Best Golf Break Destinations For Women
If you haven’t done so already, it’s the time of year when thoughts turn to planning your next golf trip, which might coincide with a celebration such as a special birthday, a hen party, or perhaps you’re a Lady Captain arranging an away-day. Of course, there doesn’t have to be a reason, as female golfers never need an excuse for a break with the girls.
For over 25 years I have helped to organize a golf outing for lady members at West Essex Golf Club, and I haven’t missed one! What started as a simple day out for a handful of ladies quickly grew in popularity – a case of FOMO – and within a year or so, 30 plus women wanted more, and a day turned into an overnight break. From every home county and beyond, as well as Le Touquet in France, we have experienced some great venues and each has its own stories to tell!
Alison Root with friends from West Essex Golf Club
(Image credit: Alison Root)
In the early days, a group of women packing their bags to go golfing were few and far between, but that’s definitely not the case anymore, as women love to travel whether it’s for a day out or jetting off to sunnier climes. For example, at Faro Airport, it’s no longer just guys grabbing their golf bag at baggage reclaim, before heading to the Algarve, Portugal’s golfing mecca.
Personally, whilst the quality of the golf course and accommodation is important, and ideally easily accessible – walking distance from the hotel to on-site golf – above all else, what ticks the box is good food, a terrace or an atmospheric bar to enjoy good company and a few drinks, as well as having the option to visit nearby places of interest. If a spa is thrown into the mix, this makes for the absolute perfect venue. I’ve been very fortunate through my role in the golf industry, as well as the annual West Essex outing, to have had the opportunity to enjoy an abundance of golf clubs and resorts, so here is a selection of my favourite UK venues.
Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa, East Anglia
(Image credit: Stoke by Nayland Golf Club)
- Hotel rooms: 80
- Golf: Gainsborough Course, 5322 yards, par 71. Constable Course, 5688 yards, par 72
- Off course facilities: Spa, fitness centre, two restaurants
- Visit Stoke by Nayland website (opens in new tab)
This resort represents excellent value for money. The two 18-hole parkland courses are a thoroughly enjoyable test of golf. The resort is compact and nicely laid out. Bedrooms are notably spacious, but…
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