Pinner Hill

Pinner Hill, Middlesex

North west London boasts a fantastic parkland experience

Pinner Hill is located in a delightful setting at the top of Pinner Hill surrounded by rolling parkland and mature woods – and the peaceful atmosphere will make you feel a million miles from north west London's suburbia.

Two nine-hole loops of mature fairways and undulating greens will lift and challenge your game while the historic clubhouse awaits you for a welcome drink and, perhaps a bite to eat after your round.

The 6,392-yard parkland is set on the side of a hill, cutting through woodland to offer generous views across London to Docklands and the 'London Eye' and to the North Downs in the south.

Life in the capital is often chaotic so perhaps it is surprising at how much peace and tranquillity you can find at Pinner Hill.

The club also enjoyed a visit from US Open champion Rory McIlroy soon after his triumph at Congressional as he came to film an advert for banking company Santander.

As you make your way around the par-71 course, you will be treated to fantastic views of London and the Docklands and is visible from the London eye.

This course is a fairly open one and you will be able to open your shoulders here on the long holes and shoot for the pin on the short ones. Most holes are free from trees, but there are enough hazards to keep you concentrating.

The course begins with a long par 5 to warm you up. Measuring at 527 yards, it requires an impressive tee shot if you are to reach the green in 3. The hardest hole is the 6th, a long two shotter stretching to 476 yards.

A good approach shot is a must here as the green is tightly guarded by trees that won’t take any prisoners if you aren’t hitting straight.

The club also enjoyed a visit from US Open champion Rory McIlroy soon after his triumph at Congressional as he came to film an advert for banking company Santander. The advert has been widely viewed online; McIlroy hits n incredible trick shot with his back to the green over his head and almost into the hole.