## Les Bordes’ New Course: A Review of the Surrey-Inspired Layout
A Unique Blend of English Heathland and American Lakeland Styles
The following morning, after a late breakfast and another trip to the driving range in a desperate bid to sharpen up my skills, I headed for the first tee of the New Course to see what Mr Hanse had conjured up. Where water features prominently on 11 of the Old Course’s 18 holes, the New’s defences are characterised by deep pot bunkers and the overall feel is more English heathland compared to the Old Course’s American lakeland style. Featuring large bunkers, subtle elevation changes and vast green complexes, the layout measures 7,211 yards from the back tees.
The Challenge Awaits
While there is generally plenty of room off the tee, the big test for many will come on the greens, where sweeping contours punish anything that does not hit in just right. The generosity of fairways allows for driver use but requires precision. The second hole stands out as a stamina-sapping par five measuring 580 yards from tips.
Championship Golf at Its Finest
There’s no let-up at par-4 5th – measuring a brutal 499 yards from white tees. The eclectic nature continues with a dinky 126-yard par three two holes later.
Back Nine Drama
The back nine is tree-lined and demanding from tee shots with deep bunkers keeping players honest on approaches to greens. Holes from 13 to 17 are particularly strong – showcasing natural topography features.
Grandstand Finish
The driveable par-four 15th sets up for an exciting finish with closing hole being a stunning par five where water comes into play if you choose to take on green in two.
Wild Piglet Course & Estate Amenities
The Wild Piglet course offers strategic challenges in miniature form while Les Bordes estate boasts new facilities including swimming lake, equestrian facilities, boating lakes, archery, fishing and more.
Future Developments
Les Bordes will soon feature Six Senses resort within château offering restaurant, bar and spa facilities. Phase one development project includes properties throughout estate for members’ ‘home away from home’.
Exclusive Golfing Experience
With only 200 members currently allowed and no visitor play except as member’s guest Les Bordes offers exclusive golf experience worth making pilgrimage for. For more details about Les Bordes visit lesbordes.com or jetfly.com for travel options.