Parys is in excellent condition, a marked improvement on my previous visit. Greens running beautifully and present a challenge. Varied and interesting layout with Vaal River frontage on many holes, notably the par-3 fifth (173 off club tee). The front nine has some formidable holes with narrow landing areas and testing approaches. No 6 is one of SA’s most challenging par 4s (381 off club tee, stroke 1). Scoring opportunities come on the par 5s (4-9-11-18) which have receptive greens complexes and are reachable in two. Memorable finishing stretch alongside the Vaal at 17 and 18 where you have to get your tee shot in play. Excellent value on a weekday with good pace of play.