The Nottinghamshire Golf & Country Club

You'll need a handicap certificate and an invitation to play here, so this isn't a drop-in sort of place. The Nottinghamshire Golf & Country Club is a proper members-only course that takes itself seriously - championship standard fairways, well-maintained greens, and the kind of clubhouse where you can actually relax after eighteen holes with a decent drink in hand.

It's the sort of course that rewards good shot-making. The layout demands accuracy rather than brute length, which means mid-to-high handicappers can still have a decent game without getting utterly demoralised. The grounds are immaculate, the staff know what they're doing, and there's a real sense of tradition about the place without being stuffy about it.

If you're a serious golfer staying at one of the nearby glamping spots - Wolds Wine Estate, Peacock Lake, or Gunthorpe Camping are all within striking distance - getting a day pass through a member is worth pursuing. Just don't rock up expecting to walk on. Contact them in advance, ideally through someone who already belongs. The proximity to Nottingham means you're well-positioned for exploring the city when you're not on the course, and the surrounding parkland makes for pleasant walking between rounds.