Set within a 300-acre estate in Hertfordshire, The Grove is one of England’s top modern parkland courses – and the only UK venue to have hosted a World Golf Championship. Designed by Kyle Phillips and opened in 2003, it combines strategic challenge with immaculate presentation. The routing flows through rolling countryside, mature woodland, and open meadows, with every hole framed beautifully by manicured bunkers and fast, contoured greens. It’s not brutally difficult, but it demands smart play and precise ball striking. The par-4 9th and par-5 18th stand out for their risk-reward possibilities. Conditioning is consistently tour-grade, and the resort facilities – spa, hotel, dining – are world class. The Grove is fully open to visitors, with no members, and the service reflects that: welcoming, professional, and efficient. It’s a perfect round for corporate golf, luxury weekend breaks, or pre-Open tune-ups. Expect a seamless experience from arrival to final putt. Not a links, not a test of survival – The Grove is pure five-star parkland enjoyment.