Widford, near Chelmsford ★★★★★ 4.6 18 holes · Par 70 · 5,996 yards · Parkland Green fees £45–£65 · Visitors Mon–Fri & after 12pm weekends
Chelmsford GC is a compact H.S. Colt design with seven par 3s and one par 5 — all about accuracy and short game. The course is flat, quick-draining and always presented beautifully.
The par-3s are the stars — several over water or with tricky sloping greens. The clubhouse is modern with great food and the pro shop runs excellent coaching programmes.
Pros
- Short but strategic Colt layout
- Superb greens and condition
- Very friendly visitor policy
- Great value
Cons
- Short length won’t suit big hitters
- Can flood after heavy rain