Have you thought about coming to the Cotswolds to hone your golfing skills? Now you can do this amidst breathtaking scenery!

Updated May 2021 but check for reopening times on google

There are many Golf Courses within easy driving distance of Ilmington and the cottage (15 to 40 mins away) – all in fabulous countryside. These clubs listed all welcome visitors (most, at all times). Booking in advance is either advised or necessary. Best to avoid Saturday mornings

Stratford upon Avon Golf Club www.stratfordonavongolfclub.co.uk

Feldon Valley Golf Club at Lower Brailes https://feldonvalley.co.uk/golf/ 18-hole parkland hilltop course, bar and restaurant.

The Welcombe Hotel at Stratford upon Avon www.hallmarkhotels.co.uk/hotels/hallmark-hotel-stratford-upon-avon-the-welcombe/golf/

Stratford Oaks Golf Club www.stratfordoaks.co.uk/

Broadway www.broadwaygolfclub.co.uk/visitors/visitors_informatio

The Wychwood at Lyneham. Non-members can use the driving range only. And the restaurant.

www.thewychwood.com

Burford Golf Club, Burford, Oxon: 18-hole flat parkland course, bar and restaurant. www.burfordgolfclub.co.uk/visitors/visitors-information/

Naunton Down Golf Club, Naunton, Near Cheltenham: 18-hole, slightly undulating course, bar and restaurant. Visitors welcome at all times. nauntondowns.co.uk/green-fees

The following two clubs have probably the most reasonable fees around, especially for seniors.

Bidford Grange Hotel and Golf Course www.bidfordgrange.com/golf.php and

Welford on Avon Golf Club www.welfordgolf.co.uk/