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The National Golf Centre at Woodhall Spa comprises two championship courses: the Hotchkin, a venerable heathland masterpiece with 143 dramatic bunkers and recently restored by Tom Doak, and the Bracken, a contemporary parkland design opened in 1998 on contrasting terrain. Host to England Golf's elite academy, which has produced world-class professionals, the centre offers world-class coaching alongside extensive practice facilities and welcomes visitors for rounds, societies, and corporate events.
Layout & location
Setting. Sandy tract with heather, gorse, pine; Bracken course built on boulder clay with woodland and arable farmland
Founded 1891 · Designed by Harry Vardon; Donald Steel (Bracken).
Notable
- Home of England Golf
- Hotchkin ranked 74th best course in world (Golf.com)
- Hotchkin ranked 4th best heathland course in UK
- Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI)
- 143 bunkers on Hotchkin course
- Extensively refurbished by Tom Doak (completed 2019)
- Bracken opened 1998, designed by Donald Steel
- Developed elite players including Justin Rose, Danny Willett, Tyrrell Hatton, Matt Wallace
Facilities
- 16-bay covered driving range with Toptracer technology
- PGA coaching
- Short game area
- Indoor swing analysis
- Fitness room
- Putting room
- Restaurant
- Accommodation packages
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