Hole 5 - Spion Kop 

The iconic picture of Henry Cotton driving off in a challenge match in 1937 is a classic portrait of one of the golfing legends playing on our course and it has hardly changed today. 

The 5th hole certainly offers a spectacular view from the white championship tee and the 158 yard carry from the white tee over the Ghyll provides a stiff challenge. The carry from the yellow (128 yards) and red (77 yards) tees is less severe although the penalty for a topped shot into the Ghyll can play on the mind. The fairway is steep and once across the path runs quickly away to heather and gorse on the left, ensure you keep right especially in the summer.