Your Guide to Golf Near Hunstanton, Norfolk
TLDR: Two outstanding courses sit within a few minutes of Hunstanton on the North Norfolk coast — Hunstanton Golf Club, one of Britain and Ireland’s Top 100 championship links, and Heacham Manor Golf Club, a Golf World Top 100 resort with an American-style links open to all. Stay at mYminiBreak and you have both on your doorstep.
Table of Contents
- Why the Hunstanton Area Is a Serious Golfing Destination
- Hunstanton Golf Club — The Top 100 Championship Links
- Heacham Manor Golf Club — The American-Style Links
- Which Course Is Right for You?
- Planning a Golf Break from mYminiBreak
- What Else Is There to Do?
- FAQ
Why the Hunstanton Area Is a Serious Golfing Destination
North Norfolk has a reputation as one of England’s finest golfing corners, and the stretch of coast around Hunstanton is where that reputation is earned. Between two courses — one a century-old championship test rated alongside Scotland’s finest, the other a modern resort course open to all — this part of Norfolk punches well above its weight.
The landscape helps. The North Norfolk coast is flat, windswept, and open in the way that only true links country can be, which means every round comes with an extra dimension: the wind off The Wash. That same wind that makes Hunstanton a genuine examination of your game also makes it one of the most visually extraordinary places in England to play.
Golf Holidays rank Hunstanton among Norfolk’s top five courses, alongside Royal West Norfolk (Brancaster), Sheringham, Royal Cromer, and Eaton. For a stretch of forty miles of coastline, that is exceptional concentration of quality.
And when the round is over? mYminiBreak is your base — dog-friendly accommodation at Heacham and Hunstanton, minutes from both courses. View availability and book your stay here.
Hunstanton Golf Club — The Top 100 Championship Links
If you are a golfer who cares about playing courses that matter, Hunstanton Golf Club belongs on your list.
Rated as one of Britain and Ireland’s Top 100 courses, golfers have walked its rolling fairways for 125 years. The course sits in a stunning landscape of dunes and links grasses, overlooking The Wash — and here is the thing that makes it genuinely unique: Hunstanton is the only west-facing links course on the east coast of England. That means the sun sets over the sea. In summer, finishing your round as the light drops across the water is an experience that stays with you.
Reviews from the golf world put it in serious company:
“Hunstanton is certainly ‘Open’ calibre — in fact reminding us of Royal Troon in Scotland.” — hiddenlinksgolf.com
“A connoisseur’s course jammed full of memorable quality golf holes.” — top100golfcourses.com
“Magical… you always walk off with a smile on your face.” — todaysgolfer.co.uk
How to Play as a Casual Visitor
Hunstanton Golf Club is a members’ club, but visitors are warmly welcomed throughout the week. You do not need to be a member — you simply need to book in advance and be aware of a few house rules.
Step 1 — Book your tee time. Call the club office or Professional’s Shop on 01485 532811, or use the contact form on the Visitors & Green Fees page. When you call, have all players’ names ready — tee times can be booked in advance without restriction if names are provided at the point of booking.
Step 2 — Check which days suit you. The course is open to visitors on most days, but some windows are reserved for members:
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: open for visitors morning and afternoon (some mid-morning restriction Wednesday for Ladies’ Competition)
- Tuesday: visitors welcome from 10.30am; fourballs permitted from 9am
- Sunday: visitors welcome from 12 noon; fourballs permitted after 1pm
- Saturday: limited visitor windows — primarily after 3pm
Step 3 — Arrive prepared. Hunstanton has a smart dress code (no jeans), a well-stocked Professional’s Shop for hiring trolleys and right-handed clubs, and catering at the 19th hole. Buggies require a medical certificate. Dogs are not permitted on the course for visitor rounds.
Step 4 — Play a serious course. This is a championship links. Expect undulating fairways, links rough, and the ever-present coastal wind. If you are a mid-to-high handicapper, enjoy the challenge — the course tests every level, and the setting more than compensates for any dropped shots.
Step 5 — Consider an Open Competition. The club runs a popular Open Competitions calendar throughout the year, with entries from £35. These welcome visiting club players and are a brilliant reason to build your stay around a competition date.
Visitor Green Fees 2026
| Green Fee | |
|---|---|
| 18 Holes Singles (Summer) | £175 |
| 18 Holes Singles — group of 12+ | £150 |
| 18 Holes Singles — group of 24+ | £125 |
| 18 Holes Foursomes (Summer) | £75 |
| 18 Holes Singles (Winter) | £120 |
| 18 Holes Foursomes (Winter) | £50 |
Norfolk County Cards accepted Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday — excluding August. An extra round on the same day costs £50 singles or £20 foursomes.
Plan your visit at the official Hunstanton Golf Club website →
Staying nearby? mYminiBreak’s Hunstanton site puts you minutes from the first tee, with dog-friendly pitches, shepherd’s huts, and B&B rooms.
Heacham Manor Golf Club — The American-Style Links
Just down the road, Heacham Manor Golf Club takes a different approach — and that is its great strength. Where Hunstanton is a serious championship test with a traditional members’ club feel, Heacham Manor is open to all, relaxed, and genuinely welcoming at every level of ability.
The course has been named in Golf World’s Top 100 Golf Resorts in the UK and Ireland — not small praise for a family-owned resort on the Norfolk coast.
The design is American-style links: an undulating front nine with maturing coastal landscaping, and a parkland back nine where the trees are exactly how nature intended. Four lakes run through the course, with the largest forming the backdrop to the signature hole — the par-three seventh.
