Tucked into the heart of Gloucestershire's rolling countryside, Bells Hotel & Country Club delivers exactly what a proper golf break should: a genuine parkland test, comfortable rooms overlooking the fairways and a clubhouse where you can settle in after your round. The 18-hole course sits within the wider Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, close to the England and Wales border, so you're surrounded by woodland, limestone scenery and that proper countryside feel rather than housing estates.
You're also well placed for an easy weekend. It's about an hour's drive from Bristol and Cardiff, and the market town of Coleford is just down the road with a good mix of pubs and places to eat if you fancy a change from the clubhouse. If you've got time between rounds, the Wye Valley is ideal for a leg-stretcher, with riverside walks, viewpoint trails and a few historic spots nearby.
Who is this for?
Golf societies and groups looking for a straightforward, good-value break in the countryside. Couples or small groups who want a relaxed golf-and-stay package without the fuss of a big resort. Anyone planning a weekend away in the South West or South Wales who wants quality parkland golf, comfortable accommodation and easy access to local pubs and scenery.
Who is it best for?
Mid-to-high handicappers who'll enjoy a fair test without being overwhelmed. Groups who value a classic clubhouse atmosphere, decent food and rooms that overlook the course. Golfers who prefer parkland layouts with character over manicured resort courses, and anyone looking for a base to explore the Wye Valley while getting a few rounds in.
