Top Golf Destinations

London is not only England's capital city, but is a global leader in the arts, commerce, entertainment and fashion. Legendary sites like Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and St Paul's Cathedral have made London a popular destination—one that was ranked as the most visited city in the world in 2015. No stranger to sport, London has hosted the Olympics three times, most recently in 2012. The city is also ...home to five Premier League Football clubs! There's plenty of choice for golfers too, with many beautiful courses in greater London. Why not make your play at Reigate Hill, a stunning course with beautiful views of the Surrey countryside? Designed with all players in mind, Reigate Hill is just one of many outstanding courses waiting to challenge golfers from around the globe. More Less

Birmingham is England's largest city outside London, offering travelers a blend of world-class galleries, stimulating museums and a very famous chocolate factory. Birmingham's strong sporting heritage can be felt worldwide, with the concept of the Football League and lawn tennis both originating from the city. For golfers, some of England's most beautiful courses are close to the city, with many m...ore nearby on the outskirts of Birmingham. Be sure to tee off at The Belfry, a four-time Ryder Cup host featuring three spectacular courses—Brabazon, Derby and PGA National. Every course is designed and maintained to offer a satisfying round of golf for any player. More Less

Bristol is a city straddling the River Avon in the southwest of England with a prosperous maritime history. Enveloped in the rolling hills of the southwest countryside, Bristol has its own unmistakable identity. Its former city-centre port is now a cultural hub, the Harbourside, where the M Shed museum explores local social and industrial heritage. The harbour's 19th-century warehouses now contain... restaurants, shops and cultural institutions. Golf is also a prime pastime with plenty of courses to choose from! Amongst these rests, Bristol Golf Club is a well-maintained golf course that is playable all year round, thanks to the high-quality maintenance and draining facilities. More Less

Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, in Tyne and Wear, is a vibrant city in North East England. Once a major shipbuilding and manufacturing hub during the Industrial Revolution, Newcastle is now a centre of business, arts and sciences. A city with a strong sporting tradition, Newcastle United Football Club have been based at St James Park since they were founded in 1892. Geordie golfers have plenty of choice, wit...h many courses in the area. Make sure to play Slaley Hall during your visit! The 9th hole is a mix between Augusta's 13th Azalea and 18th Holly, and the entire course waits to test the range and accuracy of any and every golfer. More Less

An international hot spot for culture and sport, Liverpool is a major destination in the northwest of England. Home to Liverpool FC and Everton FC, Liverpool is the most successful footballing city in England. Additionally, Liverpool is known around the world for its music and is considered the World Capital City of Pop! For golfers, some of the best courses can be found in and around the city, in...cluding the Royal Liverpool Golf Club, which has hosted The Open Championship on a number of occasions. Why not tee off at Lee Park Golf Club? Opened in 1954, Lee Park was the first golf course in Britain to be built following the end of World War II and provides golfers of all skill levels a rewarding challenge. More Less

Northern Ireland is home to some of the world's top golfers and the courses they grew up on. Belfast—Northern Ireland's capital—is the second largest city in the island of Ireland, and home to the Golfing Union of Ireland, the governing body for men's amateur golf in Ireland and the oldest golfing union in the world. With courses close to the city and further afield, Belfast is a gateway to some o...f the most beautiful golf clubs in the UK and Ireland. Galgorm Castle Golf Club, home of the NI Open, is only 40 minutes from Belfast City Centre and is well worth a visit. Nestled in a stunning 220-acre estate, the course is just one example of spectacular golf in Northern Ireland. More Less

Glasgow is a cultural hub, home to the Scottish Opera and Scottish Ballet. And as the largest city in "the birthplace of golf," Glasgow offers countless opportunities for golfers from around the globe to experience the game on traditional courses across the island. The world's oldest golf tournament and golf's first major, The Open Championship, was first played in 1860 at Prestwick Golf Club, and... the course still features six of the original greens in use today. Book your round at the Westerwood Hotel and Golf Resort and enjoy golf set in 400 acres at the foot of the Campsie Hills. This world heritage site was originally settled on by Gladiators in A.D. 142 and has since become a magnificent golf course for players of every level. More Less

Home to the legendary Robin Hood, Nottingham is a hub for culture, arts and entertainment, as well as being a major sporting centre. Nottingham was named 'Home of English Sport' in October 2015, and it is a perfect city break destination. During your visit, tee off at Morley Hayes Golf Complex. Boasting a championship-length 18-hole course, and a shorter 9-hole course this is a modern design, whic...h is specifically set up with the visiting golfer in mind. More Less

