S P E C I A L F E AT U R E - K R O O N S TA D TO K I M B E R L E Y The Kimberley Golf Club, by virtue of its founding date 3rd July 1890, is rich in history, not only of its own, but also in the broader sense of the game in this country. A humble beginning in the halcyon days of the Diamond Fields – the greens began as sand putting browns, followed by diamondiferous blue ground, mats served for tees and dynamite was employed to blast the stones on the fairways (among many other oddities) – has finally evolved through to the current Bob Grimsdell designed parkland layout. The course today has two distinct faces, a green summer look that has the ball holding, and a frosted winter white look that has the ball rolling. Whichever the face the course remains particularly player friendly.
Of course the 19th hole is more consistent, inviting a warm welcome throughout the year. This can be ably testified by the hundreds of golfers who partake annualy in the Barney Barnato “Festival of Golf, Ribald and Revelry” held every October. Despite being situated in the middle of South Africa, Kimberley remains somewhat isolated. Visiting golfers, therefore, are most appreciated. In addition the Club has two exemplary neighbours, Sun International’s Flamingo Casino and the Kimberley Road Lodge. They naturally ensure added entertainment and easily accessible accommodation.
Home of The Barney Barnato (25-29 October) “The best amateur golf tournament in Africa”
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