1 Night, 2 Rounds
Shaw Hill sits in 115 acres of Lancashire woodland, a Georgian hotel and championship golf course wrapped in rolling countryside just outside Chorley. The resort has built its reputation on doing the fundamentals properly: a parkland test that asks questions without beating you up, a spa that non-golfers actually want to visit, and accommodation that feels more country retreat than golf hotel. You're close enough to the M6 to make it an easy drive from Manchester or Liverpool, yet far enough into the trees to feel properly away from it all. The setting is genuinely beautiful, the golf is challenging without being punishing, and the hotel strikes the right balance between comfort and character.
Off the course, the facilities step up considerably. There's a full spa and wellness centre, indoor pool, sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi, all included with your stay. The restaurant is well regarded and a real step up from the usual post-round fare, there's a snooker room for those who fancy a few frames, and the Vice Presidents Bar does exactly what a golf club bar should: cold drinks, comfortable seating, and enough space to replay the round without disturbing anyone.
Whether you're planning a long weekend with the society, a couples' break that mixes golf and spa, or a midweek escape to keep your game sharp, Shaw Hill delivers without fuss or fanfare.
Who is this for?
Golfers and mixed groups looking for a quality parkland course, comfortable hotel accommodation and strong on-site facilities in a peaceful Lancashire setting, all within easy reach of the north-west.
Who is it best for?
Mid-to-low handicappers who want a proper golf challenge, couples combining golf with spa and dining, and societies seeking a well-rounded venue with excellent customer service and plenty to do off the course.
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1 Night, 2 Rounds
2 Nights, 3 Rounds
Considered to be one of the finest parkland courses in the North of England, this fair but challenging Par 72 Championship course, gives reward to both the low and high handicapper. The long hitters among you will need to be straight to score well. For the higher handicapper, who hits a true but shorter drive, this is a course that pays dividends if your next shot is from the fairway.
Nick Dougherty, winner on the European Tour and consistently ranked in the top 50 is still affiliated to Shaw Hill. Nick’s various medal’s, trophies and memorabilia are on-display at the hotel for guests and visitors to view.
| Par | 72 |
|---|---|
| Designed by | Laurence Allamby |
| Opened for play | 1925 |
| White | 6,373 yards | SSS 72 |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow | 5,997 yards | SSS 70 |
| Red | 5,454 yards | SSS 73 |
The Georgian hotel anchors the estate, a handsome building that sits above the fairways with views out over the course and surrounding woodland. Inside, the feel is traditional country-house comfort updated with modern conveniences: free Wi-Fi in public areas, well-appointed rooms across three accommodation grades, and a layout that makes it easy to move between golf, dining and leisure without feeling like you're navigating a conference centre.
Rooms are furnished to a high standard across all three levels, with the upper grades offering direct views over the golf course. Expect comfortable beds, decent space, and everything you need for a few nights away without unnecessary frills. The hotel's real strength is how it caters to different types of guest: golfers get quick access to the first tee and the pro shop, spa users have their own dedicated wellness centre, and everyone benefits from the same level of service and attention to detail.
The Country Club facilities are genuinely impressive and set Shaw Hill apart from many golf-focused venues. The spa and wellness centre is the sort of place non-golfers will happily spend an afternoon, with treatment rooms, a relaxation lounge, and all the usual thermal experiences done properly. The indoor pool, sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi are complimentary for all guests, which means you can loosen up after 18 holes or simply unwind if you're not playing. It's a proper facility, not an afterthought, and that makes a real difference if you're travelling with partners or family who aren't as golf-obsessed as you are.
There's also a dedicated snooker and card room, a nice touch for groups who want a bit of variety in the evening. It's the sort of detail that shows Shaw Hill understands what makes a golf break work: quality golf is essential, but so is having something to do when you're not on the course. The balance here is spot on.
Dining is taken seriously. The restaurant serves modern British food with an emphasis on quality ingredients and proper technique, the kind of menu that works whether you're celebrating a tournament win or just want a good meal after a day on the course. The setting overlooks the grounds, which adds to the occasion, and service is attentive without being stuffy. For something more relaxed, the Vice Presidents Bar is exactly what you want after a round: a comfortable space to debrief with a pint in hand, swap stories, and settle any outstanding bets.
Shaw Hill's location makes it a smart base for exploring the north-west's golf. You're well placed for other quality courses in Lancashire and beyond, with plenty of options within easy reach if you want to build a multi-course trip. But the resort is self-contained enough that you don't need to leave: everything you want for a proper golf break is already here, and the woodland setting means you feel a long way from motorways and town centres even though you're not.
David
✓6 May 2026
Very disappointed with the room. Carpet required cleaning. Had quite a few unpleasant stains. Radiators went on during the night and were boiling hot. Unable to turn them down. Unable to get BBC on T.V. In the bath/shower hot water came out of the cold tap and cold from the hot. Only shampoo to hand. Had to step out to the wash basin for shower gel. Didn’t make sense really. No bottled water provided. Why not do as in other places and utilise glass bottles from dining room refilled with tap water. All a bit Fawlty Towers. OK dinner and breakfast. Golf course very nice experience and was well maintained.
Graeme
✓21 Oct 2025
Good facilities and good bar area and restaurant.
