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Tallebudgera · 18 holes · Par 67 · Public
Fairways and greens well maintained · Friendly staff
From $40 for 18 holes
Gainsborough Greens Golf Course
18-hole public golf course in Pimpama, Gold Coast
4.0 from 627 Google reviews
- Holes
- 18
- Access
- Public
- From (18 holes)
- $49
- Designer
- Fred Bolton
Overview
At a glance
Gainsborough Greens is an 18-hole public golf course at Pimpama on the northern Gold Coast, designed by Fred Bolton. Green fees include a GPS cart, and the course is known for its many water hazards.
How it compares
- Green fees from $49 for 18 holes, below the typical $60 on the Gold Coast (3 of the 11 18-hole courses that publish visitor rates are cheaper).
- Rated 4.0 on Google, below the typical 4.4 for courses on the Gold Coast.
- One of the most-reviewed courses on the Gold Coast (627 Google reviews), so it sees plenty of play.
Gainsborough Greens is an 18-hole championship-style course on Halcyon Drive at Pimpama, designed by Fred Bolton. It is open to the public, and the 18-hole green fee includes a shared GPS cart: $75 on weekdays, $85 on weekends and public holidays, and $49 for twilight play after 1pm. Tee times are for four players with a two-cart maximum, and larger groups of 20 or more book by email. Golfers often mention the amount of water on the course, with lakes and ponds in play on a good number of holes, and the 17th gets a mention for lost balls. Reviewers say the greens and grounds are usually in good condition, and one notes it can get very wet after rain because it was built on swampland. Kangaroos turn up late in the day. A course marshal and a drinks buggy are mentioned in some reviews. Service gets mixed comments, with several complaints about unfriendly staff and a few about balls landing near the neighbouring pedestrian paths. The facilities include a driving range open 7am to 5pm, putting and short game areas, a pro shop, a restaurant, and a golf academy. The dress code is collared shirts and tailored shorts or trousers with a belt. It suits golfers who like a water-heavy test and want cart-inclusive pricing.
Before you go
Booking
OnlineBy phone
Book online or call the pro shop; groups of 20 or more email proshop@gainsboroughgolf.com.au.
Who can play
- Visitor times
- Public golf daily; tee times of four players, shared carts included in the green fee
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Green fees
| Rate | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 18 holes, Monday to Friday | $75 | includes GPS cart |
| 18 holes, weekends and public holidays | $85 | includes GPS cart |
| Twilight (after 1pm), any day | $49 | includes GPS cart |
Visitor rates from the club (source) , checked 20 October 2026. Prices change, so confirm with the club when you book.
Practice and hire
Practice facilities
- Driving range
Range hours: Daily 7 am–5 pm; closes 1 pm Wednesdays; last balls sold one hour before closing
Range balls: Small bucket $15 · Large bucket $20
Member bucket prices are lower.
From the club's website, checked 20 October 2026. Confirm with the club before you go.
The course
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Reviews
4.0
627 reviews
What golfers say
- Greens and grounds in good condition
- Plenty of water for a challenge
- Mixed or unfriendly customer service
- Wet and slow to drain after rain
Our summary of recent Google reviews.
3 out of 5
“The golf course itself is beautiful, with wonderful facilities that are clearly very well maintained. The grounds are in excellent condition and it’s obvious that a lot of care goes into keeping the course looking its best.…”
5 out of 5
“Greens are always in great condition. We love having our Charity Golf events here. Food & service is great.”
4 out of 5
“Was a challenging course! But really good. So many water hazards!”
Facilities
- Driving range
- Practice putting green
- Chipping area
- Pro shop
- Cart hire
- Restaurant
- Golf lessons
Accessibility: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Dress code: Collared shirts with sleeves; tailored shorts or trousers worn with a belt; golf shoes or fully enclosed sports shoes
Location
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1 Halcyon Dr, Pimpama QLD 4209
Getting there
- From Surfers Paradise 32 min 31 km
- From Brisbane CBD 43 min 52 km
- From Gold Coast Airport 45 min 53 km
- From Brisbane Airport 49 min 61 km
Typical driving times without heavy traffic, from OpenStreetMap road data.
Nearby golf courses
- Sanctuary Cove – The Palms · Hope Island · 6.5 km · 4.5
- Sanctuary Cove – The Pines · Hope Island · 6.9 km · 4.6
- Links Hope Island · Hope Island · 7.1 km · 4.5
- Helensvale Golf Course · Helensvale · 10 km · 4.3
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Gainsborough Greens Golf Course FAQs
How much is a round at Gainsborough Greens?
An 18-hole round with a GPS cart is $75 Monday to Friday and $85 on weekends and public holidays. Twilight after 1pm is $49.
Is a cart included in the green fee?
Yes. Carts are included and shared, with a maximum of two carts per group of four.
What is the dress code?
Collared shirts with sleeves, tailored shorts or trousers with a belt, and golf or fully enclosed sports shoes.
Is there a driving range?
Yes. Small buckets are $15 and large buckets $20. It is open 7am to 5pm and closes at 1pm on Wednesdays for maintenance.
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: Michael Mills via Google Maps; Gainsborough Greens Golf Course website; Kaptain Kerr via Google Maps; Sumin Oh via Google Maps. Photos remain the property of their owners.