London Golf Club
ITINERARY : A COUNTRY ESCAPE WITH LONDON GOLF CLUB
Sometimes you just want to pack up your clubs , escape the city , and take a rural retreat . Positioned just 20 miles from London and within the beauty of the Kent countryside , the 700 acre London Golf Club makes for the relaxed golf escape you ’ ve been dreaming of . What ’ s more , with country castles and vineyards on the club ’ s doorstep , you ’ ve got the perfect excuse to extend your stay and really make a break of it .
PLAY
London Golf Club One of the finest downland courses in Europe , London Golf Club ’ s International Course has played host to the 2018 and 2019 Staysure PGA Senior Championship , Volvo World Match Play and Regional Open Qualifying . Spanning acres of idyllic countryside , it goes without saying , you can expect glorious views while you play , along with nailbiting tee shots over lakes and fast fairways for a challenging round that ’ s sure to get the heart pumping .
THE NEXT DAY
Mount Vineyard No Kentish retreat would be complete without a little wine tasting and vineyard visit , so we recommend heading just a short drive away to The Mount Vineyard near Sevenoaks . Enjoy an afternoon of vineyard views , tastings of some of their finest wines and a tour that takes you from grape to glass as you discover this local hidden gem . Round off your day with a cheese board paired with a sparkling tipple or two for a real taste of Kent .
Great Comp Garden Renowned as one of Kent ’ s finest gardens , this tranquil space will help you slip into neutral and put the stresses of everyday life firmly on pause . Stroll seven acres of rare plants and discover romantic ruins , a fairytale Italian garden , peaceful woodland and borders packed with colour . And because no country staycation would be complete without a little freshly baked cake , be sure to stop by the Old Dairy Tearooms for a delectable cream tea .
STAY
Hever Castle Oh yes , in Kent you really can spend the night in a castle ! Check in at Hever Castle ’ s very own bed and breakfast and you ’ ll be guaranteed a memorable evening in one of 28 luxurious rooms set in the Astor and Anne Boleyn wings of the castle . Relax onto sumptuous sofas in the beautifully panelled lounge or take a turn in the rather splendid Billiards Room for a true country house experience . The next day , we recommend exploring the castle and discovering its rich history ( after all , this was Anne Boleyn ’ s childhood home ), before strolling through those magnificent award-winning gardens .
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