Golf In Wales - October 2007
Fore Seasons Golf Holiday and CastnerGolf have teamed up tp offer this exciting and wonderful golf trip to little visited Wales - in the United Kingdom, home to some great links courses and the Ryder Cup in 2010 at Celtic Manor.
Golfing in Wales Proposed Itinerary
Day |
Date |
Golf |
Hotel |
Other |
Saturday |
October 6, 2007 |
Fly Newark - Liverpool |
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Sunday |
October 7 |
Conwy Golf Club - Conwy |
Castle Hotel - Conway |
Arrive in Liverpool and drive to Conwy for afternoon round |
Monday |
October 8 |
Nefyn Golf Club - Nefyn |
Castle Hotel |
Full Welsh breakfasts daily |
Tuesday |
October 9 |
Royal St. Davids Golf Club - Harlech |
Penhellig Arms Hotel - Aberdovey |
Luxury coach with full time driver guide for entire trip |
Wednesday |
October 10 |
Aberdovey Golf Club - Aberdovey |
Dragon Hotel - Swansea |
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Thursday |
October 11 |
Pennard Golf Club - Pennard |
Dragon Hotel |
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Friday |
October 12 |
Royal Porthcawl Golf Club - Porthcawl |
Celtic Manor - Newport |
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Saturday |
October 13 |
Celtic Manor - Ryder Cup Course - Newport |
Celtic Manor |
Fly - Bristol - Newark |
Sunday |
October 14, 2007 |
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Golf In Wales - The Golf Courses
Conwy Golf Club - A classic links overlooking the Conwy Estuary. The course features narrow fairways, tight lies and plenty of gorse and bracken. One of the qualifying courses for the 2006 British Open at Royal Liverpool.
Nefyn Golf Club - (18 holes old course - option for
further 10 - no extra charge). Probably the most breathtaking
location of any of our great links courses here in Wales, the course meanders
along the rugged coastline of the Llyn Peninsula and features some excellent
golf holes. The old course dates back to
1907 and remains largely untouched. A real treat for the links golfing enthusiast.
Royal St Davids- The course which has played host to the British Seniors Open on several occasions is one of only two courses in Wales to receive Royal patronage, it is laid out on the sands overlooked by Harlech Castle. Golf Digest recently rated the course among the top 100 courses outside the USA. The course is quite open for the first nine, with the back nine running through the dunes. Excellent greens, tight lies and long rough characterize this true links.
Aberdovey Golf Club - This course was also recently voted among the Golf Digest top 100 courses outside the USA. Bernard Darwin was a great fan of this links, which is sandwiched between the Cambrian mountains and dunes of Cardigan Bay. One of the oldest clubs in Wales, the course features the undulations and hollows that only a true links can offer, along with some great finishing holes.
Pennard Golf Club - Established in 1896, the course is laid out on common land overlooking three cliffs bay. A must for the true links enthusiast, the course offers all the undulations and tight lies that an old links can offer. Fast greens and some superb views make a visit to Pennard one not to miss.
Royal Porthcawl - Founded in 1891, this is probably the finest links course in Wales. Host to the British Amateur Championships and Walke Cup, this classic links, laid out next to the shore at Rest Bay, features some excellent holes. The sea is visible from every hole and the layout presents a challenge regardless of the wind direction. The clubhouse is steeped in history and is a real treat for the golfing historian
Roman Road Course - Roman Road, the first of the Resort’s courses, opened
in 1995 and was ranked ‘the top inland course in Wales’ by Golf Monthly
Magazine. Overlooking the Severn Estuary with views across to Somerset and
Devon, it was designed by Robert Trent Jones and is named after the many Roman roads that criss cross it,
the design shaped to avoid disrupting any remains. The Roman Road course was the
host venue in 2005 and 2006 for both The Celtic Manor Wales Open and the
star-studded All*Star Cup, which over the two years of the event has featured
celebrities such as Catherine Zeta Jones, Michael Douglas, Ronan Keating, Chris
Evans, Jodie Kidd, Bruce Forsyth, William Baldwin, Alice Cooper, Meat Loaf,
James Nesbitt and Jane Seymour.
Gof In Wales - The Hotels
Castle Hotel Conway - 4* - formerly an ancient coaching inn dating back to the 15th Century, the Castle Hotel is one of the most photographed buildings in Conway. The Hotel's owners, the Lavin family along with their friend and partner, Graham Tinsley take good food and hospitality very seriously. Graham, an award winning chef and Peter Lavin have created a restaurant and menu which takes inspiration from bygone days but given a modern interpretation. Fabulous local Welsh produce is always served with a flair and passion.
Penhellig Arms Hotel - 4* This
friendly hotel, situated on the water’s edge offers excellent levels of
comfort, along with a fine restaurant- offering some of the best fresh fish in
the area. The rooms are well appointed and offer splendid views across the dyfi
estuary. As well as the first class restaurant, the bar at the
“Pen” is a favorite amongst locals and guests alike, and Dennis the Bar Manager and member of
Aberdovey is a living legend.
Dragon Hotel - 4* Over £3.5 million has been spent on this top Swansea City Centre hotel to offer guests excellent hotel accommodation, superb leisure facilities in the heart of Swansea. The Dragon Hotel is a Swansea landmark, centrally located and within walking distance of the city's key amenities, attractions, shops and vibrant nightlife. The Brasserie Restaurant is the place to dine in Swansea city centre and the hotel boasts an AA Rosette in recognition of the delicious modern European-style cuisine served in the restaurant.
Celtic Manor Resort - 5* The Resort’s luxurious five star hotel opened in 1999, and overlooks the Roman Road Course. The rooms are beautifully appointed and decorated, where distinctive design and traditional luxury create a calm and relaxing environment. The Hotel features a fine dining restaurant - “Owens” as well as the less formal Olive Tree Restaurant, along with Merlins Bar.
Golf In Wales - Other specifics:
Golf: Includes rounds listed above with reserved starting times. Caddies are generally available, but, as they are independent contractors, can not be guaranteed. The cost of caddies is not included in the trip price. The typical cost for caddies is US$ 40 to $50 plus tip. In addition, several courses have power carts.
Transportation: Luxury coach with full time driver guide for entire trip
Meals: Full Irish breakfasts daily and dinner at the Penhellig Arms.
Hotels: Includes properties listed above - twin occupancy - see below for single supplement.
Airfare: While we will be happy to assist you in making your air reservations, the cost of air travel is not included in the quotation.
**Pleas Note: As of the date of this proposal, the above hotels and golf courses are expected to be available. However, until a deposit is received, no final reservations will be made.
Price per person land costs only -based on 8 players $3,625.00
Single supplement -$525.00
Deposit $600 per person.
Balance due - 70 days prior to departure.
Please feel free to call with any questions you might have. We look forward to booking your trip soon.
For Additional Information
Please Call Bill Castner at
(917) 208-5197
or
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