The biggest golfing event in the world took place in Kent this year and to celebrate What’s On and Visit Kent round-up the top 10 best golfing venues in the county. From pitching wedges to pirates there’s something for everyone.

Royal St George’s Golf Club, Sandwich

Home to this weekend’s Open Championship, St George’s provides a challenging test for the best players in the world. The first English course to host The Open, St George’s has hosted the event 13 times. Harry Vardon, Walter Hagen, Sir Henry Cotton, Bobby Locke, Greg Norman and Sandy Lyle are just some of the great names who have lifted the famous claret jug at Sandwich.

www.royalstgeorges.com

Prince’s Golf Club, Sandwich

The new clubhouse, which was opened in 1985, has magnificent views overlooking Sandwich Bay. With its new improved course played in three sections of nine holes, Prince’s offers excellent championship and practice level facilities.

www.princesgolfclub.co.uk

North Foreland Golf Club

Overlooking the Channel at charming Broadstairs, North Foreland is home to a challenging 18-hole as well as a testing par three course. Throughout this weekend, North Foreland will be hosting a Festival of Golf which will provide many exciting events and competitions appealing to enthusiasts of all levels.

www.northforeland.co.uk

Deangate Ridge

Situated on the Hoo peninsula, with breathtaking views of the Medway estuary, Deangate Ridge Golf Club is a par 71, 18-hole municipal golf course measuring 6,300 yards. It has an 11-bay driving range and is a good option for a spot of twilight golf after a hard day at the office. The Deangate Ridge Complex also has a clubhouse bar and restaurant, a 40-station fitness suite, a 200-seat stadium with a 400-metre six-lane athletics track and indoor bowls. The course was designed by F.W. Hawtree, of golf architectural firm Hawtree and Sons and was opened in 1972 by the late legendary boxer, Sir Henry Cooper.

www.deangateridge.co.uk

Littlestone

Between the beautiful landscape of Romney Marsh and the English Channel, the natural surroundings of Littlestone offer links golf at its very best. As one of the top golfing resorts in England, it is not surprising that the club was selected as the final qualifying venue for the 2011 Open.

www.littlestonegolfclub.org.uk

Marriott Tudor Park

The Marriott Tudor Park in Bearsted is a traditional hotel and country club. Perfect for a weekend break for all, this resort provides exceptional golfing opportunities. The 6,041 yard course features long, narrow fairways bordered by beautiful pine trees and undulating greens offering fantastic views of the countryside.

www.marriott.co.uk

Hever Castle

In the historical grounds of Hever Castle, this long-standing course takes pride in its 27 holes that spans 250 acres. The present day Championship Course was created in 1992 by Dr Nicholson, whose employment of the land’s natural beauty and contours gives each hole its distinctive character.

www.hever.co.uk

Strokes Adventure Golf, Margate

Overlooking the beautiful Westbrook Bay in Margate, this 18-hole floodlit mini golf course is made up of water features, rockery and other enchanting elements. The entertaining mini golf adventure is connected with the British Mini Golf Association and has twice hosted mini golf’s International British Open Championship.

www.strokesadventuregolf.com

Pirate Cove, Bluewater

Pirate Cove offers a fabulous day out for all the family with its 18-hole mini golf course, aerial assault course and various fun boating activities available in the lake. The fun golf course has a Florida style theme.

www.piratecove.co.uk

Leeds Castle

Built on 500 acres of mature parkland, the golf course at Leeds Castle provides a truly special experience. The original course, created in 1924, has been transformed into a spectacular 9- hole, par 33 course that must have some of the best views of any golf course in the world. This is a pay and play route perfect for any level of experience.

www.leeds-castle.com