Taking A Golfing Holiday

Whether you are a novice or an experienced golfer, a golfing holiday is a great way to kick back, relax, and enjoy golf in new surroundings. Obviously, sunshine can’t be guaranteed in Britain, but a good golfing umbrella will always stand you in good stead! So here’s a brief guide to some of the best golfing based holidays in the UK.

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Gleneagles, Perthshire

If you’re new to golf, then a holiday that includes coaching and lessons is a good idea. Gleneagles in Perthshire offers a great golfing experience for the newbie. The weather might be a bit hit and miss, but hey, golfers are used to that, and you might find that the spa and restaurant make up for any wild Scottish weather. With three championship courses, a pitch and putt practice course and a nine hole academy course perfect for beginners, you will be spoilt for choice. Prices start from £335 per room per night, so it’s not cheap – but they also have plenty of special offers.

Hawkstone Park Hotel and Golf Course, Weston-Under-Redcastle, Shropshire

Two championship golf courses, and a beginners 6 hole course academy course, make this another good choice for anyone new to golf – as well as seasoned players. Set in the spectacular surroundings of ancient parkland overlooked by 18th century follies, Hawkstone Hotel is also a great base for exploring the beautiful borderland of Wales. Hawkstone can even boast their very own custom club builder, Gary Pickering, one of only 20 Master Club Builders in the UK. So if you want to exchange your Titleist D3 driver for a custom built club, Gary is your man. Prices for an overnight stay and day on the course start at £99 per person.

Lough Erne Resort, County Fermanagh

For five star luxury, stunning coastal scenery and brilliant golf, look no further than this incredible golf course and hotel complex, set on a private 600 acre peninsula. With a Nick Faldo designed championship course, this newly built resort won IGTOA Golf Resort of the Year 2010, and is a favourite  of Rory McIlroy. With a state-of-the-art practice and tuition centre, on course attendants, a Thai Spa, a fine dining restaurant, and 120 luxurious rooms, Lough Erne offers the ultimate golfing holiday on the Emerald Isle. A ‘Stay and Play’ break includes one night’s B&B with a round on the course, and starts at only £114 per person. They also have other regular offers, so keep checking back.

The Vale Resort, Cardiff, Wales

For four star luxury, an award winning championship course, a 16 bay floodlit driving range, golf academy with video analysis , swing check and professional coaching, as well as an AA starred restaurant, spa, gym and pool, then the Vale Resort just outside of Cardiff should be on your list. The Wales National Golf Course is a course with ample challenges, tricky water features, terrifying bunkers, and mature woodland. To test your golfing mettle, as well as enjoy the perfect weekend getaway, then head for this highly regarded resort in Wales. Prices from £99 per person.

Rob Rudd enjoys writing, golfing and taking holidays. As such, he feels himself well qualified to write about golfing holidays!

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