Royal North Devon Golf Club, Golf course in Northam, Devon, Great Britain
Royal North Devon Golf Club is a golf course in Northam, Devon, located on natural terrain near Bideford Bay with a traditional links layout. The holes feature sand dunes and coastal grassland that form the course's playing surfaces.
The course was founded in 1864 by local golf enthusiasts and designed by Scottish golfer Old Tom Morris. It holds the distinction of being England's oldest golf course.
The course shares its space with grazing sheep and wild ponies that roam the common land, creating an unusual setting where wildlife and golf coexist naturally.
Tee times can be reserved through the club's website, with designated time slots for members and separate availability for visitors. Booking in advance helps secure preferred playing times.
Coastal erosion from Storm Eleanor in 2018 damaged part of the seventh green, sparking discussions about relocating certain holes further inland. This challenge reflects how the course adapts to changing environmental conditions.
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