Vale Coastline
Cliffs and beaches give the southern Vale a varied seaward character.
SOUTH WALES
Porthcawl & The Vale
Historic coastal golf extends inland to the Vale Resort.
Porthcawl Links with Inland Vale Contrast
Three courses around Porthcawl give this South Wales destination its coastal core, moving between traditional links and Southerndown's unusual limestone heath.
The Vale Resort changes the setting inland, with tree-lined fairways and large water features creating a longer, more modern style of championship golf.
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Walker Cup Legacy
GB&I defeated the US 14-10 at Royal Porthcawl in 1995.
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The Women's Open
Seventeen players qualified at Pyle & Kenfig in 2025.
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Ogmore Elevation
Southerndown's limestone outcrop rises over 70 metres above sea level.
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Lake Strategy
Water comes into play on all twelve holes of Vale Resort's Lake Course
ROYAL PORTHCAWL LEGACY
More Than Golf Awaits
Kinfern can include local places and experiences alongside your golf, should you wish to spend more time exploring beyond the course.
- Visit Ogmore Castle and cross its ancient stepping stones.
- Tour St Donat's Castle on the Heritage Coast.
- Stroll through Cowbridge's historic centre and independent shops.
- Tour the Hensol Castle Distillery and taste Welsh gin.
Rural Vale
Rolling farmland and small villages sit between the coast and Cardiff.
Seasonal Tables
Farm shops and local kitchens showcase produce grown across the Vale.
Resort Heritage
Porthcawl keeps its Victorian promenade and seaside character alive today.
Begin Your Journey
Speak with our golf travel specialists and start planning your next championship experience.