LATEST NEWS

Construction of new par three course underway in Czech Republic

  • Lhotka

    A new six-hole par three course is the second phase of development at Golf Park Lhotka

  • Lhotka

    Phase one involved construction of a clubhouse, short game area, driving range, putting green and adventure golf

Richard Humphreys
By Richard Humphreys

Construction of a new six-hole par three course, designed by golf course architect Jonathan Davison, is underway at Golf Park Lhotka in Ostrava, Czech Republic.

The layout is the second phase of a golf development project at the facility. The first phase involved the building of a clubhouse, short game area, 250-metre long driving range with two teeing areas, putting green and adventure golf course.

“It's not a big project but the type of development which is needed across the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Poland,” said Davison. “Small golf resorts close to cities are needed to introduce the game to new golfers. That is what makes Golf Park Lhotka an important project for me.”

The course has been designed to be enjoyable for new golfers, and it features six par threes that range from 56 to 105 yards.

“There is simple green contouring and minimal bunkering, just enough to give some character to the course,” said Davison.

Construction is being handled in-house, with shaping by Chris Horn, an Englishman based in Ostrava. According to Davison, seeding will be completed in autumn 2018, and the entire project is expected to be finished by the end of the year, ahead of a spring 2019 opening.

Fall 2025 issue of ASGCA’s By Design magazine is out now
Magazine, News | Wed 10 Sep, 2025

Fall 2025 issue of ASGCA’s By Design magazine is out now

New issue covers desert golf course design, David Fay’s career and the Fazio renovation at Interlachen in Florida

The July 2025 issue of Golf Course Architecture is out now!
Magazine, News | Thu 10 Jul, 2025

The July 2025 issue of Golf Course Architecture is out now!

We visit Trump Aberdeen, Comporta and Baltusrol, speak with Rees Jones, and ask if anyone likes a long par three

FEATURE ARTICLES

Not for a long shot?
USGA/Fred Vuich
Feature | Adam Lawrence

Not for a long shot?

Why are players, who can comfortably reach a 600-yard ‘par five’ in two, so hostile to long one-shotters? Adam Lawrence investigates

La Moye: A new direction
Mackenzie & Ebert
Report | Richard Humphreys

La Moye: A new direction

Jersey club takes first step to balance nines, add variety and make the most of its duneland site

Ryder Cup 2025: Five holes to look out for at Bethpage Black
Michael Reaves/PGA of America
Opinion | Richard Humphreys

Ryder Cup 2025: Five holes to look out for at Bethpage Black

GCA picks out a selection of holes on the AW Tillinghast/Joseph Burbeck layout that could prove critical in this year’s contest

Moon Palace: New moon in the Dominican Republic
Wallgrow International
Report | Richard Humphreys

Moon Palace: New moon in the Dominican Republic

Greg Norman’s firm has designed an 18-hole course for a luxury resort in Punta Cana

Farm Neck: Reestablishing a sand-and-scrub identity
Patrick Koenig
Interview | Hal Phillips

Farm Neck: Reestablishing a sand-and-scrub identity

Hal Phillips speaks with golf course architect Mark Mungeam about creating more cohesion between the nines at the Martha’s Vineyard club

Wichita CC: Set for the future
Tripp Davis
Report | Richard Humphreys

Wichita CC: Set for the future

Tripp Davis oversees renewal of infrastructure and subtle design changes to Bill Diddel layout

Ryder Cup 2025: An interview with Bethpage’s director of agronomy
Heritage Landscape Supply Group
Interview | Richard Humphreys

Ryder Cup 2025: An interview with Bethpage’s director of agronomy

With the US-Europe contest fast approaching, GCA speaks with Andrew Wilson about how the Black course is well set to host “golf’s biggest tournament”

Bethpage Black: Getting ready for the Ryder Cup
PGA of America/Gary W. Kellner
Interview | Richard Humphreys

Bethpage Black: Getting ready for the Ryder Cup

Rees Jones speaks to GCA about his work at the New York course and preparations for golf’s biggest contest

Past as prologue: Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black casts light on golf history
Bethpage State Park
Opinion | Mark Wagner

Past as prologue: Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black casts light on golf history

Mark Wagner speaks with Bethpage’s super Michael Hadley and architects RTJ II, Rees Jones and Mark Mungeam about the Black’s Ryder Cup role, WPA roots and lasting impact on public golf

Terras da Comporta: A tough act to follow
James Hogg
On site | Adam Lawrence

Terras da Comporta: A tough act to follow

The new Torre course has a lot to live up to given that the resort's Dunas course is regarded as the country’s best. But it doesn’t do too badly, says Adam Lawrence

Hann Reserve: A new city with golf at its heart
Hann Reserve
Report | Richard Humphreys

Hann Reserve: A new city with golf at its heart

A new resort and residential development in the Philippines is centred around three golf courses

Gopher Watch Competition – July 2025
Gopher Watch, News | Thu 10 Jul, 2025

Gopher Watch Competition – July 2025

Which course has Sandy the gopher visited this month?

MOST POPULAR

FEATURED BUSINESSES