Top Golf Courses and Resorts in the Exeter Region

Simon Wells
Authored by Simon Wells
Posted Wednesday, March 29, 2023 - 10:48pm

Exeter, the city in Devon, is a wonderful destination if you find yourself in the South West of England.

The city of Exeter has a rich history, resulting in some beautiful architectural districts that attract students and tourists. While you're there, check out the restaurants, cafes, and gardens.

Don't worry if sightseeing isn't your cup of tea, though. Another fun event is planned; GolfHolidaysDirect got you covered!

Exeter's Top-tier Golfing Courses

If you find yourself in the mood for a quick round of golf while in Exeter, you may head to one of these nearby courses.

Each course on this list offers a unique experience, and all can be reached in about half an hour.

Exeter Golf & Country Club

You should check out Exeter Golf & Country Club if you like parkland-style courses.

Membership in this club, located just beyond the Exeter city limits, is a major status symbol. You have two options: an 18-hole course and a 9-hole course.

The 18-hole layout has numerous hazards, mature trees, manicured fairways, and water features. Though shorter, the 9-hole course still offers a challenging and rewarding round of golf.

Whatever way you slice it, you're going to love being here.

Woodbury Park Golf & Country Club

Woodbury Park Golf & Country Club offers two challenging courses and a beautiful setting, making it an ideal destination for a day of golf and relaxation.

Less than thirty minutes from Exeter, this set of parkland-style courses offers the option of playing rounds of varying lengths.

If you're searching for a shorter game but still want to be challenged, the Acorns Course's 9 holes will do the trick.

Their 18-hole option, The Oaks Course, features picturesque vistas of the surrounding landscape, from the fairways to the lakes.

Each golfer can enjoy themselves on either course.

East Devon Golf Club

East Devon Golf Club is a unique heathland course among England's top 100, offering stunning views of the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage site.

This 18-hole course is a sight to behold thanks to its bunkers, vistas, undulating greens, and abundant flora and fauna, all of which present unique difficulties for golfers of all skill levels.

Just 36 minutes from Exeter, this course is perfect if you want some beautiful scenery to accompany your round.

Exminster Golf Centre

The Exminster Golf Centre can be found just outside Exeter, a journey of about 20 minutes.

This 9-hole professional-design course in rural Devon features 18 tee boxes and the picturesque Devon countryside.

All levels of players will enjoy the fun and challenging round provided by the course's undulating fairways and natural water features.

Teign Valley Golf Club

The Teign Valley Golf Club, located in central Devon (only 29 minutes from Exeter), is a great example of how nature and course design can work together to create a demanding yet enjoyable golfing environment.

This 18-hole course, known for its well-maintained parkland fairways and excellent drainage, is open to golfers of all skill levels throughout the year.

One of the course's signature holes is 496 yards long and the longest hole-in-one in golf history, setting it apart from the competition.

You can play a wonderful game here at any time of the year.

Woodbury Park 

Parkland, located on Woodbury Common and planned by J. Hamilton Stutt in the 1980s, is not far from Exeter. It has some holes with broad fairways and others with narrow fairways and lots of trees. Water comes into play on five different greens.

The Warren Golf Club

Finally, to the south of Exeter is the Warren Golf Club, which provides a traditional links-style course. Among this list, it stands out because it is one of the few genuine links in the South Devon area.

The Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve may be seen from several vantage points on this 18-hole course, located in the Warren Estate and about 36 minutes from Exeter. Players will find it a pleasant challenge and one of Devon's top courses.

The course is accessible most of the year due to its sandy underpinnings; winter greens and tees must be used during winter.

Anyone looking for something different from the other local courses should check this out.

Final Thoughts

These Exeter establishments are among the favorites, although they are by no means the only ones. If you want to test your mettle, try one, a few, or all items on this list.

If none of these golf courses in Devon appeal to you, you can always check out the rest of these listings and do some comparison shopping.

There are courses of many shapes and sizes, lengths, and difficulties to suit every golfer's needs on any given day.


 

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