Bramshaw Golf Course

Bramshaw Golf Course sits on the edge of the New Forest, just a couple of miles outside Salisbury, and it's one of those places that golfers either love or find a bit underwhelming depending on what they're after. The course itself is a proper test - 18 holes winding through woodland and open heath with enough water hazards to keep you honest. It's not championship standard, but it's well-maintained and genuinely enjoyable for mid-handicap players.

Non-golfers won't find much here, to be frank. This is exclusively for people with clubs and a handicap card. If you're staying at Longbeech Campsite or Green Hill Farm Holiday Village - both within walking distance - it's worth checking if they offer visitor rates. The real appeal is that you're right on the doorstep of New Forest National Park proper, so you could easily combine a round with a longer exploration of the heath and woodland beyond.

The course can get busy at weekends, so weekday rounds tend to flow better. Allow a full four hours minimum, longer if you're playing off higher handicaps. Green fees and booking details are on their website, though getting through to them by phone can be a bit hit-and-miss.

Honestly, if you're a keen golfer with a week at one of the nearby campsites, it's worth a round. If you're casual about golf, your time is better spent exploring the wider New Forest on foot. The course itself isn't the destination - the location is.