Guide To The UK's Indoor Golf Centres

Post by Golf Journalist Josh Carr

Thinking about taking up golf, getting more practice or just playing some indoor golf? Well, look no further; here is a round up of best indoor golf centres in the UK.

Indoor golf centres are laid back and look to advertise the social side of golf as well as moving the sport in an alternative, exciting direction. These indoor golf centres are the perfect place to go to help improve your swing while still having a fun time with your friends as well as a great way to take up the game of golf.

Urban Golf

Described as the “Holy Grail” of indoor golf, Urban Golf offers golfers a completely unique experience. The AboutGolf simulators found at Urban Golf are the most accurate, fun and visually stunning available on the market. The aG curved simulator is a must try as the curved screen uses image blending intelligence to seamlessly integrate the output of three HD projectors to give you the ultimate panoramic effect. There’s so much more to do at Urban Golf as oppose to just smashing balls aimlessly into a field at your local driving range.

The two clubhouses, situated in London called Royal Smithfield and Soho G&CC, give you a number of different opportunities. You can have a quiet social game on the simulators with your mates while enjoying an ice-cold beer, take advantage of a lesson on one of the simulators or even get your clubs custom fitted.  The best part is, you can even bring your non-golfing friends and if they don’t like the playing part they can always sit and enjoy a drink in the stylish bars on offer. As there are no rules, it is fully acceptable to goad your opponent without feeling guilty, a truly unique experience you wont find on the course.

On top of the social aspect of Urban Golf, you can also enter some competitions that have outstanding prizes. For example, the winner of the “London’s Best Golfer 2015/16” competition will win a once in a lifetime trip to go and watch The Masters including flights and accommodation all paid for. So if you’re looking for a laid back approach to the game and want to stay warm during the winter, look no further than Urban Golf London.

iPlayGolfUK

Located in Milton Keynes, iPlayGolfUK is very similar to Urban Golf as it offers six simulators that are linked to big screens with 70 full-length courses to choose from. If you want to play in lifelike conditions on some of your favourite courses, you can even change the weather conditions to suit and if you want to bring the youngsters along, you can pick one of the crazy golf courses to play that are also available on the simulators.

On top of just practicing your game inside, you can also take advantage of lessons off a PGA Professional. In the social area there is a bar and a pool table and if you decide to go all out and hire the VIP lounge that is ideal for large groups/parties, there is a private bar, TV’s and games consoles to keep you occupied when you’re not ripping up St Andrews.

inPlayGolf

inPlayGolf is Bristol’s first indoor golf facility that accepts all standard of golfer. Situated within walking distance of Bristol city centre, inPlayGolf is easily accessible and is perfect for those who want to hone in their swing in a relaxed and informal environment.

To add to the six simulators that are perfect for social evenings and team building nights, the indoor facility also has a licensed bar and although it doesn’t serve food, you can always order a takeaway from the neighbouring steak house that will be delivered to your bay. If you’re looking at buying a new club or fancy updating the wardrobe, you can take advantage of the Foremost shop. You can even shop online and collect in-store.

Golf Bar Leeds

Golf Bar Leeds offers the perfect place to play and watch golf. The golf and various other sports are shown on the 120” screen in the main bar and on the 100” screen in the members bar so if you want to watch your favourite football team as well as practice your golf game, this is the place to go. You can even privately hire a simulator to watch whatever sporting event is on and to add, you are given a direct line to the bar where you can order food and drink which will be delivered to your bay.

The About Golf Europe simulators that are endorsed by PGA Golf Tour give you the opportunity to use the latest and most up to date technology. With over 36 premium courses to choose from, the hardest part will be picking which course to play. Situated next to the river Aire and with stunning views of the new Granary Wharf development and new train station entrance, you can enjoy the quality, affordable food and drink in the fresh air after your round.

Other indoor golf centres around the UK

South East

West Malling Golf Club (Kent) – West Malling Golf Club was proud to boast the first Full Swing golf simulator in the South East. When the weather is bad you can play a large variety of courses in the comfort and warmth of West Malling Golf Club’s golf lounge.

Website: http://www.westmallinggolf.com/golf_in_kent/indoor_golf/

Kent Golf Studio (Kent) – Situated just 200-yards away from Dartford Train Station, Kent Golf Studio consists of a HD simulator with over 25 courses from around world as well as a separate putting area and putting training simulator to help improve all areas of your game.

Website: http://www.kentgolfstudio.co.uk

Let’s Golf (Surrey) – Let’s Golf uses industry leading simulators and tech to make sure you have the an unforgettable time at this great indoor golf centre. With 22 courses to choose from, you’re sure to have a great time here.

Website: http://www.lets-golf.co.uk/hd-golf-simulators

Proactive Golf Academy (Surrey) – Just one minute from Junction 6 of the M25, Proactive Golf Academy offers high standards in the indoor golf world. Their simulators have 50 championship course to choose from and if the weather does brighten up, you can take advantage of the nine hole course outside.

Website: http://www.proactivegolfacademy.com

London

City Golf – City Golf in London is one of the leaders in terms of indoor golf. On top of the state of the art golf simulators, there is also a fully equipped gym, a sports bar and the new addition of motor racing simulators on which you can test your driving skills around the Top Gear track, or in an F1 car around the Monte Carlo circuit.

Website: http://www.citygolflondon.com

Cannon Golf – Cannon Golf in London is a great place to improve your swing. You can take advantage of a lesson on their easyswing simulator or choose to play one of the 50 downloaded courses.

