Pattingham, Shropshire (10 mins from Jct 3 of M54, 30 mins NW of Birmingham).

The stunning par 72 parkland hotel golf course, designed by the legendary John Jacobs, winds its way through beautifully mature trees and incorporates several testing water hazards. Measuring 6412 yards off the back tees, the course will definitely test every golfer, while also providing an enjoyable challenge in memorable surroundings.

Patshull Park Hotel, Golf & Country Club is situated amongst wonderfully mature trees, rolling parkland and expansive lakes in a beautiful 280 acre Shropshire estate that was designed by the renowned Capability Brown back in the 18th century. The 49 well appointed bedrooms are all tastefully furnished, with many overlooking the golf course and those with a lake view are complete with a balcony or patio.

The Lakeside Restaurant serves imaginatively created dishes made from local produce and for less formal meals there is Earl's Brasserie that offers a range of tasty snacks and bar meals throughout the day. The Kingfisher Bar is perfect when you just want to sit, relax and perhaps enjoy a convivial drink or two. The hotel also offers a good size indoor pool, jacuzzi, steam rooms, saunas and solarium.

To stay in shape, there is the cardiovascular suite and the fully equipped gymnasium for the more energetic. Or when you just want to pamper yourself, what better way than by enjoying one of the many treatments from the beauty therapist.