Set in the Sussex countryside near Uckfield, East Sussex National Golf Club is home to two championship courses offering 36 holes of contrasting parkland golf. Designed by renowned American golf architect Robert E. Cupp, the East and West Courses combine generous scale, strategic hazards and rolling terrain, making the resort one of the standout golf destinations in the South East of England.

The East Course is the better-known of the two layouts. Measuring 7,081 yards and playing to a par of 72, it was designed as a stadium course with tournament golf at its heart. Its pedigree was established when it hosted the European Open in 1993 and 1994, with the wider venue subsequently welcoming European Challenge Tour events, European Tour Qualifying School and Open Qualifying. Players including Vijay Singh, Ernie Els, Sir Nick Faldo, Colin Montgomerie and Ian Woosnam have all competed at East Sussex National.

Water, elevation changes and strategic bunkering feature throughout the East Course. Its closing stretch provides a particularly strong test, beginning with a demanding par four at the 15th before the par-three 16th, played across water, and a challenging 454-yard par-four finishing hole. The natural amphitheatre surrounding the 18th green reflects the course's original tournament-focused design and provides a memorable conclusion to the round.

The West Course offers a noticeably different experience. Stretching to 7,154 yards with a par of 72, it winds through mature oak trees alongside lakes and streams, creating a more intimate parkland feel. Undulating greens and strategically placed water hazards reward careful course management, while a particularly demanding sequence between the 9th and 14th holes has become known locally as the course's own “Amen Corner”.

Among the West Course highlights is the picturesque 10th, where golfers play towards a two-tier green across water with historic Horsted Place providing the backdrop. The 13th is another memorable par three played over water, while the 18th requires an accurate drive followed by an approach to a heavily protected green in front of the clubhouse.

Practice facilities include a driving range, giving golfers the opportunity to warm up or spend additional time working on their game. With two full championship layouts available in one location, East Sussex National works especially well for a multi-round golf break, allowing groups to experience two very different courses without travelling between venues.

Combining tournament pedigree, two Robert E. Cupp designs and 36 varied holes, East Sussex National Golf Club is an excellent choice for an East Sussex golf break, particularly for golfers looking to play more than one championship course during their stay.