Walton Heath New Course
The New Course at Walton Heath is the quieter sibling that any other club would build its reputation on. Herbert Fowler heathland of the highest order, a par 72 of about 7,015 yards over heather and gorse, it shared the stage when Walton Heath hosted the 2023 AIG Women's Open.
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The verdict
Walton Heath is one of the great heathland addresses in golf, and while the Old Course takes most of the headlines, the New Course is no makeweight. Herbert Fowler created it as nine holes in 1907 and it was extended to a full eighteen by 1913, laid over the same wild, heather clad common high above the Surrey weald.
The New plays firm and fast over sandy soil, with heather framing the fairways and the wind moving freely across the open heath. It has ranked among the top fifty courses in Britain and Ireland for more than a decade, and it took its share of the load when Walton Heath staged the 2023 AIG Women's Open. James Braid was the club professional here for some forty five years, a reminder of how deep the pedigree runs.
Walton Heath New Course at a glance
- Designer
- Herbert Fowler
- Opened
- 1907, extended 1913
- Type
- Heathland
- Par
- 72
- Yardage
- About 7,015 yds
- Green fee
- Indicative GBP 240 (2026)
Designer, opening years, par and yardage verified June 2026 from the club, Wikipedia and leading course rankings. Herbert Fowler laid out the New Course as nine holes in 1907 and it was extended to eighteen in 1913; it plays as a par 72 of about 7,015 yards. Visitor green fees on the Old or New course were last published at around GBP 240 on weekdays in high season; treat this as indicative for 2026. Always confirm the current rate directly before booking.
The holes worth the trip
The New shares the Old's defining quality: rather than water or trees, the hazard is the heather, dense and punishing where it grows close to the line. Off the tee the fairways look generous, but the heath funnels the careless shot into trouble, and the firm sandy turf gives keen, running approaches that ask for precise distance control.
Several holes play across rises and open exposures where the wind is a constant partner, and the greens are subtle and well defended rather than tricked up. It is championship heathland that holds up under tournament conditions yet remains a pleasure for the member and the visiting golfer alike.
Playing the New also unlocks the wider Walton Heath experience, two heathland eighteens of genuine quality on one stretch of common, a rare luxury within easy reach of central London.
How to get on
| What to know | Detail |
|---|---|
| Access | Private members club that welcomes visitors on selected days; arrange through the club in advance |
| Green fee | Indicative around GBP 240 on weekdays in high season for 2026, higher at weekends; always confirm directly |
| Booking | Contact the club office to reserve a visitor tee time; weekday play is easiest to secure |
| On the day | Two championship heathland courses, the Old and the New, plus practice ground and clubhouse |
| Getting there | Walton-on-the-Hill, Surrey, about 30 to 40 minutes from central London by road |
| Best months | April to October, when the heather is at its most striking and the ground runs firm |
Access and pricing verified June 2026; Walton Heath is a private members club that offers visitor times, and green fees are seasonal with weekend premiums. Always confirm current rates, visitor windows and availability directly before booking.
Where to stay nearby
Most visiting golfers stay in the Surrey hills near Reigate and Dorking or push into central London, all an easy drive from the first tee. The surrounding area is rich in country house hotels that suit a heathland golf break.
Walton Heath sits at the heart of the Surrey and Berkshire heathland belt, so it pairs naturally with Sunningdale, Wentworth, St George's Hill and the wider sandbelt. Tell us when you want to play and we will build the trip around it.
Looking for a base? See our recommended hotels and resorts near Walton Heath New Course.
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We arrange the Walton Heath visitor times, pair them with the best of the Surrey and Berkshire heathland, and sort the lodging around your golf. Tell us roughly when and who is travelling and one concierge costs it to the head, with no obligation.
Walton Heath New Course questions
Who designed the Walton Heath New Course?
The New Course was designed by Herbert Fowler. It opened as nine holes in 1907 and was extended to a full eighteen by 1913, on the same Surrey heathland as the Old Course.
What is the par and length of the New Course?
The New Course plays as a par 72 of about 7,015 yards, a heathland layout where the heather is the principal defence.
Did Walton Heath host the Women's Open?
Yes. Walton Heath hosted the 2023 AIG Women's Open, with both the Old and New courses contributing to the championship setup.
Can visitors play Walton Heath?
Yes. Walton Heath is a private members club that welcomes visitors on selected days. Arrange a tee time through the club, and confirm current green fees, which are indicative at around GBP 240 on weekdays in high season for 2026.
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Researched and written by the GolfForKings editorial desk. Designer, opening years, par and yardage verified June 2026; green fees are indicative for 2026 and seasonal. Last reviewed June 2026.