Dorset

An 18-hole, par-70 downland course founded in 1896, draining quickly even in wet weather with outstanding views across the surrounding Dorset countryside. Four holes wind through ancient, bluebell-carpeted Ashley Woods.

England's oldest municipally designed and operated golf course, opened in 1894 and built by Tom Dunn. This 18-hole, par-69 parkland course sits in 120 acres of undulating parkland close to Bournemouth town centre, complete with health club, spa and lodge accommodation.

Dorset's oldest golf club, founded in 1891 on the World Heritage Jurassic Coast. This 18-hole, par-71 course mixes links and clifftop terrain, with the dramatic 90-foot-drop 6th hole and sweeping views across Lyme Bay to Portland Bill.

An 18-hole, par-71 parkland course opened in 1989, its American-style greens and fairways winding through ancient woodland near Poole, with views across Poole Harbour and the Purbeck Hills.

Founded in 1896 with design input from Harry Colt, J.H. Taylor and Tom Dunn, this 18-hole, par-70 course on the hills between Dorchester and Weymouth has strong historical links to the R&A, the Ryder Cup and the origin of 'the bogey'. Known locally as 'The Windy Mile', with fantastic views over Weymouth and Portland.

A parkland complex offering both an 18-hole and a 9-hole course, with views over the River Stour and Avon Forest just ten minutes from Bournemouth town centre, alongside a 60-bay double-decked driving range.

A 27-hole complex in 184 acres of Dorset countryside with the River Crane running through it: the championship 18-hole, par-72 Valley Course designed by Donald Steel, host of the 2024 Dorset County Championships, plus a 9-hole Woodland Course.

An 18-hole parkland course set in ancient woodland just north of Bournemouth, with meandering streams and a 20-bay floodlit driving range, popular with societies and casual golfers alike.

A 9-hole course played from alternate tees for a full 18-hole, 6,000-yard round, set in the Dorset countryside just outside Sherborne since 1991. The dog-legged 12th, with out-of-bounds on both sides, is the signature hole.

Founded in 1913 in the coastal village of Highcliffe-on-Sea, this shorter 18-hole, par-64 course is known for its friendly, welcoming atmosphere and a couple of long par 3s that can catch out even experienced golfers.

An 18-hole heathland course opened in 1934 in north Bournemouth, offering narrow, tree-lined fairways that reward precise shot-making, alongside a welcoming, sociable clubhouse.

Founded in 1893 and recognised as one of the South West's finest courses, this 18-hole, par-71 clifftop layout overlooks the historic, World Heritage town of Lyme Regis, with coastal views towards Portland Bill and a testing sea breeze.

An 18-hole, par-72 course designed by Hawtree over 30 years ago, running along the Moors River valley through mature heathland and woodland within Moors Valley Country Park & Forest. Owned and managed by Dorset Council, it also offers an 11-hole option and a 5-hole pitch & putt.

An ex-championship 18-hole parkland course established in 1905 in the heart of Bournemouth, once a regular European Tour venue hosting Severiano Ballesteros, Henry Cotton and Bobby Locke. Excellent drainage keeps it open when other courses must close.

An 18-hole, par-71 parkland course within Rushmore Park on the Dorset/Wiltshire border, with towering Sequoia trees and hole lengths from 548 to 162 yards providing a complete test for all standards.

Founded in 1894 and redesigned by James Braid in 1936, this 18-hole parkland course just outside the historic Abbey town of Sherborne offers specimen trees and sweeping views over the Blackmore Vale.

An 18-hole combination at The Dorset Golf & Country Club pairing the Lakeland and Parkland nines, the resort's championship pairing near Wareham.

An 18-hole combination at The Dorset Golf & Country Club pairing the Lakeland and Woodland nines near Wareham.

An 18-hole combination at The Dorset Golf & Country Club pairing the Parkland and Woodland nines near Wareham.

Established in 1908 as a 9-hole course and extended to 18 holes in 1989, this course on the edge of Wareham Forest blends heathland and parkland character, with picturesque views of the Purbeck Hills, Poole Harbour and Corfe Castle.

An 18-hole parkland course designed by James Braid and opened in 1909, set in the heart of Weymouth town with subtle doglegs on both sides. Awarded a regional HSBC Silver certificate and named among the friendliest private members' clubs in the south.

A two-course club on the outskirts of Yeovil comprising the 18-hole, par-70 Old Course and a shorter 9-hole New Course, offering contrasting tests for members and visitors alike.