Golf Breaks in Dorset
Dorset is home to countless fantastic golf courses. Whether you are seeking a heathland classic such as Ferndown or Parkstone or a bit of coastal golf at Isle of Purbeck, Dorset has a host of amazing golf breaks to enjoy whether it is for a short weekend or longer.
With many of the golf courses within easy reach of Bournemouth golfers often use this as a base before venturing off to explore the many top-rated layouts.
Within easy reach of London and the South East, Dorset is a very popular option for a golf trip and with stunning countryside matched in with coastal views, it is easy to see why!
Dorset is very much associated with heathland golf. While the likes of Berkshire and Surrey will claim to have their fair share of great heathland courses, Dorset is very much up there with its many golf courses which feature within The Top 100 Golf Courses.
The likes of Ferndown, Broadstone and Parkstone form a trio of heathland classics that are amongst the most sought after to play anywhere in the country. This matched in with popular resort golf courses such as Meyrick Park and The Dorset Golf & Country Club make Dorset a golf break that's suitable for all levels of golfer.
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Golfers heading to Dorset looking for a challenge worthy of a low handicap will certainly find their fairway at Ferndown Golf Club. The former stomping ground, although I'm not sure with his dulcet tones he ever really stomped, of the Voice of Golf, Peter Alliss, enjoys 27 holes of golf that has welcomed countless professional and amateur tournaments. With fast-running fairways combined with some of the best greens in Dorset, Ferndown is a golfing treat many visit every year as part of their golf trip.
Other stand out golf courses for low handicappers include Broadstone Golf Club which includes designs from golf course extraordinaire Harry Colt and Parkstone Golf Club which has some of the finest views on a golf course anywhere in the South of England.
Dorset is a very popular spot for golf societies with thousands of golfers heading here each year for their golfing trip. Whether it is a 1 or a 2 night break or something a little longer, Dorset has a wide variety of golf resorts, hotels and courses to explore.
The most visited options for societies are found at the golf resorts of Meyrick Park, which is just moments from Bournemouth city centre and Dorset Golf and Country Club. These hotels enjoy easy access to a golf course just metres from the accommodation, making this a great option for those not looking to travel too far before or after their round. With plenty of options for other golf courses in Dorset to add on the option of playing and staying at these golf resorts are well-recommended.
There is plenty to offer in terms of golf courses for beginners in Dorset. Popular choices include Queens Park Golf Course which is just a short drive from Bournemouth, Crane Valley and Knighton Heath.
Playing these golf courses off the forward tees can make the day all the more enjoyable with less chance of missing the fairways and keeping the ball rolling down the hole.
If you have any queries on which golf courses in Dorset are best for your group, simply speak to our Golf Travel Experts who will be delighted to provide you with their first-hand experience and advice to find the perfect golf break.
The peak season for golf in Dorset is during the Summer when the warmer weather means golfers of all abilities take to the fairways. This is usually accompanied by higher green fees, so why not grab a bargain and look to book a golf break during the autumn or spring seasons.
When to visit
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