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Golf Breaks in Kent

Kent Tours - Royal Cinque Ports

Why Book a Golf Break in Kent

One of the most visited Tours in the UK, Kent is a place filled with championship links courses in the South East of England. You will certainly have your game tested along the east coast of the county which also offers spectacular views over the White Cliffs of Dover & English Channel.

The famous courses of Royal St. George's, the number 1 course in England, alongside other's such as Prince's and Royal Cinque Ports need little introduction, however there are also a number of other hidden games that add to the Kent Coast being renowned as one of the best regions for golf in the UK.

Golf on the Kent Coast

Golf in Kent is renowned around the world, Royal St. Georges sits as the crowning course, it is ranked as the top course in England and not surprisingly The Open is returning to Royal St George's for the 15th time and is sure to make more iconic History.

Other courses such as Prince's Golf Club and Royal Cinque Ports who are both former Open hosts add to the incredible high-level quality links courses in Kent. Kent golf breaks also ensure a variety of other gems for all golfing abilities. Courses like; Littlestone, North Foreland and Walmer & Kingsdown all give plenty of choice to ensure the perfect tour in the South East of England.

Our guide to playing the best golf courses in Kent.

Royal St. George's Golf Club, Kent
Royal St. George's Golf Club, Kent
Prince's Golf Club, Kent
Prince's Golf Club, Kent
Royal Cinque Ports Golf Club, Kent
Royal Cinque Ports Golf Club, Kent
Littlestone Golf Club, Kent
Littlestone Golf Club, Kent
North Foreland Golf Club, Kent
North Foreland Golf Club, Kent
Walmer & Kingsdown Golf Club, Kent
Walmer & Kingsdown Golf Club, Kent

Best Golf Courses in Kent

Royal St. George's Golf Club, Kent

Royal St. George's Golf Club

Sandwich, Kent

  • 14 time Open Championship host and will host for the 15th time in 2020, it was the first course to host The Open outside Scotland in 1894.
  • The course has long-reigned as the number 1 course in England.
  • One of the most spectacular golf course masterpieces in the world
  • Known as the most prestigious and illustrious course in England
Prince's Golf Club, Kent

Prince's Golf Club

Sandwich, Kent

  • 27 hole venue with 3 fabulous loops of 9 holes
  • 1932 Open Championship host won by Gene Sarazen
  • Classic seaside links layout that remains somewhat of a hidden gem
Royal Cinque Ports Golf Club, Kent

Royal Cinque Ports Golf Club

Deal, Kent

  • 13th ranked course in England
  • 2 time Open host
  • The course takes advantage of the same fabulous turf as its neighbour Royal St. George's
Littlestone Golf Club, Kent

Littlestone Golf Club

New Romney, Kent

  • Top 100 course in England
  • Ranked as the 4th best course in Kent
  • First created in 1888 but was later redesigned by the great Alister MacKenzie in 1924
North Foreland Golf Club, Kent

North Foreland Golf Club

Broadstairs, Kent

  • Founded in 1903
  • A cliff-top downland course with impressive views
  • Abe Mitchell, who features on the lid of the Ryder Cup was a professional at North Foreland.
Walmer & Kingsdown Golf Club, Kent

Walmer & Kingsdown Golf Club

Deal, Kent

  • Created in 1909 by James Braid
  • Located atop the White Cliffs of Dover with spectacular panoramic views
  • The closest course to Europe in England

Kent Golf Resorts & Hotels

Things to do in Kent off the course

Nightlife

Nightlife

Kent is filled with iconic and historic pubs to enjoy a night out in that reflect the charming region so well.

  • Royal Victoria Pavilion (Iconic National Pub, Ramsgate)
  • The Bohemian (Bar, Deal)
  • Thorley Taverns (Pub, Ramsgate)
  • The Lane (Cocktail Bar, Deal)
  • The Arch Bar (Bar, Ramsgate)
  • The Kings Head (Pub, Deal)
Restaurants

Restaurants

Kent offers a variety of dining options from classic British food to local seafood caught from its shores.

  • The Brasserie on the Bay (British, Sandwich)
  • Flavours by Kumar (Indian, Ramsgate)
  • The Dining Club (European, Deal)
  • The Drill House (Italian, Sandwich)
  • 81 Beach Street (European, Deal)
  • Bon Appetite (Seafood, Ramsgate)
Cycling

Activities

Kent is one of the most historic counties in England is filled with monuments and attractions from centuries passed

  • Shepherd Neame Brewery (Historic Attraction & Tour)
  • Howletts Animal Park (Zoo)
  • Canterbury (Historic City)
  • Cycling Trails Tour (Sports attraction)
  • Ramsgate Tunnels (Historic Attraction)
  • Deal Castle (Historic Attraction)

Suggested Golf Breaks in Kent

North Foreland Golf Club, Kent

Kent Customer Favourites

1 Night, 2 Rounds

Bed and Breakfast at Pegwell Bay Hotel

  • 1 Round at Walmer & Kingsdown Golf Club
  • 1 Round at North Foreland Golf Club
Prince's Golf Club, Kent

Kent Travel Expert Picks

2 Nights, 3 Rounds

Bed and Breakfast at The Bell Hotel

  • 1 Round at North Foreland Golf Club
  • 1 Round at Princes Golf Club
  • 1 Round at Littlestone Golf Club
Royal St. George's Golf Club, Kent

Open Championship Greats

3 Nights, 4 Rounds

Bed and Breakfast at The Lodge at Prince's

  • 1 Round at Royal St. George's Golf Club
  • 1 Round at Royal Cinque Ports Golf Club
  • 1 Round at Prince's Golf Club
  • 1 Round at Littlestone Golf Club

Golf Travel tips for Kent

The ‘Garden of England’ is easily reached from over half of England and offers magnificent parkland, links & Open Championship courses with abundant accommodation and breathtaking scenery.

When to visit Kent for a Golf Break

Best Golfing Weather

May to October

Best Value

April & October

High Season

May, June & September

Low Season

November - March

Frequently asked questions about golf in Kent

What golf tournaments have been played in Kent?

The Open Championship has been played in Kent at Prince's Golf Club, Royal Cinque Ports Golf Club and most recently and most frequently, Royal St George's Golf Club where Collin Morikawa triumphed in 2021. The London Club is another course in Kent that has held professional events having been the host of The European Tour for both The European Tour and Volvo World Matchplay.

What golf courses in Kent are best for societies?

Golf resorts such as Tudor Park and Prince's Golf Club which feature a hotel and golf course on-site are popular choices for societies. Other options include playing some links golf at the likes of Walmer and Kingsdown as part of a Kent golf tour.

How many golf courses are there in Kent?

There are almost 100 courses in the county of Kent so there are plenty of courses to choose from when it comes to taking a golf break in “the garden of England”.

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