Pennard Golf Club in Swansea

As a paying visitor, me and my friends were disrespected and humiliated in front of other paying visitors. Dave Jones the captain came over to us and started questioning our clothes even though I have had no issues at every other golf club in Swansea. Also, there were people dressed in clothes a lot worse than ours but he did not bat an eye lid just because we were juniors. I was considering getting a membership but after the disrespect I received I will not be returning to this golf club.

This idiosyncratic course is not for an older 19 handicapper. First of all the buggies were in quite poor condition (despite £40 charge), the signage, tee markers are poor and given the course has a lot of blind, long carries navigation can be an issue. There are few proper buggy paths so driving across side slopes seemed quite frightening. The greens which were very good are protected by electrified cattle fences and we encountered a herd of cows, who seem to “open graze” the course, on the third hole. Frankly playing the course was a struggle and not worth the high green fee despite the lovely views.

Just got back from playing two rounds at Pennard. What a place. Weather, course, conditions and views were all stunning. Staff and all members were super friendly. I wanted to write a review to say thanks to the members in the bar who kindly helped me look for an iPhone charger so I could access my car, and to the lady who went home to get one for me. Stars. I will be returning to play the course again. Thanks

Enjoyed playing here a couple of weeks ago but frustrated to get a fine through the letter box today for parking in the car park. No one from the club explained that even as a paying customer that I had to validate my car, £60 fine. Not classy.

one of the absolute highlights of our current vacation with regard to golf. From the friendly head pro who served us in the pro shop to the course design and course maintenance, I can't really think of anything that bothered us. Fortunately, we brought some good golf, which is definitely an advantage on this course. The course didn't seem extremely difficult to me - in contrast to Tenby - but we rarely strayed off the fairway. For me an absolute must if you play golf in South Wales

Booked on the internet which allowed a full view of all options and allowed 1 hour for preparation and cooking and it was just coming out of the oven as I walked in the door. Excellent pizza all perfectly prepared and cooked

Beautiful course & stunning views!

was pouring the day we played but an awesome course for sure. Highly recommend!

Great service lovely views and most of all food especially good

Great for lowish handicaps hard hor high like me

Tough course lots of ups and downs. Interesting holes good test of golf

Loved the course, but the weather wasn't the best. Wow, was it windy today or not!?!? Made the golf a bit tricky but still enjoyed the course.

Wow! Certainly, worthy of its 5-star reviews. We came across this by accident when we were returning from a coastal walk, and it smelt amazing so decided to order. There was 1 hours wait, so we went to the local pub (see other review). Menu is extensive, and best to view online as there is more choice than if you order on site, but for me the fact they could do a gluten free base was key. It turned out the be the best gluten free base I have ever had. All three of our pizzas were excellent, cooked perfectly and all ingredients tasted fresh. The guy serving, although obviously busy was genuinely nice and clearly passionate about the local area which was lovely. Tip would be to order as they do have limited slots, so they don’t overstretch themselves and end up serving inferior food.

A lovely golf club and links course. The staff were so lovely, and it's a great venue for any gathering...

Played the course after an absolutely dreadfull spell of heavy rain and floods in South Wales. 95% of golf courses were infact closed because the rain has been so bad. Pennard however was absolutely in impeccable condition ,bone dry and almost like playing in summer. I'll be joining as a member for sure.

Just had our first visit to the club, but definitely not our last. Spacious lounge with exceptional views. Wide choice on the menu. The four of us had piping hot home made soup and chicken dijons to start, absolutely delicious. Two had steaks, I had an excellent beef lasagna and my sister had ham and two eggs with great chips. Our waiter was a delightful young man, who gave us superb service. My husband saw their breakfast menu and can't wait to get back there. Thank you for a smashing lunch.

A very special course that is the definition of ‘hidden gem’. Definitely a top 5 course in Wales and cannot recommend highly enough. Course was in superb condition too

Came here as a guest to play, it’s the BEST COURSE I’ve played in Wales hands down. The views are to die for. I will consider having my ashes scattered here. The breakfast and service before hand was amazing. The barman Mort (sorry if that’s wrong) was superb. The service in the pro shop from the little boy with a mullet (sorry I can’t remember the name) was second to none!! Will be back!!!

