Herefordshire and the surrounding counties are home to a fantastic selection of golf courses, from welcoming clubs perfect for a relaxed round with friends to championship-standard courses that provide a real challenge.
Whether you’re planning a golfing weekend, combining golf with a family holiday or simply fitting in a round during your stay, you’ll find excellent courses within easy reach of all our properties.
Over the years we’ve welcomed many golfers, and we’ve also asked local golfers where they would recommend playing. These are the courses that consistently come highly recommended.
All of these courses are within approximately 15–35 minutes of our properties, making it easy to enjoy a different course each day during your stay.
Frequently recommended by local golfers as one of the area’s premier courses, Ross-on-Wye Golf Club offers a challenging tree-lined 18-hole parkland course maintained to an exceptionally high standard.
Best suited to golfers with a recognised handicap, the course combines excellent greens, mature fairways and a rewarding layout with first-class facilities. The award-winning PGA professional shop offers equipment, clothing, custom fitting and lessons with PGA professionals, while the welcoming clubhouse serves excellent food and drinks throughout the day.
If you’re only planning to play one course during your stay, Ross-on-Wye Golf Club would be our first recommendation.
Set within the historic Rolls Estate at The Hendre, The Rolls of Monmouth is one of the region’s most spectacular championship golf courses, combining challenging golf with breathtaking views across the Welsh countryside.
Measuring over 6,700 yards, the course rewards thoughtful course management and is best suited to experienced golfers looking for a rewarding test. The rolling terrain means many visitors choose to hire a buggy, allowing them to enjoy both the golf and the scenery. Visitors are welcome throughout the week, with excellent clubhouse facilities and practice areas completing the experience.
Friendly, welcoming and relaxed, South Herefordshire Golf Club is an excellent choice for golfers of all abilities.
The course offers a more forgiving layout than some of the area’s more challenging courses, making it ideal for an enjoyable round. Visitors can also make use of the excellent practice facilities, including a floodlit Toptracer driving range and a separate 9-hole par 3 course—perfect for beginners, families or anyone looking to sharpen their short game. With panoramic views across Herefordshire, Gloucestershire and the Welsh Hills, it’s a pleasure to play whatever your handicap.
Set high above the historic town of Monmouth, Monmouth Golf enjoys spectacular views across the Wye Valley, Forest of Dean and Welsh Hills. Often referred to as the “Jewel in the Hills”, it’s a picturesque 18-hole parkland course that offers an enjoyable round for golfers of all abilities.
Under new ownership, the course continues to benefit from ongoing investment and improvements. Visitors are warmly welcomed, with affordable green fees, buggy and club hire, and a friendly clubhouse making it an excellent choice for a relaxed day on the course.
Alexander Park Resort is an excellent choice for beginners, families and golfers looking for a relaxed, enjoyable round.
Its 18-hole course offers an easy walking layout that can be enjoyed by golfers of all abilities, while the impressive practice facilities make it a great place to learn or improve your game. The resort also features one of the region’s best floodlit Toptracer driving ranges, PGA coaching, a bistro, spa and gym, making it easy to turn a round of golf into a full day out.
Equipment | Ross-on-Wye Golf Club | The Rolls of Monmouth | South Herefordshire Golf Club | Monmouth Golf Club | Alexandra Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penblaith Barn
| 20 minutes (13 miles)
| 23 minutes (10 miles)
| 23 minutes (13 miles)
| 15 minutes (6 miles)
| 34 minutes (22 miles)
|
Trevase Granary | 18 minutes (11 miles)
| 28 minutes (13 miles)
| 20 minutes (10 miles)
| 20 minutes (11 miles)
| 32 minutes (20 miles)
|
Old Barn House
| 15 minutes (11 miles) | 26 minutes (13 miles)
| 20 minutes (10 miles)
| 18 minutes (12 miles) | 30 minutes (19 miles)
|
Bettws Court Retreats
| 25 minutes (15 miles)
| 30 minutes (15 miles)
| 25 minutes (14 miles)
| 27 minutes (13 miles)
| 32 minutes (20 miles)
|
Approximate driving times shown as a guide.
Ross-on-Wye, South Herefordshire and Monmouth Golf can all comfortably be played during the same short break, giving you three very different golfing experiences within easy reach of your accommodation.
A great golfing holiday doesn’t end on the 18th green.
Return to your countryside accommodation to relax in the hot tub, enjoy a barbecue during the summer months or settle into one of the area’s welcoming country pubs to compare scorecards over dinner
If you’re travelling with family or friends who aren’t golfing, our Discover the Area section features hundreds of attractions, food and drink experiences, walks, gardens, restaurants and activities to help everyone enjoy their stay.
Looking for a country pub after your round? Planning dinner with friends or searching for somewhere special to celebrate a great score?
Our Discover the Area section includes pubs, restaurants, cafés and local recommendations to help you make the most of your golfing break.
Ross-on-Wye Golf Club is often our first recommendation for experienced golfers thanks to its excellent course condition, facilities and overall experience. However, each course offers something different, depending on your ability and the type of round you’re looking for.
Yes. Alexandra Park Golf in Ledbury and South Herefordshire Golf Club are both popular choices for newer golfers and those looking for a more relaxed round.
This varies between clubs. Some courses are more relaxed than others, while championship courses may require a handicap at certain times. We recommend checking directly with the golf club before booking.
Many clubs offer buggy hire and professional shops. Availability varies, so we recommend contacting the club before your visit.
Absolutely. All of the golf courses featured above are within easy driving distance of our properties, making it easy to enjoy a different course each day.
Yes. All of the golf courses featured on this page welcome visitors, although booking in advance is recommended, particularly during weekends and the summer months.
Absolutely. While some members of your group are on the course, others can explore Herefordshire’s gardens, market towns, cafés, walking routes and attractions.
Whether you’re planning a dedicated golfing holiday, playing a different course each day or simply fitting in a round while exploring Herefordshire, our countryside properties provide the perfect base to stay, play and relax.
