Observatory Golf Club

General information

Observatory Golf Club was officially established in 1914, with the course extended to 18 holes in 1922. Observatory Golf Club is the oldest golf club in Johannesburg still operating from its original ground, celebrating their 90th anniversary last year.

The layout of the course has changed somewhat in this time. The course is not that long, but with narrow fairways and smallish greens, is a true test of intellectual golf.

Observatory Golf Club boasts a history rich in character. Bobby Locke, one of South Africa's greatest golfers, won the Open Championship four times playing out of Observatory as his home club and the "Bobby Locke Corner" in the bar shows a picture history of this. Further the Henning brothers learnt to play their golf at Observatory.

In March 2011 Observatory also opened its new clubhouse which boasted a brand new bar area, function room and changing facilities.
Facilities at Observatory Golf Club include:

• 18 hole championship course
• Golf Cart hire and Caddies
• Driving Range
• Bar
• Changing facilities
• Function room (capacity up to 120 banquet style)

Within the market place, Observatory Golf Club is positioned as a value based proposition that offers golfers a world class experience that is aimed at exceeding expectations but at the same creating value through pricing that is affordable.

Observatory Golf Club strives itself on being the most inclusive golf club in South Africa
This philosophy plays an integral role within the PlaymoreGolfSA product offering by affording their respective members an affordable and accessible platform into the club environment.

The club has various membership options, all created to ensure that the club caters for all golfers needs and financial requirements. These range from full membership, to age group options and also extending to corporates.