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Helensvale · 18 holes · Par 70 · Public
Good value green fees · Challenging layout with water and doglegs
From $35 for 18 holes
Sandy Gallop Golf Club
18-hole public golf course in Churchill, Brisbane
4.2 from 223 Google reviews
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 5,100 m
- Access
- Public
- From (18 holes)
- $30
- Opened
- 1922
Overview
At a glance
Sandy Gallop Golf Club is an 18-hole, par 70 course of about 5,100 metres at Churchill in Ipswich, opened in 1922. It is known for low green fees, tight front nine and a creek and bushland setting.
How it compares
Short and friendly- Par 70, 5,100 m.
- Green fees from $30 for 18 holes, well below the typical $45 around Brisbane (the cheapest of the 12 18-hole courses that publish visitor rates).
- At 5,100 m it's shorter than most 18-hole courses around Brisbane (typical 5,830 m).
- Rated 4.2 on Google, about the typical 4.3 for courses around Brisbane.
Sandy Gallop Golf Club is on Lobb Street in Churchill, Ipswich, around an hour from Brisbane. The club lists an 18-hole, par 70 course of about 5,100 metres and gives 1922 as its opening year. Deebing Creek and areas of bushland run through the course. Visitors pay low fees: the club's page shows $30 for 18 holes on weekdays and $35 on weekends, with 9 holes at $23 and buggies at $40 for 18 holes. Golfers often describe a technical, tight front nine with narrow fairways and thick rough, opening up to longer holes and a few drivable par 4s on the back. Water comes into play on many holes. Reviewers regularly praise the greens and general condition for the price, though some say the fairways are average, and the course has copped flooding but is brought back to play quickly. The pro shop is well stocked, with club hire available, and staff and members are frequently called friendly. A few reviews mention parking is limited and one had trouble booking a tee time. The club also has function rooms and runs corporate events and has been described as a little dated. It suits budget-minded golfers, beginners who can handle a tight front nine, and groups wanting an inexpensive round.
Before you go
Who can play
Public. The club doesn't publish visitor times, so check when you book.
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Green fees
| Rate | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 18 holes, Mon-Fri | $30 | visitor |
| 18 holes, Sat/Sun | $35 | visitor |
| 9 holes, any day | $23 | |
| Buggy, 18 holes | $40 | cart hire |
| Buggy, 9 holes | $24 | cart hire |
Visitor rates from the club (source) , checked 20 October 2026. Prices change, so confirm with the club when you book.
Practice and hire
| Hire | Holes | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorised cart | 18 | $40 | listed as golf buggy; 9 holes $24 |
| Golf clubs | – | Available | hire sets available, price not listed |
| Pull buggy | – | Available | available, price not listed |
From the club's website, checked 20 October 2026. Confirm with the club before you go.
The course
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Reviews
4.2
223 reviews
What golfers say
- Cheap green fees for the quality
- Greens well maintained
- Friendly staff and well-stocked pro shop
- Tight, unforgiving front nine
- Fairways average after rain
Our summary of recent Google reviews.
5 out of 5
“While visiting from the Netherlands, I decided to play a round at Sandy Gallop Golf Course and Club, and I’m so glad I did. My original plan was simply to hire a set of clubs, but the pro shop had such a great selection and the staff…”
4 out of 5
“Friendly staff. Well stocked pro shop. Snack food, and drinks after 9:00. Excellent Fairways and Greens for a fair price. Good carts and leisurely pace.”
5 out of 5
“This course is amazing for what you pay. The fairways and mainly average, but all the greens are very well maintained. The pro shop is very good for the course it's on with everything you may need. Very kind staff, recommend”
Facilities
- Pro shop
- Cart hire
- Club hire
- Bar
- Function rooms
Accessibility: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Location
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100 Lobb St, Churchill QLD 4305
Getting there
- From Brisbane CBD 43 min 46 km
- From Brisbane Airport 54 min 60 km
- From Surfers Paradise 1 h 23 min 100 km
- From Gold Coast Airport 1 h 37 min 122 km
Typical driving times without heavy traffic, from OpenStreetMap road data.
Nearby golf courses
- Brisbane River Golf Club · Karana Downs · 12.7 km · 4.1
- Rosewood Golf Club · Rosewood · 14 km · 4.1
- Brookwater Golf & Country Club · Brookwater · 14.8 km · 4.1
- Wolston Park Golf Club · Wacol · 15.7 km · 4.4
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Sandy Gallop Golf Club FAQs
How much does it cost to play Sandy Gallop?
The club lists visitor 18-hole fees of $30 Monday to Friday and $35 on weekends, with 9 holes at $23 and buggies $40 for 18 holes.
What is the par and length?
The club lists an 18-hole, par 70 course of about 5,100 metres.
Can I hire clubs?
Hire sets are available, but the price is not listed; call the club on (07) 3281 8544.
Details checked 20 October 2026 from the club's website, Google and OpenStreetMap. Something out of date? Tell the club, or let us know and we'll fix it.
Photos: Sandy Gallop Golf Club website; Sandy Gallop Golf Club & Function Centre Ipswich via Google Maps. Photos remain the property of their owners.