Golf Breaks in Leeds

Why Book a Golf Break in Leeds

Yorkshire has some beautiful and fascinating cities, famed for its stunning landscape and entertainment. Leeds may not seem like the ideal Golfing hotspot, but you'd be wrong, as it has some of the UK's best courses right on it's doorstep! The city itself is vibrant and modern, with great shopping, exciting culture and fantastic nightlife, it will definitely be a trip to remember.

The nearby town of Harrogate is a famous Spa town and is surrounded by the beautiful dales, its stunning architecture and interesting history provide a range of off the course activities to enjoy.

Golf around Leeds

You are truly spoilt for choice with golf courses in the region, Aldwoodley and Moortown both regularly sit in the top 50 ranked courses in England, the latter designed by world renowned Dr Alister MacKenzie.

MacKenzie also designed Moortown GC, which has a fantastic reputation across the UK, set in over 100 acres of woodland, it has played host to numerous regional and national events. Moor Allerton, Sand Moor and Ilkley are another couple of courses that would fit well into any tour of the region.

Sand Moor Golf Club, Yorkshire

Alwoodley Golf Club, Yorkshire

Moortown Golf Club, Yorkshire

Ilkley Golf Club, Yorkshire

Hall Hall Golf Club, Leeds

Moor Allerton Golf Club

Best Golf Courses around Leeds

Alwoodley Golf Club

West Yorkshire

Ranked as the 14th best course in England
Was designed in 1907 by 2 of the greatest golf archietcs of all time; Alister Mackenzie and Harry Colt
The course is a combination of heathland and moorland style with undualting fairways, plenty of heather and beautiful bunkering

Moortown Golf Club

West Yorkshire

One of the top 50 ranked courses in England
Designed in 1910 by Alister MacKenzie
Played host to only the second offical Ryder Cup in 1929
A classic moorland course with brilliant turf and is a strategic layout

Sand Moor Golf Club

West Yorkshire

Course first opened for play in 1923
Local Yorkshireman, Alister MacKenzie, played a role in the formation of the club
Recently remodelled to bring back the original layout and charm

Moor Allerton Golf Club

Leeds, West Yorkshire

The club was originally founded n 1923 and was designed by Alister Mackenzie
The club had to move and in 1971 the course re-opened in its present location from architect Robert Trent Jones Sr. his only work in the UK
The course now features 27 magnificent holes all worthy to play

Ilkley Golf Club

West Yorkshire

Founded in 1890 it is the 3rd oldest course in Yorkshire and the current design is thanks to Alister Mackenzie and Harry Colt
The course where Colin Montgomerie learnt the game
The River Wharfe is a dominant feature on the course and comes into play on numerous occassions

Howley Hall Golf Club

Leeds, West Yorkshire

Founded in 1900, located in close proximity to Leeds
Renovations led by Dr Alister Mackenzie
Home to the PGA in Yorkshire Championship

Where to Stay in Leeds

Malmaison Leeds Leeds

Rated 8.0 by 1 golfer

1 Night, 2 Rounds
1 Night Bed and Breakfast at Malmaison Leeds
1 Round at Headingley Golf Club
1 Round at Moor Allerton Golf Club

Hilton Leeds City Hotel Leeds

Rated 9.4 by 3 golfers

1 Night, 2 Rounds
1 Night Bed and Breakfast at Hilton Leeds City Hotel
1 Round at Wike Ridge Championship Course
1 Round at Headingley Golf Club

Village Hotel Leeds North Leeds

1 Night, 2 Rounds
1 Night Bed and Breakfast at Village Hotel Leeds North
1 Round at Moortown Golf Club
1 Round at Moor Allerton Golf Club

Rudding Park Yorkshire

Rated 9.2 by 39 golfers

1 Night, 2 Rounds
1 Night Dinner, Bed and Breakfast at Rudding Park
1 Round at Hawtree Course
1 Round at Repton Course

Things to do off the course in and around Leeds

Nightlife

Leeds is renowned as one of the top nightlife cities in the entire UK, with a vibrant university culture there are numerous club and nightlife options to enjoy

The Maven (Bar, Leeds)
Revolution de Cuba (Bar, Harrogate)
Pryzm (Nightclub, Leeds)
Dirti Martini (Bar, Leeds)
The Pottingshed (Bar, Harrogate)
Mint Club (Nightclub, Leeds)

Restaurants

Within the major city of Leeds you will find any dining option that you would ever require to enjoy the lively city

Fazenda (Grill House, Leeds)
William & Victoria (Local Cuisine, Harrogate)
Ox Club (British, Leeds)
Sukhothai (Thai, Leeds)
Bengal Brasserie (Indian, Leeds)
Burgers & More (American, Harrogate)

Activities

With plenty of options within the city centre of leeds you are unlikely to ever be bored and with a number of tours outside the city to also enjoy you will have no shortage in finding activites after your round

Brewtown Tours (Beer Tasting/ Tours)
The Arcades (Shopping)
Royal Armouries (Attraction)
Rocky Ballroom (Games & Activities)
Tick Tock Unlock (Escape Room)
Wetherby Race Track (Horse Racing)