Find Golf Partners Near You (Without Joining a Club)
Golf is better when you’ve got someone to play with, but finding a partner can be harder than sticking the green on a par 3 for a Greg (green in reg).
Whether you’ve just moved to a new area, don’t have regular golf friends, or simply want to play more often without relying on chaotic, unreliable group chats, this one’s for you.
Here’s how to find local golfers near you without joining a club, paying big fees, or waiting on WhatsApp replies.
🧭 Where to Find Golf Partners (If You're Not in a Club)
You don’t need a membership to play golf or to find playing partners. These are your best options:
1. Use a Golf Partner App Like Alba
Alba connects you with local players based on location, skill level, playing style, and personality.
Whether you're looking for chill social rounds, competitive games, or quick nine-hole evenings, Alba helps you find your crew.
Set your location and availability
Browse nearby games or post your own
Join with a tap - no chasing people for payment
2. Head to Public Courses With Flexible Booking
Courses like Trent Park, Richmond Park, and Dukes Meadows often welcome solo players and may pair you with others.
You can:
Ask to be matched at the starter’s hut
Join weekday twilight slots where solo spots are more common
Or post a round on Alba and invite others to join
👉 See our guide to the best public courses in London
3. Try a Golf Simulator Venue
Simulators like The Golf Rooms, Pitch London, and Urban Golf offer a great vibe for meeting players in a social setting.
You don’t need a handicap or even clubs. You just show up and swing.
👉 See the best golf simulators in London
4. Join Online Golf Communities or Forums
Reddit’s r/golf, Facebook golf groups, and even local Meetup pages can help - though the response rate can be hit and miss. Alba solves this by cutting out the back and forth.
🚫 Why You Don’t Need to Join a Club
Let’s be real: golf clubs can be expensive, formal, and hard to break into.
Annual fees often start at £800+
It’s hard to find players who match your schedule
Social circles are already set
They’re not always beginner-friendly
That’s why more and more golfers are going club-free and using apps, simulators, and public courses to build their own community on their terms.
👫 Golf Is More Fun With People Who Get You
Golf isn’t just about scorecards. It’s about laughs, stories, and good rounds with the right people.
Alba is designed to help you find partners who match your vibe, whether you’re:
A serious player chasing a new PB
A weekend warrior looking for a hit
Or a first-timer finding your feet
