Burton-on-Trent Golf Club

The Burton-on-Trent Golf Club sits just outside Derby, a proper 18-hole course that's been around long enough to know what it's doing. The layout winds through decent parkland - nothing dramatic, but solid golf that keeps you honest without being brutal. Fairways are well-maintained and the greens have enough character to make you think about your approach shots. You'll want to check their website for membership details and green fees before you head over, as visitor rates vary depending on the day and whether you're a member of another club. Allow a full day if you're playing a round - probably four to five hours depending on the pace ahead of you. The course works best for golfers with some experience; absolute beginners might find it a bit frustrating. If you're basing yourself at Conkers Camping and Caravanning Club Site, just four miles away, this makes an easy morning or afternoon outing. Peake's Retreats is slightly further at under six miles but still an uncomplicated drive. Both parks offer proper holiday facilities if you're planning a longer East Midlands trip. The surrounding area has enough going on - Derby itself is worth an afternoon, and the Peak District fringes are close enough for a day out. Burton-on-Trent Golf Club fits well into a mixed itinerary rather than being a reason to visit on its own, unless you're a serious golfer looking for a new course to play.