18 Hole Course
Maxstoke starts with 2 strong par 4's and a par 3 where you really don't want to miss the green. The 4th and 5th are shorter par 4's that need accurate approach play but the 6th plays much longer than its yardage because of the lake that lies across the driving area. The 7th and 8th are the only 5's on the course. 7 has a water hazard to negotiate whilst many can reach the 8th in two if they avoid some of the huge trees which shape the hole. The 9th is a very good par 3 over water and is followed by a par 4 which, although only medium length, requires a really precise approach for straightness and length. The 11th is a very tough long par 4 (avoiding the trees), The 12th is a much shorter hole with a birdie chance. The 13th is another great par 4 where it pays not to cut off too much of the corner of the dogleg. A strong hitter can drive the 14th and the 15 this relatively easy but, whatever score you have to that point, the player will be extremely happy with 3 pars to finish. The 16 this a well bunkered par 3. The 17th and 18th are two of the strongest holes of the course. There is a tough carry over a stream to the 17th green for a par, and then golfers pass by Maxstoke Castle and its moat to the 18th tee where the tight drive is a key shot in the round.