Does the thought of manicured greens and challenging fairways excite you? Here at the Bombay Presidency Golf Club, you will find exactly that. Established in 1927, the Bombay Presidency Golf Club is one of Mumbai’s oldest and most prestigious golf clubs. Initially named “The New Club Ltd”, it was founded on reclaimed land. The Bombay Presidency Golf Club we see today is the result of a significant redesign in 2009.
Imagine the year is 1927. The British Open champion Peter Thompson designs a course on 90 acres of reclaimed swamp land. This was the original Bombay Presidency Golf Club. Fast forward to today. Nelson and Haworth have since redesigned it. The Bombay Presidency Golf Club now stands as a testament to golfing excellence.
This private club is known as BPGC by its members. The Bombay Presidency Golf Club offers an 18-hole course. This course stretches over 6148 yards with a par of 70. The course presents a demanding yet rewarding experience for golf enthusiasts.
The 4th hole is the longest and toughest at 508 yards with a par of 5. Conversely the 10th hole is the shortest at just 140 yards with a par of 3. The greens and rough consist of Paspalum grass. Tifway grass makes up the fairways.
Be prepared for the course’s challenges. There are seven water hazards. Also there are 43 bunkers and 11 other hazards. The course rating is 70.1 with a slope rating of 120.
The Bombay Presidency Golf Club is generally open every day except Mondays. You can play from 6:30 AM until sunset. The main clubhouse offers many facilities for members and guests. It is open from 6:30 AM to 11:00 PM but also closed on Mondays. The club committee enforces a strict dress code.
Notably, Om Prakash Chouhan holds the course record with a gross score of 60. Yaniv Gajakos holds the net record with a score of 58. Gurbaaz Mann once scored 63 on May 5, 2010.
The Bombay Presidency Golf Club is more than just a golf course. It is a place with a rich history. It is a place where golf enthusiasts gather. The club provides a challenging and rewarding experience. The Bombay Presidency Golf Club remains a cornerstone of Mumbai’s golfing community.