The United Kingdom has a variety of top-class golf courses and some fantastic self-contained golf resorts, providing an array of on-site facilities. So if you are looking for a golf break in the UK, the choice across England, Wales and Scotland are excellent. All regions offer different character and must-play courses, from heathland courses in the home counties to the classic Open links of the West Coast.
For more information on the most popular UK golf breaks, see the list below;
In 2021, many customers preferred to take their golf holiday in the UK due to the travel issues around Coronavirus and lockdown restrictions. Please read our guide to the best golf break staycations in the UK.
Our regular customers have expressed interest in a UK golf break, either to get away with mates or close family members. Our team has over 60 years of combined experience and has selected some of the United Kingdom golf venues to offer clients the best value for money. Our collection includes major Ryder Cup venues, championship & links golf, and a few hidden gems to discover. Our choices will undoubtedly whet your appetite for a golfing trip on home shores.
Where to Play Golf in England
Golf in England is famous for the historical courses that host The Open Championship, although there are many more to explore. In addition, there is an extensive selection of resorts nationwide with a lot to discover, including some golfing gems for a stay and play golf holiday that we highly recommend.
Here we run through our top recommendations for a golf holiday in England. The southwest has St Mellion International Resort; the South-East has a fantastic choice, with our favourite being The Grove Resort. The Cotswolds have a few gems, and our selection here would be The Manor House. The list continues into the midlands, where it has to be The Belfry, with three of the best golf courses to choose from on-site.
Moving further North to the North East, there is only one choice: the fantastic Slaley Hall. Finally, we would choose the fabulous Carden Park, a quality resort with golf to match for England.
Where to Play Golf in Wales on top-quality courses
Another significant region to play golf on your UK golf break which that it has a much more extensive selection of courses than initially meets the eye. Focusing on South Wales with one of our favourites is the only Welsh Venue to host the Ryder Cup, the award-winning The Celtic Manor Resort. Just a few miles towards Chepstow, our next choice would be St. Pierre Marriott Golf & Country Club.
The last on our Welsh journey located near Cardiff's Capital and vibrant city is the fantastic golf and sports resort, The Vale Resort. Two championship golf courses plus much more is a natural choice for golfers of all abilities.
Where to Play Golf in Scotland and experience the magic of the home of golf
When featuring the United Kingdom, you cannot forget the home of golf, which has a vast array of the best golf courses from which to choose. Synonymous with sweeping coastlines, craggy outcrops and sandy links courses, this region attracts visitors from worldwide for golf weekends away, and it's clear to see why.
We have selected our favourites from the region, including the legendary Old Course Hotel at St Andrew's. In terms of golf, there are some of the best courses in the UK, you must play The Dukes Course and if you get the opportunity, the Old Course too. Just along the coast from St Andrews, we can highly recommend the Fairmont St Andrews Hotel with two excellent courses; The Torrance and The Kittocks.
Across the west coast, we have selected another great venue, The Ailsa Course at the Turnberry Resort. The west coast is littered with famous names, and there are a few less-known masterpieces to discover. We love Turnberry as a base, as the hotel and facilities are just stunning. The views across to Ailsa Craig are unbeatable also.
Next on our list is another British Open venue in the Carnoustie Hotel & Spa; three fantastic examples of/ championship golf courses and accommodation second-to-none. Last is the Gleneagles Hotel with its world-famous PGA Century, Kings and Queens golf courses.
The UK offers excellent golf courses and resorts for weekend golf breaks in the UK. With mild temperatures and low rainfalls, golf is playable all year round. Each region offers the traveller a different option, with a blend of landscapes, coastlines and accommodation and we have excellent golf weekend packages available in each region.
Scotland is the "Home of Golf" and rightly so, offers over 550 golf courses with stunning landscapes and scenery. A golf trip to Scotland could be at St Andrews, Turnberry or Gleneagles; it's no wonder that golf in Scotland is world-renowned with all that is on offer.
Golfing in England provides a vast array of golfing options for your group's golf break. From Slaley Hall in the North East of England down to St Mellion in the South West, the selection is mouth-watering and at a fantastic price golf weekend away too.
Famous for the 2010 Ryder Cup at Celtic Manor, Wales offers fantastic golf trips with world-renowned golf courses.
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Here are some of the best golf resorts in England for a stay and play golf break:
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Our knowledgeable and helpful team will walk you through the planning process. Having visited the area extensively, they can recommend several options for your golf break and tailor a holiday just for you. We will then seamlessly hand you over to a dedicated holiday manager who will take care of things right up until the first tee.
Everyone knows the UKs famously unpredictable climate, which of course makes golf even more interesting at times! Our recommendation is to play in the early Autumn, once the Summer holidays are over, as the courses look great and are that bit better value. There is a difference in the weather across the different regions; however, for the best chance of playing golf in the Sun, July and August are probably your best bets. The low season will be attractive for those brave souls who venture out in the wind & rain, particularly the west coastal resorts where the wind can be particularly challenging.
The United Kingdom offers such a diversity of scenery and terrain that almost every kind of golf course is available for the amateur golfer. Windswept links courses set in grassy dunes, heathland masterpieces and strategically laid-out parkland courses all offer a fantastic challenge for you to experience.
Across the UK there is a range of towns and cities which will offer choices for groups of all sizes when wanting nightlife. The big cities of Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow and London will have a lot of options for bars, restaurants and clubs. Some resorts will have their facilities to cater for groups, as most will have a lounge bar and restaurant. The Belfry is an obvious candidate if you are looking for a party, with on-site nightclub BelAir.
This depends on many things, including the length of your stay. Typically groups stay for 1 night and play 2 rounds of golf, which can range from £99 up to £399 depending on the quality of golf and accommodation that you choose. Our team can assist your group in deciding what the best UK golf resort for your requirements.
Spa and golf breaks in the United Kingdom are very popular with couples and friends. Most resorts offer access to a spa on-site, which is ideal for golfers to relax after a day golfing, or for partners to enjoy during the day. A spa break is a perfect complement to a UK golf break as one can take a break from the real world and unwind in calming surroundings.
Why not try out the excellent value Sunday Driver deals that enable groups to play twice across Sunday and Monday, stay one night and leave on Monday afternoon. We recommend these deals as they are often the best deals on the best-known golf resorts in the UK. Take a look at which UK resorts interest you and contact the 360 Golf Holidays team. We are ready, waiting and keen to tailor-make your next UK golf weekend away.
