Saunton East is one of England's finest and most uncompromising links courses, set among the dramatic sand dunes of Braunton Burrows, a UNESCO-designated World Heritage site. Redesigned in 1919 by legendary architect Herbert Fowler, the course is renowned for its relentless challenge, particularly the front nine where eleven of the first twelve holes are par 4s—a unique characteristic that demands accuracy and precision from the opening drive. The course plays firm and fast over naturally rolling terrain, with minimalist bunkering but strategically placed pot bunkers that can be invisible from the fairway. What makes Saunton East extraordinary is its commitment to traditional links golf—it's built by the original hand-shovel methods with no modern heavy machinery, preserving both the course's historic character and the precious ecosystem beneath it. The greens are consistently rated among England's finest, quick and true, and the overall experience feels like stepping back a century into golf's golden era. For group play, the course offers a perfect blend of camaraderie, challenge, and scenery that will be remembered for years.
The demanding championship course redesigned by Herbert Fowler, featuring 11 par 4s in the front nine and uncompromising links golf at its finest.
A more playful complement to the East with greater variety, shorter overall length, and strategic demands that test precision and course management.