Matfen Hall offers an 18-hole championship golf course, The Douglas, alongside the 9-hole Dewlaw course and a 9-hole Par 3 course. The estate also features the Mini Matfen 18-hole putting course, providing another way to enjoy golf in the Northumberland countryside
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Golf at Matfen Hall 5 Star Hotel
Matfen Hall is a luxury golf destination in Northumberland, set within 300 acres of historic parkland. Golfers can enjoy The Douglas, an 18-hole championship course, the 9-hole Dewlaw course, a 9-hole Par 3 course and a range of new practice facilities, including a 15-bay Toptracer driving range and an all-weather 18-hole putting course. Hotel residents can enjoy complimentary and unlimited golf during their stay.
The Douglas Course
The Douglas – 18-hole championship golf course.
The Douglas is Matfen Hall's 18-hole championship golf course, combining 9 newly designed green complexes with the original layout. The course runs through 300 acres of Northumberland parkland, incorporating historic features, natural water hazards, mature woodland and the River Pont.
The Douglas is open 7 days a week and is suitable for golfers of different abilities, from experienced players looking for a challenging round to visitors discovering Matfen Hall for the first time.
The Golf Academy
Set within the 300-acre Matfen Hall estate, The Golf Academy brings everything you need to learn, practise and enjoy the game into one place. Seasoned players can fine-tune every club in the bag. Families and newcomers can pick up a club for the first time.
No membership is needed, and the Academy is open to everyone. It's the perfect partner to our championship course, The Douglas.
At a glance
- 15 covered Toptracer bays
- Mini Matfen 18-hole putting course
- 9-hole Par 3 course
- Short game area
- PGA coaching in the Swing Suite
- Café, terrace and golf shop
Book a Tee Time
Making a tee time on the Douglas, Dewlaw Nine or Par-3 course has never been easier. For our valued members, Hotel guests and visitors alike, simply follow the links below to book.
PGA Coaching
Whether you are picking up a club for the first time or chasing a lower handicap, our PGA Professionals are here to help you enjoy the game more and play it better.
From individual and junior lessons to weekly group sessions, playing lessons on the Par-3 and The Douglas, and custom club fitting, our coaching takes place across the Matfen Hall estate, including the Toptracer driving range and dedicated short game area at The Golf Academy. It is open to members and visitors alike.
2026 Fees
Green Fees
The Douglas, 18 holes - £90
The Douglas, 18 Holes (Twilight) - £60
Dewlaw, 18 holes - £60
Dewlaw, 9 holes - £35
Junior, 18 holes - £25
Hotel Residents receive complimentary tee times in all room rates.
Society Fees
Coffee & Bacon Rolls, 18 holes - £70pp
Coffee & Bacon Rolls, 18 holes, One Course Meal - £80pp
Coffee & Bacon Rolls, 18 holes, Two Course Meal - £85pp
Contact the Pro Shop to book a Society day.
The Keepers
Overlooking The Douglas, our championship golf course, The Keepers is a space for guests and members to enjoy the gentle beauty of our Northumbrian estate. Informal and inviting, stroll off the green and into the cool elegance of our purpose-built lodge, balcony and patio for 19th hole libations and a meal. Also housed are our golf instruction and club fitting facilities, simulator for golf or football and our well-stocked pro shop.
Golf at Matfen Hall includes The Douglas, an 18-hole championship course, Dewlaw, a 9-hole course, and a 9-hole Par 3 course. Set within 300 acres of Northumberland parkland, the estate also offers an 18-hole putting course, a Toptracer driving range and dedicated practice facilities. Whether you're planning a full round or looking to develop your skills, there's a golf experience to suit different abilities
The Douglas is Matfen Hall's 18-hole championship golf course, set across the estate's beautiful Northumberland parkland. Redesigned for 2026, it combines nine newly designed and reimagined green complexes with the character of the original layout. Golfers can enjoy natural water hazards, historic dry-stone walls, mature countryside and the meandering River Pont, creating a rewarding round for players of different skill levels.
Yes, Matfen Hall welcomes visitors as well as hotel guests and golf club members. Visitors can book tee times on The Douglas, Dewlaw or the Par 3 course, subject to availability. The Golf Academy is also open to visitors without requiring membership, with access to the 15-bay Toptracer driving range, putting facilities and practice areas
Yes, hotel residents receive complimentary golf tee times as part of their room rate. Guests can also choose Matfen Hall's Stay & Play offer, which includes complimentary and unlimited golf for the duration of their stay, subject to availability. It's an ideal choice for a luxury golf break in Northumberland, combining championship golf with five-star accommodation and dining.
Yes, Matfen Hall's Golf Academy features a 15-bay covered, all-weather Toptracer driving range. The technology allows golfers to track shot distance, speed and ball flight, take part in virtual challenges and practise with friends or family. Buckets of 50 or 100 balls are available, making the range suitable for warming up before a round or enjoying a dedicated practice session
Matfen Hall offers a range of golf practice facilities at The Golf Academy, including 15 covered Toptracer bays, an 18-hole Mini Matfen putting course, a 9-hole Par 3 course and a dedicated short-game area. Golfers can also book PGA coaching in the Swing Suite, while The Keepers houses golf instruction, club-fitting facilities and a simulator. These facilities provide opportunities to practise, develop technique and enjoy golf beyond a traditional championship round
Yes, Matfen Hall offers golf facilities for beginners, families and experienced players alike. The 9-hole Par 3 course is ideal for newcomers who want to build confidence, while the Toptracer driving range and short-game area provide space to practise. Golfers can also book PGA coaching, including individual and junior lessons, group sessions and playing lessons on The Douglas and the Par 3 course. More experienced players can take on the challenge of The Douglas championship course
Tee times at Matfen Hall can be booked online through the official golf booking system. Members, hotel guests and visitors can check availability and book rounds on The Douglas, Dewlaw or the Par 3 course. For assistance with a booking, you can contact the golf team on 01661 886 400, extension 2, or email golf@matfenhall.com.