Forest of Arden Golf Resort, Warwickshire

In the heart of the West Midland’s glorious countryside awaits the Forest of Arden, a flagship venue in the UK.

This awesome golf resort is one of the most highly regarded in the country, thanks in large part to the two outstanding championship golf courses. Both courses, the Arden and Aylesford, were designed by the legendary Donald Steel, with the Arden being the headline course, having hosted the European Senior Masters three times.

This fantastic golf destination is found less than 30-minutes from Birmingham city centre, ideal for golfers throughout the UK, yet is surrounded by some 10,000 acres of countryside. The 4-star hotel maintains a high standard, with excellent customer service and facilities throughout. The luxurious Cedarwood Spa is a highlight, as is the delightful Fairway Bar & Grill.

Golf Courses at Forest of Arden

Arden Golf Course

The Championship Arden Course at the Forest of Arden Golf Club is one of the country's most established tournament layouts, having hosted the cream of the European Tour for the British Masters from 1997-1999 and in 2003, and the English Open between 1993-1997, from 2000-2002 and again in 2020 where the event changed its name to the Hero Open.

Scoring was often good during these professional events with low scoring totals achieved by Ian Woosnam (1993) and Per-Ulrik Johansson (1997) with 4-round scores of -19. Champions at Forest of Arden also include Colin Montgomerie (1994) and Darren Clarke (2000 & 2002) and Sam Horsfield in 2020 with an overall score of -18.

This is indicative of the quality of the course, which has some truly distinctive holes, especially the 18th, an exacting par-3. The layout suits golfers of all abilities and when stretched to its fullest, the Arden will measure 7,213 yards, demanding the absolute best in striking in order to score well. Should you manage to find the green in regulation, the outstanding putting surfaces will give you a good chance to convert. With the quality of the course it is easy to see why so many enjoy golf breaks at The Forest of Arden each year.

Course Information
Par	72
Designed by	Donald Steel
Opened for play	1992
Previously hosted	British Masters (1997-98, 2003-05)

Tees
Championship	7,213 yards	SSS 73
White	6,707 yards	SSS 73
Yellow	6,451 yards	SSS 71
Red	5,654 yards	SSS 72

Aylesford Golf Course

The Aylesford Resort Course at the Forest of Arden Golf Club is considerably shorter than its prestigious neighbour, but the expert attention of the greenkeepers ensures that it remains in equally immaculate condition. The Aylesford may be less than 6,000 yards, but underestimate it at your peril, as there are penalties to be paid for the wayward. This charming little course adds good variety to the Forest of Arden's repertoire, and emphasises the quality of a golf break at the resort.

Course Information
Par	69
Designed by	Donald Steel
Opened for play	1992

Tees
White	5,809 yards	SSS 68
Yellow	5,579 yards	SSS 69
Red	5,068 yards	SSS 69

Golf Facilities

In addition, the Forest of Arden Golf Club is home to a first class golf academy, where visitors can seek the guidance of one of the resident PGA professionals.

Alongside the two golf courses there is a 16 bay floodlit driving range with an extensive short game and bunker area including a separate putting green.

Tips for visiting Forest of Arden

Rick Wilton
Marketing

Handicap: 12
Visited: October

Make sure to leave a little time aside before your round to have a practice putt as the greens here are superb and you need to gauge their speed. On the Arden course put your driver away on the boomerang shaped sixteenth and try to leave an approach that does not require a shot over the water. If the wind is against you on the 18th then make sure to keep your shot low otherwise you could end up in the ravine.

The Aylesford maybe the shorter course but is still enjoyable and great quality, a good layout for warming up for the challenge of the Arden.

Accommodation at Forest of Arden

Although the golf courses may be the star turn at the Forest of Arden, the superb hotel should not be underestimated. With 214 rooms and unparalleled facilities and service, your golf holiday here will undoubtedly be a memorable one.

Despite being within a short distance of Birmingham, the NEC and the International Airport, the hotel is set amidst no less than 10,000 acres of Warwickshire's finest countryside. The spacious guest rooms are luxurious, as is expected from a 4-star hotel, and are furnished and decorated in a tasteful, contemporary style.

Food & Drink

Forest of Arden boasts two top-notch dining options for guests. The renowned Fairway Bar & Grill is an excellent dinner choice, featuring exquisite international cuisine prepared with fresh locally sourced ingredients. Guests can savor a traditional afternoon tea or indulge in a full English or continental breakfast in the mornings.

Zest offers a more laid-back dining experience with a variety of light dishes and snacks available all day, ideal for enjoying before or after a round of golf. The outdoor terrace provides a lovely setting for dining or enjoying a drink, while big screens throughout the property allow guests to catch up on their favorite sports events.

Leisure Facilities

The outstanding facilities make this a great choice for a leisure or spa break, while those who choose a golf break at the Forest of Arden will be rested and rejuvenated in the hotel, ready to tackle the superb courses once again.

The Cedarwood Spa centre at the Forest of Arden is a luxurious facility, offering an extensive variety of health and beauty therapy. Speciality treatments include body scrubs and wraps, facials, manicures, pedicures, massages and waxing. For the fitness-conscious, the leisure club has an excellent swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gymnasium, while there are also tennis courts, table tennis and croquet.

How to get to Forest of Arden

Forest of Arden is located 30 minutes from Birmingham City centre, just 10 minutes from both the NEC Complex and Birmingham Airport.

Address: Maxstoke Lane, Meriden, Birmingham, Warwickshire, CV7 7HR