Twenty Ten Course at Celtic Manor

Joining the list of courses to have hosted The Ryder Cup was a genuine moment for Welsh golf and The Twenty Ten still feels every inch a tournament venue. It stood up brilliantly during a Ryder Cup week that was, frankly, drenched, which tells you plenty about the build and conditioning.

On the day-to-day, you're looking at manicured fairways, lightning-fast greens and a layout that rewards smart positioning more than heroics. There's water on plenty of holes, so it's not just about hitting it well, it's about picking the right targets and accepting that sometimes the sensible miss is part of the plan.

Off the course, the 'occasion' factor is a big part of the appeal. Expect a proper meet-and-greet service, shoe cleaning and access to the Ryder Cup locker rooms (availability can vary by package), which adds a bit of behind-the-scenes fun, especially for groups and societies. The range is close enough to use properly, too, which is handy if you've travelled in and want a few looseners before the first tee.

The European Tour returned here in 2020 for the Celtic Classic, won by Sam Horsfield after a bogey-free 67 in the final round. The Twenty Ten Course at Celtic Manor is ranked among the best courses in Wales.

Signature hole: No. 14, Par 4, 413 yards, SI 2

A brilliant, nervy par 4 with two separate water hazards to negotiate. Play safe and you can steer an iron off the tee, but take on the carry and you set up a much simpler pitch in. Most opt for the former to avoid a watery fate to the left, while those brave enough to fly the lake can leave themselves a short, straightforward approach. It sums up the Twenty Ten's lake-lined challenge perfectly.