History
Golfing in the Limuru area began back in 1926 when local farmers Scott, Bradshaw and some neighbours established a course and hotel at what is now the Brakenhurst Baptist Conference Centre. However, the land was sold years later and local golfing enthusiasts began the quest for a new facility. Negotiations with the government over 80 hectares (200 acres) of Crown land began in 1945.
Facilities
Fancy 18 holes of scenic and challenging golf? Or a golf lesson or two? A game of tennis or squash? How about lawn bowls on our magnificent bowling green? Perhaps a weekend of cricket? Maybe a swim? Like to take the fresh air about the golf course or along our jogging track? Or enjoy a beverage and snack while the children make use of our kids play area?
Membership
Limuru Country Club offers great value-for-money memberships to all Kenyans and Kenyan residents as well as participating corporate partners. We also offer a very unique and inexpensive temporary membership package for up to two years for expatriates with very simple application procedures. If you are interested in joining Limuru, do pay us a visit.
Directions
- Take the Nakuru highway North of Nairobi for some 15-20 minutes passing Sigona Golf Club to your left.
- Continue the highway Northwards for a further 10 minutes turning left towards Narok-Naivasha just as the dual carriageway merges into single traffic lanes, and just after the “B3 Narok” road sign to your left.
- Start your kilometer clock at the highway exit. At 0.3 kms, turn right driving back under the highway.
- At 1.5 kms, take the left turn downhill duly passing Limuru Milk Processors to your right – on a clear day, enjoy the view of Aberdare Highlands straight ahead in the distance.
- Passing under the railway bridge and at 3.1 kms, turn right at the t-junction.
- Enjoying the scenic farmland and tea fields, and views back to the Nairobi plains en route, at 6.6 kms you will have reached Tigoni village – please turn right to reach the Club.
- Our entrance is approximately 300 meters on the right side down this ‘road’.
Course Questions
What does “Golf” stand for?
It comes from a medieval Dutch word “kolf” which means “Club”
How many holes are at Limuru?
18
How long does it take to play 18 holes?
4 golfers playing together would normally take 4 hours
How many Clubs can I carry in my golf bag?
Not more than 14 clubs
Is it a must to wear golf shoes?
No, but you should wear shoes that will not slip or will not damage the greens
What do Caddies do?
They carry your bag, look out for your golf ball and offer advice