Play and Stay — The Ultimate Golf Weekend in Canowindra

There's nothing quite like a weekend of golf in the country. No city traffic, no crowded tee times, no concrete in sight — just rolling greens, wide-open skies, and the kind of quiet that lets you actually hear the club connect with the ball.

Canowindra and the surrounding Central West region offer some of the most enjoyable country golf in New South Wales, and The Old Vic Inn is the perfect base for a play and stay golf weekend.

Golf Courses Near Canowindra

The Central West is dotted with charming country golf courses, each with its own character:

Canowindra Golf Club

Right on your doorstep, the Canowindra Golf Club offers a welcoming country course with lovely views across the Belubula Valley. It's the kind of course where you're more likely to encounter a kangaroo on the fairway than a waiting group. The club is known for its friendly atmosphere and well-maintained greens — perfect for a relaxed round.

Orange Golf Club (approximately 40 minutes)

One of the premier courses in regional NSW, Orange Golf Club offers a more challenging layout set among mature trees and undulating terrain. It's a beautifully maintained course that regularly hosts regional competitions.

Cowra Golf Club (approximately 30 minutes)

A picturesque course on the banks of the Lachlan River, Cowra offers a flat, walkable layout with water features and well-bunkered greens.

Molong Golf Club (approximately 30 minutes)

A hidden gem, Molong's course is a classic country layout with friendly members and affordable green fees.

Why Choose a Golf Weekend in Canowindra?

1. Affordable green fees. Country golf is a fraction of the cost of city courses. Many courses offer day fees under $50, and some are even cheaper for visitors.

2. No booking stress. Walk-ons are almost always welcome at country courses. No apps, no memberships, no fuss.

3. Scenic courses. You'll play through native bushland, across creek beds, and alongside farmland. It's golf in its most natural setting.

4. Social atmosphere. Country golf clubs are social clubs first. Expect a beer and a yarn in the clubhouse after your round.

5. Combine with other activities. Wine tasting, balloon watching, fishing, or simply relaxing on The Old Vic Inn's veranda — a golf weekend in Canowindra offers plenty of variety.

Where to Stay: The Old Vic Inn

After a day on the course, The Old Vic Inn provides the perfect retreat:

• Comfortable ensuite rooms with heritage character — ideal for resting tired legs

• Licensed restaurant serving hearty meals with local produce and regional wines

• On-site bar — the 19th hole, literally

• Central location on Gaskill Street — easy access to all local facilities

• Lounge areas for relaxing with fellow golfers over a quiet drink

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Planning Your Golf Weekend

Day 1: Arrive and settle in

• Check in to The Old Vic Inn

• Explore Canowindra's main street

• Dinner at our licensed restaurant

• Nightcap at the bar

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Day 2: Golf day

• Morning round at Canowindra Golf Club

• Lunch in town

• Afternoon wine tasting trip to the Orange region (or a second round if you can't get enough)

  
  

Day 3: Explore and depart

• Morning walk through Canowindra's heritage streetscape

• Visit the Age of Fishes Museum

• Brunch before heading home

Group Golf Weekends

Bringing a group? The Old Vic Inn can accommodate golf groups, corporate outings, and social clubs. Contact us to discuss group rates and function spaces for post-golf gatherings.

Book your golf weekend. Visit oldvicinn.com.au or call 02 6344 1009.