Newtown Square Golf Course Among Nation's Best: Forbes

NEWTOWN SQUARE, PA — When it comes to exclusivity and excellence, a Delaware County golf spot is among the nation's best.

Forbes recently published its list of "The Top 20 Most Exclusive Golf And Country Clubs In America Honored With Platinum Status."

Among the featured clubs was Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square.

Merion Golf Club was listed at No. 9.

Here's what Forbes has to say about Aronimink:

Located just outside of Philadelphia in Newtown Square, Aronimink dates back to 1896 when the Belmont Cricket Club created it. The Donald Ross-designed course is consistently rated one of the finest and most challenging in the United States. With over 300 members, initiation is rumored to start at $65,000 with $12,500 yearly dues.

Nearby, Ardmore's Merion Golf Club was listed at No. 6.

Forbes drafted the list after examining the clubs' universal recognition, excellence in amenities and facilities, caliber of staff and professional service levels, quality of membership, governance & prudent fiscal management, and adapting to changing times, and overall experience.

See the full list here.