Turkey Shoot

Ellesmere Golf Club

Worsley, Greater Manchester, England

Ellesmere Golf Club is an 18-hole course with a par of 70, stretching to 6,229 yards from the White tees. The layout alternates between nine holes outward (par 35) and nine returning (par 35), featuring a mix of par 3s, 4s, and 5s that demand varied shot-making. The course presents a challenging test with several defining characteristics. Water hazards and streams feature prominently, particularly on holes like the opening par 3, where a stream crosses between tee and green, and the closing hole where water guards the front. Bunkers strategically protect greens and fairways throughout, notably on the second hole with bunkers at 245 yards and flanking the green. Key holes include the Pylon (8th), described as a tough stroke-2 par 4 that many members play as a 5, and the Camp (11th), the course's stroke-1 hole with a stream threatening the green. The Oakwood (15th) represents a signature hole requiring precision with out-of-bounds right and water left. The course employs multiple tee sets, with slope ratings of 121 from the White tees and 119 from the Yellow, ensuring appropriate challenge levels. The design incorporates natural features including ditches, hollows, and lateral hazards that demand both aggressive play and strategic restraint depending on conditions.