COURSE REVIEW: The best of the south west
Woodbury Park (pictured above)
Devon
7,314 yards, par 72
Quick Guide: WOODBURY PARK boasts two courses that reside in 550 acres of stunning parkland and has an equally impressive backdrop.
The championship-standard Oaks Course is certainly one for the big hitters, especially off the backs, and features rolling fairways that are lined by mature trees and high quality, well-protected greens – especially the 18th, which is guarded by a lake in full view of the clubhouse.
Added to this is the Acorns, which at 2,297 yards with a par of 32, is played out over similar terrain and has beautiful views of the Exe Valley.
Location: 10 miles from J30 of M5
Green fees: Oaks £26 (weekdays and weekends)
Special offers: £32 for 18 holes and meal. Play-and-stay packages also available, call for details
www.woodburypark.co.uk
01395 233 382
ST Mellion (pictured below)
Cornwall
7,008 yards, par 72
Quick Guide: ST MELLION has been restored to its former glory and this
year opened its doors to the revamped Nicklaus Signature and Kernow
courses.
As one of just three Nicklaus designs in the UK, the major changes here
have seen every bunker upgraded in addition to new championship tees.
However, the big changes in elevation and superb contours still remain,
as well as some of the best short holes you are likely to find anywhere
in the country. The £20m transformation also includes a new four-star
hotel and clubhouse.
Location: 7 miles west of Plymouth
Green fees: From £28 (weekdays); £35 (weekends)
Special offer: Golf breaks from £99pp per night
www.st-mellion.co.uk
01579 351 351
Willingcott Valley
Devon
6,447 yards, par 72
Quick Guide: SET in a natural valley with views out towards Exmoor and Lundy Island, Willingcott is a distinctive parkland track.
Much of its charm is based on the changes in elevation and the series of ponds and lakes that feature on nine of its 18 holes.
Location: 10 miles north of Barnstaple
Green fees: £25 (weekdays); £32 (weekends)
Special offers: Play-and-stay packages available, call for details
www.willingcottgolf.co.uk
01271 870 173
Carlyon Bay
Cornwall
6,758 yards, par 72
Quick Guide: STRETCHING out along the cliffs of Carlyon Bay, this
championship course is beautiful and dramatic. Having a parkland feel,
the rolling fairways give way to spectacular sea views.
Location: Near St Austell, off A390
Green fees: £28 (weekdays and weekends)
Special offer: Play-and-stay deals available with accommodation at Carlyon Bay Hotel, call for details
www.carlyongolf.com
01726 814 228
Saunton
Devon
6,779 yards, Par 71
Quick Guide: WITH plenty of long par 4s, and some testing short holes, the East Course at Saunton is a links good enough to host the Open Championship.
Location: 8 miles from Barnstaple
Green fees: £42 per day (weekdays and weekends)
Special offer: Winter rate includes a meal
www.sauntongolf.co.uk
01271 812 436
Staddon Heights
Devon
6,164 yards, Par 70
Quick Guide: A FANTASTIC cliff-top course that has commanding views across Plymouth sound to the historic Hoe and the city beyond.
Location: 5 miles from Plymouth
Green fees: £28 (weekdays); £32 (weekends)
Special offer: Call for latest offers and society packages
www.shgc.uk.net
01752 402 475
Okehampton
Devon
5,294 yards, Par 68
Quick Guide: OKEHAMPTON, in the heart of Devon, is sheltered by the highest tors of Dartmoor, on the north of the National Park.
Location: 20 miles west of Exeter
Green fees: £15 (weekdays and weekends)
Special offer: Group packages (eight or more) available from £13
www.okehamptongolfclub.co.uk
01837 52 113
Ashbury Golf Hotel
Devon
Quick Guide: FEW places offer a choice of seven courses. Yet, at the foothills of Dartmoor National Park, is all this and more with a huge range of other sports facilities on site.
Location: 25 miles from Exeter
Green fees: See website
Special offer: Visit the website to view autumn and winter packages that offer great value
www.manorhousehotel.co.uk
01837 530 53
Roserrow
Cornwall
6,551 yards, Par 72
Quick Guide: THIS relatively young course makes the most of its location with stunning views of Hayle Bay and Puffin Island.
Location: 6 miles north of Wadebridge
Green fees: £17 per round; £20 per day
Special offer: See website for a great selection of packages
www.roserrow.co.uk
01208 863 000
Bude & North
Cornwall
6,057 yards, Par 71
Quick Guide: THIS challenging links, established in 1891, is one of Cornwall’s finest courses.
Location: Just outside Bude
Green fees: £30 per day (weekdays); £30 per round (weekends)
Special offer: £25.50 for coffee, 18 holes, two-course meal (min 8 people)
www.budegolf.co.uk
01288 352 006
Where to stay
Inn on the green
Cornwall
Quick Guide: IDEALLY located on the north Cornwall coast, the golfing delights of both Devon and Cornwall are easily within reach.
Location: Bude town centre, close to golf course
Special offer: Discounted green fees at many local courses for residents
www.innonthegreen.co.uk
01288 356 013
St Enodoc Hotel
Cornwall
Quick Guide: OFFERING views across the Camel Estuary towards Padstow, this hotel is on the doorstep of St Enodoc’s two challenging links courses.
Location: Seven miles north west of Wadebrdge
Special offer: Individual golf breaks available, contact for more information
www.enodoc-hotel.co.uk
01208 863 394