Luffenham Heath Golf Club

The golf course sits on gently rolling heath land just outside Corby, a proper championship-length layout that takes you through some attractive Northamptonshire countryside. It's an 18-hole course that demands respect without being punishing - the kind of place where decent golfers have a decent day and high handicappers can still enjoy themselves.

You'll play through tree-lined fairways with the occasional water hazard to keep you honest. The course routing is sensible rather than gimmicky, which means you're not fighting daft angles or forced carries. If you're staying at one of the nearby glamping spots - Stamford Meadows or New Lodge Farm are both within 5 miles - it's a natural fit for a round before heading back for an evening drink.

Non-golfers, fair warning: this is purely for people who want to swing a club. There's no casual walk-around aspect here. You'll need to be a member or have arranged a visitor's day with a club member to get on, so don't just turn up hoping to have a look. Phone ahead and check their visitor policy.

The course works well as part of a wider Northamptonshire break. You've got Rockingham Forest Park just down the road if you're mixing golf with family stuff, and the market town of Stamford is close by for proper restaurants and pubs when you're finished playing. Allow a full four and a half hours if you're playing - more if the course is busy.