Foxhills Bernard Hunt
Fred Hawtree laid out the Bernard Hunt Course at Foxhills in 1975, a par 73 of 6,864 yards rolling through mature Surrey woodland near Ottershaw. The original and longer of the resort's two championship courses, named for the Ryder Cup player and one time Foxhills professional, it is a tree lined parkland test with five par 5s and a real premium on straight driving.
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The verdict
Foxhills is one of the established golf and country club resorts of the Surrey commuter belt, and the Bernard Hunt is its flagship. Fred Hawtree designed it in 1975, threading a generous par 73 through the mature trees of the estate, and it has long been a popular venue for societies, corporate days and resort guests looking for a full, satisfying parkland round close to London.
At nearly 6,900 yards it is the longer of the two courses here, and the length is real: tall trees frame the fairways, the doglegs ask you to shape the ball, and the five par 5s offer scoring chances to the player who can drive it straight and long. It is a fair, honest test rather than a tricked up one, and paired with the resort's hotel, spa and second course it makes an easy and enjoyable base for a Surrey golf break.
Foxhills Bernard Hunt Course at a glance
- Opened
- 1975
- Designer
- Fred Hawtree
- Type
- Parkland
- Par
- 73
- Yardage
- 6,864 yds
- Green fee
- Resort rate
Designer, opening year, par and yardage verified June 2026 from Foxhills and leading course databases. The Bernard Hunt Course was designed by Fred Hawtree and opened in 1975, a par 73 of 6,864 yards. Foxhills welcomes visiting golfers and resort guests; green fees vary by course, season and day (indicative, 2026), so always confirm the current rate directly before booking.
The holes worth the trip
The Bernard Hunt is defined by its trees. Hawtree routed it so that almost every tee shot is framed by woodland, and accuracy off the tee counts for more than raw distance, with the heavier trouble waiting just off the fairway for the wayward drive.
The five par 5s are the scoring opportunities, reachable or nearly so for the longer hitter who finds the short grass, but each demands a committed second to a green that is well protected. The par 3s vary in length and direction and ask for honest iron play, and the closing holes keep the pressure on as you work back toward the clubhouse.
It is a course that gives you a chance to score if you drive it well and punishes you steadily if you do not. That balance, plus the comfort and facilities of the resort around it, is why the Bernard Hunt has been a Surrey favorite for golf days and breaks for half a century.
How to get on
| What to know | Detail |
|---|---|
| Access | Resort and country club that welcomes visiting golfers, societies and hotel guests; advance booking through the resort is recommended |
| Green fee | Indicative visitor green fees in the region of 60 to 120 pounds depending on course, season and day (2026); always confirm directly before booking |
| Booking | Reserve through the Foxhills golf office or your trip planner ahead of weekend and society play |
| On the day | Smart golf dress on course and in the clubhouse; trolleys and buggies available; the parkland walk is comfortable |
| Getting there | Ottershaw in Surrey, close to the M25 and M3 and about 40 minutes southwest of London |
| Best months | May to September for the firmest fairways and the fullest woodland setting |
Access and fee details verified June 2026; rates change by season and day, so always confirm directly with the club or your trip planner before booking.
Where to stay nearby
Foxhills is a stay and play resort with its own hotel, spa and dining, which makes it a natural base for a Surrey golf break rather than just a day's round, and the second course gives you two full days of golf on site.
From Ottershaw the great Surrey heathland is within easy reach, so a strong itinerary can pair the Bernard Hunt with the heather and pine of West Hill and the polished parkland of The Wisley nearby.
Looking for a base? See our recommended hotels and resorts at and near Foxhills.
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Foxhills Bernard Hunt Course questions
Who designed the Bernard Hunt Course at Foxhills and when did it open?
The Bernard Hunt Course was designed by Fred Hawtree and opened in 1975, the original of the two championship courses at the Foxhills resort.
What is the par and length of the Foxhills Bernard Hunt Course?
The Bernard Hunt is a par 73 of 6,864 yards, the longer of the two Foxhills courses, with five par 5s offering birdie chances.
Can visitors play the Foxhills Bernard Hunt Course?
Yes. Foxhills is a resort and country club that welcomes visiting golfers and hotel guests; book in advance and confirm the current rate before you travel.
Where is Foxhills?
Foxhills is at Ottershaw in Surrey, England, close to the M25 and the M3 and about 40 minutes southwest of London.
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Researched and written by the GolfForKings editorial desk. Designer, opening year, par and yardage verified June 2026; indicative green fees verified June 2026. Last reviewed June 2026.