Golf & Course Insights

Playing the 16th: Lal & Pauline The 16th at Gowrie Farm is a short par 4 measuring between 265 and 335 metres. Colourful shrubs line the left-hand side, while the…

The 2026 Club Championships concluded with a fantastic final round on Sunday 17th May, bringing another memorable weekend of competition to a close at Gowrie Farm. Congratulations to Daniel Greene,…

March – May 2026 Golf Highlights & Results March to May brought a busy and memorable period at Gowrie Farm, with fantastic tournaments, major events, visiting golfing legends and plenty…

St Andrews: The Origins of the 18-Hole Course By Dale Hayes There is a lovely tale that a golf course is made up of 18 holes because there are 18…

Playing the 14th: Beauty with Consequence The second nine holes at Gowrie Farm feature three par 3s, three par 4s and three par 5s. The second of the par 3s…

Nick Smythe Appointed Assistant Professional Gowrie Farm Golf Club is pleased to welcome Nick Smythe to the team as Assistant Professional from mid-March 2026. Nick brings a strong blend of…

PGA Pro-Am at Gowrie Farm | 23–24 March 2026 Following the opening of The Crofts, Gowrie Farm is pleased to announce that we will be hosting the Lottostar PGA Pro-Am…

Brandon Stone Joins Gowrie Farm Golf Club We are proud to welcome Brandon Stone to Gowrie Farm Golf Club as a member. Brandon enjoyed an outstanding amateur career, representing South…

Jordan Davies plays a round with Gary Player A big congratulations to Jordan Davies, a member at Gowrie Farm Golf Club, on his outstanding performances in recent South Coast competitions,…

Golf Team Update We would like to share several important updates within our golf department, alongside heartfelt recognition of some exceptional people. A Sincere Thank You to Deborah Price We…

The Stymie: A Piece of Golf’s Scottish Heritage The stymie was part of the original Rules of Golf dating back to 1744. It was one of the most distinctive and…

Playing the 16th: Precision Over Power Almost every great course features a drivable par-4, and Gowrie Farm has a couple. The 16th, however, stands out as a true risk–reward hole,…

Playing the 4th: A Risk–Reward Test at Gowrie Farm The 4th hole at Gowrie Farm is a classic risk–reward challenge, shaped by recent refinements to the green complex and inspired…

Refining the Greens: Course Updates on Holes 4–7 The on-course golf experience at Gowrie Farm continues to evolve through considered refinements that enhance playability while remaining true to the course’s…

A Word from the Golf Director: Reflecting on 2025, Looking Ahead to 2026 2025 marked a significant chapter in the story of Gowrie Farm. From hosting a Sunshine Tour event…

Refining the Golf Experience at Gowrie Farm At Gowrie Farm, the quality of the golf experience is shaped as much by the finer details as it is by the course…

Past Events at Gowrie Farm The past few months have delivered a full calendar of competition and memorable moments at Gowrie Farm. From championship golf to club favourites, these events…

Wednesday Tradition: Martin Whitcher at Gowrie Farm Every Wednesday morning, as mist settles over the rolling hills of the KZN Midlands, a familiar figure arrives at Gowrie Farm Golf Course.…

A Toast to the Champions Who Made Gowrie Farm Proud A celebratory dinner was recently hosted by Guy Smith and Dale Hayes in honour of our Gowrie Farm Ladies Golf…

Scottish Heritage at Gowrie Farm by Dale Hayes In 1870, Tom Morris Junior scored a record 149 for 36 holes, to win the Open Championship. That was the eighth win…

South Africa’s Premier Pro-Am Arrives at Gowrie Farm This Week Nottingham Road, KwaZulu-Natal – 8 September 2025 ______ This week, Gowrie Farm Lodge & Golf Course proudly hosts the Vodacom…

Midlands Meander Golf Day Gowrie Farm was proud to host the Midlands Meander Golf Day, celebrating 40 years of the Midlands Meander in true Gowrie Farm style. Congratulations to this…

Gowrie Farm on SuperSport Gowrie Farm was recently featured on SuperSport – showcasing our course, the Midlands setting, and the people who bring it to life. In case you missed…

Phil Simmons will always be remembered as a cherished part of the Gowrie Farm story. Joining us in May 2019 as Director of Golf, his impact was immediate and transformative.…

From humble beginnings as a young caddie to a career that’s taken him across the globe, Jonathan’s journey in golf has been shaped by passion, purpose, and a deep respect…

A celebration of golf as it is meant to be played. The 2025 Old Tom Morris Jug welcomed 48 players across 8 teams for two unforgettable days of match play…

Senior Women’s Golf SA Nationals The 30th Senior Women’s Golf SA Nationals took place in Gauteng from 25–28 May, with 200 players from across the country competing at Centurion and…

The 2025 Club Championship was hosted on 17 & 18 May. Gowrie Farm Golf Club members enjoyed a Sunshine Tour-style experience, teeing off between branded tee boards and receiving a…

The Phil Simmons Benefit Golf Day was a true reflection of the Gowrie Farm spirit with over 100 golfers on the fairways, and our largest-ever evening gathering filled with heartfelt…

In April 2025, we honoured the legacy of  the Young Tom Morris – one of golf’s original prodigies! His spirit lives on through camaraderie, competition, and the love of the…

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Jonathan Menteath as Gowrie Farm’s Director of Golf. He will officially join us on the 1st of March 2025. Jonathan grew up…

Rees Emanuel delivered an absolutely phenomenal performance a few weeks ago, showcasing his skill, precision, and composure at Gowrie Farm. On the front nine he had five birdies for a…

It was only in 1952 that the Royal Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews and the United States Golf Association jointly published the Rules of Golf. Before that there were…