Southport Municipal Golf Course

Southport Municipal Golf Course sits right on the edge of town, a proper links course that takes advantage of the Lancashire coast's natural terrain. You're looking at 18 holes of straightforward, honest golf - nothing fancy, but the kind of place where the wind can catch you out and the rough will punish a wayward shot.

It's the sort of course that suits golfers who know their way around a course more than absolute beginners. The fairways demand accuracy rather than length, and locals seem to rate it as decent value. If you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks - Southport Caravan and Motorhome Club is barely two miles away, or Four Seasons Glamping if you want something with a bit more comfort - having a golf course this close is a genuine bonus.

You'll want to allow a full morning or afternoon for a round, depending on how busy it gets. The course itself is managed by Sefton Council, so it's accessible and won't break the bank. Pack layers - this is Lancashire coast, so the weather can turn on you. Winter rounds here are bracing but often quieter if that's your thing.

For a golf holiday based around Southport, this does the job without fuss. It's not a destination course that'll have you telling stories back home, but it's reliable. Walk the course or take a buggy depending on your preference - the staff can sort you out with details when you call ahead.