Horace Hutchinson
There are 3 golf courses in the UK designed by Horace Hutchinson.
Horace Hutchinson (1860-1932) is best known as a pioneering British amateur golfer and writer, yet he also significantly influenced early golf course architecture through his writings and advisory roles. While not primarily a hands-on course designer like his contemporaries, his deep understanding of the game and strategy informed consultations on several courses, including contributions to layouts like Royal Lytham & St Annes and Hindhead. His influential books frequently discussed ideal hole design and course setup, cementing his place as a key figure in shaping the philosophical underpinnings of golf architecture during its formative years.
Courses by Horace Hutchinson
Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club (West Course)
Designed by Horace Hutchinson and opened in 1932, Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club (West Course) offers a par 68 layout stretching to 5606 yards from the white tee, which has a course rating of 67.2 and slope rating of 117.
Royal Eastbourne Golf Club (Devonshire Course)
Designed by Horace Hutchinson and opened in 1887, Royal Eastbourne Golf Club (Devonshire Course) offers a par 70 layout stretching to 6047 yards from the white tee, which has a course rating of 69.8 and slope rating of 118.
Royal West Norfolk Golf Club
Designed by Holcombe Ingleby and opened in 1892, Royal West Norfolk Golf Club offers a par 71 layout stretching to 6457 yards from the white tee, which has a course rating of 71.2 and slope rating of 123.