How to Play as a Casual Visitor
Heacham Manor is the most accessible option for casual or occasional golfers, and deliberately so. No membership required, no need to call ahead if you are flexible on times.
Step 1 — Book online, any time. The online tee booking system is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Choose your date, pick your time, pay online. As straightforward as booking a table at a restaurant.
Step 2 — Choose your tee position. Four sets of tees suit every standard:
| Tees | Yardage | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Championship (black) | 6,786 yards | Scratch and low handicap |
| White | 6,423 yards | Mid-handicap |
| Yellow | 6,072 yards | Higher handicap, casual play |
| Red | 5,614 yards | Beginners and juniors |
Step 3 — Enjoy the facilities. Smart casual golf attire is fine. The Pavilion has a well-stocked golf shop, sports bar, restaurant, and a first-floor terrace bar with sweeping views across the fairways — perfect after your round.
Step 4 — Bring your society or group. Heacham Manor actively welcomes golf societies. Work golf day, stag event, social club, group of friends — contact the club via heacham-manor.co.uk/golf to discuss group packages.
Step 5 — Gift vouchers. 18 holes from £45 per person. Gift vouchers available — a great option if you want to treat a golfer without committing to a specific date.
Book a tee time at the official Heacham Manor Golf Club website →
Staying nearby? Browse mYminiBreak’s short break options — shepherd’s huts, B&B, and camping all within minutes of the course.
Which Course Is Right for You?
| Hunstanton Golf Club | Heacham Manor Golf Club | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Championship links | American-style links |
| Membership required | No — visitors welcome | No — open to all |
| Booking | Phone or email in advance | Online 24/7, instant confirmation |
| Difficulty | Serious test — suits mid to low handicap | All standards, 4 tee options |
| Green fee (summer) | From £75 (foursomes) / £175 (singles) | From £45 |
| Fourballs | Tuesdays and Sundays only | Yes, all week |
| Open competitions | Yes — from £35 | Societies welcome |
| 19th hole | Catering available | Full restaurant, sports bar, terrace |
| Unique feature | Only west-facing links on east coast of England | Signature par-3 over the lake |
| Official site | hunstantongolfclub.com | heacham-manor.co.uk/golf |
The short answer: if you want to play a course with real history and genuine prestige, Hunstanton is the one. If you are playing with mixed abilities, hosting a society, or want a relaxed round with great facilities afterwards, Heacham Manor is the perfect fit. Many guests at mYminiBreak do both in the same break.
Planning a Golf Break from mYminiBreak
mYminiBreak’s Hunstanton and Heacham site puts both courses within minutes. Wake up, walk the dogs on Holme Beach, and be on the first tee before the rest of the world has had breakfast.
We have accommodation to suit golfers travelling as couples, groups, or societies — shepherd’s huts, B&B rooms, and camping pitches. Everything is dog-friendly, so the non-golfing half of your party can take full advantage of seven miles of beach while you play.
- Camping and glamping at Hunstanton
- Short break accommodation — B&B and shepherd’s huts
- Norfolk coastal cottages — ideal for groups
For society bookings, get in touch — we can work around tee times at both clubs to make the logistics easy.
What Else Is There to Do?
The golf is the main event, but North Norfolk delivers on every side.
On the coast: Holme-next-the-Sea is a short walk from the site, with seven miles of beach, Holme Dunes National Nature Reserve, and the foreshore location of Seahenge — a 4,000-year-old Bronze Age monument.
Wildlife: Wild Ken Hill rewilding project borders the site. RSPB Snettisham, famous for its winter knot murmurations, is a short drive south. RSPB Titchwell Marsh sits east along the coast.
Cycling: The Rebellion Way — a 232-mile circular cycling route around Norfolk — passes through the area. More on Norfolk cycling →
Food and drink: Heacham’s Fox and Hounds is a reliable local, and the wider North Norfolk area has a strong food scene.
Explore all activities near Hunstanton →
FAQ
Is Hunstanton Golf Club open to the public?
Yes. You do not need to be a member. Visitors are welcome on most days — call 01485 532811 or visit hunstantongolfclub.com/visitors to book. Fourballs permitted Tuesdays from 9am and Sundays after 1pm.
How much does it cost to play at Hunstanton Golf Club?
Summer green fees are £175 for 18 holes singles, £75 for foursomes. Group discounts for 12+ (£150/head) and 24+ (£125/head). Winter rates drop to £120 singles and £50 foursomes.
Can beginners play at Heacham Manor Golf Club?
Yes. Heacham Manor is open to all standards with four tee options from 5,614 to 6,786 yards. Book anytime at heacham-manor.co.uk/golf.
How far is Heacham Manor Golf Club from Hunstanton?
About five minutes south along the A149 coast road.
Can I play both courses in one break?
Absolutely — many guests do. mYminiBreak is the ideal base for both.
Do I need to book in advance at both clubs?
At Hunstanton, yes — call 01485 532811. At Heacham Manor, book online anytime at heacham-manor.co.uk/golf.
Are there other golf courses near Hunstanton?
Royal West Norfolk Golf Club at Brancaster, around 12 miles east, is one of England’s finest links — a natural third option for a dedicated golfing tour of North Norfolk.
Is there accommodation near Hunstanton Golf Club?
Yes. mYminiBreak is minutes from both courses — dog-friendly shepherd’s huts, B&B rooms, and camping pitches.
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