Scott
✓22 Sep 2025
Staff were absolutely fantastic! Bar and restaurant very nice. Range of drinks very good, Guinness is excellent. Food was ok, breakfast was very nice. Rooms are very tired, they need updating! Spa also requires updating.
Pat
✓12 Aug 2025
Room clean and comfortable, reception warm and inviting all staff very pleasant a and helpful. Pro shop was currently closing and only basic things available. However the hotel is currently looking after golf and leisure facilities and will shortly be employing a professional. And restocking. Meanwhile make sure your ok for basics - balls, tee pegs, gloves.
David
✓4 Aug 2025
NICE SPACIOUS ROOM, VERY COMFORTABLE. EXCELLENT BREAKFAST. GOOD EVENING MEAL, ONLY US IN THE RESTAURANT, HOTEL CLEARLY NOT BUSY. GOOD SERVICE AT PRO'S SHOP, ORDERED A BUGGY FOR BOTH ROUNDS, NEED IT HERE, WOULD BE A STIFF WALK! OUR WIVES AS NON GOLFERS HAD 30 MINUTES SPA TREATMENT IN LIEU OF GOLF, ENJOYED! OVERALL, PLEASANT STAY, WILL DEFINITELY RETURN.
Peter
✓22 Jul 2025
A beautiful building. There is easy parking, the restaurant offered a good choice with a three course Sunday lunch option that was included in our rate. The room was clean and comfortable. A large swimming pool is part of the spa and opens at 6.30. Perfect. Breakfast v good too. This place is a great find.
Neil
✓9 Jun 2025
I was the organiser an lady on reception told me as such they had upgraded me to luxury suite it was shocking 2 single beds when 12 of our party had double beds room tiny telly on wall my 5y old granson has a bigger I pad the whole room was a let down old an tired
Jean
✓25 May 2025
This was a delightful few days playing golf in the sunshine! The course wasn’t easy with lots of water and slopes to be considered. The hotel rooms were somewhat tired but had everything you needed. The food and staff were exceptional and couldn’t do enough for you…Thank you!
Mick
✓9 Sep 2024
We had a great time the staff was very friendly and helpful Nicki in the bar looking after us all the restaurant staff were very friendly helpful and went out there way to make sure we got everything we wanted reception staff also brilliant in helping us with our visit the golf course was in very good condition even with the weather against them we only got to play 2 out the 3 rounds due to the weather but I would definitely go back again overall well worth the cost the only downside is it’s old building probably listed and not a problem maybe needs a little bit upgrade to rooms as some are better than others but in general very clean and tidy great venue well done all at shaw hall 💙
Margaret
✓7 Sep 2024
Lovely spacious rooms, very clean & comfortable. Food in both the bar & restaurant was very good & staff in both these areas were excellent. Not a huge buffet selection at breakfast would be one small complaint but otherwise there was plenty to choose from the set breakfast menu.
David
✓6 May 2026
Graeme
✓21 Oct 2025
Difficult weather conditions for us. Course was in very good condition and well looked after.
Scott
✓22 Sep 2025
Nice layout. Some challenging holes, and some very playable scoring holes. Course was in good condition, greens had been worked on so we’re not the best but still ok. Overall a very enjoyable and nice course
Pat
✓12 Aug 2025
The greens were fast and in good condition. Some areas of the course particularly just off the fairway were brown and bare. But that’s probably due to hot weather and lack of rain rather than neglect.
David
✓4 Aug 2025
First round tempo was fine however 2nd round frustratingly slow! Groups in front refusing to let through, lots of standing and waiting on every tee! Greens were fantastic!
Peter
✓22 Jul 2025
Very pleased with Shaw Hill. The greens were superb, very true and not too quick. Enough variety of holes to be interesting and difficult. We were able to adjust tee times on both days with the pro shop and members there were extremely friendly and helpful. To be honest - could not have been better!
Neil
✓9 Jun 2025
Course as always was in excellent condition but the round Friday was ruined for me when in our last 4ball 2 walking 2 in buggy the buggy wasn't charged they couldn't play I was fuming I booked this trip 12months ago they also had all morning to make sure buggys were charged I spent holes 4 to 9 on phone to pros shop then your golf travel so my round was alwful they eventually got a buggy over 1hour after are last tee which ruined there round as it was a competition it was shocking that no buggy having been booked 12months in advance wasn't ready ruined my day as organiser
Jean
✓25 May 2025
Not an easy course! With lots of water and slopes to consider it was quite challenging, but having played it twice very enjoyable. The sunshine always helps when playing golf!
Mick
✓9 Sep 2024
Course was great rough was brutal but we also understand the weather didn’t help but in general it was nice and definitely enjoyable the greens were nice credit to the team
Margaret
✓7 Sep 2024
A long course which was very wet due to recent heavy rain & therefore resulted in it being a bit of a slog for our group of five ladies. Machine for cleaning trollies & shoes after golf was not working which was unfortunate considering the mess our shoes & trolley wheels were in.
Check-in from 3pm | Check-out from 10:30am
7-10am
Casual
Shaw Hill Restaurant
No
Yes
No caddies available
Visitors can play saturday 10.21-12.21pm and after 2.14pm and sunday between 11.04-104pm and after 2pm
There are 3 bars on site
There is complimentary car parking