Norwich sits the River Wensum in East Anglia, and lies about 100 miles north-east of London. Norwich is also the most complete medieval city in the UK, and has a flourishing arts, music and cultural scene with many museums, theatres, ancient pubs and cobbled streets. Best of all, golfers are spoilt for choice with numerous golf courses near the city to play. Plan your round at Dunston Hall, a supe...rb golf course that has been carefully designed and cleverly contoured around its wooded parkland estate. More Less

The Scottish Highlands is an amazing combination of culture, history and breathtaking scenery, all providing a stunning backdrop for golf! Home to Britain's largest national park and its highest peak in Ben Nevis, the treks are not for the faint-hearted. And if you haven't heard of Loch Ness … oh boy, you're in for a treat! And if that was not enough, the Scottish Highlands feature some spectacula...r golf courses, including Cullen Golf Club, Mavertson Golf Club or even Spey Bay Golf Course. Designed by the legendary Ben Sayers, the Spey Bay Golf Course was opened in 1907. The gentle layout is renowned as one of the finest on the Moray coast and lies waiting for you to test your game. More Less

Bournemouth, a large coastal resort town on the south coast of England, sits directly east of the Jurassic Coast. Known worldwide for its free festivals and events, Bournemouth has become a recognised destination for tourists and golfers. The town's coastal rowing club, which was established in 1865, is reported to be the oldest sporting association in the county. Moors Valley Golf Course is just ...one of the outstanding tracks awaiting golfers. The golf course makes its way through the valley of the Moors River and is renowned for its quality design, with plenty of interesting holes that will keep golfers of all skill levels focused from start to finish. More Less

Ireland's capital and largest city, Dublin, sits on the east coast of the emerald isle at the mouth of the River Liffey. A cultural city, Dublin is home to Temple Bar, the Guinness Storehouse and Trinity College. Dublin is also a central location from which to take on more than 300 golf courses spread across Ireland, with some of the most beautiful links in the world. The Montgomerie Course at Car...ton House has hosted The Irish Open, and Colin Montgomerie's design gives golfers a different experience on every hole. More Less

Leeds is a city in the English county of Yorkshire filled with history and opportunities for an outstanding golf experience. On the south bank of the River Aire, the Royal Armouries houses the national collection of arms and artillery. Across the river, the redeveloped industrial area around Call Lane is famed for its bars under converted railway arches and live music venues. Pack the golf clubs a...nd head to a selection of fine courses including Forest of Galtres, Cookridge Hall and Forest Pines. Cookridge Hall is a par-72 championship course with a good blend of holes. Several doglegs, some tough par 5s and a couple of lakes that come into play on both the front and back nine. More Less

Fringed by the Cheshire Plain to the south and the Pennines to the north and east, Manchester is a stone's throw from some of the most beautiful courses in England. A sporting city, Manchester is home to two Premier League football clubs, Manchester United and Manchester City. For golfers, greater Manchester features a variety of excellent tracks that are made to play. Tee off at Mottram Hall, a p...ar-72 championship golf course that was designed by the international golf architect, Dave Thomas. More Less

Scotland is widely regarded as "the birthplace of golf," and its capital city, Edinburgh, is a destination favoured by golfers from all over the globe. Situated in Scotland's Central Belt, Edinburgh lies on the Firth of Forth's southern shore. Edinburgh Castle, in the city centre, is home to Scotland's crown jewels and the Stone of Destiny. For an excellent round, coastal views of the North Sea gr...eet you at the Fairmont St Andrews Golf Resort. More Less

Cardiff, Wales' Capital city, offers a startling range of unique attractions, amazing entertainment and top class golf—everything you look for in a travel destination. A port city on the south coast of Wales, Cardiff sits where the River Taff meets the Severn Estuary. The revitalised waterfront at Cardiff Bay includes the Wales Millennium Centre—home of the national opera, orchestra, theater and d...ance companies—plus shops at Mermaid Quay. Sporting venues in the city include the Millennium Stadium, SWALEC Stadium, Cardiff City Stadium, Cardiff International Sports Stadium and Cardiff Arms Park. The city was awarded the title of "European City of Sport" twice, so why not pack the clubs and make a break for it? Home to the Vale Resort, Bryn Meadows Golf Club and Cardiff Golf club, golfers have their pick of scenic and stunning courses to choose from! More Less