Tylney Park Golf Club

Tylney Park is a proper 18-hole course tucked away in rural Hampshire, just a few miles from Reading. The layout winds through 160 acres of parkland with mature trees lining nearly every fairway - it's the sort of place where you genuinely feel you've escaped into the countryside despite being close to town.

The course itself is no pushover. It's well-maintained and plays to a decent length, with enough water hazards and bunkers to keep you honest without feeling punitive. The signature holes make decent conversation afterwards, particularly around the back nine where the terrain opens up a bit. Par-3s are particularly strong here.

Golfers of all levels play it, though it's pitched more at club members and serious players than absolute beginners looking for a casual round. If you're staying at Wellington Country Park nearby, it's an easy enough trip for a round before heading back to family attractions there.

You'll need to phone ahead to check whether they accept visitors - some clubs restrict play to members only, and visitor rates can vary season to season. Allow four and a half hours for eighteen, maybe a bit less if the course isn't busy. Go midweek if possible to avoid weekend traffic from Reading.

Honestly, if golf's your thing and you've got an afternoon free during a park holiday in the area, it's worth ringing them. But don't plan your entire trip around it.