North yorkshire

As these five prove, nine- and even ten-hole courses often deliver a more relaxing, hugely enjoyable and satisfying game at bargain rates

Rob Smith takes in three lovely courses in the southern half of arguably the most beautiful county in England to test his game and soak up the views

Jeremy Ellwood takes in 27 of the 45 holes at this lovely Macdonald Hotels property set in the Cheshire countryside just half an hour from Chester

These four glorious properties need only a modicum of tender loving care and offer great rewards to the far-sighted

Price plays no part in our courses or ...

Writer Jo Ebsworth headed to The Belfry Hotel & Resort for a crash course in golf and some much-needed pampering