Wales Golf Courses - Play Championship Courses on Dramatic Coastlines
Wales is a rising star in the world of golf travel, offering stunning scenery, links challenges, and warm hospitality. From the famous fairways of Royal Porthcawl and Celtic Manor to hidden coastal gems, Wales golf vacations are ideal for groups seeking something truly special – and Golf Vacations UK takes care of every detail.
Why Choose Wales for Your Next Golf Break?
Wales combines natural beauty with high-quality golfing experiences across four distinct regions. Whether you’re looking for rugged coastal links, scenic parkland courses, or Ryder Cup prestige, our custom Wales golf packages deliver convenience, comfort, and competitive pricing.
Each itinerary includes:
• Guaranteed Tee Times: Access the most sought-after tee slots, including at Celtic Manor.
• Accommodation Options: Standard and luxury hotels near your courses of choice.
• Travel Support: Chauffeur-driven transfers, self-drive car hire, or private group transport.
• Group Travel Friendly: We plan golfing breaks in Wales for groups of all sizes.
• Customised Itineraries: Tailored to your preferred pace, number of rounds, and sightseeing interests.
Play the Best Golf Courses in Wales
These are the standout venues across North, South, and West Wales – each region offering its own golfing character.
South Wales – Home of the Ryder Cup
This is the most accessible region, especially for those arriving via Cardiff or Bristol airports. It features the internationally recognised:
• Celtic Manor Resort – Host of the 2010 Ryder Cup
• Royal Porthcawl – Regular venue for Senior Open Championships
• Pyle & Kenfig – A links gem often played in conjunction with Porthcawl
• Marriott St Pierre – A scenic parkland course near Chepstow
Combine a golf holiday here with city attractions in Cardiff and Swansea or scenic drives through the Vale of Glamorgan.
North & West Wales – Spectacular Coast & Classic Links
Fewer crowds, dramatic landscapes, and true links experiences define this area.
Popular courses include:
• Royal St David’s – Near Harlech Castle, consistently ranked among Britain’s best
• Aberdovey – Traditional links beside the Cambrian coast
• Nefyn & District – A clifftop stunner often compared to Pebble Beach
• Conwy Golf Club – Championship links with mountain views
• Llandudno (Maesdu) & North Wales Golf Club – Two varied tests of seaside golf
With over 50 courses in the region – many James Braid designs – this is perfect for groups seeking golf variety and sightseeing. Add side trips to Snowdonia National Park or the Isle of Anglesey for a well-rounded trip.
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Royal St David’s
Since its foundation in 1894, the championship links of the Royal St. David’s Golf Club has occupied the dune land between Harlech Castle and the
Porthmadog
Created at the turn of the century by James Braid, the genius course designer of his day, the course has two distinct halves. The front
Nefyn
Nefyn and District Golf Club, located in the North West of Wales on the Llyn Peninsula, offers perhaps the most stunning setting for a round
Llandudno
The golfer who wants to enjoy his or her golf could do no better than come to play the North Wales Golf Course at Llandudno,
Holyhead
Holyhead Golf Club was designed by James Braid in 1912. At a glance, the scorecard tells you that the course measures only just over 6000 yards
Conwy
Conwy is situated on the North Wales coast, with spectacular views and bordered by the Snowdonia hills. Conwy golf club boasts a superb links course,
Aberdovey
Golf was first played on the Aberdovey golf links in 1886. Over the years many national championships have been held here and it’s the home
Royal Porthcawl
Royal Porthcawl is one of the best Links courses in the UK not to have hosted an Open Championship. The course was the venue for
Celtic Manor Twenty Ten Course
Specifically built to host the Ryder Cup, the course measures 7,493 yards and has a par of 71. It features nine brand new holes (1st
Celtic Manor Roman Road Course
Designed by Robert Trent Jones Snr, the course was opened in 1995 and was voted the best inland course in Wales by Golf Monthly magazine
Celtic Manor Montgomerie
Designed by Colin Montgomerie, the back nine of the 6,371-yard, par-69 course has been developed on land that previously housed 18 holes of the Coldra
The Vale Lakes Course
The Wales National is a UK golf course of distinction, one of the UK and Europe’s newest championship golf courses and – at 7,433 yards
Tenby
The oldest established golf course in Wales (1888). Tenby Golf Club is a challenging traditional links course. Tenby regularly hosts the Welsh Amateur Championships and
Machynys
Machynys Peninsula Golf & Country Club is proud to boast the first Nicklaus-designed golf course in Wales. A modern links style layout overlooking Carmarthen Bay
Pennard
Pennard Golf Club is located 8 miles west of Swansea in the Gower Peninsula, an area of outstanding natural beauty. Golf has been played there
Ashburnham
A classic links course overlooking Carmarthen Bay, which celebrated its centenary in 1994. With trouble generally to the right on most holes this is not
Southerndown
Southerndown Golf Club takes full advantage of its natural features. Undulating fairways and tight lies give the course a downland/links character. Bracken and gorse punish
Pyle & Kenfig
Established in 1922 Pyle & Kenfig course is affectionately known as ‘P & K’ with its lofty sand dunes hugging the South Wales coast of
Plan Your Golf Break in Wales with Confidence
Whether you’re planning a relaxed getaway or a structured multi-round tour, Golf
Vacations UK offers:
• Expert Planning – We know the best tee times, hotel options and routes.
• Group Specialists – Ideal for friends, societies, and corporate groups.
• Flexible Travel Solutions – We adjust to your group’s needs and budget.
Start Your Wales Golf Vacation Today
Explore a land of dramatic coastlines, historic castles, and top-tier courses. Let us craft a Wales golf tour that fits your group perfectly.
Call us to speak with our team directly: +44(0)1228 598089 or Toll free 888.209.4094