Newbiggin Golf Club

I played this course in 48mph winds on a Sunday afternoon after another week of torrential rain. It had been closed the previous day and on the day I played almost all the clubs in Northumberland were still closed due to being saturated.

I was created by the club pro in the pro shop, which had everything you might need before playing.
The pro was very friendly, I’d arrived early and he moved my tee time forward so that I wouldn’t be behind a four ball as a solo player, which was ideal.

Owing to the incredibly wet winter we’ve had, fairway protection was in place, no mats required, just lift from the fairway and place in the first cut.
Compared to the parkland course I play at twice a week the ground conditions were unreal. Even in the first cut you could hardly tell you were off the fairway. The ground was dry and firm under foot.

Some of the bunkers were full of water, but again, I have to stress there were only a few courses in the county which were open because of how much rain we’d had.

17 out of 18 greens were open with one (very challenging) temp on the 6th. And all were in fantastic condition

Other than occasional water on a couple of fairways, you’d never tell it had been chucking it down all week.

The course itself was a good challenge of golf, with all the features you’d expect from a links course.

My only criticism, is that on some of the holes it wasn’t obvious where the next tee was and which direction you were playing off the tee (because you’re surrounded by gorse and there is fairway in both directions, there are some blind holes on this course too) this is partly my fault, I’ve never played the ‘dunes course’ layout and the GPS app I use has another layout loaded. But It would be easier for visitors if the course layout was printed on the score cards.

Overall a really good experience throughout, a great course which played well, challenging, and great scenery.

I’ll definitely be back.

The course itself has struggled with the unprecedented rainfall this winter, however the main issue was when our group returned to the clubhouse for a coffee and some food.
I was 'greeted' by the lady behind the bar with a "do you want anything as you're loitering" to which I replied I would order a bacon sandwich.
I noted that I was the only one in the clubhouse to order food, and I waited approx 20mins before having to ask where my sandwich was.
I was stared at blankly and a non-committal answer prompted me to ask for a refund, when I was then told "we don't do refunds and it's rung through the till now".
I challenged this and was again told they don't do refunds.
I said I'd waited over 20mins and there were no other customers, and said I wanted my sandwich as I was leaving soon. I was asked whether I wanted it wrapped up, to which I said no, I want it at my table.
It arrived with no apology, and a total lack of interest from the staff member.
I won't be back, and I won't be recommending to my friends.
The caterers are apparently new to the club, and they are going to drive customers and visitors away.
If I could give them negative stars I would. Truly shocking.

This was my second time visiting Newbiggin in winter, and it was even better this time around. The winter layout allows for a full round of 18 on good greens, which were quick and true; not as fast as what they are known for, but some tricky pin placements made up for that and maintained the challenge. The course played brilliantly all the way, owing to well looked after fairways and hazards. Given that the late green fee is only £25, this course is a budget friendly gem for proper links golf in winter, and we’re looking forward to seeing it in even more glory in the summer.

Course was in good constion considering the amount of rainfall we have had. Many other courses closed due to water logged. There was bunkers full of water and some boggy areas but greens where fantastic.
£35 was a bit steep for a winter course that was shortened to a 66 stroke index.
Great welcome by the pro and he moved my 2x2 balls into one 4 ball without me asking .

First time playing here and it was great. The course was in great condition and is a good layout. It was also a bit windy but that just added to the challenge. Definitely will be back in the near future.

Played here as my home course was closed because of heavy overnight rain, the course was in fantastic condition, fairways and greens exceptional, course was busy but everyone was playing at a good pace, everyone was friendly and quite chatty, if you like links golf I would highly recommend playing this course.

Very interesting course with some challenges but good fun to play with fast greens in very good condition, well worth a visit!
The hole layout info on each tee could be better and it’s probably a bit more expensive for a round considering the course facilities.

Played in seniors competition and course was immaculate. Best greens in the north east and some really pretty holes.

I returned to Nebiggin for the first time for 40 years, I loved the return, snow was covering many courses in the area, but the course was in great nick. It won't be 40 years before I am back

First outing of the year on the Spreadeagle Tour. The course was set up in the Dunes configuration and was in very good condition. The Dunes holes par 3s are challenging despite their length, and the par 4 is a worthy stroke index 1.
We’ll be back in a few weeks.

Absolutely love this course and if you hit in decent weather, you’ll struggle to find anything better on it’s day!

Great links course. Holes are all very varied. The greens are really difficult to protect the course on the shorter holes. In almost immaculate condition. Great views of the coast (if you blank out the power station!)
Pace of play was horrendous though. A 4 ball in front of us basically held the whole course up for hours. Some players behind us wouldn’t have got their rounds finished.

Nice to come off clean instead of covered in mud! Greens were hood aswell as fairways
Well done green keepers