Cranleigh Golf & Country Club is a golf club + leisure country club located near Cranleigh in Surrey. Unlike traditional members' golf clubs, it offers a hybrid model combining golf, gym, spa, swimming pool, tennis, and social facilities — making it popular with families and lifestyle-focused members.

Key Facts

• Location: Barhatch Lane, Cranleigh, Surrey GU6 7NG
• Type: Golf & Country Club (Golf + Health + Leisure)
• Course: 18-hole parkland course
• Par: 68
• Length: ~5,644 yards
• Atmosphere: Relaxed, social, lifestyle-focused
• Visitors: Non-members welcome (green fees available)

 

The Golf Course

The golf course at Cranleigh is a parkland layout that focuses on accuracy and course management rather than power.

Course Characteristics

• Tree-lined fairways
• Fast, small greens
• Strategic layout
• Scenic Surrey Hills views
• Suitable for all handicap levels
• Starts with a scenic par-3 opening hole

Many golfers describe it as:

• Challenging but fair
• Good year-round playability
• More about strategy than distance

Green fees reportedly start from around £18, making it relatively accessible compared to many Surrey clubs.

Facilities (Major Difference vs Traditional Clubs)

This is where Cranleigh stands out compared to clubs like Bramley:

Golf Facilities

• 18-hole course
• Driving range
• Practice areas
• PGA coaching

Health & Leisure Facilities

• State-of-the-art gym
• 18m swimming pool
• Sauna & steam room
• Spa & treatments
• 3 floodlit tennis courts
• 100+ weekly fitness classes

Social Facilities

• Clubhouse
• Restaurant & bar
• Events & live music
• Corporate & wedding venue

Atmosphere & Membership Style

Cranleigh is generally considered:

• More relaxed and less traditional than classic golf clubs
• Strong family and social focus
• Popular with younger members
• More of a country club lifestyle than pure golf club

Membership often includes:

• Priority tee times
• Reciprocal golf at 14 partner courses
• Gym & leisure access (depending on package)
• Social events and competitions

 

Membership Structure (Typical Types)

Cranleigh usually offers:

Golf Membership

• 7-day golf
• 5-day golf
• Flexible / points-based

Leisure Membership

• Gym only
• Spa & pool
• Classes

Combined Membership

• Golf + Gym + Spa (popular option)

(Pricing usually varies — they often quote individually depending on package)

What Cranleigh Is Known For

Pros

• Strong leisure facilities
• Good for families
• Relaxed, friendly atmosphere
• Accessible golf course
• Good value vs Surrey private clubs
• Social environment

Considerations

• Not a championship-length course
• More “country club” than traditional golf club
• Can be busier due to mixed membership



Who It's Best For

Cranleigh Golf & Country Club typically suits:

• Golfers wanting golf + gym + lifestyle
• Families
• Younger members
• Social golfers
• Flexible golfers who don’t want rigid traditional clubs