Cottesmore Golf & Country Club offers 27 holes of parkland golf in the West Sussex countryside, close to Crawley and London Gatwick Airport. Its two contrasting courses give visiting groups the flexibility to combine a full competitive round with shorter, more relaxed golf during the same break.

The Griffin is Cottesmore’s principal 18-hole course. Mature trees frame its fairways, while changes in elevation and attractive views across the surrounding countryside add character to the round. Water hazards influence the strategy on several holes, placing a premium on sensible club selection and accurate approach play. The course provides a fair challenge for established golfers without being unnecessarily intimidating for higher handicappers.

The nine-hole Phoenix Course offers a shorter and more forgiving experience. It has fewer hazards than the Griffin and is particularly suitable for beginners, mixed-ability groups or golfers wanting an additional nine holes after arriving at the resort. Its quicker format also works well on the final morning of a golf break.

Practice facilities include a driving range and golf simulator, allowing players to warm up or work on their game away from the courses. Tuition is available through the golf academy, while the on-site professional shop stocks equipment and golfing essentials.

After playing, golfers can head to the Phoenix Bar & Restaurant, where the balcony overlooks the Griffin Course. An on-site hotel and self-catering lodges make Cottesmore an easy choice for groups wanting accommodation, dining and golf in one location. Guests can also use the resort’s health club, which includes an indoor swimming pool, gym, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room.

Its accessibility from London and proximity to Gatwick make Cottesmore especially practical for short golf breaks in southern England.