1 Night, 2 Rounds
The Brabazon course, nestled within the picturesque landscape of The Belfry, has served as the backdrop for some of the most exhilarating and memorable moments in Ryder Cup history. Since it first opened its doors to the prestigious tournament in 1985, the Brabazon has only grown in stature and reputation, solidifying its place as one of the premier golfing venues in the world.
Designed by the talented duo of Dave Thomas and Peter Allis, the course is a masterpiece of golf architecture, meticulously maintained to ensure that it meets the highest standards of play. Golfers are greeted with lightning-fast greens that roll true, presenting a formidable challenge even for the most skilled players. The course is also dotted with strategically placed bunkers that demand precision and strategy, testing the mettle of every competitor who steps onto its fairways.
The course's stunning fairways, which weave through the natural landscape, and its smooth, carpet-like greens create an inviting yet challenging environment. For any serious golfer, playing the Brabazon is not just an opportunity; it is an absolute must. The chance to walk in the footsteps of legends, to feel the thrill of competition, and to experience the beauty of this remarkable course is an experience that resonates deeply with those who cherish the game.
1 Night, 2 Rounds
1 Night, 2 Rounds
2 Nights, 2 Rounds
2 Nights, 2 Rounds
2 Nights, 3 Rounds
3 Nights, 3 Rounds
3 Nights, 3 Rounds
The Brabazon course is without doubt the main attraction at The Belfry. As a four-time host of The Ryder Cup, more than any other course, this famous layout is steeped in Ryder Cup history. Who could forget Christy O’Connor’s famous 2 iron to the final green in 1985? Or Sam Torrance's 18th hole heroics just four years earlier; or the jubilant Paul McGinley sinking the winning putt in 2002?
As you might expect, the course itself is a fine test of golf too, where the excitement comes from playing iconic and familiar holes. The par 5 3rd is a cracker thanks to the work of Dave Thomas, who carried out renovations in the late 90s, and of course there are iconic holes such as the par 4 10th. Seve drove the green back in 1985 and ever since, that’s been the play for many a player with enough firepower to carry the water short and left of the green. Even if you lay up with your original ball, tee up another and have a crack; it would be rude not to!
Just like the 10th, the closing hole on The Brabazon is a thriller, totally defined by the almost overwhelming presence of water short and left of the green. This is a classic risk vs. reward par 4 where players can choose to be brave, hugging the left and cutting off some of the water from the tee, leaving a shorter approach shot into the green, which must carry the lake to find the long, slender green.
The iconic moments on these famous holes are what make a round on The Brabazon Course so special, and should inspire every golfer to visit and experience that legacy.
The 2022 British Masters, hosted by Danny Willett was played out on the Belfry’s Brabazon Course in May. Former Ryder Cup player Thorbjorn Olesen managed an incredible eagle-birdie finish, making two enormous putts to clinch the British Masters title. Olesen’s final round of 73 almost cost him the victory but his finish was good enough to see off Swede Sebastian Soderberg.
Signature Hole – No. 10: Par 4, 311 yards (Blue Tees)
It’s a bit of a tossup between the iconic 10th and 18th holes on The Brabazon but we all love a great risk vs. reward short par 4. The choice is simple: either hit a long iron or fairway wood into position or, if you have the required length, go for driver and try to carry the water short and left of the green in order to set up a good chance for birdie. With so many classic Ryder Cup moments having taken place here, there’s a real sense of excitement when you step onto the tee. The 10th is one of the most picturesque holes on the course too so regardless of how you choose to play it, you’ll be sure to enjoy the challenge.
| Par | 72 |
|---|---|
| Designed by | Peter Alliss & Dave Thomas |
| Opened for play | 1977 |
| Previously hosted | The Ryder Cup (1985, 1989, 1993 & 2002) |
| Blue | 7,160 yards | SSS 74 |
|---|---|---|
| White | 6,729 yards | SSS 73 |
| Yellow | 6,391 yards | SSS 71 |
| Red | 5,796 yards | SSS 73 |
Emily
✓1 Jun 2026
Mark
✓26 May 2026
Hardest course I have played everything on the course was immaculate such a beautiful place with the lakes and wildlife
Patrick
✓25 May 2026
The Brabazon, as a golfer that has played many different courses, was a fantastic golfing experience and a pleasure to play.
Dustin
✓23 May 2026
Amazing course, worth repeating. Only negative are the hard greens that weren’t receptive.
Marc
✓22 May 2026
At the beginning of the round the Marshall explained that it takes 45 minutes to play three holes and we should be looking at 4hrs 50min for the round, after 4 holes and 55minutes a martial approached us and told us we needed to pick up pace as we had fallen behind the group in front, when in actual fact we were ahead of time and actually completed our round a full 20 minutes under the time allocated, this left me a bit frustrated through my round as we were keeping a good pace,
sean
✓20 May 2026
John
✓19 May 2026
Phil
✓11 May 2026
The condition of the bunkers were poor. The condition of the tee boxes was very poor. General feeling of disappointment
John
✓9 May 2026
The course was too difficult for our elderly group.
Allan
✓7 May 2026
Awesome 👌