Staying close by in Southgate and ordered takeaway pizzas from Pobbles. Wow, they were amazing! I’m coeliac, so the option to have any pizza on a GF base was very welcome and rare. Loaded with toppings and timed exactly for when we ordered them from. Highly rated and recommended.

Breathtaking scenery, doesn't really matter how badly you play. Course in immaculate condition and locals welcoming

One of the best and the hardest golf course I have ever played. Fantastic links golf with great costal views. Fab greens in immaculate conditions. Driving range next to the club house and fully equipped pro shop. Excellent club house, very friendly and competent staff, great variety of meals (also for vegetarians and vegans!). 100+% recommendation to play this course!

The food was super fresh and tasty! Service is really quick and the owner is super friendly. I can highly recommend this place.

Greens and tees superb!!! Fairways poor but didn't effect our enjoyment. Breakfast was really nice too. Staff very welcoming and friendly.

Very welcoming to travelling golfer, good menu beer & wine. Staff very helpful & friendly. Will call again if in area and would like to play golf course.

If you want an easy golf course to play then don't play at Pennard, it's a good test for any golfer, especially when the wind blows. It plays like a links, very undulating fairways and fast rolling greens. The views are amazing, so even if the course is beating you up you'll enjoy the walk.

Brilliant place for a pizza. Great service and a vast menu which can be customised. Really friendly and super helpful staff. Highly recommended

Fabulous Pizza, made with real care and passion. Great ingredients, starting with a wonderful base, a fabulous sauce then your choice of toppings. Very generously loaded, and a great price. I’ve eaten pizza all over the world, and these are honestly down of the best.

Recently played on an extremely windy and rainy day. Even the members took a pass that day, as there were only one or two other groups on the course. The course itself is absolutely stunning. Gorgeous views, fabulous links terrain. I have played several mediocre courses with fabulous views, but I can tell you Pennard is not a mediocre course. So many interesting and challenging holes. The 7th hole with its view of the castle is so fun. Making par on the 13th, a long par three playing into a very strong wind, well that was one of the best pars of my life. Step behind the 16th green and the view is just jaw dropping beautiful. I still do not know where my ball ended up after the drive on 14, but that is the story of links golf. I could play this course every day and never be bored. If you are a golfer that enjoys the challenges of links golf, come here and play. You will not regret it. And a shout out to the members and the dining staff. Friendly folks and good food. We enjoyed our visit very much.

Looks A True lynx👀🔥⛳️👌Cannot wait too play Her. Weather was too bad when I’d booked💫💦🌪

I played this course back in the mid 90´s and over a period of 2 months. Was the greatest golf experience of my life to date. At the time, horses and sheep ran wild on the course. They bothered me less than the hikers though! My most amazing memory was to make birdie on the ruined castle chapel hole… hope to play this again before I’m worm food.

Stunning links course with unbelievable greens and views not to be missed, great clubhouse for food and refreshments too, well worth a visit

Great links course, need to be accurate off the tee even if it means taking an iron, greens excellent.

Glorious weather, stunning views and the course as challenging as ever!!

Course was in excellent condition. Credit to the gteenkeeping staff. Breakfast was superb excellent service

Brilliant course friendly and efficient staff An experience not to miss

Lovely views. Well maintained course

Very well located and surrounded by beautiful peninsula

Great welcome and great course, food was ok

We played in the Club's Open mixed greensomes. Unfortunately, we followed by a group of four members (one of whom is apparently a senior committee member) who totally spoilt our day. They accused us of holding up the course: we didn't. We were regularly waiting for the group in front (or walkers) to clear and certainly never fell a hole behind. Nevetheless, we invited them to play through, which they declined. Twice they hit balls past us. On the 12th they drove the greenside bunker whilst we were still playing up to the green. After firm words were spoken, they backed off and eventually went in. For the record, we had to wait on the 18th tee for several minutes and finished immediately behind the group in front. I reported the matter to the club manager at the end who, in fairness, said he would take the matter up. And again in fairness, I played in another open competition earlier in the week with two club members, who were great company. Nevertheless, it spoit out day. And no, we're not rubbish golfers, both our pairs got 38 points and one of the group got a hole in one! As for the course, it is a traditional links style course and a real test of golf. The greens are in top condition and the views are stunning. Downsides are very poor course signage, cattle, electic wires around the green, hundreds of dangerous rabbit holes and very busy and noisy public rights of way accross and around the course. The clubhouse is great, the food very good and all of the staff very friendly and helpful. Just a shame about a couple of selfish members.

