Aberdare Golf Club (Welsh: Clwb Golff Aberdar) is a golf club based just outside Aberdare at Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales.[1] It was founded in 1921 as a parkland course at Abernant, about a mile from Aberdare and is an 18-hole golf course famous for its mature oak trees. Dai Rees, who was former Ryder Cup Captain is a member and who started his career at the club as an Assistant Professional at the age of 16.[2] The course, in summer months, plays as a Par 69 consisting of 3 par 5's, 9 par 4's and 6 par 3 's.
| Club information | |
|---|---|
  Aberdare Golf Club within Wales | |
| Coordinates | 51°43′11″N 3°25′43″W / 51.71981°N 3.428695°W |
| Location | Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales |
| Established | 1921 |
| Type | Golf Club |
| Total holes | 18 |
| Website | aberdaregolfclub.co.uk |
| Length | White Block - 5875 yards |
| Length | Yellow Block - 5767 yards |
| Length | Red Block - 5189 yards |
The club is open to both members and visitors and also welcomes society days.
Practice green: Yes
Practice nets: Yes
References
edit- ^ Welsh Golf Corses.com website; recalled 03 March 2014.
- ^ Walesonline website; accessed 11 04 2014
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