Aber was said to have gone up in a balloon in order to find the routing for the course. Bobby Jones said that the 14th was one of the finest holes of that length he had played (a short par 4). Bing Crosby said that it was 'perfect for those without the physical strength of yesteryear.' There are a number of strong longish 2-shotters and a really good set of short holes, though it doesn't, for me, have the advantage of the Addington's terrain. Its membership is predominently Jewish. The clubhouse is almost on the scale of an American Country Club and if you can afford the substantial green fee it offers a very enjoyable day's golf. It can get a bit muddy in winter. The current professional is Craig de Foy, a past European Tour golfer and his wife, Tina, is secretary. Previous professionals have included Open Champions Sandy Herd, Arthur Havers, Henry Cotton and Dick Burton.