Five Ponds GC

Warminster, PA

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1987, Xenophon Hassenplug
Blue 6760, 71.0, 121, 71
White 6440, 69.7, 119, 71
'06 Fees: $55 Wknd. Ride
Wknd 14:00 Twilight $35
$48 Wkdy Ride, $33 Wkdy Walk
Carts mandatory before 13:00
Tee times 7 days in advance

Joe Logan, Philly Inquirer golf writer, said Five Ponds is a "fun, well-conditioned, moderately priced layout"..."With a few ho-hum holes here and several gems there, it plays a respectable 6,760 yards from the blue tees, with a 121 slope."

Golfcourse.com Review: This hilly course has water hazards coming into play on 10 holes. Some fairways are tree lined, and most are bordered with a thick heather-type rough. The average-sized greens are undulating, and their speeds are determined by the seasonal weather conditions. Since this course is located on some of the highest points in the region, the wind is often a factor. There is no 9 hole rate on weekends.

Avg Golfcourse.com Rating: 4.8/5.0. All rave reviews. Per Heisler, 5.5 - 6 hour rounds are common on weekends. Malizia claims he once played an 8 hour round here.

Where To Grub: Restaurant on-premisis called Another Round serves booze. Dinner reservations required. Philadelphia Magazine recommends Philly Crab & Steak House (3332 Grant Ave, Warminster). Eclectic menu with a New York flair. Offerings include fresh seafood, pasta, veal, chicken, and certified Black Angus, all prepared in an open kitchen. $$$. OR, try Dos Amigos (287 E. County Line Rd, Warminster) for an extensive Tex-Mex menu including a large selection of vegetarian dishes. Full bar featuring Margaritas and frozen drinks. $$.