UK Links & Heathland Winter Golf
Experience quiet fairways & low prices this winter
Links and heathland golf courses in the UK offer exceptional year-round quality, draining superbly to ensure firm fairways and true greens even through the cooler months. Winter rates are often significantly lower than peak-season prices, making this the perfect time to experience world-class golf with unrivalled value for money.
Our UK golf experts have curated a selection of top-rated destinations that combine outstanding course conditions with excellent seasonal savings from November to March. Whether you’re teeing it up on a classic coastal links or a pristine inland heathland, winter golf in the UK delivers both performance and affordability.
We’ve handpicked a handful of the very best offers at some of the top links and heathland venues in the UK so you can enjoy premium golf experiences at unbeatable value.
Why book a UK winter golf break
- Excellent value for money
- Play Open Championship and Open Qualifying courses
- Links & heathland golf courses are in great condition during winter months
- Add excitement to your game with unpredictable weather conditions
- Battle the elements & experience golf in its truest form
- Pick your tee times & take advantage of courses in quieter periods
What makes winter golf so special?
Play more golf this season and enjoy exclusive savings between November and February at venues such as Gullane, Royal Dublin, and Isle of Purbeck. What's more, these hand-picked courses are highly rated for their winter playability and conditions.
Links, commonly located within coastal regions, and heathland courses thrive during the milder winter months. These courses have been carefully selected by our team of experts because they boast highly effective drainage systems, commonly derived from their sand-based structure, allowing for exceptional golf no matter the weather.
These unpredictable weather conditions can add an exciting dramatic twist to your game, challenging your skills and testing how you adapt to unpredictable conditions, providing the perfect concoction for a memorable round. Battle the elements on your next UK golf trip!
Best destinations for winter golf
With the varied topography of the UK, there is a wide range of golfing options which thrive in winter conditions.
Swansea Swansea is a fantastic base for a golf break in South Wales, with access to some of the country’s finest links. Chief among them is Royal Porthcawl Golf Club, widely regarded as the No.1 course in Wales and a regular host of major tournaments, including The Senior Open. Located on the Glamorgan coast, this classic links layout offers sweeping sea views from almost every hole and a true test of skill, especially when the wind is up. With its blend of natural beauty, championship pedigree, and Welsh hospitality, Swansea is a must-visit destination for golfers.
Bournemouth Bournemouth is renowned for its extensive heathland, which is teeming with plants and wildlife. Heathland is ideal for winter golf due to its fast-drying soil, which provides excellent drainage. One of the most notable courses in Bournemouth is the Isle of Purbeck Golf Club, set in a heathland nature reserve, there is an abundance of gorse and heather framing the fairways as well as a wide variety of protected plants and wildlife.
St Andrews Based on the East Coast of Scotland St Andrews is in no need of an introduction. Enjoy two stunning coastal links courses, The Torrance and The Kittocks, in the comfort of 5-star luxury. The Torrance golf course hosted The Open Qualifying Championship in 2010 and is a bucket list must-play golf course for anybody visiting the area.
Surrey Surrey is one of England’s premier golfing counties, home to some of the most prestigious heathland courses in the world. Venues such as Sunningdale, offer a championship pedigree and timeless design, with fast-running fairways framed by pines, heather, and gorse. Many clubs in the area have hosted Ryder Cups, European Tour events, and Open Qualifying, making it a true hub for serious golfers. Just outside London and easily accessible, Surrey combines golfing tradition with modern luxury.
Northern Ireland Golf here is designed to survive the harshest of weather conditions and flourishes with an abundance of fantastic links golf. A truly legendary course is based at Ardglass Golf Club. Traversing along the craggy coastline of the Irish Sea the views on this course are nothing short of spectacular.
