New Zealand Golf Courses: Christchurch Golf Club - Shirley

The Christchurch Golf Club was founded in 1873, making it the second oldest Club in New Zealand.  Recent improvements include installation of a fully computerized irrigation system, a new professional shop built and a refurbishment of the course carried out under the supervision of the renowned course architect, Peter Thomson.

The course plays medium long across an undulating surface featuring several elevated greens and tee boxes.  Usually rated among the best New Zealand courses, Shirley golf course is known for pot bunkers, little water, lots of bumps and for its true fast greens all year round.  It is a mature course, calling for both length and accuracy.