England’s Atlantic Links, a collection of six ancient championship links courses in South West England, is set against the dramatic backdrop of the north Atlantic Coast.
These legendary links have firmly established themselves as one of England’s premier golfing destinations.
The six courses known as Atlantic Links have appointed Golf Tee Time Service, a long standing West Country based golf tour operator, to provide a comprehensive booking service which can include golf, accommodation and travel. This collection of outstanding links courses as a group will form the Atlantic Links Golf Tour.
The trail begins with Somerset’s Burnham & Berrow where the course has evolved over the decades although today’s layout is largely the work of Harry Colt. Founded in 1890, the club’s first professional was the legendary JH Taylor, five-time Open Champion.
Noted for its distinct sand hills that form stubborn, natural obstacles, along with the buckthorn and even a marsh, there is often a prevailing south westerly wind that whips in from the Atlantic and along the Bristol Channel that makes for a testy links challenge.
THE TOUR
A Tantalizing Trail of Ancient Links in South West England
England’s Atlantic Links, a collection of six ancient championship links courses in South West England, is set against the dramatic backdrop of the north Atlantic Coast. These legendary links have firmly established themselves as one of England’s premier golfing destinations.
THE COURSES
The trail begins with Somerset’s Burnham & Berrow where the course has evolved over the decades although today’s layout is largely the work of Harry Colt. Founded in 1890, the club’s first professional was the legendary JH Taylor, five-time Open Champion.
Noted for its distinct sand hills that form stubborn, natural obstacles, along with the buckthorn and even a marsh, there is often a prevailing south westerly wind that whips in from the Atlantic and along the Bristol Channel that makes for a testy links challenge.
THE SOUTH WEST AREA
Charming coastal towns like Clovelly and Ilfracombe in Devon and pretty fishing villages like Port Isaac (where the popular TV series, Doc Martin, is filmed), Rock and Padstow can be found along the north Cornish coast. Historic towns the spa town of Bath, near Burnham & Berrow, and ancient Stonehenge are also ideal places to round off a golfing adventure.
The region’s rich culture features the inimitable Barbara Hepworth Museum and Tate St Ives, displaying the best in modern and local art, the celebrated Eden Project and fascinating Lost Gardens of Heligan whilst outdoor activities such as surfing, walking, cycling and horse riding are all readily available.
Recently the South West has become known for its gastronomic delights thanks to an abundance of seafood and local produce. TV celebrity chef Rick Stein for example has put Padstow firmly on the map for excellent seafood. Also on offer are Michelin-starred restaurants, real English ales and traditional pub fayre.
The South West offers a range of hotels, from character to seaside hotels such as Saunton Sands Hotel and delightful B&Bs set in unspoiled countryside whilst Trevose also offers on-site, self-catering accommodation.
In terms of travel, the Atlantic Links are easily accessed from international airports at Bristol, Exeter, London Heathrow and Gatwick and via the M4 and M5 motorways.
COSTS
Packages available from only £135.00pp
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