We’d Rather Be Playing: Ramside Hall

The location

This luxurious hotel is the ideal base for exploring all that County Durham has to offer.

Situated just outside the historical city of Durham, and with the Durham Heritage coast and North Pennines just a short drive away, there’s plenty to enjoy away from the golf courses.

You’ll also want to make the most of the beautiful accommodation; the suites are tasteful, stylish, and completed with stunning state-of-the-art bathrooms.

The courses

The Prince Bishops’ course is named after the warrior clergymen who ruled over the lawless North after the Norman Conquest in the 11th Century.

With views of Durham Cathedral, the water hazards on ten of the holes certainly add some excitement. But with wide fairways and more conservative options on every hole, even beginners will love this round.

The Cathedral course is just as immaculately maintained. Making the most of the rolling countryside, the middle holes offer 360-degree views from their raised position, before the course drops dramatically back down into a valley.

The facilities

With no fewer than five relaxing pools, the spa here is extra special.

Featuring an outdoor infinity pool, spa garden, thermal suits and therapeutic treatments using the finest ESPA products, you can indulge in an afternoon of blissful pampering whatever the weather.

The dining options range from Asian delights in the Fusion restaurant to traditional Sunday roasts in the Pemberton’s Carvery.