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Pennard

Links, Par 71

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Pennard Golf Club, located 8 miles west of Swansea in the Gower Peninsula, an area of outstanding natural beauty.

Golf has been played there since 1896, although the course owes most of its appeal today first to James Braid and then to C.K. Cotton. The holes are routed over classically undulating and tumbling linksland, full of hummocks, hillocks and hollows and pocked with dunes large and small; in sum, exactly what we might hope to find beside the shore. Yet this exceptional terrain is not beside the shore – It is two hundred feet above it. No wonder Pennard has been called “the links in the sky”.

There is not a weak or a prosaic hole on this short gorse and heather framed, 6,225 yard, par 71 track. Awkward lies and stances are a matter of course and the rugged terrain becomes even more dramatic on the back nine. Beware also, the forty bunkers, which although not exceptionally large, are very well placed and sometimes lethal! Pennards most remarkable hole may be the 351 yard 7th, which heads out to sea from a high, noble tee.

The line of flight between the sparse ruins of a 13th century church and more imposing remnants of Pennard Castle, which dates from the 1100s, presents one unforgettable experience. The rough on both sides of the fairway is almost inhumane and the green, hidden above in a cluster of sandhills, slopes sharply away from the pitch. Pennard is surely among the top twenty greatest courses in the world with a course that emphasizes shot values and the strategic considerations required supply golfing excitement of the highest order. On www.top100golfcourses.co.uk, Pennard Golf Club has been voted in the top 100 courses in the British Isles for the past 3 years and is currently rated as the fourth best course in Wales.

Pennard is one of my all time favourites - the site is one of the most spectacular I've ever seen.

Tom Doak
World famous golf course architect

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South Wales Links Golf Break

2 Nights, 3 Rounds  

 South Wales Links Golf

Come and play South Wales Links Golf, pick any 3 of these 5 fantastic links golf courses:

Ashburnham, Machynys, Pennard, Pyle & Kenfig and Southerndown.

Our Favourite Hole at:

Ashburnham – Par 3 16th with the railway embankment behind the green, and the tee situated high above. Choosing the right club is always a task here, considering the wind and the elavation difference.

Machynys – 18th – Par 5 over water down back towards the clubhouse, 2 good shots can reward with a birdie but first you have to carry the water and then play a sound 2nd shot.

Pennard – 7th Par 4 – with Pennard Castle on your right and some spectacular views across 3 cliffs bay.

Pyle & Kenfig – 13th Hole – a dog leg par 4 easy some days – but treacherous dunes lie in wait for the poor tee shot making it easy to notch up a double or triple bogey.

Southerndown 5th – Par 3 across the valley and old quarry to a green dug into the bank.

*Include Royal Porthcawl for a Supplement*

Just off the M4 in South Wales, all of the golf courses are within easy reach of the hotels, and make for an easy to plan golf break in South Wales.

Staying 2 nights at the Village Hotel Swansea situated within the new SA1 development just outside Swansea City Centre with it’s vibrant mix of bars and restaurants in Swansea City Centre.

Or alternatively at the 4* Stradey Hotel Llanelli, overlooking the Burry estuary. Contemporary furnishings and a genuine warm welcome, make for a great place to stay for your golf in the Swansea area.

This is a great shoulder season package with the links courses being so playable, no muddy fairways, plugged balls etc. Discounted rates available for November – March.

A South Wales Links Golf Break is a must for any golfing visitor to the area.

from £289

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Itinerary

Example Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in South Wales and your first round of golf at Pyle & Kenfig
Overnight at your chosen hotel

Day 2

Second round of golf at Machynys Golf Club
Overnight at your chosen hotel

Day 3

Check out of the hotel for your final round of golf at Pennard Golf Club

Depart after your golf

 

Costs

Price from an Incredible £289

Based on a minimum of 2 people sharing a twin /double room including bed and breakfast.

Weekend golf supplements apply

Supplements for Royal Porthcawl Green Fee on request.

