Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club, Warwickshire

Set in the heart of the Midlands amongst the rural Warwickshire countryside, this venue completed a stunning £5 million refurbishment during 2009. Although the golf courses may be the star turn at the Forest of Arden, the superb hotel should not be underestimated. With 214 rooms and unparalleled facilities and service, your golf holiday here will undoubtedly be a memorable one.

Despite being within a short distance of Birmingham, the NEC and the International Airport, the hotel is set amidst no less than 10,000 acres of Warwickshire's finest countryside. The spacious guest rooms are luxurious, as is expected from a 4-star Marriott, and are furnished and decorated in a tasteful, contemporary style.

The outstanding facilities make this a great choice for a leisure or spa break, while those who choose a golf break at the Forest of Arden will be rested and rejuvenated in the hotel, ready to tackle the superb courses once again.

The Cedarwood Spa centre at the Forest of Arden is a luxurious facility, offering an extensive variety of health and beauty therapy. Speciality treatments include body scrubs and wraps, facials, manicures, pedicures, massages and waxing. For the fitness-conscious, the leisure club has an excellent swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gymnasium, while there are also tennis courts, table tennis and croquet.

Savour fine cuisine and wines in the Oaks Grill and Bar; or stop by the Zest Restaurant and Bar for casual dining throughout the day

The Forest of Arden is one of the UK's most impressive golf destinations, featuring two top-class courses - the Arden Course and Aylesford Course. The club is located on 10,000 acres in the heart of the Midlands, surrounded by ancient woodlands and natural lakes. Forest of Arden has played host to some of golf’s most prominent tournaments, including the British Masters and English Open.

Both the Arden Course and the Aylesford Course were designed by Donald Steel and are located on the grand Packington Estate. Many varieties of wildlife can be found within the boundaries of the club, and golfers have a very good chance of catching a glimpse of the friendly deer that live in the majestic countryside setting.

Arden Course

On the Arden Course, you can pit your wits against the same course professionals have been challenging for years. Forest of Arden has held numerous European Tour events, including the English Open and British Masters. The victory roster includes many of the world’s greatest golfers including Colin Montgomerie, Ian Woosnam, Philip Walton, Greg Turner, Robert Allenby and Thomas Bjorn.

The par 72 course is a true test of golf, designed to make golfers play a wide range of shots. Its variety of tee boxes, water hazards and trees neatly outline the fairways, offering a thoroughly unforgettable golf experience.

7213 Yards          Par 72          Parkland Course

Aylesford Course

Complementing the Arden Course is the recently redesigned Aylesford Course. The par 69 course is shorter in length than its sister course, yet it retains many of the Donald Steel hallmarks that Arden offers in its layout, bunkering, and green design.

The Aylesford is a true test of accuracy for golfers of all abilities, with its narrow fairways, challenging greens and enticing water hazards.

5801 Yards          Par 69          Parkland Course