Royal Worlington and Newmarket Golf Club

Royal Worlington and Newmarket Golf Club is a renowned nine-hole course located in Worlington, Suffolk, England, and serves as the home course of Cambridge University. Built on gently undulating sandy-based soil with excellent drainage, the course is widely regarded as one of the finest nine-hole layouts in the world. The course regularly appears in top 100 golf course rankings in various publications, with notable golf authorities including Herbert Warren Wind calling it "far and away the best nine-hole course in the world" and Bernard Darwin naming it as the best inland course without hesitation. The course's design takes advantage of its natural terrain and sandy foundation, creating a challenging yet playable experience across its compact nine holes. Royal Worlington's reputation extends beyond its physical layout to its historical significance as an important venue for Cambridge University golf, establishing it as a prestigious destination for serious golfers seeking an exceptional nine-hole experience.