30 min drive would get him to either 9 hole, Roundhay Muni. or Wike Ridge GC (Leeds Golf Centre) 18 hole with 12 hole Par 3 facility as well as the most extensive practice & coaching facilities in the area..... perfect for new starters.... especially those on there own.

 

[Lord Tyrion]

I've played at Wike Ridge and the whole set up there is smashing, a great place to start I would say. Apparently this years captain is a top bloke as well ?.

I haven't played at Roundhay but I played a corporate pro am with the pro from there a couple of years ago. Cracking bloke, excellent teacher (he gave a mini lesson beforehand that really helped me), and really understood what the members there needed.

 

[rosecott]

I've played at Wike Ridge and the whole set up there is smashing, a great place to start I would say. Apparently this years captain is a top bloke as well ?.

I haven't played at Roundhay but I played a corporate pro am with the pro from there a couple of years ago. Cracking bloke, excellent teacher (he gave a mini lesson beforehand that really helped me), and really understood what the members there needed.

How much did he pay you to say that?

 

[Lord Tyrion]

How much did he pay you to say that?

It was more of a threat if i didn't ?

 

[rudebhoy]

Thanks for the suggestions. Wike Ridge and Roundhay are the wrong side of Leeds for him, really needs to be South Leeds / Wakefield area.

 

[rosecott]

It was more of a threat if i didn't ?

No, he never turns nasty - at least until he's had at least 12 pints.

 

[Lord Tyrion]

For those local, what is Garforth like? Reviews seem good, location wise looks right.

 

[rulefan]

For those local, what is Garforth like? Reviews seem good, location wise looks right.

Decent parkland members' club. NE of Leeds. Too far from Rothwell I would think.
Wakefield (as opposed to Wakefield City) is a good members' club

 

[2blue]

For those local, what is Garforth like? Reviews seem good, location wise looks right.

2021 for my Captaincy, mate.
Garforth a bit pricey for a first Club... OK in Summer but very boggy in the winter. Garforth Driving Range (nothing to do with the Golf Club) is a great facility nearby for coaching & cheap Clubs etc. He needs an early visit here IMO
As a new starter to the game I'd say Oulton Hall GC https://www.oultonhallhotel.co.uk/golf/membership/ is his best bet. Being retired the Hotel won't impact very much on when he wants to play. Wakefield is not far away but an unnecessary journey I'd say.
EDIT - If he wants a Trad Club then either Garforth, Wakefield (as Rulefan says not City but has a £600 joining fee) or Howley Hall are all 20 mins from Rothwell & would be good, though I think all of them are shut at the moment due to wetness.... Leeds clay!!

 

[The Fader]

Maybe have a look at Scarthingwell GC as another option.

Great value starting rates with Academy membership - http://sgcacademy.apps-1and1.net/get-into-golf/

 

[Wayman]

2021 for my Captaincy, mate.
Garforth a bit pricey for a first Club... OK in Summer but very boggy in the winter. Garforth Driving Range (nothing to do with the Golf Club) is a great facility nearby for coaching & cheap Clubs etc. He needs an early visit here IMO
As a new starter to the game I'd say Oulton Hall GC https://www.oultonhallhotel.co.uk/golf/membership/ is his best bet. Being retired the Hotel won't impact very much on when he wants to play. Wakefield is not far away but an unnecessary journey I'd say.
EDIT - If he wants a Trad Club then either Garforth, Wakefield (as Rulefan says not City but has a £600 joining fee) or Howley Hall are all 20 mins from Rothwell & would be good, though I think all of them are shut at the moment due to wetness.... Leeds clay!!

with you bee captain next year Dave you should get a forum meet going

 

[2blue]

with you bee captain next year Dave you should get a forum meet going

You mean at our place, Craig??

 

[Mel Smooth]

Try the 9 hole course at Woolley. It will be fairly dry up there at the moment.

http://www.woolleyparkgolfclub.co.uk/par3course/

Once it dries up a little there's a great 9 hole course at Willow Valley that's a great place to learn the game. Decent driving range as well. Won't take long to get there from Rothhwell either, straight along the M62.

https://www.wvgc.co.uk/hole-description-for-fountain-ridge/

 

[2blue]

Try the 9 hole course at Woolley. It will be fairly dry up there at the moment.

http://www.woolleyparkgolfclub.co.uk/par3course/

Once it dries up a little there's a great 9 hole course at Willow Valley that's a great place to learn the game. Decent driving range as well. Won't take long to get there from Rothwell either, straight along the M62.

https://www.wvgc.co.uk/hole-description-for-fountain-ridge/

You wish ..... If I say 'Chain-Bar' locals will understand the problem. As will those who listen to daily road-traffic reports as it's mentioned daily & where lorry drives take their wagons to burn-out.
I won't go anywhere near it in the day-time.
BUT, yes...... Woolley Park GC down the M1 is yet another Wakefield/S. Leeds course to consider.
Rudie..... I hope you let us know where he goes finally & how it works out... interested.

 

[Mel Smooth]

Decent parkland members' club. NE of Leeds. Too far from Rothwell I would think.
Wakefield (as opposed to Wakefield City) is a good members' club

Wakefield is a great club, great course as well. Only played there once but was very impressed.

 

[Mel Smooth]

You wish ..... If I say 'Chain-Bar' locals will understand the problem. As will those who listen to daily road-traffic reports as it's mentioned daily & where lorry drives take their wagons to burn-out.
I won't go anywhere near it in the day-time.
BUT, yes...... Woolley Park GC down the M1 is yet another Wakefield/S. Leeds course to consider.
Rudie..... I hope you let us know where he goes finally & how it works out... interested.

Grew up in WF14 mate, 48 years, I'm pretty familiar with chain bar and the pitfalls of the M62.

It's one of the reasons I sacked the UK off and moved to another country.

 

[rudebhoy]

You wish ..... If I say 'Chain-Bar' locals will understand the problem. As will those who listen to daily road-traffic reports as it's mentioned daily & where lorry drives take their wagons to burn-out.
I won't go anywhere near it in the day-time.
BUT, yes...... Woolley Park GC down the M1 is yet another Wakefield/S. Leeds course to consider.
Rudie..... I hope you let us know where he goes finally & how it works out... interested.

Will do. I have suggested he joins the forum so hopefully he will be able to tell you that himself in due course