Braintree Golf Club was founded in 1891, the third oldest club in Essex and moved to its present site in June 1973. It is a par 70 parkland golf course featuring tree lined fairways, water hazards and fast true greens.

Braintree Golf Club has been on the East of England PGA tour circuit since 1992 and is regarded by professionals and amateurs alike as a golf course that demands accurate ball striking and good golf course management.