DE VERE OULTON HALL 5*

As you would expect, Thomas's layout takes in the natural undulations of the land, but he has used the inherent features of the landscape to create hazards. The greens are very subtle, a feature of the designer's ability to create a good challenge, whilst retaining the course's playability for golfers of all standards.

Adding to Oulton's golfing repertoire is the 9-hole Hall course, which may not be long, but it will be an enjoyable experience for all those who visit on a golf break.

The investment programme has encompassed the clubhouse, which is now a superb two-storey facility with a restaurant and excellent corporate banqueting capabilities.

Oulton Hall is the only 5* golf resort in the north of England, and is currently benefitting from a £7.5 million investment programme. This will only serve to confirm the quality on offer at Oulton Hall, whose Grade II listed mansion is a truly stunning construction.

It has been sympathetically converted to boast 152 guest rooms, including 12 deluxe, and 7 suites. The building itself may be traditional, but the fittings and furnishings of the bedrooms are contemporary, ensuring that visitors receive the best of both worlds.

The surrounding gardens are expertly trimmed and manicured, testament to the attention to detail that allows Oulton Hall to stand apart as a destination for a golf break in the north.

The newly refurbished leisure complex features a sublime swimming pool, a steam room, sauna, gymnasium and aerobics studio. For something a little more sedate, there are a number of health and beauty treatments on offer.

The excellent Brontë Restaurant has been recognised with an AA Rosette, and serves superb French and English cuisine.

The Blayds Restaurant offers diners something a little more informal throughout the day.

Meetings/Conferences

The business centre at De Vere Oulton Hall is the perfect complement to the 5* hotel, with meeting rooms capable of hosting up to 350 delegates. In addition to the charming period features, the conference facilities are complete with advanced audio visual technology, and are supported by a full business service. Because each event is specific, the meeting and conference centre at Oulton Hall, just 6 miles from Leeds, is flexible enough to adapt to your individual requirements.