Forsgate Country Club
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![]() Aerial view of Forsgate Country Club | |
Club information | |
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Location | Monroe, New Jersey, U.S. |
Established | 1931[1] |
Owned by | Metropolitan Golf Group |
Operated by | Metropolitan Golf Group |
Total holes | 36 |
Events hosted | Forsgate Foundation Charity Classic |
Website | http://www.forsgatecc.com |
Banks Course | |
Designed by | Charles Banks |
Par | 71 |
Length | 6,932 yards |
Course rating | 73.4/138 |
Palmer Course | |
Designed by | Hal Purdy & Others |
Par | 72 |
Length | 6,737 yards |
Course rating | 72.0/138 |
Forsgate Country Club is a family oriented, private country club located in Monroe Township, New Jersey. The club has two distinctively different eighteen hole golf courses, an historic 30,000 sq. ft. clubhouse with member-only dining, tennis court, a pool, and fitness center. The club is available to non-members for meetings, catering, and golf outings.
Whether you are looking for premier golf, an exceptional wedding venue, or simply an ideal family retreat, Forsgate Country Club has it all. At Forsgate, you can relax, indulge your hobbies, enjoy a leisurely lunch or dinner, spend quality time with your family, and develop new friendships.
Memberships are available for individuals, families, or corporations. You do not need to be sponsored to join! Forsgate is committed to being the region's premier private country club, providing its members and guests with exceptional service.
Banks Course
[edit]The Banks Course was created by Charles “Steamshovel” Banks in 1931.[1] The historic Banks Course was designed by Charles H. Banks, one of America's celebrated "Golden Age" architects. Regarded as an architectural gem, the "traditional" design of the Banks Course features many holes inspired by some of the legendary Scottish courses, as well as Banks' signature steep and dramatic greenside bunkers. The course is consistently ranked as a MET Top 50 Golf course [2] and "Best in State" by Golf Digest.
Banks Course Featured Hole 12
[edit]This Horseshoe completely surrounded by bunkers, this par three is a copy of many elevated short holes in Scotland. "Buried elephants" is one way to describe the horseshoe-shaped undulation.[citation needed]
Palmer Course
[edit]The scenic Palmer Course, which includes holes designed by Arnold Palmer, features water hazards on 10 of its holes and is enjoyable for golfers of all skill levels. Originally created by Hal Purdy in 1961, but redesigned in 1995 by the Arnold Palmer Group and again in 2007 by Steven Kay.
Events
[edit]For over 80 years, Forsgate Country Club has had the honor of helping couples, corporations, and the families celebrate their special day in great style. They are an elegant setting for any type of event—no member sponsorship required!
Let their talented and detail-oriented staff work with you to customize a superb reception, a special menu and a memorable day. The picturesque setting of Forsgate Country Club provides countless and distinctive photo opportunities. The historical clubhouse offers six spacious rooms, with the largest having capacity at up to 400 guests. The Saint Andrew's Boardroom is the perfect small meeting space for 2-20 guests, while the Highlands Ballroom with expansive views provides 6,000 square feet of flexible function space. They also have an our outdoor terrace that overlooks the renowned Banks Course’s dramatic greens.
Forsgate prides itself in the customization of special events and our accommodating staff is known for its detailed planning and commitment to flawless execution. Whether you are looking to host a corporate meeting, a golf outing or a significant milestone, Forsgate is the perfect setting.
References
[edit]- ^ a b Whiting, John (October 3, 2015). The Search for the 50 Most Beautiful Golf Holes in New Jersey: A Tribute to New Jersey’s Contribution to the Beauty and Legacy of Golf in America. Lulu Press. ISBN 1105595102.
Sources
[edit]- MET Top 50 Golf Courses
- Forsgate's Full List of Accolades
- Met Golfer's - "Two For Forsgate" (Sept. 2021)
- "12 of the Best Biarritz Holes in the U.S." - Links Magazine
- "Grade A Architecture" Review of Banks Course
- Golf Digest - Best Courses in New Jersey (2021-2022) Banks Course
- Top100GolfCourses.com Forsgate's Banks Course Up By Nine Spots
- Justin Rohrig Wins PGA Assistant Professional of the Year