Churston Golf Club

Churston Golf Club is perched above Tor Bay on Devon's south coast, with big views that run from Brixham in the east across to Torquay in the west. If you like a bit of scenery with your scorecard, you'll get plenty of it here, especially on the more exposed holes where the wind can have a real say.

The course layout was designed by Harry Colt, and it shows in the way the holes sit on the land. You don't need to be a long hitter to enjoy it, but you do need to think your way round. Pick the right side of the fairway, respect the slopes and take the steady option when the breeze gets up, and you'll give yourself far more chances than trying to force it. The clifftop setting means wind is often a factor, and the coastal views provide a proper backdrop throughout the round.

Off the course, the modern clubhouse does the job nicely for both pre-round organisation and the all-important post-round debrief, with a comfortable setting to take in the coastal outlook.

Who is this for?
Golfers planning a Devon break who want a scenic round on a Colt-designed track where placement and course management matter more than distance.

Who is it best for?
Mid-handicappers and above who enjoy plotting their way round, plus societies looking for a straightforward day out with good hospitality and easy access to Torbay's coastal towns. If you're building a Devon golf break, include this on your next trip.