A no compromise 2 night championship links tour in Cornwall
The Cornish Links Classic brings together two of England’s most respected seaside courses with one of Cornwall’s finest coastal hotels, creating a short tour that delivers authentic links golf with minimal travel. Staying for two nights at the five-star Headland Hotel overlooking Fistral Beach in Newquay, this itinerary combines St Enodoc and Perranporth, two outstanding James Braid designs that showcase the character of golf along Cornwall’s north coast and have both been featured in Top 100 Golf Courses.
The Headland is widely regarded as one of the best hotels in the region and provides a superb base for a golf tour. Its clifftop position above Fistral Beach offers far-reaching coastal views, while the hotel itself delivers the standards expected of a true five-star property. Spacious rooms, several excellent dining options and one of the UK’s leading spa facilities create a stay that feels considered rather than routine. The award-winning spa is regularly recognised among the best in the country and is particularly welcome after a day on the links. Located around 20 minutes from Perranporth and roughly 35 minutes from St Enodoc, the hotel allows for straightforward travel between rounds while maintaining a high standard of comfort throughout the stay.
Golf on the tour begins at St Enodoc’s Church Course near Rock, now ranked inside the World Top 50 and widely viewed as one of the finest links courses in England. Set above the Camel Estuary, the course blends traditional seaside golf with dramatic dunes and elevation changes that add both visual interest and strategic complexity. The famous Himalaya bunker on the 6th and the stretch of holes around the historic churchyard give the course its distinctive identity, while firm turf and exposed greens ensure it rewards thoughtful shot-making and control.
Perranporth offers a purer and more understated links experience and is currently ranked within England’s Top 70 courses. Routed across expansive natural duneland high above the Atlantic, Braid’s layout has changed little since opening and continues to provide a fair but demanding examination. Blind shots, rolling fairways and constant sea views define the round, with the course’s natural drainage and exposed setting keeping it playable throughout the year. It remains one of the most enjoyable and naturally formed links in the South West.
This two-night tour works particularly well for groups seeking strong links golf with a high-quality hotel base. With two highly regarded courses, both recognised by Top 100 Golf Courses, within easy reach of a five-star coastal hotel and one of the country’s standout spa facilities, the Cornish Links Classic delivers a balanced and memorable short golf break on Cornwall’s north coast.
