In 1974, a new course opened, designed by Sloan Morpeth and J.S. Watson, which utilised existing holes and new land acquired at either end of the original course. A further nine holes, some of them original, were set aside as an "inner-nine". In 1992-93, new sand-based greens, designed by Sir Bob Charles and John Darby, were built for the championship course.
The club`s long-held desire to build a world-class course, tee to green, led to the rebuilding of the championship Heretaunga course, designed by Greg Turner and Scott Macpherson and opened in 2013. It used existing corridors and new land opened up near the Awakairangi/Hutt River. Nine holes were set aside for what is known as the Terrace course.
Today, the Heretaunga course offers a challenging and stimulating game set in a picturesque location.
27 Hole Golf Club
We have two golf courses spread over 27 holes with amazing practice facilities. The 18 hole Heretaunga Course which was redesigned in 2013, and a peaceful 9 hole course - the Terrace Course where you can develop your game.
Club Dining and Bar
The Royal Wellington offers excellent fare from barista coffee and homemade bake goods to breakfast/brunch/lunch classics.
The bar (the "19th hole") offers some of New Zealand`s best craft beers and wines, along with perfect post-game snacks.
The club offers fine dining to its members and visitors with special events run throughout the year.
Driving Range & Short Game Area
The club has world class practice facilities. Adjacent to the first tee and club house are the practice green, chipping green and bunker.
Just across the Maewahakona stream is the all-weather driving range with two covered booths, a huge grass teeing area and a synthetic surface at the rear for use when the grass is not in play. The practice area also offers another chipping green.
Golf Shop
The golfing needs of visitors and members alike are taken care of by our head professional and his team who book your tee time, organise shoes, clubs and carts for hire, and can even give you a lesson. The golf shop is open seven days a week.
Swimming Pool
The swimming pool is in a fenced-off area to the west of the club house. It has changing sheds, table and chairs, and a barbeque, and is open for use by members and visitors during the warmer months (typically October to March).
Pickleball & Tennis Courts
Known to be the best outdoor pickleball courts in New Zealand, Royal Wellington offers 6 pickleball courts for members and their guests. The introduction of these state-of-the-art courts included the upgrade to our remaining tennis court.