Most scenic round of golf I've ever played. Utterly fabulous. Very friendly service in the club house too. Highly recommended. Thank you

Last minute decision on the recommendation of a local after we were told when we arrived for our reservation at the Beaufort that the chef had closed the kitchen. So we drove down to Penard Golf club and we were really glad we did. Very friendly, great service, fabulous views, good pub food and reasonable prices. We will definitely be back.

Good course, greens were fantastic

5.8.2022, Played open day everyone was so welcoming, the course is the best around, can't wait to go back and play golf again.

An absolute top track. My personal favourite. Stunning scenery and every hole a challenge.

Lovely open space for a walk and a great view of three Cliffs beach

I really enjoyed this golf course, fantastic view throughout. This is a very unique links, it does feel like play links in the sky. Apart from the fairway is very dry (probably due to the recent heatwave), everything else are great!!

Went with friends for a meal. Very friendly staff, made you welcome. Food was really nice and not that expensive

Went for meal with friends. Staff very welcoming and food good

Stunning views, this is a very good test of your golf game. Really enjoyed my round of golf here, theres rarely a flat lie on the fairways, the greens were great too. It'll be a challenge to walk for some, so take an electric trolley or get a buggy booked. Make sure you play this one if you're on a trip.

As a visitor we arrived and the bar was closed for 'training' the course needs far more signage to show you the way.... All in all definitely not the best course I've ever played

Lovely course stunning views really friendly staff and members

Couldn't tell you what it's like to play golf, as I was here for a funeral wake. But the staff were lovely and the food they put on for the buffet was tasty. Thanks very much.

Spectacular golf course, outside the Open biggies it’s one of the best in the UK

Tough course beautiful views on back 9 friendly staff in pro shop and bar.

Lovely walk dodging the golf balls but fantastic views from the castle and clifftops

Great welcome and friendly staff. Course in almost perfect condition. Many rabbit holes to gobble up balls that stray off the fairway, and they will. Greens fantastic

For an oldie the course is brutal. A fantastic traditional links course. Many holes where you stand on the tee and wonder which direction you need to play. Lots of manufactured shots which were often blind. Suggest arranging to play with a member as playing for the first time could be a very difficult round. The views are fantastic and the club house and pro shop are very friendly and welcoming. I played in a senior open off 16. A poor showing of 26pts and 24+ hrs to recover, but loved every minute. I return in a few months to pick up the challenge again. If you give up on the golf, the Gower coast is a wonder so stay over.

Excellent links course with top quality greens. Very welcoming with a modern clubhouse with great food. If you're planning to play in the morning turn up early and treat yourself to breakfast!

It's like you have gone to heaven.Stunning views ,great layout,challenging yet fun. Great catering in the clubhouse,fairly priced, tasty pub like grub, perfect after 18 holes of golf.

Loved it great food lovely atmosphere

Difficult course but not unfair. Very friendly welcome by staff and members. Good food. A very enjoyable day! Weather was sunny too !!

Tough course, bit hilly, lots of aiming at marker posts, worth playing, good test. Some great views.

No golf. Sunday lunch. Great value and good food

Great service and friendly staff.

Consistently good Sunday lunches, fab staff and lovely views over the golf course. The food here is excellent, generous portions. We meet here for lunch for family lunches.

Beautiful spot for a golf course. The clubhouse is run more like a pub, with decent food and prices.

Tricky track with outstanding scenery

Fantastic golf course, considering time of year the golf course was in great condition. Beautiful scenery, one of my favourite golf courses in Wales. Bar staff were very helpful and food was excellent.. Highly recommended..

Excellent food, beverages and facilities for disabled 😘xxx

Very nice views and nice Sunday Roast.

Great links course, very challenging in parts especially on back nine. Fantastic views on many holes. Nice clubhouse.

Great Golf course. Lovely people.

