1 Night, 2 Rounds
Tucked into the UNESCO-listed Ironbridge Gorge in Shropshire, Telford Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort is a proper all-in-one base for a golf break that doesn't require long-haul travel or complicated logistics. The 6,741-yard parkland course, once known as the Great Hay Golf Club, now sits at the heart of the resort, backed up by 4-star bedrooms, a solid spa and on-site dining with views that do a lot of the heavy lifting after a long day on the fairways.
You're only around 40 minutes from Birmingham, so it's an easy win for a quick England golf break, whether that's a one-night dash or a couple of rounds with the lads. I'd call it the kind of place that keeps things simple: arrive, park up and you've got golf, food and a decent wind-down option without needing to drive anywhere else.
The setting is the standout. Even before you get into the golf, you'll notice the land has movement to it, which makes the course feel more varied than your typical hotel parkland track. The Ironbridge Gorge backdrop adds a real sense of occasion on a few holes, and the routing keeps the round moving nicely without ever feeling repetitive.
Who is this for?
Weekend golf groups, societies and couples who want an easy resort base near Birmingham with everything on-site.
Who is it best for?
Mixed-ability groups and mid-handicappers who like scenic parkland golf, plus anyone pairing golf with spa time.
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John Harris and Brian Griffiths conceived the design of the layout, using the natural woodland to demarcate the holes, and fashioning strategic water features that make course management of the utmost importance. Telford now impressively boasts greens laid on a suspended water system, the same technique employed at Augusta National, and the link to Georgia's legendary golf course does not end there; 1991 US Masters winner Ian Woosnam achieved his first professional tournament victory at Telford.
The course is set within 170 acres of charming Shropshire countryside, inside the boundaries of the Ironbridge Gorge, a World Heritage Site, and is a fantastic place to enjoy a round of golf.
Telford has a driving range with TrackMan that is the perfect place to warm up and down, or to iron out those technical glitches in your swing.
The resort has 114 bedrooms and they're exactly what you want on a golf break: spacious, comfortable and finished to a solid 4-star standard. Many rooms look out across the course and estate, which is a nice bonus if you've got an early tee time and want to see what you're up against. Expect modern essentials including flat-screen TVs and good-quality bathrooms, nothing flashy but everything you actually need after a day on the course.
The real appeal here is convenience. You're staying where you're playing, which means no early-morning drives to another course, no juggling car keys between rounds and no need to pack and unpack if you're playing multiple days. The resort setup works particularly well for groups and societies, where having everyone under one roof makes logistics simple and keeps the trip social.
Food and drink are kept on-site too. The main restaurant has standout views over the Gorge and is a good shout for a relaxed dinner after golf. Breakfast is a proper cooked spread, ideal fuel before a morning tee time, and evening meals are well executed without being overly formal. For something more casual, the Gorge Bar is the natural "19th hole" for a pint, a bite and the inevitable hole-by-hole post-mortem. It's the sort of bar where you can settle in for the evening without feeling rushed, perfect for replaying the round with your mates.
Off the course, Reflections Spa and Leisure is a genuine plus for groups and couples. There's a swimming pool, sauna, steam room and a well-equipped gym, ideal for easing the legs after a hilly round or keeping non-golfers happily occupied while you sneak in 18. It's not a destination spa, but it's more than adequate for a golf-focused break and adds real value if you're travelling with a partner who isn't playing.
If you're planning a hassle-free trip, this is the big selling point: you can play, eat, unwind and turn in, all under one roof. The Telford Golf & Spa Hotel's overall package, including the golf, leisure and conference facilities, makes it an excellent choice for a golf break in the West Midlands.
Caroline
✓6 Oct 2026
The hotel staff were very friendly and welcoming upon arrival until departure. The rooms and facilities in the rooms were excellent and the beds were very comfortable. Nice little touches in the room as well. The hotel was very busy and this was noticeable one evening in the restaurant, when staff appeared to be busy and therefore service was slow.
Steven
✓4 Oct 2026
The staff were friendly and polite! The rooms are clean and spacious and the bed was so comfortable! Although we didn’t use the spa or the pool, it looked great and value for money. Restaurants and bars were really nice and the quality of the food for the evening meal and breakfast was fantastic! Will be going back soon!
Martin
✓28 Sep 2026
Very comfortable hotel with friendly staff and good leisure facilities. The restaurant food was very good.
Charlie
✓1 Sep 2026
Unreal value for money Course in cracking condition considering the drought Dinner was mustard Top top stay
Kevin
✓24 Aug 2026
Really enjoyable stay. Group of 16 of us all well cared for
Bob
✓5 Aug 2026
Excellent all round a very good want to back next year
Carl
✓3 Aug 2026
Clean, comfortable hotel with good facilities. Pool and gym free to guests along with steam room and sauna etc. hotel bars very nice and food too really good. As a golf society, we were given the set menu choices in the evening whereas the main menus were not available within our package.
Mags
✓13 Jul 2026
Staff were very helpful, the bed was very comfortable. Given the heat, I had asked for a fridge and this was in the room. The room was clean and the housekeeping team keep everywhere was very clean. The food was good and served on nice hot plates. The reception staff sorted out a mix up with the rooms.
Rich
✓30 Jun 2026
Adrian
✓14 Jun 2026
Best value for money in the area
Caroline
✓6 Oct 2026
First round was a bit of a challenge having never played here before. I found a good number of the bunkers. Second round things improved as knowing the course, only downside was the play was slow due to a Seniors Competition taking place so ourselves and a couple of other two balls behind us were held up. The course was in very good condition and would love to return and would recommend to friends. When we encountered any of the Greenkeeping staff, they were very polite and courteous.
Steven
✓4 Oct 2026
The course was amazing! It is in such great condition and a pleasure to play! I’ve selected average for its difficulty, but it really depends on your level. Most of the fairways are wide and forgiving, with a few tricky tee shots on some holes! The greens were fast but such good condition. Honestly one of the best courses I’ve played! I look forward to playing here again soon!
Martin
✓28 Sep 2026
Quite a good challenge with some interesting holes. The greens were very good but some of the bunkers were not in the best condition. It was a bit slow as the course was full.
Charlie
✓1 Sep 2026
Great course with undulating greens Great for any skill level Pro shop staff were really helpful and friendly
Kevin
✓24 Aug 2026
Challenging course. Really enjoyed it
Bob
✓5 Aug 2026
Carl
✓3 Aug 2026
Mixture of tree lined / park fairways. Relatively flat with a few fairways and elevated greens. Given the current weather and lack of rain, the greens were in amazing condition, soft and fast… ideally for landing on them without forward rolling. As expected, plenty of 4 balls playing so play at times was slow.
Mags
✓13 Jul 2026
It was extremely hot on the course, we appreciated that the course wasn't in the best condition because of the prolonged heat. The Pro shop did try to organise buggies because they had all been taken when I tried to arrange them. They had buggies broken down which proved a problem.
Rich
✓30 Jun 2026
Day 1 was very slow had to stop on the 14th otherwise we wouldn’t have made dinner. Day 2 was better speed of play
Adrian
✓14 Jun 2026
Nice course especially for the price
