Bidford Grange Golf Course

Just outside Alcester, this 18-hole course sits on gently rolling Warwickshire countryside that actually rewards decent striking. The layout isn't dramatically difficult - there are no brutish carry-over hazards or greens that bite you for half-inches - but it demands respect. You'll walk past farmland and tree-lined fairways, and on a clear day you can see proper distance across the Midlands.It's a decent test for mid-range golfers without being punishing enough to ruin your day. The course plays to around 6,300 yards, which feels about right for the terrain. Ground conditions hold up reasonably well through winter, though summer's when it truly sparkles.Families should know this is golf-only really - no frills, no adventure golf or driving range nonsense. Pack your own clubs or book a hire set in advance. The Alcester location means you're genuinely close to Shakespeare's territory without the Stratford-upon-Avon crowds.If you're basing yourself at Rayford Caravan Park or Monks' Barn Farm just down the road, this works as an easy morning round before heading into market town browsing. Not a pilgrimage-worthy track, but proper local golf that locals clearly appreciate. Worth a round if you're staying nearby and have time to kill.