(available all year)
Weston-under-Redcastle, North Shropshire (30 mins north of Shrewsbury, 1 hour south of Manchester)
Hawkstone Park Hotel, set in 400 acres of idyllic parkland, has 66 fully refurbished en suite bedrooms. The facility was originally built in 1790 as an inn to entertain visitors to Hawkstone Park and Follies, one of the greatest historical parklands of Britain - described as a woodland fantasy of hidden pathways, concealed grottos, spectacular cliffs, secret tunnels and a remarkable collection of Follies. The Hawkstone Restaurant offers a high standard of freshly prepared cuisine that blends traditional British dishes with classical French. The Terrace Bar serves drinks all day and has a varied menu providing a great place to relax after a round. The hotel also makes an ideal base for touring the area. As well as many local attractions, guests can enjoy the nearby medieval town of Shrewsbury, the historic city of Chester and the Welsh Borders.
Follow in the footsteps of golfing legend Sandy Lyle who learned his game at Hawkstone Park. The stunning landscape provides golfers of all standards a wonderful contrast with two championship courses and a six hole par 3 academy course.
Hawkstone (Hawkstone Park)
The Hawkstone Course, which opened in 1920, meanders through some of the most dramatic landscape in England. The course is a traditional British parkland design with fairways lined with Oak and Birch trees and is renowned for its spectacular views.
18 Holes, Par 72, Yardage 6491. Parkland.Show Card
Championship (Hawkstone Park)
The Chamionship course was designed by former Ryder Captain and player, Brian Huggett, and was opened in 1995. Also a parkland course with many American style features, it has developed very quickly, well beyond its young years.
18 Holes, Par 72, Yardage 6476. Parkland.Show Card
Academy Course (Hawkstone Park)
The Academy Course was originally part of the Weston Course and has now been developed into a challenging six hole par 3 course which is perfect for beginners and intermediate golfers (and as a warm-up for more experienced golfers before they tackle the other two championship layouts).
6 Holes, Par 18, Yardage 0. .