Burford Golf Links has the feel of an inland links course without needing to cross the ocean. Set in Brant County, this 18-hole layout features wide-open fairways, mounded rough, and fast-running turf that rewards creativity. It’s the kind of course that makes you think more about ball flight and trajectory than raw distance.
Wind is the great equalizer here. On a calm day, you can chase low numbers. When it blows, every hole plays differently, and strategy becomes everything. The firm fairways and true greens make it a course that experienced players appreciate and newcomers enjoy learning on.
What separates Burford is its simplicity. No overdesigned bunkering, no forced carries – just golf that lets you experiment and adjust. It’s perfect for players who enjoy the ground game and want to test different shot shapes.
The clubhouse is small but welcoming, and the staff keep the atmosphere light and friendly. You’ll see everyone here – seniors, juniors, league players, and groups passing through for a relaxed round.
Burford Golf Links is proof that great golf can come without pretense – just good turf, honest design, and room to enjoy the game your way.
Holey Terror: Hole No. 11 at EagleSticks Golf Club
EagleSticks Golf Club • Zanesville, OH • eaglesticks.com • 740-454-4900
Hole No. 11 • Par 5 • 591 yards
Designed in 1990 by Ohio’s own Dr. Michael Hurdzan, EagleSticks Golf Club can perhaps best be described as Augusta National in a shoebox.
Located just outside of Columbus in Zanesville, OH, the layout tumbles across 150 acres of rolling farmland with elevation changes of more than 100 feet. Most of the tee boxes are located on the highest ground, so you’ll be treated to panoramic views on most holes