Website: http://www.cannongolf.co.uk/golf-simulator.php

The North London Golf Academy – The North London Golf Academy private members room has its own Sports Coach Systems golf simulator that can be hired for both practice and play by the hour.

Website: http://thenorthlondongolfacademy.com/sim-hire/3168302

The Golf Lab – The Golf Lab allows you to learn, practice and play in a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere. Open six days a week, you can find The Golf Lab in Canary Wharf.

Wesbite: http://www.thegolflab.co.uk

North West

Cheshire Indoor Golf (Cheshire) – Situated in Alderley Edge, Cheshire Indoor Golf Centre offers enjoyable indoor golf on their Trugolf E6 golf simulator with Flightscope 3D dopplar radar technology. You can also receive from custom fitting from their PGA Advanced Professional Charles Le Seur.

Website: http://www.cheshireindoorgolf.co.uk

The Green Manchester (Greater Manchester) – The Green Manchester is an award winning sports bar where you can enjoy golf on one of their indoor golf simulators. To add to the golf and the bar, you can also hire out a booth for karaoke purposes. Golf, beer and karaoke, what more could you want?

Website: http://www.thegreenmanchester.com/indoorgolf.html

Zone Golf (Cumbria) – Zone Golf is situated in Barrow-in-Furness and can offer you an enjoyable indoor golfing experience on their impressive GC2 simulator. On top of this, PGA Professional Paul Rawlinson is also on hand to help you with any club fitting or swing analysis needs.

Website: http://www.zonegolf.co.uk

Carlisle Driving Range (Cumbria) – On top of offering a stunning 300-yard floodlit range, Carlisle driving can also offer the chance to play over 40 different courses on their Sports Coach simulator.

Website: http://www.carlisledrivingrange.co.uk

East of England

Peterborough Virtual Golf (Cambridgeshire) – Peterborough Virtual Golf is the largest indoor golf centre in the East of England with nine simulators to choose from. You have the choice of 23 different courses and can gain instant feedback on your game all year round.

Website: http://www.peterboroughvirtualgolf.co.uk/Peterborough_Virtual_Golf/Home.html

Yorkshire and the Humber

Hull Golf Club Golf Den (East Ridding of Yorkshire) – The Golf Den at Hull Golf Club offers a unique opportunity to play indoor golf. With 80 of the worlds courses downloaded, you can enjoy a round at championship standard courses in the comfort of the den.

Website: http://www.aaronpheasant.co.uk/golfden

The Victoria Hotel Scarborough (North Yorkshire) – If you happen to be staying in Scarborough and you want to keep your swing going, make sure you book into the Victoria Hotel. They have two indoor golf simulators on which you can play 50 premier championship courses.

Website: http://thevictoriahotel.biz/golf.html

Indoor golf @TheBunker (North Yorkshire) – Bentham Golf Club recently opened Indoor Golf @TheBunker and you and three friends can enjoy 18 holes in t-shirt weather all year round, with a choice of 15 courses.

Website: http://www.benthamgolfclub.co.uk/pro-shop/indoorgolf/

Concept Indoor Golf (Yorkshire) – Described as a “bowling alley for golfers,” Concept Indoor golf in Sheffield offers you year round golf on some of the world’s best courses for just £20 an hour. Bring three friends along and that’s just £5 each!

Website: http://conceptgolf.biz/tips.html

East Midlands

The Hole in One Golf Centre (Northamptonshire) – At the Hole in One Golf Centre in Corby, you can test your game on some of the world’s best courses on their indoor simulator. It can even be rented out for footgolf, penalty shoot-outs and rugby conversions, as well as the ability to plug in your PS4 or XBOX to play on the big screen.

Website: http://www.theholeinonegolfcentre.co.uk/#about

Riverbank Golf (Nottinghamshire) – At Riverbank Golf you can enjoy some of the world’s best courses from the comfort and warmth of the indoors on their state of the art simulator. The mat you play off even has different fabrics to recreate playing from thick rough and sand.

Website: http://www.riverbankgolf.co.uk/golfsimulator.php

Lea Marston Hotel & Spa (Warwickshire) – If you are staying in Warwickshire but want to keep up your golf swing, you must definitely consider booking into Lea Marston Hotel & Spa. Their golf simulator can be booked for £10 an hour and offers some of the best courses available.

Website: http://www.leamarstonhotel.co.uk/info/index.asp?page=indoor_golf_simulator_201

North East

Dynamic Indoor Golf (Tyne and Wear) – You get just about everything you could think of from Dynamic Indoor Golf. There is a nine-hole putting green, a six bay chipping area and a GC2 simulator all indoors. A must visit if you are in the North East of England.

Website: http://dynamicindoorgolf.com

Scotland

The Golf Lounge (Lanarkshire) – Located in the heart of Glasgow, The Golf Lounge offers the chance to play one of 50 courses from around the world on one of their six indoor, state of the art golf simulators.

Website: http://www.thegolflounge.co.uk

Indoor Golf Studio St Andrews (Fife) – The Indoor Golf Studio is the first indoor golf studio in St Andrews and is located nearby the Old Course. So, if it’s too wet and windy (as it often is in Scotland) pop along to the Indoor Golf Studio and play the Old Course in the comfort and Warmth of this excellent studio.

Website: http://www.scotlandforgolf.co.uk/indoor-golf-studio

Locker Room Aberdeen (Aberdeenshire) – Locker Room Aberdeen is located in the centre of Aberdeen city centre and offers both indoor golf one their five simulators as well as an outstanding bar and restaurant. It really is a relaxing alternative when the weather is bad or if you fancy a few beers during your round.

Website: http://www.lockerroomaberdeen.co.uk/index.html