South Kyme Golf Club

South Kyme Golf Club sits just outside Lincoln, a proper traditional course that's been around long enough to know what it's doing. This is eighteen holes of Lincolnshire flatland golf - nothing fancy, nothing pretentious, just straightforward play across open ground with enough water hazards to keep you honest.

The course suits golfers who want a decent round without the pomp of a championship venue. Handicap golfers will find it fair, while higher handicappers shouldn't feel completely out of their depth. It's the kind of place where you can turn up, play, and not feel like you've had to remortgage for the privilege.

If you're staying at Big Sky Hideaway Camping and Glamping nearby - and it's only a few miles away - this makes for a solid morning or afternoon out. The drive from your accommodation takes minutes. You'll want to ring ahead to book a tee time rather than just turning up, and it's worth checking whether they've got any guest rates if you're not a member.

The flat terrain means it's walkable for most fitness levels, though winter conditions can turn the fairways a bit soggy. Spring and autumn tend to play best. It's not a destination course in itself - you're not flying to Lincolnshire purely for this - but if golf's in your holiday plans and you're based near Lincoln, it's worth the short trip. A solid four hours including a bite in the clubhouse afterwards.