Golf course: The Belfry Hotel & Resort - The Brabazon Course

The golf course

The Brabazon Course is the centerpiece of The Belfry Hotel & Resort in Sutton Coldfield near Birmingham and is one of the most iconic golf courses in Europe. No other course has hosted the Ryder Cup so often and is so closely associated with the history of this legendary tournament. Greats such as Seve Ballesteros, Nick Faldo, Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy have played here.

Designed by Dave Thomas and Peter Alliss, the 18-hole, par-72 course combines precise fairways, strategically placed bunkers and sparkling water hazards to create a harmonious overall experience. Each round demands concentration and accuracy, while the idyllic landscape and perfect maintenance of the course ensure a golfing experience of the highest standard. Holes 9 and 10 in particular, with their characteristic water passages, are considered real highlights and trademarks of this exceptional course.