Brocton Hall Golf Club

Eighteen holes of proper parkland golf await just outside Stafford, where mature trees frame fairways that demand both accuracy and course management. Brocton Hall Golf Club sits in attractive countryside that rolls gently between well-established woodlands, creating a layout that's challenging without being punishing.

Golfers who appreciate strategic play over pure length will find plenty to enjoy here. The course rewards those who think their way around rather than simply bash the ball - water comes into play on several holes, and the mature oak and beech trees can catch wayward shots. It's the sort of track where a steady round of 80 often beats an erratic 75.

Families staying at nearby Silver Trees Holiday Park or Chase Glamping Pods will find this a worthwhile detour if dad fancies a round. The clubhouse offers the usual post-round refreshments, though don't expect anything fancy. Allow four hours for 18 holes, longer at weekends when it gets busy with local members.

While not championship standard, it's a solid day out for mid-handicap golfers who want to play somewhere with a bit of character rather than just another flat municipal course. The drive from Stafford takes about ten minutes through pleasant Staffordshire countryside.