Mini Ryder Cup heaven opens at The Belfry

Midland resort, The Belfry, has continued to build upon its rich Ryder Cup history by opening a unique themed mini golf course, featuring some of the most iconic holes from courses to have hosted the world-famous biennial matches.

The 12-hole Ryder Legends layout, features nine famous holes from the tournament’s history plus three bonus holes designed to bring even more fun to the experience.

The course even includes a replica of the legendary risk-and-reward 10th hole from The Belfry’s Brabazon course.

Designed by renowned mini golf course architects, City Golf, the high specification layout maintains the iconic design features and incorporates a number of challenges and water hazards along the way to entertain both the young and the old.

Among the legendary European holes are the 17th at Valderrama, the 18th at Wentworth, and the ninth at Royal Lytham & St Annes.

Some of the classic American Ryder Cup holes featured include the 17th at Kiawah Island, Valhalla’s 13th and the fifth from Pinehurst.

David Edwards, resort director at The Belfry, commented upon the opening: “The Ryder Legends Mini Golf Course is a great addition for the resort. As the world’s only four-time host, we wanted to honour our Ryder Cup heritage, but do so in a way that would be enjoyable and inclusive for everyone.

“Whether you are a golfing purist, wanting to experience replicas of some of the world’s most iconic Ryder Cup holes, or a beginner just looking for a bit of fun, the new course offers something for everyone.

“It provides another activity that we can offer to guests when they visit the resort, and as always, we wanted to ensure that it was completed to the highest of standards.”

A round on the Ryder Legends Mini Golf Course costs £7 per adult and £5 per child. The course is open from 10am-6pm daily, and no booking is required. It can also be hired exclusively for £250.

CARD OF THE COURSE

1        Par 5 Valderrama, 17th (Ryder Cup Host 1997)

2        Par 5 Wentworth West Course, 18th (Ryder Cup Host 1953)

3        Par 3 Kiawah Island Ocean Course, 17th (Ryder Cup Host 1991)

4        Par 4 Valhalla, 13th (Ryder Cup Host 1991)

5        Par 3 Royal Lytham & St Annes, 9th (Ryder Cup Host 1961, 1977)   

6        Par 4 Royal Birkdale, 16th (Ryder Cup Host 1965, 1969)

7        Par 2 Spiral Fun Hole

8        Par 2 U-Bend Fun Hole

9        Par 5 Pinehurst No. 2 Course, 9th (Ryder Cup Host 1951)

10      Par 2 Up and Over Fun Hole

11      Par 4 The Belfry Brabazon Course, 10th (Ryder Cup Host 1985, 1989, 1993, 2002)

12      Par 4 PGA National Champion Course, 15th (Ryder Cup Host 1983)