St.Christopher's Way,
Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset TA8 2PE
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David Haines (PGA Head Professional)The Course:
18 holes. Seaside links. Undulating terrain - a few slopes to climb.
Surroundings:
Coastal duneland.
Designer:
Original design by Charles Gibson (1890); later modifications by Herbert Fowler (1890) and substantial changes by Harry Colt (1913). Channel course designed by Frederick W. "Fred" Hawtree (1977).
9-hole Channel Course (2,793 yards).
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30 miles SW of Bristol
Leave the M4 motorway at exit 22 then follow signs for Burnham and then Berrow.
Burnham & Berrow
Burnham & Berrow Golf Club: Located on the Somerset coast some 30 miles south-west of Bristol, you'll find the classic and much respected seaside links of Burnham & Berrow. On the 18-hole Championship course (versus the 9-hole Channel course), the front-nine runs northward from the town of Burnham-on-Sea, up to and just beyond the village of Berrow. The 'turn' is marked by the well-bunkered par-3 9th, after which nine inward holes lead you continually south back to the clubhouse.
Here at Burnham & Berrow you'll find plenty of sand dunes through which a wonderfully challenging set of golf holes weave their way out and back from the clubhouse. Although the sea is mainly (though not entirely) hidden from view, the natural duneland environment, abundant birdlife and many golfing challenges will keep you fully absorbed.
How trouble-free or taxing your round becomes will depend to a large extent on the accuracy of your ball-striking from the tee. Some tightish drives and precision approach shots are required if you are to hit the usually excellent greens in regulation. Anything struck too far offline will likely be accounted for by a combination of deep grassy rough on the dunes, or thick bushes that are frequently in play on the leftside of several back-nine holes.
Bunkers are not too numerous on this layout, but what is lacking in quantity is more than made up for in depth! For lovers of links golf, Burnham & Berrow is not one to miss - a seaside golf course with a rich history and an excellent reputation.
Visitors welcome on weekdays and weekends. 3 and 4 ball restrictions may apply (check when booking).
Must book in advance. Maximum handicap permitted: men 22; women 30. Proof of handicap required.
Contact club for full details, discounts, packages, etc. [Last updated: 2023].
Players generally walk this course. Golf carts available for hire for medical reasons only.
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Burnham & Berrow has hosted many top level national championships, including the English Amateur, British Ladies Amateur, British Boys and PGA Senior Championships, as well as the Tillman Trophy (a prestigious 72-hole amateur event, whose previous winners include Ernie Els, Ross Fisher, Phil Parkin and Peter Baker). The course is also the regular home of the West of England Open Amateur Championship.
England's 22nd best course (Golf World, 2024).
Britain & Ireland's 50th best course (Golf World, 2025).
St Christopher's Way, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset TA8 2PE
+44 (0)1278 785 760
Visit websiteLocated adjacent to the clubhouse, The Dormy House comprises four twin bedded rooms with en-suite facilities, large lounge with colour television and tea and coffee making facilities
Burnham & Berrow
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Weston-Super-Mare
17 Uphill Road North, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset BS23 4NG
+44 (0)1934 621 401
Visit websiteLocated in one of Weston's finest and quietest residential areas, the Beachlands Hotel overlooks the sand-dunes and 18 hole links golf course and is only 300 yards stroll from a sandy beach.
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Weston-Super-Mare; Burnham & Berrow
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Women’s (British) Open: the last women’s major championship of the season is hosted by Royal Porthcawl GC. It’s the first time this fabulous seaside links course has hosted the event (July 31-Aug 3).
Walker Cup: the 50th playing of this prestigious men’s amateur event sees the GB&I go head-to-head against the defending USA team at Cypress Point Club, California (Sept 6-7). After that, all eyes turn to Bethpage State Park on Long Island, NY, where the American and defending European professional teams engage in the 45th Ryder Cup (Sept 27-29).
Lottie Woad: 21-year-old Woad burst onto the professional scene in July, with wins in the Women’s Irish Open (as an amateur) and three weeks later in the Women’s Scottish Open (as a professional). She nearly picked-up a major championship, placing third in The Evian in the same month.
Pádraig Harrington: the ever-likeable Irishman added the (British) Senior Open Championship title to his stellar array of tournament successes. His win came on Sunningdale’s spectacular Old Course. Harrington had already bagged the U.S. Senior Open title in June this year.
The Dutch: "It's no' just a game", as they say in Scotland, and that's certainly true at The Dutch. With 5-star services throughout, a lavishly comfortable Loch Lomond-inspired clubhouse, and a superbly designed and presented golf course, one could not ask for more from this top-end private club.
Join us at The Dutch from August 21–24 for the Festival of Golf, featuring the HotelPlanner Tour. Experience four days of top-tier sport, live music, incredible food, and unexpected surprises. Explore the grounds, connect with others, embrace new challenges, and dive into an unforgettable celebration. Click here to buy tickets.
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Stay&Play at Prince's: excellent onsite Lodge accommodation available
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