Choice of courses include, Pyle & Kenfig, Southerdown, Pennard, Ashburnham, Machynys and Royal Porthcawl

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The Classic Wales Links Golf Tour

Explore the best of Wales & Welsh Golf with  The Classic Wales Links Golf Tour

Book the Classic Wales Links Golf Tour and experience the outstanding scenery of both North & South Wales along with fantastic links golf courses from Nefyn to Royal Porthcawl with first class accommodation as you travel and play.

The Classic Wales Links Golf Tour features all the classic links courses not to be missed on any trip to Wales. Starting in the North at Conwy and taking in Nefyn & District, Royal St Davids, Aberdovey, Tenby, Pennard and Royal Porthcawl.

Your lodging will base you close to Caernarvon Castle in the North – site of the 1969 Investiture  of Charles the current Prince of Wales. You will have time to explore this ancient town and take in it’s magnificent location on the banks of the menai straits. Moving south your next lodging is at the fishermans pub the Penhelig Arms in the quaint seaside town of Aberdovey. En route you will have chance to visit the italianate village of Portmeirion famous for its pottery and art deco. South from Aberdovey and the next lodging is the St Brides Hotel & Spa in Saundersfoot near Tenby. The tour concludes at the 4* Vale of Glamorgan Hotel and Spa near to Cardiff, ideal to relax at the end of your tour and take in some of the South Wales links courses such as Pyle & Kenfig, Royal Porthcawl and Southerndown if your schedule permits.

from £1200

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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive into Manchester or Liverpool airport, and transfer approximately 90 minutes to North Wales and your first round of golf at Conwy (Caernarvonshire) Golf Club

Following your golf head east along the coast through the Snowdonia National Park to your accommodation at The Celtic Royal Caernarvon

Day 2

Following your traditional Welsh breakfast travel to your golf at Nefyn & District Golf Club

Overnight at The Celtic Royal Caernarvon

Day 3

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before golf today at Royal St David’s Golf Club, Harlech

Following golf continue South to Aberdovey and Overnight at The Penhelig Arms.

Day 4

Experience golf as Bernard Darwin did, take the train from Harlech to Aberdovey. Alight at the first tee equipped with your clubs.

Golf at Aberdovey

Overnight at The Penhelig Arms

Day 5

Transfer South to Tenby, and the St Brides Hotel & Spa

Golf at Tenby - Wales Oldest Golf Club

Overnight at the St Brides Hotel & Spa

Day 6

Check out of your hotel and head east to the Gower peninsula and your golf today at Pennard Golf Club

Following your golf continue east to Cardiff and your hotel the 4* Vale of Glamorgan Hotel & Spa Resort

Day 7

Your final days golf at Wales’s number one course Royal Porthcawl.

Overnight at the 4* Vale of Glamorgan Hotel & Spa Resort

Day 8

Depart Wales

Costs

Golfer prices from: £1200 per person self drive (based on 4 people travelling)

From £1500 per person including driver and minicoach (based on 8 people travelling)

Packages Available from April to October 2022
Prices subject to availability

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Gower Golf Breaks

2 Nights, 3 Rounds   special offer

Gower Golf Break

This 2 night 3 round Gower Golf Break package affords you the opportunity to play golf on Gower. The first area of the UK to be officially designated an area of outstanding natural beauty. Choose to play from a selection of 4 courses in the area including Clyne, Langland Bay, Pennard, Fairwood Park. Gower Golf Break includes a 2 nights stay and your choice of 3 out of the 4 golf courses listed.

This is a great trip for those looking at a budget Gower Golf Break. The variety of courses from the seaside links of Pennard to the Clifftop “Pebble Beach of Wales” Langland Bay along with the parkland of Fairwood and the Heathland of Clyne makes for a great tour. The Courses all feature unique layouts with spectacular views. Ideal for the Captains Away tour – based in Swansea city centre with plenty of restaurants and nightlife to suit all tastes.

