from the Experts in Golf Holidays
✍️ Rob Houston | ⏰ 8 min read
South Coast & Pembrokeshire
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Swansea
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North West & Harlech
1 Night, 2 Rounds
Being surrounded on every side by 3 powerhouses of golf in Scotland, Ireland and England, Wales is often overlooked as a golfing destination, a travesty, considering the truly world-class golf that is on offer there. Wales has played host to a number of international tournaments, including the Ryder Cup in 2010 at Celtic Manor and the Senior Open Championship, which has been at Royal Porthcawl twice in the last 4 years.
Wales, with miles of charming coastline and acres of untouched countryside, is full of hidden gems that make for some epic golf, a real rising star in the golfing world.
Read on to discover the courses our experts have played and consider the best in Wales or check out some of the best golf holiday deals in Wales >>
Occupying the same stretch of glorious coastline as the best course in Wales, Royal Porthcawl, means expectations are sky high for Pyle & Kenfig, the course rises to that challenge.
'P & K', as the locals call refer to it, has a wonderful variety of views, including that of the Gower Peninsula and the Welsh Mountains. The track is a true links, rare in Wales, and rolls across the natural hillocks and valleys beautifully.
More info on Pyle & Kenfig Golf Club >>
| Pyle & Kenfig Golf Club facts | |
|---|---|
| Location | Bridgend, Wales |
| Length | 6,860 yards |
| Par | 71 |
| Designed by | Harry Colt, J.H. Taylor |
| Established | 1922 |
| Where to stay | Soath Coast |
"The winds here can be very strong, the back 9 is incredible with massive sand dunes and amazing views."
Rob (UK & Ireland Team: Handicap 16)
Call 0800 043 6644 to speak to Rob about playing this course.
South Coast & Pembrokeshire
1 Night, 2 Rounds
South Coast & Pembrokeshire
1 Night, 2 Rounds
The Wales National is superbly conditioned, thanks in part to its USGA specification greens, with its collection of water hazards and acres of sand trouble is never too far away.
Measuring 7,400+ yards from the back tees it is challenging, yes, but the Wales National is a wonderful treat that every golfer will enjoy.
More info on The Vale Wales National Course >>
| The Vale Wales National Course facts | |
|---|---|
| Location | Vale of Glamorgan, Wales |
| Length | 7,433 yards |
| Par | 73 |
| Designed by | Peter Johnson |
| Established | 2003 |
| Where to stay | The Vale Resort, Cardiff |
"Some fairways are really wide, some are like bowling alleys, so there’s a great variety of tee shots to consider & with a tonne of water in play, particularly around the signature stretch of holes from the 13th onwards, the course really keeps you on your toes from start to finish!"
Rory (Marketing: Handicap 7)
Call 0800 043 6644 to speak to Rory about playing this course.
South East & Cardiff
1 Night, 2 Rounds
The highest point on a golf course not only in Wales but the UK is West Monmouthshire Golf Club. The par-4 14th's tee with incredible views is one of the best vistas anywhere in golf.
Wales has more than 200 golf courses to enjoy as part of your next golf trip. Whether it is a Championship golf experience at Ryder Cup host The Celtic Manor or a links golf extravaganza playing the likes of Royal Porthcawl, Pyle and Kenfig or even Wales' answer to Pebble Beach, Nefyn and District Golf Club, Wales has it all to offer. With spectacular scenery afforded by National Parks and the picturesque Welsh coast line, golf here is something to behold.
Handicap: 18
Favourite Course: Royal Portrush
My 'Expert' areas: Wales, Scotland, Open Championship Courses
Best trip I've done: Trump Turnberry
Where my next trip is to: Valderrama,the first European Ryder Cup venue.
Give Rob a call on 0800 043 6644 to arrange your next golf break.
UK & Ireland Golf Expert