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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.

Best Golf Courses around Leeds

Alwoodley Golf Club, Yorkshire

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, Yorkshire

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, Yorkshire

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

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, Yorkshire

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

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 and Harrogate

Hilton Leeds City Centre, Leeds

Hilton Leeds City Centre

Leeds, West Yorkshire

  • 4 star hotel
  • Centrally located, great access to local amenities
  • Recent multi million pound refurbishment
Mercure Leeds Parkway, Yorkshire

Mercure Leeds Parkway

West Yorkshire

  • 3 Star Hotel
  • Located 15 minutes drive to the north of Leeds
  • Classic contemporary rooms with all the modern amenities
Rudding Park, North Yorkshire

Rudding Park

Harrogate, North Yorkshire

  • 4 star hotel
  • Award winning restaurants and luxury spa
  • Set in beautiful gardens, hotel is a grade 11 listed Regency House
  • 18 hole golf course
Malmaison Leeds, Leeds

Malmaison Leeds

Leeds, West Yorkshire

  • 4 star hotel
  • Short distance from city centre
  • 10 minute walk from train station

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)