Dale Hill Hotel & Golf Club

Ian Woosnam, Europe’s 2006 Ryder Cup winning captain, isn’t exactly a prolific course designer but his Dale Hill layout is a little masterpiece. It’s not long and it’s generally forgiving but, like its creator, this golf course packs a punch in the form of large plateau greens, usually well-guarded by water or sand bunkers. Top hole is the 17th, one of the classiest par 4s you’re ever likely to play.

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Dale Hill Hotel and Golf Club has always been regarded as a bit of a secret. With its remarkable views and friendly staff you will be delighted to unearth this hidden gem either to experience the fantastic golfing facilities or for an intimate weekend retreat.

Dale Hill is the highest four star rated Hotel in the area, with 35 international standard en-suite bedrooms, indoor heated pool and gymnasium and two 18 hole golf courses, Dale Hill has all you need for a fantastic stay.

The Condé Nast Johansens guide to independently owned accommodation and meetings venues says: "Situated in over 350 acres of fine grounds, high on the Kentish Weald, the newly refurbished Dale Hill combines the best in golfing facilities with the style and refinement desired by discerning guests. The décor is enhanced by soft coloured fabrics and carpets, creating a summery impression throughout the year."

Golf Courses: Dale Hill has 2, 18 hole golf courses, one of which was designed by Ian Woosnam, perfect for pro, semi pro and complete novices all set in beautiful countryside parkland,

Hotel: The 4 star hotel, that is joined onto the club house, boasts standard rooms, family rooms and suites that are decorated to the highest standard with corresponding facilities. .

Restaurants: With an international chef the Wealden View restaurant offers an exceptional menu for fine dining in an intimate setting or for a less formal experience The Lounge offers a fantastic range of traditional meals and a great service for afternoon tea.

Leisure & Spa facilities: Dale has a fully equipped gymnasium, swimming pool & sauna as well as a full menu of spa treatments you can choose from which you can enjoy from the comfort of your own room.

• Course has: Bar
• Course has: Buggy Hire
• Course has: Driving Range
• Course does not have: Practice Green
• Course has: Pro Shop
• Course has: Restaurant
• Course has: Trolley Hire
• Course has: Dress Code
• Course has: Club Hire
• Course does not have: Handicap

• 4 out of 5 Good challenge, will try again in Summer! 02 April 2014

  By Houch

  We played this course whilst guests at the Hotel at the end of March and despite the greens having been hollow cored and the general condition being a little below standard following the wet winter, the course is still a really good challenge with some ffantastic holes the pick of which are probably the par 4 9th and par 3 16th and enjoyable to play. The only question I would pose is has it been kept open during the worst of the weather to satisfy hotel guests when really it should have been closed?

• 4 out of 5 Dust off your driver,your gonna need it!! 02 May 2008

  By Anonymous

  Wide,long,sweeping fairways,excelent well guarded testing greens,suited for both high and low handicapers.excelent range of par 3's.And my favorite hole being the first,par 5 over 600 yards.well worth a visit