Golf Courses

The Tanjong Follow

The Tanjong is an 18-hole golf course located on Sentosa Island in Singapore, set against the Singapore Straits with views of metropolitan Singapore, the Southern Islands, and Marina Bay Sands. The course features a par layout with holes ranging from par-3s to par-5s, designed with inspiration from iconic sand belt golfing experiences. A defining characteristic of The Tanjong is its dramatic bunkering-large bunkers rarely seen in Asia, styled after those designed by Alister MacKenzie. The course presents significant strategic challenges through its layout, which incorporates multiple water hazards including creeks, lakes, and island greens. Notable holes include the short par-3 fourth hole, elevated with panoramic views of Singapore's skyline, and the par-5 fifth hole featuring an almost-full island green jutting into a winding lake. The course is highly challenging, featuring undulating fairways, deceiving green complexes with false fronts and inverted designs, and narrow fairways bordered by water and dense forestry. Signature elements include MacKenzie-styled bunkers, waterfall backdrops, elevated tee boxes, and strategic bunkering that demands accurate shot-making. The terrain utilizes Zorro Zoysia grass and incorporates significant elevation changes throughout the back nine.

Wakefield Golf Club Follow

West Yorkshire 6 upcoming events

Wakefield Golf Club is a well-established parkland course located in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, designed by Sandy Herd with bunkering by Dr. Alister MacKenzie. Founded in 1891, it ranks among Yorkshire's oldest private members clubs. The course is a challenging par 72 featuring two loops of nine holes, both starting and finishing at the clubhouse, making it easy to walk. The layout provides an accessible yet testing design that appeals to golfers of varying abilities. The course is maintained to a high standard throughout the season and is particularly renowned for the quality of its greens. The combination of Herd's original design with MacKenzie's strategic bunkering creates an interesting challenge that balances playability with difficulty. The parkland setting provides an attractive playing environment. The course welcomes visitors and societies regularly, many of whom make repeat visits, indicating its reputation as a quality golfing destination. Its accessibility and friendly atmosphere make it popular with organized groups and individual visiting golfers.

Walsall Golf Club Follow

West Midlands 1 upcoming event

Formed in 1907, Walsall Golf Club is an 18-hole course located in the West Midlands near major motorway access. The layout remains largely faithful to Dr. Alister MacKenzie's original design, a significant aspect of the club's heritage. The course features an abundance of sand bunkers strategically positioned to challenge approach shots, with each green demanding precision on the second shot. Tree-lined fairways resulting from a 50-year planting programme define the modern character of the course, requiring greater accuracy from the tee than many comparable layouts. The demanding design and extensive bunkering create a challenging test of golf that emphasizes shot-making skill. The club welcomes visitors and societies, positioning itself as a notable venue for competitive and social golf in the region.

Weston-super-Mare Golf Club Follow

Somerset

Weston-super-Mare Golf Club is an established links course founded in 1892, located on the Somerset coast near the seafront and town centre with views across the Bristol Channel towards Wales. The course was redesigned by renowned golf architect Alister Mackenzie, making it a notable example of his design work. The layout features rolling fairways characteristic of traditional links golf, with challenging wind conditions that demand accurate shot-making for competitive scoring. The course is particularly recognized for its exceptional greens and well-maintained fairways. As a true links course, it presents a demanding test of golf requiring precision and strategic play. The course operates year-round and has earned recognition as an "unsung Mackenzie gem" among golf enthusiasts. Its combination of coastal setting, design pedigree, and consistent conditioning has established it as a respected venue within British golf, attracting both members and visiting players seeking an authentic links experience.

Willesley Park Golf Club Follow

Leicestershire 1 upcoming event

Willesley Park Golf Club is located in Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire, set within 230 acres of gently undulating countryside in the heart of the National Forest. The course is a heath and parkland layout that originally opened in 1920 and was later remodelled by renowned golf course architect Dr Alister MacKenzie, designer of Augusta National. The course winds through the Leicestershire landscape offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Key features include the 1st hole, which requires accuracy through a historic avenue of lime trees, and the challenging 18th, featuring a demanding drive with the green nestled against the clubhouse backdrop. The 18-hole course tests golfers' skills across varied terrain while maintaining the natural beauty of its setting. The club is easily accessible via Junction 12 of the M42, positioned on the approach to the historic market town of Ashby de la Zouch. Willesley Park operates as one of the Midlands' premier golfing venues, accommodating members, visitors, and societies.

Willingdon Golf Club Follow

East Sussex

Willingdon Golf Club is an 18-hole championship course designed by the legendary Alister MacKenzie, nestled in a natural amphitheatre within the South Downs near Eastbourne. Playing as a par 69 from the white tees (6,094 yards) and par 74 for ladies from the yellows (5,841 yards), the course features MacKenzie's signature design elements including two-tier greens and raised putting surfaces that demand precision and strategic thinking. The layout comprises six par 3s and three par 5s, with natural undulations ensuring no two shots are identical. Set against a backdrop of stunning views of the South Downs and English Channel, the course rewards imaginative play and accuracy. The chalk-based subsoil provides excellent year-round drainage, allowing play throughout all seasons when other local courses may be affected by weather. The course's clever design uses subtle elevation changes to create constant challenges. Willingdon caters to visitors, members, and societies, with supporting practice facilities including a putting green, short-game area, chipping range, and GC Quad Launch Monitor for indoor analysis.