North Downs was established in 1899 as a 5-hole course in the village of Woldingham.

It was remodelled into a 9-hole course a short while later before expanding to 18 holes in 1971, following the acquisition of 31 acres of land from the National Trust. The course is characterised by narrow, tree-lined fairways and small greens. It offers views across the North Downs and towards London.