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Why Book a Golf Break in York

York is one of the few remaining walled cities in the UK and is steeped in fascinating history, it's huge Gothic Cathedral towers over the city and is one of the largest of its kind in Northern Europe. With over thirty museums and a great range of bars, cafe's and restaurants, there is enough to keep everyone entertained off the course.

The rolling countryside of the Yorkshire Dales and North York moors provide some beautiful backdrops for the courses in the area. A short drive from York is the seaside resort of Scarborough, with sandy beaches and fantastic scenery it provides a different option to the bustling city of York, a perfect combination for a golf tour of the region.

Golf around York & Scarborough

There is a strong mix of courses in York and Scarborough, the premier course is Ganton GC, famed for hosting the Ryder Cup and The Walker Cup. The course is links in style and provides a great test for any golfer. Another gem and one not to be missed is Fulford GC, located just outside the centre of York, the course celebrated its centenary year in 2006 and has previously featured on the European Tour schedule.

Just North of York sits York Golf Club, the heathland layout isn't long by modern standard, stretching to just over 6,300 yards from the back tees, don't let this fool you, its complexity and design by the great J.H Taylor provide a fantastic challenge for visiting golfers.

Fulford Golf Club, North Yorkshire

Ganton Golf Club, North Yorkshire

Scarborough South Cliffs Golf Club, Scarborough

York Golf Club, North Yorkshire

Best Golf Courses in York & Scarborough

Ganton Golf Club

North Yorkshire

Ranked as the 8th best course in England and within the World top 100
Hosted the 1959 Ryder Cup
The course opened in 1891 and can be classified as both an inland links and heathland style course
Many believe that if the Open ever chose an inland course, Ganton would be its first choice

Fulford Golf Club

North Yorkshire

Ranked in the top 100 courses in England
Club was founded in 1906 but moved to its current position in 1935
Host to numerous professional events including in 1981 where Bernard Langer found his ball lodged in a tree, rather than taking a drop he climbed the tree and hit his shot onto the green, a plaque still remains on that tree found on the 17th hole.

York Golf Club

Stensall, York

Formed in 1890 it is York's oldest golf club
Designed by J.H. Taylor

Where to stay in York

Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel

York

4 Star Hotel
The hotel is based on an 18th century Manor House however all the rooms are contemporary and have all the modern amenities
Located only a short drive outside of York city centre

Things to do in York & Scarborough off the course

Nightlife

Leeds is the epicentre of nightlife in the region with its vibrant university culture adding to the extensive options in the city

The Drawing Board (Bar, Leeds)
The Maltings (Pub, Leeds)
Flares (Nightclub, York)
Quids Inn (Bar, Scarborough)
Evil Eye Bar (Bar, Leeds)
Bacchus (Nightclub, Scarborough)

Restaurants

With a variety of dining choices in Leeds, York and Scarborough you will have no issues in finding a place that meets your desires

Skosh (Middle Eastern, York)
Coconut Lagoon (Indian, York)
The Green Room (British, Scarborough)
Cafe No. 8 (Bistro, York)
The Cowshed (American, Scarborough)
Arras (Local Cuisine, York)

Activities

The historic city of York is filled with monuments dating back centuries to gaze at alongside the beautiful countryside throughout the region that should be taken in

York Brewery (Beer Tasting/ Tour)
Pirate Adventure Golf (Crazy Golf)
York Minster (Historic Attraction)
Scarborough Beach (Beach)
York Dungeon (Historic Attraction)
Genting Casino (Casino)