Simpsons Wine Estate
A LUXURY FOODIE WEEKEND WITH ROYAL ST GEORGE ’ S
When it comes to the crème de la crème of golf breaks , a visit to The 149th Open hosts , Royal St George ’ s has got to be up there . Play the course where history has been made across 14 Open Championships and walk in the footsteps of the world ’ s golfing greats . And , as this weekend should be all about the very best Kent has to offer , we recommend extending your stay and experiencing some of Kent ’ s famed food and drink for the ultimate luxury break .
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Royal St George ’ s The course that ’ s on every golfer ’ s mind this summer , Royal St George ’ s Golf Club is one of England ’ s most picturesque links courses , with beautiful views across Pegwell Bay and a coastline edged with chalk cliffs . Founded more than 100 years ago , it ’ s no secret the course is deceptively challenging , with rolling fairways , blind tee shots and the UK ’ s tallest and deepest bunker that all make for a thrilling round .
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Simpsons Wine Estate Just a few miles away in Barham village , Simpsons Wine Estate produces some of Kent ’ s finest wines , with an ethos that links their expertise in French winemaking with the iconic characteristics and nuances of the Kent North Downs terroir . A tour and tasting here is a must , whether you choose one of the Friday evening Sunset Sessions or a weekend tour . Whenever you visit , you can expect beautiful views across the idyllic Roman Road Vineyard , followed by a tutored tasting of a selection of their exquisite wines in The Glass House Tasting Room .
Chequers Kitchen Whitstable oysters , Romney Marsh lamb , Kentish strawberries … the Garden of England boasts an impressive foodie repertoire and a range of delectable produce , so a cookery experience at Deal ’ s Chequers Kitchen is the perfect way to celebrate those culinary credentials . Learn the art of pastry-making , discover artisan bread-making , or master any number of international cuisines on a cookery course , or settle in for a relaxed supper or lunch and let their expert chefs take care of the cooking .
STAY
Kent and Sussex Cottages With over 350 cottages to choose from , a stay with Kent and Sussex Cottages can offer anything from a coastal hideaway minutes from Royal St George ’ s , to a rural sanctuary in the heart of Kent ’ s rolling countryside . Whether you ’ re in search of cosy log fires , a traditional oast house that ’ s oh-so-Kentish , beach huts , or luxury hot tubs , your perfect staycation location is just waiting to be discovered .
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