I played at Pennard Golf Club open on the 9th Sept 2021, I received a fine penalty on the 18th Sept saying that I had parked in a PERMIT HOLDERS car space. I am furious as there were no signs to say that where I parked was a PERMIT HOLDER Space, no photo of me parked in the PERMIT HOLDERS Car Space!! I certainly won't be playing at this Club ever again as it cost me £60 to park and play at their Open,plus entry fee and food, total of £85's SO BEWARE when you go to Pennard Golf Club.

Played it on a lovely sunny day great course even better view's

Lovely place for a meal and a drink

Superb golf course with excellent staff and professional .Nothing to much trouble.A must to visit

New to the Gower, we thought we should sample a range of the restaurants available; and so we did. P&H and LB were both good in their way, but it was Pobbles that got our vote for a second visit. We were not disappointed. The restaurant is on the first floor and provides a panoramic view over the course and down to Pennard Castle. The staff, on both nights, were friendly and helpful; nothing was too much trouble. All four starters and all four mains were generous and tasty, with special mentions for the Chicken Napoleon, Chilli Con Carne and Minted Lamb. The starters were good too, particularly the pâté and the fish cake. Combined with the value for money, you couldn’t ask for more. Everything was delivered with a smile, and genuine warmth; everyone is made to feel at home. It was very relaxing and informal. After a long day’s walking, that was just the ticket. Thanks to everyone at Pobbles for helping to make our lovely stay even better!

wonderful views around the local gower coast including 12th century Norman Castle overlooking the view to Oxwich Head . The golf course is known as " The Links in the Sky " all weather course but can be testing during windy conditions , suggest T time booked before arrival as the course is popular with members & visitors. Walk around the course taking in the views is recommended but don't forget your camera , follow the sign posts for footpath then enjoy the bar menu. Restaurant has a hearty menu also supported by bar meals which are of good quality , the on site professional is helpful with ample stock for a day's golf. If you do visit this venue you will not be disappointed . ( The photo i have posted is of a local painter taking in the view )

Beautiful course in a beautiful area of Wales

Food absolutely fantastic, great value and the staff are brilliant. Highly recomended!

Really nice place. Good food and friendly service. But they don't tell you or ask you if you have a car in the car park. There are signs but they're placed high on posts around 12ft up where they're easily missed enabling you to get a parking ticket. Then the reception is closed so you can't sort it out.

A very tough but enjoyable course, some of the best Par 3's I've ever played, a great welcome and would highly recommend. Thank you

Must be some of the best views from a golf course. Rough is fair, could find the ball. Some amazing greens.

Nice course very friendly enjoyed the day at your course 🏌⛳ ,4

Great course but for your first visit allow 5 to 6 hours for 18 holes.

As always, fabulous. There can be no better view to relax with. Great service.

A great course with some amazing views. Food and drink were excellent Will have to return.

Food is fantastic and good choices. Covid safe, nice and clean. Highly recommend. Staff friendly. Prices good.

Great hospitality Superb fast greens and views to die for Easily compatible to any top golf courses in Scotland

First game after a 3 month COVID lockdown, great to be back and the coarse is superb, my thanks and congratulations to the greens staff 😀

Beautiful views, delicious Sunday Lunch and wonderful staff.... Perfect

A fabulous 'Sunday Roast Dinner' the beef was so tender. Great quality. Fabulous service. Amazing sea views over the golf course.

I was stuck in a traffic jam on the road due to road was blocked for some reason looked like a golf coarse and had flags fairways and even a club house ....I wasn't convinced If it was a golf coarse as I did not witness any golfers but if you like golf try it out so the next time I go past I can see you and I can confirm it is a golf coarse

Just a wonderful golf course. Incredible views over Three Cliffs Bay and Gower. Golf as it should be

Proshop did not return email when we tried to book. Not answering phone. answer service also full, so unable to leave message. Not a great welcome!

One of my favourite Golf courses. UPDATE: 3 years on this is still one of my favourite courses and the course, the views and the welcome are beyond reproach.

Very Special Place. Amazing Golf Course.

Top notch golf course and clubhouse and it stayed dry....great food too.

Enjoyed the challenge, but some if the ladies found the carries to the fairways tough and the rough was punitive.

I and my wife rejoined Pennard Golf Club as the professional coaches are very good the pro shop is the same and our overall experiences at the club have been brilliant, also the bar and restaurant offer excellent value for money with good quality cooked food.