Royal Porthcawl Golf Club, Championship golf course in Porthcawl, Wales, United Kingdom.
Royal Porthcawl Golf Club is an 18-hole course in Porthcawl, Wales, set among sand dunes and coastal ridges. The fairways are wide and open, shaped by natural terrain that creates demanding tests for every golfer.
The club received its royal title from King Edward VII in 1909, establishing itself as a leading golfing destination in Wales. Its coastal location made it distinctive from the start and it quickly developed into a recognized championship venue.
The club holds deep roots in competitive golf culture, hosting major tournaments that draw players from across the world. This tradition shapes how the course is experienced and used by serious golfers visiting from afar.
Visitors need to bring an official handicap certificate, as this is required before playing. The course is open year-round and has staff on site who can help with orientation and guidance.
Nearly every hole runs directly alongside the Bristol Channel, except for the 12th, meaning wind constantly shifts how the course plays. Golfers must continuously adapt their strategy as wind direction completely transforms the challenge on this course.
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