Sherborne Golf Club

The fairways at Sherborne Golf Club roll out across proper Somerset countryside, just a short drive from Yeovil. This is an 18-hole course that's been around long enough to know what it's doing - mature trees frame the greens, and the layout demands respect without being brutally difficult. It's the kind of place where you'll see club members who've been coming here for decades mixed in with visitors trying their luck.

Golfers will want to check the website before heading over, as it's a members' club with visitor play available - but you'll need to book ahead and likely have a handicap certificate to hand. Expect to spend a solid four-and-a-half hours out there. The course isn't wildly long, which suits mid-range players. Stronger golfers might find it a touch gentle, but the greens won't forgive sloppy approach shots.

If you're staying at Long Hazel Park just under five miles away, this makes a natural day out - close enough that you're not spending half the morning driving. It's worth the trip if golf's your thing; if you're a beginner or non-golfer, there's better entertainment elsewhere. The club has a bar for after play, though facilities are fairly basic. Ring ahead to confirm visitor rates and availability - don't just turn up expecting to walk on.