Warkworth Golf Club is pure country golf — scenic, quiet, and full of character. This 18-hole, par-72 course winds through rolling farmland just outside the village of Warkworth. The routing uses the natural contours beautifully: elevated tees, valley fairways, and greens framed by mature trees.
The opening holes are wide and forgiving, allowing players to find rhythm before the course tightens on the back nine. The greens are firm and fair, and several holes — especially the par-4 10th and par-5 16th — demand precise distance control to set up a scoring chance.
There’s no artificial drama here — just well-routed holes that flow naturally with the land. The clubhouse has a welcoming patio with panoramic views of the final hole, and the staff reflect the kind of hospitality that keeps players returning year after year.
Warkworth is a reminder that golf doesn’t need to be flashy to be memorable. It’s the kind of place where you play once and immediately start planning your return trip.
Holey Terror: Hole No. 6 at Swan Point Yacht & Country Club
Swan Point Yacht & Country Club • Issue, MD • swanpointgolf.com • 301-259-0047
Nestled along the banks of the Potomac River in Issue, MD, Swan Point stands out in the Mid-Atlantic region for its breathtaking scenic beauty. World-renowned golf architect and consultant to Augusta National, Bob Cupp, designed a layout that seamlessly integrates with the dramatic landscape of marshland and tall pine trees.
The course evokes the feel of coastal Carolinas with its grassy mounds, challenging retention bunkers, abundant