Staying at the Village Hotel in Swansea, the hotel has its own first class restaurant and bistro along with a small health club and pool for those members of the tour that prefer a quiet night in.

from £249

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Itinerary

Gower Golf Break

Choice of 4 Courses – Langland, Clyne, Pennard, Fairwood Park

 

Day 1

Arrive at your first golf course for 18 holes of golf, then travel onward to the 4* Village Hotel, Swansea

Day 2

Breakfast at your hotel, then travel to the second golf course of your choice. Overnight at the Village Hotel.

Day 3

Enjoy your breakfast before travelling to your third round of golf. Following  your golf depart for your return journey.

Costs

Package 1 – Golf On Gower – £249 per person
*(or £265 if playing Pennard or Langland Bay)

Package at The Village  Hotel is on a b&b basis, based on two people sharing a twin room.

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The Best of Wales Golf Tour 2023

The Best of Wales Golf Tour 2023 make this the year that you try a different venue for your golf trip. Undiscovered links golf courses and first class accommodation.

Choose this Best of Wales Tour and you will experience breathtaking scenery from the rugged landscape of the North Wales, to Tenby and the small fishing villages on the South West coast combined with the modern cosmopolitan atmosphere of the city of Swansea in the South while you enjoy golf on spectacular links courses.

Flying into Manchester is recommended, we can arrange to meet your group with our coach and driver and transfer to North Wales for the start of your golfing adventure to Wales. Starting in the North of the country, this tour follows the coast south taking in some of the finest views the Snowdonia National Park has to offer. As well as enjoying some undiscovered links courses, you will also play the key venues such as Royal St Davids, Harlech and the fine links at Aberdovey, a favourite of Bernard Darwin. There are not many unique golf tours like this in the World, where at every course you can breathe in the sounds and smells of the sea.

This tour features 3 & 4 Star Hotels, which offer comfortable lodging and good size rooms. Depending on your group size and requirements we can also offer a variety of smaller boutique hotels and lodging. The food in Wales is to be tasted, key dishes such as Salt Marsh Lamb and Laverbread add to the experience of visiting Wales for your golf break.

Finishing in the south of Wales in Swansea, playing the links in the sky – Pennard Golf Club one of James Braids finest links designs, totally natural and with spectacular views over 3 cliffs bay. The Jewel in the Crown of Welsh Golf – Royal Porthcawl – host to many tournaments over the years, and venue for the 2021 Ladies British Open – sitting on the terrace with a pint of pimms is the ideal way to end your Best of Wales Golf Tour.

Don’t just take my word for it though – come and sample it for yourself! Contact us to start planning your Wales Adventure.

from £949

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Itinerary

The Best of Wales Golf Tour 2021

Day 1

Arrive into Manchester or Liverpool airport, and transfer approximately 90 minutes to North Wales and your first round of golf at: Conwy (Caernarvonshire) Golf Club

Following your golf head West along the North Wales coast to your accommodation at the Celtic Royal Hotel in Caernarvon.

Day 2

Enjoy your breakfast before travelling to your golf at Nefyn & District Golf Club

Overnight at the Celtic Royal Hotel

Day 3

Following your breakfast, drive to your golf today at Royal St David’s Golf Club, Harlech

Overnight at the Celtic Royal Hotel

Day 4

Check out of the Celtic Royal Hotel and begin your North-South journey through Wales

Golf at Aberdovey

Following your golf, continue South to Swansea, the Village Hotel

Overnight at the Village Hotel

Day 5

After a traditional Welsh breakfast travel to your golf today at Pennard “The Links in the Sky”

Overnight at the Village Hotel

Day 6

Enjoy our final days golf at Wales’ number one course Royal Porthcawl.

Overnight at the Village Hotel

Day 7

Depart Wales

Costs

Golfer prices from: £949 per person, based on two people sharing a twin room
Available dates April to October. Prices held for 2022
Non golfers please enquire for rates

Coach and Driver Rates available for this tour.

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