Top 10 Golf Resorts in the UK

We take a look at the 10 best UK golf breaks

The UK is the world renowned home of golf and boasts a fantastic collection of golf courses alongside 5 star golf resorts and hotels. From championship links courses, to sensational heathland and exquisite parkland courses, there are thousands of jaw dropping golf resorts in the UK to suit any and every golfer! Here’s our list of the 10 best golf breaks in the UK to help you decide where to go on your next holiday.

THE BELFRY HOTEL & RESORT

Renowned for hosting “Four” Ryder Cups, The Belfry needs no introduction. Follow in the footsteps of your golfing legends, and play the notorious Brabazon Course and the PGA National Course. The Derby parkland course also makes for another amazing 18 holes next to the two flagship courses.

The Belfry is located in the heart of the West Midlands, just 20 minutes from Birmingham and is easily accessible from most parts of the UK. The Belfry hotel perfectly matches the quality of the golf courses and offers first-class service and hospitality. On-site facilities include the Health and Wellness Centre, the AquaSpa, plus a superb choice of places to eat and the legendary Bel Air nightclub.

CELTIC MANOR RESORT

Celtic Manor offers the ultimate year-round golfing getaway and is one of the most luxury golf resorts in the UK. The resort hosted the 2010 Ryder Cup and includes three stunning championship golf courses – The Twenty Ten, Montgomerie and Roman Road. 

Best of all, you’re just five minutes’ drive to the Celtic Manor Resort where you can stay at the Coldra Court Hotel with world-class golf just down the road. Enjoy spacious newly refurbished bedrooms, Springs Health Club and The Rib Smokehouse and Grill. The Celtic Manor Resort is set in the beautiful Usk Valley, near Newport, Wales (two minutes from Junction 24 of the M4). Newport Train Station is also only three miles away.

CLOSE HOUSE

Lee Westwood has only two worldwide golf courses and they are both located at Close House. Here, you will also find the North East’s only PGA Academy, making Close House the place to be for the ultimate UK golfing experience.

It is the proud venue for the 2017 British Masters on the European Tour and also provides an incredible 16 suite bedroom accommodation. Following your round of golf, you can relax in one of the luxurious courtyard suites and enjoy the charming atmosphere of the No.19 Restaurant.

The Close House estate is home to a wealth of history and offers guests the chance to visit a beautiful ancient Roman monument and historical icehouse. Close House is also in close proximity to a number of other attractions, such as Hadrian’s Wall, and city escapes, including Newcastle – the bustling city known for its heritage and nightlife.

CARDEN PARK

Carden Park Hotel is the perfect UK golf resort for those looking to book a luxury golf break in the North West. Both the Cheshire Course and the Nicklaus Course are outstanding, with some well placed hazards throughout. With a driving range, short game practice areas, Custom Fitting Studio as well and a PGA Academy, Carden Park ticks all the boxes.

The Spa at Carden opened in 2020 and offers a five-star luxury experience, including an expansive, all-weather proof spa garden and a multitude of indoor thermal facilities. There’s plenty of areas to sit back and relax during your visit.

ST MELLION INTERNATIONAL RESORT

The refined St Mellion International Resort offers Cornish hospitality at its very best and has 36 holes of championship-quality golf. The Nicklaus Course and Kernow Course both provide enjoyable but challenging rounds. The St Mellion Estate recently underwent a £20 million refurbishment, making it an outstanding 4 star golf resort set in 450 acres of Cornish countryside. 

The resort offers so much more than just golf. The Aero Leisure Spa at St Mellion is a superb facility designed for all things health and fitness. The a la carte restaurant An Boesti offers an unparalleled luxury dining experience and uses only locally sourced produce. There is also the more relaxed and informal Bewdern Brasserie which overlooks the 18th green on the Jack Nicklaus course. The Nicklaus Bar also offers a great atmosphere and amazing views across the golf club.

CARNOUSTIE GOLF HOTEL & SPA

The Carnoustie hotel is world renowned for its exquisite golf offering. It has three amazing links golf courses which have gained the reputation as one of the sternest tests of golf anywhere in the world. The championship golf course has hosted The Open six times and has been voted as the top course in Scotland by numerous pros over the years; it offers a truly amazing experience.

The resort offers a deluxe hotel with beautiful picturesque views of the glens, historic castles and distilleries. It also boasts the award winning AA Rosette Dalhousie Restaurant for fine dining which offers freshly prepared meals using local ingredients. The Carnoustie Hotel and Golf Resort is conveniently just one hour’s drive North East of Edinburgh.

PRINCE’S GOLF CLUB, THE LODGES

Located in idyllic Sandwich Bay, The Lodge at Prince’s offers excellent accommodation to match the on-site golf that awaits. The Apartments provide beautiful lodging with views across Prince’s and Royal St George’s. Princes Golf Club has 27 holes of championship golf called the Himalayas, the Dunes and the Shore. These three loops of nine offer a spectacular links experience with beautiful views of the countryside. Legend Gene Sarazen won his first and only Open Championship here in 1932!

There are multiple dining options available at Prince’s. In The Lodge, you’ll find 2AA Rosette Star, Brasserie on The Bay, where the chefs focus on high quality seasonal and local Kentish produce. Prince’s Golf Club offers the ideal luxury golf break in the UK by the sea.

FOREST OF ARDEN MARRIOTT HOTEL AND SPA COUNTRY CLUB

The Forest of Arden Marriott hotel is a firm favourite amongst golfers and offers a great experience both on and off the course. This fantastic golf resort is nestled in 10,000 acres of countryside, while still less than 30 minutes from Birmingham city centre, ideal for golfers coming from all corners of the UK. The Forest of Arden hotel belongs to the Marriott Hotel Group and, as such, upholds the brand’s reputation of high-quality customer service and facilities.

The Forest of Arden is home to two top golf courses. Choose either the former host of the British Masters, the Forest of Arden Golf Course or the slightly shorter but equally enjoyable Aylesford Course.

The award-winning Cast Iron Grill & Restaurant is a brilliant choice for after your round, serving up outstanding international cuisine.

EAST SUSSEX NATIONAL GOLF HOTEL AND SPA

East Sussex National is set within 1100 acres of beautiful countryside, with luxurious 

facilities, quality services and even better golf courses. Guests visit again and again once they have experienced the resort and what it has to offer. The resort is home to The East and West golf courses. Both championship standard courses provide a tough, yet enjoyable round golf in beautiful settings.

If you are hungry, the Huntington’s Restaurant and Carvery has an open-plan style and is the perfect spot to take in the views. For something a little more luxury, you can also enjoy a meal at the two AA Rosette Pavilion Restaurant.

MACDONALD PORTAL GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB

Last but not least on our list of the top 10 golf courses in the UK: Macdonald Portal Golf and Country Club. The championship course was voted ‘Golf Course of the Year’ in 1995, after only five years of opening, and has gone on to establish itself as one of the finest Golf courses in northern Europe.

Portal Golf Club offers two stunning 18-hole golf courses: the Portal Premier and the Portal Championship course. Both are well established and offer the perfect opportunity to test your game.

The club is home to the Scottish Steakhouse which serves delicious steaks and is known for its excellent customer service. Dine in a relaxed and friendly environment, with food sourced from the best Scottish farms.

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