When it comes to golf, wonderful westerly Wales often finds itself in the shadow of its larger, more prominent neighbours in mainland Britain. And while it’s true that Wales may not have the same royal flush of Open Championship courses that England boasts or the history and worldwide fame of Scottish courses like St. Andrews. Muirfield or Carnoustie, Wales has something exceptional in terms of golfing opportunities.
Wales lays claim to some 180 inland golf courses, with a further 23 links courses dotting its famously beautiful coast. The golf courses in Wales have quality, character, and excellence all of their own, and for devoted golfers who enjoy more adventurous excursions, golf breaks in Wales offer some exciting revelations.
Wales is a comparatively small country, little more than a quarter the size of Scotland, yet within this modest 8,023 square miles, you’ll find three national parks and five Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Together they comprise a quarter of the entire country, and many golf courses in Wales can be found splendidly situated within them, making for golfing opportunities in some almost unbelievably dramatic settings.
