Formby Ladies Golf Club

Founded in 1896, this is the only independent women's golf club in the UK, though it warmly welcomes visitors of all genders. Set among the pine trees, sand dunes and heather of the Sefton coast, its own 18-hole links/heathland course sits within the grounds of the championship Formby Golf Club and is a haven for red squirrels. Narrow, heather-lined fairways reward precision over power, and the clubhouse is known for its warm welcome and home baking.