England guide

Golf in England

England offers classic links, inland championship layouts, and easy-access golf breaks from major city airports.

Best English golf regions

South Coast: premium links and heathland options near London routes.
Northwest: Open rota heritage courses and strong value clusters.
Midlands: central access and established parkland clubs.
Northeast: scenic links and quieter travel demand.

Best time to travel

May to June: long days with strong course conditions.
July to August: peak availability pressure at top clubs.
September: reliable quality with fewer crowds.
April and October: good value with weather trade-offs.

For highly requested clubs, secure tee times early and include backup rounds nearby.

Golf courses to know by area

South Coast and Southeast

Sunningdale Old Course
Wentworth West Course
Royal St George's
Princes Golf Club

Northwest England

Royal Birkdale
Royal Lytham and St Annes
Hillside Golf Club
Southport and Ainsdale

Midlands

Woodhall Spa Hotchkin Course
Notts Hollinwell
The Belfry Brabazon
Ganton Golf Club

Northeast and Yorkshire Coast

Alwoodley Golf Club
Moortown Golf Club
Seaton Carew Golf Club
Cleveland Golf Club

Nearest airports and transfer times

Heathrow to Surrey and Berkshire golf belt: 25 to 50 minutes
Manchester Airport to Southport area: 50 to 70 minutes
Birmingham Airport to Midlands courses: 35 to 60 minutes
Leeds Bradford Airport to Yorkshire courses: 35 to 55 minutes

Quick map links

Sample 5-day England plan

Arrive London and play one southeast course
Transfer north to Southport area for 2 nights
Play two northwest links rounds
Final round in Midlands en route to departure

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