Est. 1908 · Helderberg Basin
Somerset West
Country Club
Sport, community and tradition at the foot of the Helderberg mountains — home to golf, bowls, tennis and squash in the heart of Somerset West.
More than a century of sport in the Helderberg
Founded in 1908 as the Paarde Vlei Golf Club, our club has grown alongside Somerset West itself. In 1956 the addition of tennis courts saw it become the Somerset West Country Club, with bowling greens and further facilities following soon after.
Today the club provides a unifying home for sporting and social life in the Helderberg basin. Our clubhouse — first opened in 1950 and extensively modernised in recent years — offers a welcoming bar, dining and function venues with sweeping views of the Hottentots Holland mountains.
Whether you are a seasoned competitor or simply looking for an active, friendly community, you will find a warm welcome here.
Something for everyone
Four thriving sporting codes share our grounds, each with its own proud history, active leagues and social calendar.
Golf
A course of two halves: a classic parkland front nine around the clubhouse, and a striking links-style back nine framed by man-made dunes — ten new holes designed by Peter Matkovich and opened in 2018. A round here is unlike any other in the Cape.
Bowls
Founded in 1936 and part of the country club family since 1961, our bowls section combines competitive league play with a famously sociable atmosphere. Immaculate greens, friendly coaching and open days make it easy to get started.
Tennis
Established in 1897, we are the oldest tennis club in the Boland — voted the No. 1 tennis club in Sub-Saharan Africa. Six beautifully maintained courts, coaching programmes, and social tennis every Wednesday and Saturday. All ages and levels welcome.
Squash
Fast, competitive and played all year round, whatever the Helderberg weather is doing. Our courts host league sides, internal box leagues and social games through the week, with coaching and racquets available for anyone picking it up for the first time.
Padel is on its way to Somerset West Country Club
The world's fastest-growing racquet sport arrives soon — state-of-the-art glass courts are on the way. Register your interest and be first on court.
Win a trip for two to the 2027 Ryder Cup
Adare Manor, Ireland — flights, accommodation and match-day tickets included. Tickets R1,000, only 3,000 available.
A venue for every occasion
Our modernised clubhouse offers a relaxed bar and three unique function spaces for conferences, celebrations and weddings — accommodating 30 to 120 guests, with menus to suit every style and budget.
Become part of the club
New members are always welcome at Somerset West Country Club. Whether your game is golf, bowls, tennis or squash — or you're waiting for padel to arrive — there's a section ready to welcome you.
Visit us at the club, or send us a message to find out more about membership options, coaching and open days.