Golf Breaks in UK & Ireland

Golf Breaks in England

Home to many host courses on The Open Championship rota as well as many other prestigious events, England has a wealth of fantastic golf courses both on the coast and inland. Combined with some of the best 19th Holes in golf, a golf break here never disappoints.

Top golf courses & golf resorts for a golf break in England:

• The Belfry
• East Sussex National
• Old Thorns
• Breadsall Priory
• Carden Park

Golf Breaks in Scotland

The Home Of Golf doesn't need too much of an introduction. Experience the history of the game's origins, playing some of the world's most iconic courses set within breathtaking scenery.

Top golf courses & golf resorts for a golf break in Scotland:

• Fairmont St Andrews
• Trump Turnberry
• Gleneagles
• Spey Valley
• The Old Course Hotel

Golf Breaks in Ireland

Guinness and Golf are a wonderful combination when visiting the island of Ireland. From majestic links to inland beauties, there's a golfing gem to suit all abilities with jaw-dropping views and lively local pubs to top it off.

Top golf courses & golf resorts for a golf break in Ireland:

• Druids Glen
• Adare Manor
• Lough Erne
• Fota Island
• The K Club
• Killeen Castle

Golf Breaks in Wales

Rolling hills in the countryside, bustling city centres and world-class golf courses. Wales is a sublime destination for golfers looking for a Staycation a little closer to home that guarantees Championship roots.

Top golf courses & golf resorts for a golf break in Wales:

• Celtic Manor
• The Vale
• Marriott St Pierre
• Royal Porthcawl Golf Club
• Royal St David's Golf Club

Golf Breaks in Northern Ireland

Home to an Open Championship layout and a course that regularly tops the World Ranking lists. Combine these epic golf locations with coastal retreats, cities, history and culture to discover the wonders of Northern Ireland.

Top golf courses & golf resorts for a golf break in Northern Ireland:

• Lough Erne
• Galgorm Resort
• Slieve Donard
• Royal Portrush
• Royal County Down

Popular UK Golf Break Destinations

• South East England
• St Andrews
• North West England
• West Midlands
• South West Ireland
• South Wales
• Scottish Highlands

Golf Resorts in the UK

Our recommended stay & play UK golf break packages, golf weekends, UK golf deals and special offers as voted for by you.

• Fairmont St Andrews, Scotland
• The Belfry, England
• Druids Glen, Ireland
• Slaley Hall, England
• Trump Turnberry Resort, Scotland
• Carton House, Ireland
• Rockliffe Hall, England
• Celtic Manor Resort, Wales
• Gleneagles, Scotland
• St Mellion Resort, England

UK Golf & Spa Breaks

The UK is home to a wealth of fantastic golf and spa destinations. The likes of Gleneagles, The Old Course Hotel, Trump Turnberry are well recommended for those wanting a golf and spa break in Scotland, whilst those visiting England can enjoy memorable experiences at Rockliffe Hall in the North East, Bovey Castle in the South West or Whittlebury Hall in the Midlands.

Those venturing to Wales will be greeted by a wide-variety of leisure activities at The Celtic Manor and The Vale while The K Club & Galgorm Spa Resort on the Emerald Isle are perfect for relaxing after golf, whether it is great golf courses or relaxing spa on the agenda both parties are sure to have a fantastic experience.

Golf Tours & City Breaks in the UK

Experience the best in golf, taking a golf tour is about seeking out memorable golf courses combined with easy access to great food and drink in the evening with popular bars and restaurants.

• Bournemouth
• St Andrews
• Southport
• Dublin
• Swansea
• Kent
• Nottingham
• Birmingham
• Glasgow

Sunday Drivers in the UK

The most popular UK golf break special offer is found by travelling on a Sunday. These Sunday Driver deals are significantly discounted to include not only a Sunday night stay but golf on both the Sunday afternoon and Monday morning.

These golf breaks can see you playing the very best golf courses, such as The Brabazon course at The Belfry or The Twenty Ten at The Celtic Manor for savings of up to 50% on staying on a Friday or Saturday night.

• Save up to 50% on standard rate
• Less golfers on the course
• Experience great courses at lower rates
• Save your annual leave & play over a Bank Holiday

Championship Golf in the UK

It doesn't take long to find some of the fantastic championship memories and experiences while on a UK golf break with golf courses that have hosted the Ryder Cup at The K Club Golf & Spa Resort, The Celtic Manor, Gleneagles, The Belfry in Sutton Coldfield and Walton Heath.

Open Championships at The Old Course, St Andrews, Royal Birkdale, Royal Portrush or Carnoustie and European Tour hosts like The Grove, East Sussex National in the South or Forest of Arden Marriott Hotel & Country Club in the West Midlands.

Luxury Golf Hotels in the UK

There are few better feelings than completing a leisurely round of golf then retiring to a hotel of the utmost luxury where first-class service and the ultimate attention to details await.

• Bovey Castle, England
• The Grove, England
• Gleneagles, Scotland
• Trump Turnberry, Scotland
• The Old Course Hotel, Scotland
• The K Club, Ireland
• Slieve Donard, Northern Ireland
• Adare Manor, Ireland
• Celtic Manor, Wales

Royal County Down

Newcastle, Co. Down

• Ranked best course in Europe and 4th best worldwide
• Designed by Old Tom Morris, 3 time Irish Open host
• Sensational backdrop of the Slieve Donard Mountains and The Irish Sea
• Rory Mcilroy's favourite golf course

The Old Course

St Andrews Links, Fife

• Most likely the most famous, historic and iconic course in the world
• Widely recognised as 'The Home of Golf'
• 29 time host of the Open Championship
• 5th ranked course in the world

Royal Birkdale Golf Club

Southport, Merseyside

• 10 time Open Championship and twice Ryder Cup host
• One of the finest and most recognised championship courses in the world
• 3rd ranked course in England, Top 50 in the World
• Palmer, Trevino, Miller, Watson & Spieth have all won The Open here

The Ailsa Course, Turnberry

Girvan, Ayrshire

• Ranked 4th in Scotland, 14th in the world
• 90 minutes from Glasgow
• Last course to be added to The Open rota, host 4 times
• Dramatic coastline location with sensational views
• Host to the famous 1977 'Duel in the sun' between Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson

Royal Portrush

County Antrim

• Dunluce Links course is ranked 2nd best in Ireland, 15th in the world
• Only Irish course to host The Open Championship (2019 & 1951)
• Home course to both Darren Clarke and Graeme McDowell
• A classic Harry Colt designed seaside links with sensational ocean views

Royal Dornoch Golf Club

Dornoch, Sutherland

• Ranked inside the top 10 courses in Scotland
• Royal status for over 100 years
• Tom Watson once quoted as saying "The most fun i've ever had on a golf course"

Rob Houston

I have been lucky enough to travel pretty extensively for golf throughout the UK.

From Inverness to Cornwall then across the Irish sea there really is not much that I cannot talk about or recommend playing in the UK & Ireland, whether that be a resort based trip or a city centre hotel and local courses.

Give Rob a call on 0800 043 6644 to arrange your next golf break in the UK & Ireland.