Brocket Hall’s Melbourne Club is the quintessential English experience
The light is fading over Broadwater Lake; the only sounds are the rustle of weeping willows, the flap of a swan’s wings near the reeds and, right on cue, the crisp plop of a golf ball coming up a yard or two short of the 18th green at The Melbourne Course at Brocket Hall. The errant ball disappears beneath the surface and sends a series of gentle ripples in the direction of the majestic Paine Bridge. As settings go, it’s as serene and tranquil as you could wish to find anywhere in England and, for us, it’s a breathtaking backdrop…
Enjoyment to the fore at La Torre Golf Resort
When my wife told me this year’s family holiday was to a golf resort in Spain, I couldn’t have been happier. Although I’m still relatively new to the game, having started playing during Covid, I’m now officially obsessed. The only problem was that we wouldn’t be alone on this trip: as well as my other half and my two children there would be my mother-in-law, two sisters-in-law, two nieces and two nephews – it was always going to be eventful. We landed in Alicante and made our way down to La Torre golf resort Murcia. There’s an airport 15 minutes…
10 of the best golf courses in Georgia
When someone mentions golf and Georgia in the same sentence minds tend to wander down Magnolia Lane and out onto the verdant green fairways of Amen Corner. There is no escaping the elephant in the room: Augusta National which stands as a symbol of golfing excellence the world over. However, the world of golf in Georgia extends far beyond the home of The Masters. This is our list of the top 10 golf courses in George…
10 of the best golf courses Wales has to offer
Picture yourself amid rolling hills, surrounded by breathtaking views and with a gentle breeze whispering encouragement as you prepare to begin your round. Wales, with its enchanting charm and natural wonder, is home to some of the most exquisite golf courses in the world. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer seeking a new challenge or a novice eager to immerse yourself in the game, Wales not only offers an array of exceptional courses that will leave you inspired and desperate to return. But it also offers incredible value for money when compared to the likes of Scotland, Ireland and England too.…