For over 100 years, Temple has provided members and visitors with a world of unparalleled beauty, inspiration, character and all in an uncrowded setting.
The chalk downland course was designed by the 1887 and 1889 Open Champion Willie Park Jr. and to this day the spirit of his 'inland links' course is maintained. With stunning views over Marlow and the Thames Valley providing a picturesque backdrop for the challenging 18 holes of golf.
Temple is a progressive club and mixes 100 years of history with a modern approach to membership. Lifestyle membership at Temple offers an affordable, flexible, inclusive and family-friendly membership for today's golfer. In addition and for those who enjoy competition golf, many of our weekday and weekend competitions are open to ladies and men.
Course Conditions
Updated - Monday 18 March
Course Status - Open
Temporary Greens - 0
Buggies - OK for essential use
Electric Trolleys in Use - Yes, but please use a pull trolley if you can.
Pull/Push Trolleys in Use - Yes but please carry if you can.
The course is open with play from White, Yellow, Red and Green tees to 18 recently sanded main greens, Ground conditions are just about OK for essential use buggies which should be driven through the semi-rough and kept well away from tees and greens. Please carry if you can.
THE GOLF COURSE
Temple Golf Course is a classic design by Willie Park Junior. From the 1st tee you know there is something special about this course with the Thames Valley spreading out before you....
LIFESTYLE MEMBERSHIP
Why not come and join one of the most forward thinking golf clubs that mixes 100 years of history with a modern approach....
THE CLUBHOUSE
Built in 1909, the Clubhouse retains much of its original character and offers a welcoming atmosphere where members and visitors can enjoy a relaxing drink or great meal.
CLUB HISTORY
Built on land once owned by The Knights Templar, The Temple Links, as the course was first known, was designed in 1909 by Open Champion Willie Park Junior.
THE PRO SHOP
Michael Whitby, the PGA Professional at Temple, has built a recognised teaching academy which provides coaching to golfers of all abilities and ages...
” Hi Keith and team, Thank you to Team Temple for the fantastic golf day. As always the hospitality and golf were excellent and everyone had a great time.”
Al Whitaker (Organiser) Spinfield School Golf Day – June 2019
“Hi Keith, many thanks to the members for letting us play at Temple, especially on a Saturday. It is such a welcoming club and Francis and Patrick were as wonderful as ever!! Penny also turned up to make sure we were OK and was also very helpful. We all enjoyed playing and the course was in fab condition. You couldn’t do anything with the weather I know! Again, many thanks for the use of the course and the help provided by the staff on Saturday.”
Charlie Keenan (Berkshire Ladies 2nd Team Captain) – May 2018
” Dear Keith (and all staff) – can I just say on behalf of BCLGA a very big “Thank You” to yourself and all your staff for a very successful AGM on last night (Wed 15 Jan 2020). The AGM went very well with quite a good turnout despite the weather forecast. The staff at Temple were excellent, attentive and made everyone very welcome. It really is a pleasure to come to Temple Golf Club. Please convey my appreciation to them all.
Irene Gregory (Hon Sec – BCLGA) – January 2020
“Thank you to Temple for hosting the BCLGA Autumn Meeting. Your staff looked after us so well from the minute we arrived, helping to set up and then providing the lovely food for all 63 competitors as they came in. I was absolutely delighted in the number taking part.”
Gillian Myers (BCLGA Joint Competitions Secretary 2) – September 2018
“Thanks for everything yesterday – it could not have been better – and the day turned out to be most successful. I have received many murmurs of approval – both last evening and this morning by email – so, I suspect we shall be back again next year, if you’ll have us. I’ve thanked everyone at the Club individually – saw the bar staff last night and saw Liam this morning – the food was absolutely splendid and the service was great – got the balls from the Pro Shop and all was well. Thanks again for all – ciao.”
John Pagliero (Old Honitonians Golf Society) – September 2018
” We have received so many letters, emails and telephone calls saying how much you enjoyed my 80th birthday lunch that we believe it must have been a good party. We have to say, however, that many of the compliments were misdirected. Apart from our grandchildren for whom Temple can claim no credit, most of the plaudits should be addressed to the Golf Club. As a family, we were most impressed at the facilities and service provided by Temple. Francis and Liam and their staff could not have been more cooperative throughout the planning and the event. They ensured that everything went seamlessly and we are most grateful to them.”
Keith & Margot Whittle and family – June 2019
“Hi Keith, Thanks again for yesterday. I forgot to say that I have trouble recalling when I have played out of a/ so many bunkers and b/ how consistent they were. In my view they were just the right depth, great quality of sand and a joy to be in which is very very rare. Congratulations to you all and please pass it on if appropriate – my comment is based on many years of experience as a PGA Professional Golfer and Club Manager.”
Kim Brake – June 2018
“The recent SATam Christmas Dinner was an outstanding evening. The food was excellent, both traditional and vegetarian, and the reception and service were as friendly and efficient as ever. On behalf of SATam, please pass my thanks to Liam, Francis and their respective teams.”
Jim McLean (SATam) – December 2018
“Please pass my thanks and congratulations to everyone who contributed to the Temple Children’s Xmas party on Saturday. My grandson Ethan had a whale of a time as did the rest of the children as far as I could see. No dramas, no tears, just a group of children (and adults) having a really good time. The format was just right allowing the kids to express themselves without getting carried away. Catering and service, as ever, very good.”
Ken Harris – December 2018
“We very much enjoyed the Sunday lunch on 18th February. Lovely venue, dining room open appearing spacious, and served by the Temple staff…..how nice and super efficient everyone is!”