Defence Academy Golf Course

The Defence Academy Golf Course sits on a proper military estate near Botswicky Copse, and you'll need to book in advance - it's not a walk-up kind of place. The course itself is a decent 18-hole layout, well-maintained and set across open Oxfordshire countryside. If you're a golfer, it's worth the effort to arrange a round here; the fairways are challenging without being unfair, and the views across the surrounding fields are genuinely pleasant.

Non-golfers shouldn't bother making the trip. This isn't a visitor attraction in the traditional sense - there's nothing to see if you're not swinging a club. The clubhouse is functional rather than fancy, and facilities are basic. You'll need to be a member or arrange a guest round through an existing member to get on the course at all.

For golfers staying in the area, Defence Academy works as a solid half-day activity. Allow three and a half hours for a round. Nearby options like Faringdon Grange and Nordic Glamping at Botswicky are just a few miles away, so you could feasibly base yourself at one of those parks and head over for a game. The Real Campsite at 6.3 miles is another option, though honestly the area's main appeal is for people with a golf club in their hand. Book ahead and check membership requirements on their website - getting the details sorted before you arrive will save you frustration on the day.