Ranked #35 in Canada by SCOREGolf
Set on one of the most spectacular pieces of land in southwestern Ontario, St. Thomas Golf and Country Club is a Stanley Thompson masterpiece. Designed by Thompson in 1922 and later altered by Robbie Robinson, the course has truly withstood the test of time and continues to provide a stern challenge today. With tree-lined fairways that meander through the rolling terrain and some of the most demanding putting surfaces in the province, a round at St. Thomas always requires your full attention.
Our exceptional golf course is what truly defines St. Thomas as a player’s club. It’s history of hosting great tournaments has seen the likes of Moe Norman, George Knudson, and Mike Weir each win on its fairways. But even if you’re not at the level of those Canadian greats, St. Thomas is still a thoroughly enjoyable experience. With incredible conditioning and an eminently playable course, St. Thomas will give you a thrill and keep you coming back for more.
Come and find out for yourself why St. Thomas Golf & Country Club is the best golf course in Southern Ontario.
History. Tradition. Pride.
Established in 1899, it is one of Canada’s oldest golf clubs, celebrating 125 years of excellence in 2024. Originally a 9-hole course, members relocated in 1908 due to a racetrack being built nearby, adopting the name Elgin Golf and Country Club. By the early 1920s, the club had moved again to its current location, where the renowned Stanley Thompson was engaged to design an 18-hole course that opened in 1926. Playing here is like stepping back in time, where every hole tells a story of over a century of golfing tradition.
"What I remember about St. Thomas is so many uneven lies that were one of the challenges and the greens had many subtle breaks that also made it difficult. I recall playing really solid golf to win the Ontario Amateur there."
"And then he’d walk some more and smile and let his creativity flourish as he created one of Canada’s most entertaining and challenging courses. I can’t wait to return. I can never wait to return, the course is that special. Thanks, Stanley.”
“It really places a premium on hitting the fairway and putting it in the right spots off the tee, and obviously its main defense are the great greens. It’s a thinking man’s golf course where you have to play the angles. I love the test.”
Mission Statement
St Thomas Golf & Country Club is dedicated to the delivery of exceptional golf and social experiences; committed to making a club that is viewed by its members as a great place to belong, by its employees as a rewarding place to work, and by the community as a positive contributor.
VISION STATEMENT
Establish St Thomas Golf & Country Club as the first choice for those seeking the best private club experience in our area through a commitment to enduring excellence.
CORE VALUES
The core values of the Club are:
-Continual and incremental improvement of the golf course that reflects excellence in its condition and playability
-Respect fellow members, staff and golf course
-Foster a family-friendly and welcoming membership that encourages inclusion and participation
-Promote social engagement with a variety of activities and events
-Provide a member experience that will exceed the expectations of members and guests in both golf services and hospitality
-Manage the Club in a fiscally prudent, sustainable manner
-Be a responsible member of the community
-Be conscientious about the environment
-Honour our distinguished history and the Club's legacy