‘Grass is always greener on the South Coast’
"To entice visitors to this golfing paradise, the SCTIE has provided an overview of its ‘11 reasons to visit the South Coast’ – in no particular order," said Mangcu.
With all its beaches open and boasting the highest number of Blue Flag beaches in the province, the South Coast is summer-ready.
But there’s so much more to this subtropical haven, particularly for those who enjoy spending some quality time on the greens.
CEO of South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise (SCTIE), Phelisa Mangcu, said: “The South Coast is also known as ‘The Golf Coast’ for good reason. The region is home to 11 impressive courses which offer golfers of all handicaps a place to compete or unwind. Our courses also have welcoming country clubs with historic bars and restaurants where golfers can enjoy a round of drinks or a great meal, with many boasting world-class sea views.”
“To entice visitors to this golfing paradise, the SCTIE has provided an overview of its ‘11 reasons to visit the South Coast’ – in no particular order,” said Mangcu.
“Umkomaas Golf Club, the oldest club in the region started with a 9-hole layout in 1913 and extended to 18 holes in 1926, before a complete redesign in 1932 by renowned course designer, Robert Grimsdell. Scottburgh Golf Club, the undulating course of Scottburgh also boasts ocean views, and can also get a little trickier on those windy days. Comparatively short at 5 323m, Scottburgh boasts two par 5s and five spectacular par 3 holes, with the par 4 third hole the most talked about on the course. The Selborne Golf Course in Pennington has been developed into one of the country’s premium residential golf estates, with the course challenges being the downfall of many a player during the Sunshine Tour. Umdoni Park Golf Club also in Pennington is a real hidden treasure along the Golf Coast boasting ocean views from 70% of the 18-hole course and located within some 200 hectares of indigenous coastal forest. Measuring only 5 560-metres from the tees,” said Mangcu.
She added: ” The Port Shepstone Country Club, the first 9-holes of the course were laid out in 1912 with the upgraded design of the remaining nine done by Syd Brews in 1928. The Harding Country Club, for something a bit different on The Golf Coast, drive 45 minutes inland from Port Shepstone to the quaint farming town of Harding. The Margate Country Club – this is one of the finest courses on The Golf Coast, found on the outskirts of Margate which is also known as The Fun Capital of the region! Margate Golf Course is a delight to play, year-round, with picturesque inland views and incredible water features to navigate, including the stunning ravine on the 11th hole.
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