A Golfer’s Guide to the Spectacular Golf Courses in Anglesey, Wales

The beautiful island of Anglesey offers a range of golfing experiences to suit various interests and skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer looking for a traditional round of golf or a family seeking a fun-filled activity, the island has something to offer. From 9-hole golf courses and driving ranges to footgolf and crazy golf, there’s something for everyone. When it comes to golf breaks there’s no shortage of places to stay just minutes away from the courses. This guide to the golf and golf courses in Anglesey is a must-read if you fancy a traditional or a crazy round. 

Where To Play Golf In Anglesey

Anglesey is known for its beautiful golf courses and has gained recognition as a fantastic golfing destination. While it may not be as renowned as other countries like Scotland or the United States in terms of golfing history and tradition, Wales has a growing reputation for offering unique and scenic golfing experiences.

Anglesey is known for its friendly atmosphere, welcoming golf clubs, and opportunities for enjoyable golfing experiences. Golfers visiting Anglesey can expect well-maintained courses with various levels of difficulty, suitable for both beginners and seasoned players.

Here’s where you can play on the island. 

18 Hole Traditional Golf Courses in Anglesey

There are four golf courses in Anglesey where you can enjoy a full 18-hole round. These courses typically feature diverse layouts, challenging holes, and beautiful natural surroundings.  These courses provide diverse playing experiences and cater to different skill levels. 

Anglesey Golf Club: Located near Rhosneigr, Anglesey Golf Club offers an 18-hole links course with stunning views of the surrounding coastline. It is known for its challenging layout and well-maintained greens.

Bull Bay Golf Club: Situated in the northern part of Anglesey near Amlwch, Bull Bay Golf Club offers a picturesque 18-hole course. Golfers can enjoy panoramic views of the Irish Sea and the nearby countryside.

Henllys Golf Club: Located near Beaumaris, Henllys Golf Club is an 18-hole parkland course set amidst rolling hills and mature woodlands. It offers a scenic and tranquil golfing experience.

Holyhead Golf Club: Located in Trearddur Bay, Holyhead Golf Club is known for its stunning views of the Anglesey coastline and the Irish Sea. The course offers a challenging 18-hole layout that takes full advantage of its picturesque surroundings.

9 Hole Golf Courses around Anglesey

When you want a practice round, you only have a couple of hours or if 18 holes are just a little too much, 9 holes is the perfect alternative and there are three great 9-hole courses here on Anglesey. 

Storws Wen Golf Club: Situated near Brynteg, Storws Wen Golf Club is a 9-hole parkland course with a combination of challenging holes and scenic surroundings. It provides views of the Snowdonia mountain range. This course can be played as a 9 or 18-hole depending on where you tee off from. 

The Beach Golf Course: Situated in Trearddur Bay, The Beach Golf Course offers a delightful 9-hole golfing experience. With its scenic beauty and well-maintained fairways, the course provides an enjoyable round of golf for players of all skill levels. 

Baron Hill Golf Club: Nestled near the town of Beaumaris, Baron Hill Golf Club offers a charming 9-hole course that combines parkland and woodland elements. The course, which is the oldest privately owned golf course in the UK with a history dating back to the 1880s provides a mix of shorter and longer holes, allowing golfers to showcase their skills and enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings.  

Driving Ranges in Anglesey

If you’re looking to practice your swing or warm up before a round, Anglesey’s driving ranges allow you to hone your golfing skills. There’s just 1 driving range on the island.

Golf Mon: This golf complex in Llangefni is a multi-purpose space with 16 bays powered by Toptracer, 4 green short game areas, and a pitching range. Find out more 

Golf Lessons Anglesey

If you’re looking to improve your game you can take lessons at the following locations:

Golf Mon: Advanced Golf tuition is available all year round for adults and children. 

Henllys Golf Club: PGA Professional David Gadsby is on hand to help improve your golfing technique. Find out more 

Holyhead Golf Club: Coaching is available all year round by PGA Qualified Professionals. Find out more

Crazy Golf in Anglesey

For a more casual and entertaining golf experience, Anglesey offers crazy golf courses. With imaginative and playful obstacles, crazy golf courses offer a delightful challenge for players of all ages.

Anglesey sea zoo crazy golf: Whilst at the Anglesey sea zoo, in Brynsiencyn you can play a quick game of Cpt Jake’s Crazy Golf for an additional fee. Find out more

Golf Mon: a themed 18-hole crazy golf course is coming in 2023 

If you can’t wait until Golf Mon opens you could always drive to 

• Rocky Pines Adventure Golf Course which is perched on the summit of the Great Orme, at Llandudno Find out more
• Zip World, located in the disused slate mine. It’s the world’s first underground adventure golf set in a cave. It’s 500 ft below the surface and is only accessible by Europe’s steepest cable railway.  Find out more

Footgolf in Anglesey

Anglesey also features footgolf, a unique and increasingly popular fusion of football and golf. It’s a fantastic option for those looking for a fun and active alternative to traditional golf. This game that provides a lively and energetic atmosphere is available at one course here in Anglesey. 

Storws Wen Golf Club: This 9-hole golf course near Benllech features the only place you can play footgolf on the island. Choose to play the shorter (1,295 yards) or longer course (2,590 yards). The undulating ground means you need to think before you kick, leading to quite a strategic challenge. 

Golf Breaks in Anglesey

Anglesey provides numerous options for golf breaks, allowing visitors to combine their love for golf with a stay on the island. Some golf courses offer special weekly rates, operate opens and as there is plenty of accommodation available on the island it makes it convenient for golfers to enjoy extended stays and fully immerse themselves in the golfing experience. 

Why not have a golf break in Rhosneigr?

As the only links course on the island, the Anglesey golf club located in Rhosneigr makes the perfect place to have a golf break.  This club operates special deals for summer golf, with attractive weekly rates and a special rate for July and August. They also run open Competitions throughout the year.

The Driftwood, boutique guest house is located just minutes away from the course making it the perfect place to base yourselves during your golfing holiday. 

FAQs

How Many Golf Courses On Anglesey?

There are 7 golf courses on Anglesey, four of these are 18 holes and the remaining three are 9 holes. However,  you can tee off from several places at Storws Wen Golf Club and can be played as a 9-hole or an 18-hole.  

There are also 1, soon to be two crazy golf courses and a dedicated driving range on the island. 

Are There Any Public Golf Courses In Anglesey?

All the golf courses on Anglesey are semi-private and allow visitors to play all year round. Many of them also have open competitions as well.