The Old Course at San Roque Club is a classic of the Sotogrande region – a polished, tree-lined championship layout that has hosted the Spanish Open and served as a long-time venue for European Tour Q-School finals. Designed by Dave Thomas in 1990 and recently renovated by original co-designer and Ryder Cup legend Seve Ballesteros, the course blends thoughtful design with elite-level presentation. Tight fairways framed by cork and oak trees place a premium on accuracy, while elevated greens and deep bunkering demand crisp iron play. The routing rises and falls through a quiet, inland setting with water coming into play on several holes – most memorably the par-3 15th and par-4 17th. The renovation has modernised the greens, improved bunker positions, and sharpened the visuals while preserving its old-world character. The Old Course is less dramatic than nearby Valderrama or Finca Cortesin – but it’s no less pure. It rewards smart, strategic golf and has long been a favourite of pros seeking a true test without the fanfare.