London’s top five golf courses

Matt | May 4, 2012 | 0 Comments

Packed with numerous cultural delights and activities which students across the city can enjoy, something which might surprise you is that London is home to quite a few top golf courses. Golfing in the capital may seem expensive, but with the likes of golfing holiday supplier YourGolfTravel.com giving discounts, it’s never been easier and more affordable to play 18 holes. Here are five top courses in and around London worth playing:

London Golf Club

Two courses lie here: the Heritage, designed by the legendary Jack Nicklaus, and the International course. With water hazards placed across both courses, it may be worth taking a few extra balls in case you find yourself having to take a drop shot.

Sunningdale

Here, you get the choice of playing the New and Old courses, with the latter seen as being one of England’s finest. As well as being beautiful, there are plenty of challenges along the way regardless of your ability. Sunningdale is easily accessible by train from some of London’s major stations.

Stoke Park

Close to the west of the M25 in south Buckinghamshire, this country club is a mainstay of lists of the world’s top 100 golf courses. Extended to 27 holes back in 1999 comprising of three loops of nine holes, Stoke Park has features several times on the big screen in films such as Goldfinger and Bridget Jones’s Diary.

Royal Blackheath

As you would expect from what is believed to be England’s oldest golf club, Royal Blackheath has plenty of history behind it. With challenging bunkers on every hole, it’s important to keep your drives straight as even the merest slice could see you drift into the sand. After you’ve finished, a trip to the magnificent clubhouse for some refreshment will be in order.

Royal Wimbledon

Sitting in this leafy part of south London, playing Royal Wimbledon is a fair and interesting test for all golfers. Despite being a comparatively short 6,348 yards (5,627 for female golfers), what it lacks in length is made up for in traps such as bunkers and water hazards. If you fancy a gentle stroll, then for as little as £35, a round here could be yours.

Tags: Golf, London Sport