REGION GUIDE
Golf in London & the Home Counties
You do not have to travel far from London for world-class golf. The Home Counties of Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Oxfordshire are full of grand parkland estates, historic clubs and modern championship venues.
It is the perfect region for combining golf with the sights of London, or for adding a few rounds to a business trip.
Top 10 must-play courses
- Woburn Golf Club: Three championship courses, the Duke’s, the Duchess and the Marquess, cut through mature pine woodland.
- The Grove: A championship course on a Hertfordshire estate that has hosted a World Golf Championship.
- Moor Park Golf Club: Two parkland courses and a magnificent Palladian mansion clubhouse.
- Stoke Park: Harry Colt parkland made famous by Goldfinger, minutes from Heathrow.
- Denham Golf Club: A classic Colt parkland close to London.
- Berkhamsted Golf Club: Heathland golf with not a single sand bunker.
- Coombe Hill Golf Club: J.F. Abercromby heathland just south west of central London.
- Porters Park Golf Club: Classic parkland in Radlett, later remodelled by J.H. Taylor.
- The Oxfordshire: A modern Rees Jones championship course measuring over 7,000 yards.
- Hadley Wood Golf Club: An Alister MacKenzie parkland on the northern edge of London.
The top 10 at a glance
| Course | Type | Par | Yards | Architect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woburn Golf Club | Parkland | 72 (Duke’s) | 6,971 | Charles Lawrie |
| The Grove | Parkland | 72 | 7,152 | Kyle Phillips |
| Moor Park Golf Club | Parkland | 72 (High) | 7,036 | Harry Colt |
| Stoke Park | Parkland | – | – | Harry Colt |
| Denham Golf Club | Parkland | 70 | 6,493 | Harry Colt |
| Berkhamsted Golf Club | Heathland | 71 | 6,568 | Harry Colt and James Braid |
| Coombe Hill Golf Club | Heathland | 71 | 6,277 | J.F. Abercromby |
| Porters Park Golf Club | Parkland | 70 | 6,378 | Cuthbert Butchart, later J.H. Taylor |
| The Oxfordshire | Parkland | 72 | 7,427 | Rees Jones |
| Hadley Wood Golf Club | Parkland | 72 | 6,497 | Alister MacKenzie |
Getting there
Heathrow, Luton and Stansted all serve the region, and most courses are within an hour of central London. Many visitors stay in the city and travel out for each round.
Where to stay
Stay on the course at The Grove or The Oxfordshire, or choose Brocket Hall in Hertfordshire. If you would rather be in the city, The Athenaeum in Mayfair is a stylish base.
When to go
Parkland courses are at their best from April to October. Spring and early autumn are ideal for combining golf with sightseeing in London.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best golf courses near London?
Woburn, The Grove, Moor Park, Stoke Park and Denham are among the best, along with the heathland courses of Surrey and Berkshire just to the south west.
Can I play golf near London without a car?
Some courses are reachable by train, but a car or driver makes it much easier. A tour operator can arrange transport for you.
Is it possible to combine golf with sightseeing in London?
Yes. Many courses are within an hour of the city, so you can play in the morning and be back in London for the evening.
Ready to plan your trip?
Tell us where and when you would like to play, and we will put you in touch with a trusted tour operator.