When is Golf Season in the UK?

Golf is a seasonal sport but that doesn’t mean that the golf season is the same everywhere. Warmer countries, such as Portugal, enjoy year-round sunshine and mild winters meaning a longer golfing season whereas, colder countries with harsh weather conditions have a shorter season. In the UK, it’s somewhere in between. Golf season starts in springtime and finishes at the end of summer but there’s no reason you can’t enjoy playing outside peak season. Take your pick from a selection of fabulous golf resorts and enjoy off-peak, winter and autumn golf trips in the UK at bargain prices.

When is the golf season in the UK?

Golf season in the UK typically starts at the beginning of April and ends in September. During these months, the days are longer and warmer, providing the perfect conditions for golf. However, the UK weather is unpredictable and courses are not always fit for play, even during golf season. For this reason, many UK golfers choose to play golf anytime of the year, whenever weather conditions permit and courses are open. 

Taking a UK golf break in winter 

As long as golf courses are open, you can book an unforgettable golf trip in the winter. If you spot a sunny weekend ahead with no frost or rain, why not arrange a last minute long golf weekend? Make the most of the UK winter sun, enjoy quieter courses and grab yourself an unbeatable off-peak deal, all at the same time.

Check out the Druids Glen Hotel & Golf Resort for a luxury spa retreat in the beautiful Dublin countryside. Test your skills at two of the finest championship golf courses in the UK, the Druids Glen and Heath courses, and then warm up with a relaxing massage at the spa after a cold day on the course. 

Besides, for many golf superfans, weather is no concern. Rain, snow or gale winds, you’ll find them on the course with an umbrella in hand!

Taking a UK golf break in autumn

Autumn is also a great time of year to experience UK golf courses and enjoy out-of-season prices at breathtaking five-star golf resorts. The Hanbury Manor Marriott Hotel & Country Club is located in Hertfordshire, and is home to the magnificent Hanbury Golf Course. Set among the quaint Hertfordshire countryside and Jacobean manor house, golfers can admire the traditional British architecture and colourful autumn leaves falling from the picturesque tree-lined fairways.

We recommend booking your UK golf break at the end of autumn, after golf season and outside of school holidays if possible, for less crowded courses and hotels, and lower prices.

Taking a UK golf break in spring and summer

The spring and summer months are most popular for golfers in the UK as we enjoy some much-needed sunshine, milder weather and near-tropical temperatures, if we are lucky! Whisk your family away to the wonderful British coast and delight in a beach holiday paired with fantastic golf. Dunston Hall in Norfolk offers guests spacious rooms, swimming pool and sauna access, as well as the chance to play at a US PGA-rated golf course. Located just a short drive from the coast, you can keep the kids happy with a variety of family-friendly outdoor activities, too. Just don’t forget your warm clothing and waterproofs, just in case! 

Although the golf season runs from April to September, golf is a sport that can be enjoyed all year round. Browse our selection of stunning UK golf breaks and find the perfect staycation for you, anytime of the year.