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About

Welcome to Bowood Golf, the Official PGA Golf Course and Golf Academy for the South West, England. Enjoy superb play at our stunning 18-hole PGA Golf Course. Play for a day or join one of the best golf clubs in Wiltshire.

PGA Golf Course & Academy

Set amidst a beautifully landscaped English country estate, Bowood is renowned as one of the finest golf courses in Wiltshire and is the PGA Official Golf Course and Academy Course for the South West.

Designed by the renowned Dave Thomas, our stunning PGA Golf Course is also ranked as number one in Wiltshire by Top 100 Golf Courses.

https://www.bowood.org/bowood-hotel-resort/golf-club-wiltshire/golf-course/

PGA Golf Academy

Our professional PGA Golf Academy offers the perfect environment for golfers of all ages and abilities to develop, learn and have fun while playing golf.

If you are new to golf or simply looking to refine your swing our team of PGA Professionals offer a range of lessons and coaching to suit all abilities. Residential Golf Schools are also available.

https://www.bowood.org/bowood-hotel-resort/golf-club-wiltshire/golf-academy/

Facilities

PGA 18 Hole Championship Golf Course
3 Hole ‘Academy’ Practice Course & Putting Greens
Floodlit, covered Driving Range
PGA Golf Academy, offering Tuition, Pro Shop & Custom Fitting Facilities
The Performance Studio, the ultimate golf simulator experience
Buggy & Trolley Hire
Halfway House for on-course refreshments
The Clubhouse Bar serving all-day menu
Banqueting Suite that seats 160 for dinner/prize giving

Green Fees

Enjoy great golf all year round at Bowood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort.

Golf at Bowood is open to visitors, members’ guests and hotel residents throughout the year. Find out more about our green fees and latest special offers.

https://www.bowood.org/bowood-hotel-resort/golf-club-wiltshire/green-fees/

Golf Breaks

The perfect escape for a luxury golf break in Wiltshire, regarded as one of the finest golf resorts in the South of England.

https://www.bowood.org/bowood-hotel-resort/golf-club-wiltshire/golf-breaks/

Golf Days

For a great day with your society, clients and associates or simply an excuse to gather your golf buddies, enjoy a very special golf day with first-class hospitality.

For 8 or more players enjoy fantastic rates and extensive packages on golf days at Bowood.

https://www.bowood.org/bowood-hotel-resort/golf-club-wiltshire/golf-days/

Membership

Golf membership at Bowood brings a wealth of privileges including exclusive tee times and discounts across the resort.

At Bowood, we welcome everyone to enjoy our first-class facilities and PGA course. We offer a number of membership categories to suit everyone, including special rates for young golfers. Find out more about becoming a member.

https://www.bowood.org/bowood-hotel-resort/golf-club-wiltshire/membership/

Golf Club

In addition to our 18-hole PGA course we offer extensive practice facilities, including a 3-hole PGA Academy Course and well-stocked Pro Shop for all your golfing needs.

https://www.bowood.org/bowood-hotel-resort/golf-club-wiltshire/golf-club/

The Performance Studio

New to Bowood Golf, The Performance Studio provides the ultimate golf simulator experience…

World-famous courses appear in stunning detail on the Trackman simulator, enjoy playing a fun tournament with friends, hone your skills in a practice setting or develop your on course strategies with one of our PGA team.

https://www.bowood.org/bowood-hotel-resort/golf-club-wiltshire/golf-academy/performance-studio/

Opening Times

* GOLF COURSE & PROSHOP OPENING TIMES

PGA Golf Course and Academy Course: Open daily from 7:00am
Driving Range: Open daily from 7:00am – 9:00pm
Clubhouse Brasserie: Open daily from 7:00am – 8:00pm (last orders 7:00pm)
Half Way House: Open daily from 9:30am – 2:30pm

Proshop:
7:00am – 7:00pm daily

The golf team will be available to assist with any queries during the hours of 7:00am – 6:00pm
by contacting 01249 823881 or email at proshop@bowood.org.

Please note: During the winter months, opening times will vary, please check our website or with the Proshop in advance.

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Accessibility

  • Facilities for Disabled Visitors
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Children & Infants

  • Facilities for children

Establishment Features

  • Accept coach parties
  • Cater for groups
  • Coach drop-off point
  • Eco Friendly
  • Event venue
  • Groups Welcome
  • On-site Restaurant/Cafe
  • Open All Year
  • Shop
  • Welcome single sex groups, eg stag/hen parties

Event Facilities

  • Booking Advised

Key Features

  • Stag and Hen Parties
  • Weddings

Parking & Transport

  • Car parking
  • Free Car Parking
  • On-Site Coach Parking
  • Parking On Site
  • Parking On-site or Valet Parking

Payment Methods

  • American Express accepted
  • Delta accepted
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Solo accepted
  • Visa accepted

Sustainability

  • Electric Car Charging Point

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Map & Directions

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Road Directions

From the East To avoid congestion in and around Chippenham we recommend that you exit the M4 at Junction 14. Then take the A4 through marlborough and Calne. Approximately 2 miles west to Calne you will see the sign for Bowood You can also exit at Junction 16 of the M4 and take the A3102 to Calne, from Calne take the A4 towards Chippenham and then follow the brown tourist signs to Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort. Alternatively the route to Bowood is signposted all the way from Junction 17 of the M4. Follow the brown tourist signs to Bowood House from Junction 17, around Chippenham and then head towards Calne on the A4. Approx 3 miles out of Chippenham, there is a large white pub on the right (The Lysley Arms). Just after the pub turn right onto the A342 (Devizes) following the signs to Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort. Drive up the hill for approx ½ mile then turn left into Derry Hill village. The entrance to the golf club is immediately to your right through the ‘Golden Gates’ opposite The Lansdowne Arms pub. From the West The route to Bowood is signposted all the way from Junction 17 of the M4. Follow the brown tourist signs to Bowood House from Junction 17, around Chippenham and then head towards Calne on the A4. Approx 3 miles out of Chippenham, there is a large white pub on the right (The Lysley Arms). Just after the pub turn right onto the A342 (Devizes) following the signs to Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort. Drive up the hill for approx ½ mile then turn left into Derry Hill village. The entrance to the golf club is immediately to your right through the ‘Golden Gates’ opposite The Lansdowne Arms pub. From the South Take the A342 towards Chippenham, continue through the village of Sandy Lane and soon after the road changes to a 40 mph limit you will see the brown tourist sign for Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort. Turn right into the village of Derry Hill. The entrance to the golf club is immediately to your right through the ‘Golden Gates’ opposite The Lansdowne Arms pub. From the North Take the A429 from Malmesbury towards Chippenham, at the M4 junction take the A350 to Chippenham. Follow the brown tourist signs to Bowood House around Chippenham and then head towards Calne on the A4. Approx 3 miles out of Chippenham, there is a large white pub on the right (The Lysley Arms). Just after the pub turn right onto the A342 (Devizes) following the signs to Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort. Drive up the hill for approx ½ mile then turn left into Derry Hill village. The entrance to the golf club is immediately to your right through the ‘Golden Gates’ opposite The Lansdowne Arms pub.

Public Transport Directions

·         Nearest train station – Chippenham (6 miles)

·         Direct transport links from London

·         Nearest Airport – Bristol (40 miles)

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      Fantastic service from the golf team, the pro shop pulled out all the stops to ensure we had the best experience and a fantastic round. Read full review
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