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The Lakes Course at Potters Resorts Five Lakes Golf Club is one of the finest golf courses in Essex. Designed by European Tour legend Neil Coles, this 18-hole course guarantees to be a golfing experience to remember.

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About The Course

The Lakes Golf Course, one of the most popular in Essex, has hosted the prestigious Nick Faldo Challenge as well as regional PGA events over the years.

The course is kept in superb condition all year round and offers a variety of golfing challenges. The gentle undulation of the course makes walking easy and the architecture combines lakes, well placed bunkers, mature and new trees with hedgerows.

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This 6,267 yard course (measured from the Silver tees) will put your skills to the test, requiring long drives and accurate approaches. As the name suggests, you will get to enjoy glorious views of our lakes and wildlife as you complete this stunning par 72 course in the scenic Essex countryside.

The Lakes Course at Potters Resorts Five Lakes is one of the finest golf courses in Essex and is sure to delight. Designed by European Tour legend Neil Coles, this 18-hole course guarantees to be a golfing experience to remember that you will want to enjoy again and again.

Gold Tees – 6,734 Yards

Silver Tees – 6,267 Yards

Bronze Tees – 5,725 Yards

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Hole	Gold	Par	SI	Green	Par	SI	Bronze	Par	SI	Silver	Par	SI
1	397	4	7	397	4	7	346	4	7	372	4	7
2	173	3	11	173	3	11	126	3	11	157	3	11
3	491	5	13	491	5	13	438	4	13	468	5	13
4	440	4	1	440	4	1	375	4	1	409	4	1
5	402	4	9	402	4	9	324	4	9	363	4	9
6	363	4	15	363	4	15	297	4	15	328	4	15
7	191	3	17	155	3	17	123	3	17	155	3	17
8	424	4	5	424	4	5	378	4	5	403	4	5
9	444	4	3	444	4	3	370	4	3	422	4	3
	3325	35	OUT	3289	35	OUT	2777	34	OUT	3077	35	OUT
10	313	4	18	313	4	18	279	4	18	288	4	18
11	370	4	6	370	4	6	325	4	6	350	4	6
12	504	5	10	504	5	10	437	4	10	483	5	10
13	182	3	14	159	3	14	134	3	14	159	3	14
14	436	4	4	436	4	4	390	4	4	414	4	4
15	564	5	2	564	5	2	461	5	2	527	5	2
16	397	4	8	397	4	8	353	4	8	382	4	8
17	176	3	12	176	3	12	126	3	12	155	3	12
18	500	5	16	500	5	16	443	4	16	479	5	16
	3442	37	IN	3419	37	IN	2948	35	IN	3237	37	IN
	3325	35	OUT	3289	35	OUT	2777	34	OUT	3077	35	OUT
	6767	72	TOTAL	6708	72	TOTAL	5725	69	TOTAL	6314	72	TOTAL

How long does the course take to complete?

The 18-hole course usually takes around 4 hours and 30 minutes to complete.

Are there dedicated tee times?

Yes, your party will get a dedicated tee time, with a maximum of 4 players per timeslot. Larger groups will be split into separate tee times. The earliest tee-off times vary throughout the year with the earliest time being 7:04am in the Summer months and 8:00am in Winter.

What if I play through breakfast or lunch?

There will be a packed lunch available for guests who will play through lunch service, or bacon and sausage paninis for early risers playing over breakfast service.

Can I hire a golf buggy?

Yes, our Golf Buggies are available for hire, subject to course conditions, but they must be pre-booked by calling 01621 862326 as demand is high in the Summer months. Our golf buggies are £35 each, with each buggy seating two.

Can I hire a trolley?

Yes, we have a limited number of pull trolleys available at £5 each.

Can I hire clubs?

You must bring your own set of clubs for our 18-Hole Championship Course, sets are not available for hire. Guests can however borrow clubs for our 9-Hole Par 3 inclusive course from the Sports Kiosk.

Is there a golf shop?

Yes, we have a fully stocked golf shop with a wide range of balls, tees, gloves and clothing available to purchase. We do not currently sell clubs so please remember to bring your own.

Do you offer golf lessons?

Yes, you can book golfing lessons with our Head PGA Professional Craig Lockwood. Please call our Pro Shop on 01621 862326 to pre-book.