Thetford: High Lodge Adventure Golf launches

Published:
4:32 PM April 3, 2022

While it may be too late to gain entry to the upcoming Masters golf tournament, players can try their hand at a new Adventure golf course based in Thetford Forest.

The new 18 hole game, located in High Lodge, Thetford, is a forestry themed adventure course which puts players’ putting skills to the test.

The attraction, which opened for the first time on Saturday (April 2), has already proven a hit with the forest’s visitors.

Chris Auberry, 28, director of High Lodge Adventure Golf, said: “We did our research at High Lodge and knew it was a popular destination for families.

Frankie, 5, and Nigel, 68 at High Lodge Adventure Golf.
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“We thought it would be a good fit for us and go down well with the other activities already at the site.”

Eleanor and Harry Moylan at High Lodge Adventure Golf.
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And after Mr Auberry posted sneak preview photos of the course on social media, hundreds of excited families commented on how much they were looking forward to picking up their putters.

The Overman family at High Lodge Adventure Golf.
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For Mr Auberry, it was exactly the reaction he was hoping for.

He added: “We just can’t wait to get started now and we’re so pleased we got the course completed in time for the Easter holidays.

A woman takes a swing at High Lodge Adventure Golf.
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“We’ve had a brilliant reaction so far and had so many pre-bookings.

“With the weather improving, we’re hoping for a busy start.”

Eleanor Moylan and her brother Harry on the course at High Lodge.
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Mr Auberry, who is from Wokingham, runs the High Lodge Adventure Golf alongside business partner Jack Robinson but has employed staff to look after the day-to-day running of the course.

High Lodge is operated by Forestry England and offers a range of activities to be enjoyed by the whole family such as Go Ape, Forest Segway and numerous walking and cycling trails.

The Hunt family in action at High Lodge Adventure Golf.
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The golf course costs £ 5 per person for ages four and over, while children three and under are free with an adult. Customers can pre-book online or just turn up and play.

Leah and George beneath the Windmill at High Lodge Adventure Golf.
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Its opening times are 10 am-6pm on weekends and school / bank holidays and 10 am-6pm on Thursdays-Sundays during term time.

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