A golf break to Swansea and the South Coast of Wales offers an exceptional experience for discerning golfers, home to some of the UK's most acclaimed courses. Foremost among them is Royal Porthcawl in Mid Glamorgan, consistently ranked as Wales' number one course and firmly within the world's top 100. Designed in 1891, it is without a doubt the finest links in Wales and has been recognized as a worthy host for an Open Championship, notably hosting the Senior's Open Championship in 2014. Its challenging layout and stunning coastal setting make it a must-play for any serious golfer.
Perched atop dramatic cliffs 200 feet above the sea, Pennard is famously known as 'the links in the sky.' Ranked as the 3rd best course in Wales, this unique and inspiring layout was founded in 1896 by James Braid and C.K. Cotton, offering amazing humps and hollows characteristic of classic links golf. Another top-tier option is Pyle & Kenfig in Bridgend, a top 10 ranked course in Wales, providing a serious test at over 6700 yards with breathtaking views over the Welsh mountains, Rest Bay and the Bristol Channel. These courses exemplify the rugged beauty and challenge of Welsh links golf.
The South Coast of Wales also features an array of other highly-regarded courses perfect for a diverse golf itinerary. Machynys Peninsula Golf & Country Club in Carmarthenshire, designed in 2005 by Jack Nicklaus as his first in Wales, has quickly established an impressive reputation as a modern-links style championship course. Further west, Tenby Golf Club in Pembrokeshire, another James Braid design, offers authentic links golf with beautiful coastline views. For those looking for historic gems, Ashburnham, Southerndown , Clyne and Langland Bay each provide their own unique character and challenge, ensuring a memorable golf break along the stunning Welsh South Coast.
