Rookery Park Golf Club is a well-regarded parkland course set in the Suffolk countryside near Lowestoft. With four tee options ranging from over 6,600 yards to under 6,000, it’s a course that suits a wide range of abilities while providing a proper test for the more experienced golfer.
About Rookery Park Golf Club
Rookery Park offers a classic parkland layout with mature trees, varied terrain and a friendly club atmosphere. The course plays to par 72 with separate men’s and women’s stroke index, making it a balanced challenge for all types of golfer. The clubhouse provides a comfortable base for your round.
Visiting from Park Hotel Diss
Rookery Park is around 40–45 miles from the hotel, roughly 50–60 minutes by road. It makes a good choice for a full golf day out, particularly if you’re planning to explore the Suffolk coast or the Broads on the same trip.
At a Glance
Golf Course Details
- Holes
- 18 holes
- Total par
- 72
- Course type
- Mature parkland
- Difficulty
- A rewarding test; four tee options suit all abilities
- Course rating / slope
- White M 72.9/126 · Yellow M 72.0/127 · Green M 69.9/122 · W 75.7/131 · Red M 69.9/116 · W 75.3/130
Visitor information
Visitors are generally welcome — please contact the club in advance to check availability and book a tee time.
Facilities
- Clubhouse
- Practice facilities
- Buggy and trolley hire (subject to availability)
Hole by Hole
Course Scorecard
| Hole | White | Yellow | Par | SI | Green | Red | SI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 382 | 372 | 4 | 11 | 360 | 357 | 11 |
| 2 | 375 | 371 | 4 | 5 | 361 | 365 | 3 |
| 3 | 377 | 373 | 4 | 9 | 365 | 363 | 5 |
| 4 | 195 | 184 | 3 | 13 | 170 | 166 | 15 |
| 5 | 546 | 528 | 5 | 7 | 466 | 471 | 1 |
| 6 | 437 | 421 | 4 | 3 | 366 | 370 | 7 |
| 7 | 468 | 451 | 5 | 17 | 395 | 397 | 17 |
| 8 | 451 | 432 | 4 | 1 | 396 | 396 | 13 |
| 9 | 135 | 132 | 3 | 15 | 124 | 127 | 9 |
| Out | 3366 | 3264 | 36 | 3003 | 3012 | ||
| 10 | 506 | 493 | 5 | 8 | 478 | 455 | 4 |
| 11 | 203 | 160 | 3 | 10 | 147 | 115 | 18 |
| 12 | 418 | 405 | 4 | 2 | 370 | 340 | 2 |
| 13 | 365 | 357 | 4 | 6 | 344 | 347 | 14 |
| 14 | 164 | 153 | 3 | 18 | 141 | 139 | 16 |
| 15 | 384 | 370 | 4 | 12 | 358 | 354 | 8 |
| 16 | 357 | 346 | 4 | 16 | 327 | 327 | 10 |
| 17 | 394 | 383 | 4 | 4 | 369 | 364 | 6 |
| 18 | 475 | 466 | 5 | 14 | 444 | 445 | 12 |
| In | 3266 | 3133 | 36 | 2978 | 2886 | ||
| Out | 3366 | 3264 | 36 | 3003 | 3012 | ||
| Total | 6632 | 6397 | 72 | 5981 | 5898 |
Golf course information is provided as a helpful guide for hotel guests. Please check the club’s official website for the latest scorecard, tee information, green fees and visitor policies.
Good to Know
- Four tee options (White, Yellow, Green, Red) cater for all abilities.
- Separate men’s and women’s stroke index throughout.
- Visitors are welcome — contact the club in advance to book a tee time.
- Parkland setting with mature trees and a well-maintained course.
Park Hotel Diss makes a comfortable base for a golf day at Rookery Park — around 45 miles away with easy access across Suffolk.