Sandford Springs Golf Course

Where to Stay: Sandford Springs Hotel & Golf Club

Sandford Springs Golf Club

Sandford Springs makes an excellent golf break in the rolling hills of Berkshire and Hampshire. There are 27 holes of Championship golf on offer as well as superb practice facilities making Sandford Springs an excellent choice for groups, societies, and couples. 

The three loops of nine holes named: The Park, The Woods and The Lakes complete this fantastic golf course that was opened for play by Nick Faldo in 1989.

Hawtree and Sons have designed the Course.

Most would regard the Park as the easier of the three loops but rest assured, the condition is tip top and a thoroughly enjoyable challenge. The 9th hole is an excellent driveable par 4 downhill to a green 270 yards away. However, only the brave would take on as you must clear a significant water hazard to land on the dancefloor. The Woods is heavily tree-lined, as the same suggests, with mature oak and beech trees framing most of the fairways, and only straight tee shots will give you seriously scorable opportunities. The woods would be our favourite nine holes on offer and is a real test for all levels of golfer. 

The Lakes has five holes where water comes into play. The 3rd hole on this loop is an excellent little par 3 that requires a precise shot over the water to a green where a straight putt is like winning the lottery.

Sanford Springs makes for a perfect weekend getaway.