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Kingswood, Surrey KT20 6JS
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Golf Academy at Surrey Downs.The Course:
18 holes. Tree-lined & open parkland. Undulating terrain - a few slopes to climb.
Surroundings:
Woodland and open countryside.
Designer:
Peter Alliss & Clive Clarke
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18 miles S of central London
Leave M25 at exit 8 direction A217 Reigate / Sutton. Follow slip road to roundabout, and take the A217 direction Central London / Sutton. After 2.5 mls at 3rd roundabout on A217, turn right into Bonsor Drive, direction Chipstead / Coulsdon. After o.4 mls turn right into Waterhouse Lane (B2032), direction Coulsdon. After o.8 mls turn right into Surrey Downs golf.
Surrey Downs Golf Club: Measuring just 6,300 yards off the back tees, this very pleasant parkland course was obviously not intended for professional tournaments, but it will give any club or weekend golfer an excellent workout.
With generally long par-3's (countering several short-ish par 4's), a few blind drives to sloping fairways and very unforgiving long grass beyond the semi-rough, Alliss's design contains more than its fair share of golfing challenge. The course is usually in excellent condition and its elevated position in this area of folding downland provides wonderful, but often windy views over the surrounding wooded hills.
The twist in the tail, as is often the case, comes at the 18th. This shortish par-5 incorporates a dangerous water hazard in front of a huge roller-coaster double green (shared with the 9th); this is just the sort of hole to wreck an otherwise decent scorecard or decide many a club match play.
Visitors welcome on weekdays and weekends.
Must book in advance. Handicap required.
Players generally walk this course. Golf carts available for hire.
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Originally Eyhurst Farm, the land was purchased by the Cheale family in the early 1990's, and Peter Alliss was commissioned to design the golf course. The clubhouse dates from end 2003.
Nutfield, Redhill, Surrey RH1 4EN
+44 (0)1737 824 400
Visit websiteNutfield Priory Hotel is inspired by the neo-Gothic design of the Palace of Westminster, and is a unique Victorian mansion house in Surrey. Dating back to 1872, and set in 12 acres high on Nutfield ridge, the mansion is now a 4-star country house hotel with a spa and two AA rosette restaurant.
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Kingswood; Surrey Downs; Tandridge
Walton Heath; Hever; Royal Ashdown Forest; Mannings Heath; Selsdon Park; The Addington; Hampton Court Palace.
Kingswood G&CC, Sandy Lane, Kingswood, Tadworth, Surrey KT20 6NE.
+44 (0)1737 832 188
Visit websiteThe Lodge at Kingswood is a 4-star equivalent boutique hotel in stunning, peaceful surroundings. 18 spacious guest rooms have been designed to combine chic contemporary styling with comfort and luxury. The facilities in each room include Wi-Fi, Sky TV, mini-bar, espresso machine, safe and 24-hour service.
Kingswood
Surrey Downs (o.5 mi); Walton Heath (Old & New courses).
Tandridge; Hever; Mannings Heath; Selsdon Park; The Addington; Hampton Court Palace.
Presidents Cup: Geoff Ogilvy’s International Team take on Brandt Snedeker’s USA Team at the revered Medinah Country Club, near Chicago. The Internationals are trying to halt a run of 11 consecutive American wins. (Sept 24-27).
French Open: Continental Europe’s oldest national championship, dating from 1906, is once again staged on the Albatros Course at Le Golf National, near Paris. Defending champion is America’s Michael Kim. (Sept 24-27).
Our visit last month included two rounds at Golf de Chantilly, one of France’s most prestigious clubs.
It offers two superb layouts: Le Vineuil, a five-star championship course with a rich history, and Longères, an excellent four-star course that provides a strong and enjoyable test.
The wider Paris region offers plenty more. Courses such as Fontainebleau, Golf de Saint-Germain, and several other top-rated layouts make this area one of Europe’s most rewarding golf destinations, offering a mix of woodland, heathland, and parkland designs.
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.
Here at Prince’s Golf Club you'll find 27 excellent holes of links golf. Just over the fence and sharing similar terrain is Royal St George’s; but Prince’s is far from overshadowed by its venerable neighbour. The three nine-hole loops at Prince's, laid out over gently undulating terrain, are sure to bring a smile of satisfaction to all lovers of links golf.
Stay&Play at Prince's: excellent onsite Lodge accommodation available
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