Mount Edgecombe Country Club
Mount Edgecombe Country Club sits in the green hills north of Durban with two contrasting eighteens, the older Sid Brews Woods course from 1935 and the 1997 Lakes course. A member focused KwaZulu-Natal club, it welcomes visitors by advance booking.
Photo: Mount Edgecombe Country Club via Google.
The verdict
Mount Edgecombe is one of KwaZulu-Natal's established golf addresses, a country club estate in the sugar cane hills just north of Durban with two full eighteens and a strong tournament history on the local scene. The Woods course, credited to eight time South African Open champion Sid Brews and dating to 1935, is the older and more characterful of the pair.
The Lakes course, opened in 1997 to a design by Douw van der Merwe, brings water more firmly into play and a more modern shape. Together they make Mount Edgecombe a comfortable two round stop on a Durban and north coast golf trip, with mature parkland, subtropical greenery and the easy warmth of the KwaZulu-Natal coast.
Mount Edgecombe Country Club at a glance
- Opened
- 1935 (Woods)
- Designer
- Sid Brews
- Type
- Parkland
- Par
- 70 (Woods)
- Yardage
- About 5,929 yds (Woods)
- Green fee
- By arrangement
Designers, opening years, par and yardage verified June 2026 from Mount Edgecombe Country Club and leading course databases. The Woods course was laid out by Sid Brews in 1935 as a par 70 of about 5,929 yards; the Lakes course is a par 72 opened in 1997 to a Douw van der Merwe design. Visitor green fees are arranged through the club, change by season, and should always be confirmed directly before booking.
The holes worth the trip
The Woods course is the one most visitors come to play, a classic parkland layout that rewards placement over power. At about 5,929 yards it is not long by modern standards, but the tree lined corridors and small, well guarded greens keep the scoring honest and put a premium on a reliable iron game.
Mature trees frame nearly every hole, and the subtropical KwaZulu-Natal vegetation gives the course a lush, enclosed feel. The doglegs ask you to shape the ball both ways off the tee, and the greens, long known for their quality, demand a confident putting stroke.
The Lakes course adds water as the defining hazard, with several holes routed around its namesake lakes and a more open, modern feel. Playing both in a single visit gives a satisfying contrast, the old school precision of the Woods set against the bolder lines of the Lakes.
How to get on
| What to know | Detail |
|---|---|
| Access | Members club; visitors welcome on weekdays and weekends by advance booking, handicap required |
| Green fee | Visitor green fees are arranged through the pro shop and change by season (2026); confirm directly |
| Booking | Reserve ahead through the golf office, particularly on weekends and over holidays |
| On the day | Carts are available; a recognised handicap and standard golf attire are expected |
| Getting there | North of Durban near Umhlanga, about 15 minutes from King Shaka International Airport |
| Best months | April to September for the dry, mild KwaZulu-Natal winter when the coast is at its most comfortable |
Access arrangements verified June 2026; Mount Edgecombe is a members club and policies change, so always confirm directly with the golf office or your trip planner before planning a visit.
Where to stay nearby
Most visiting golfers base themselves in nearby Umhlanga, an upmarket beach suburb on Durban's north coast with excellent hotels, restaurants and a long promenade, all within a short drive of the club. Central Durban is also close and offers a wider choice of lodging.
Mount Edgecombe sits at the start of the KwaZulu-Natal north coast golf trail, so it pairs naturally with Zimbali, Prince's Grant and the other coastal courses heading north. It is an easy anchor for a Durban and north coast golf itinerary.
Looking for a base? See our recommended hotels and resorts near Mount Edgecombe Country Club.
Build a Durban golf trip
We arrange the Mount Edgecombe tee times where access allows, pair them with the best of the KwaZulu-Natal north coast and book the lodging around them. Tell us roughly when and who is travelling and one concierge costs it to the head, with no obligation.
Mount Edgecombe questions
Who designed Mount Edgecombe and when did it open?
The Woods course at Mount Edgecombe was laid out by Sid Brews and opened in 1935, while the Lakes course was designed by Douw van der Merwe and opened in 1997.
What is the par and length of Mount Edgecombe?
The Woods course is a par 70 of about 5,929 yards, a placement focused parkland layout. The Lakes course is a par 72 with water more firmly in play.
Can visitors play Mount Edgecombe?
Yes. Mount Edgecombe is a members club that welcomes visitors on weekdays and weekends by advance booking, with a recognised handicap required.
How much is a round at Mount Edgecombe?
Visitor green fees are arranged through the pro shop and change by season. There is no fixed public rate, so always confirm current fees directly before booking.
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Researched and written by the GolfForKings editorial desk. Designers, opening years, par and yardage verified June 2026; indicative green fees verified June 2026. Last reviewed June 2026.