Aldwark Manor Estate has many reasons to celebrate as golfers in Yorkshire look forward to a new season. Following a £4.5 million investment in the course and facilities, the 2024 season marks a significant milestone for the club as it coincides with the long-awaited re-opening of Aldwark Toll Bridge.

To commemorate the occasion and to welcome back many players and members who’ve had to contend with a 25-mile detour to access Aldwark Manor Estate since the toll bridge closed for repairs last spring, the club is offering half price membership, and a range of other re-launch offers.

The recent investment saw nine holes being redesigned to create challenging new layouts and the introduction of several new water hazards, enhancing the course’s appeal to golfers of all levels. Drainage improvements have been made, a new putting green and bunkers added, and there are ten more electric buggies to enable golfers to get around the stunning course.

In addition to the enhancements on the course, Aldwark Manor Estate also built Bunkers, a new purpose-built facility offering a range of amenities designed to enhance the overall guest experience. With 11 bedrooms to accommodate golfing groups of various sizes, a sports bar and restaurant featuring four large screens showing sports events year-round, a golf shop, private function room, an outdoor kitchen with a pizza oven and BBQ, and large terrace facilities off the first tee, guests can enjoy unparalleled comfort and convenience during their visit.

The Aldwark Toll Bridge, which crosses the River Ure and connects Little Ouseburn with Aldwark, re-opened on February 17th. Its closure for repairs in April last year created a 25-mile detour via Boroughbridge for those wishing to access Aldwark Manor Estate and the neighbouring village.

The re-opening of the bridge comes at a perfect time for the luxury hotel estate. Not only is it great news for golfers, but it will enable guests to access much more easily the other significant new offerings planned for hotel. A further £25 million is being spent on the estate, including the launch of Chartwell, a fine dining restaurant, this spring, and the introduction of a new spa and additional bedrooms in 2025.

Christophe Gitton, Estate Director at Aldwark Manor Estate, says: “We are thrilled to finally be able to open the golf course for its first full season since the redesign and introduction of our fabulous Bunkers venue. In fact, this will be our first full season since before the pandemic, so it’s a real reason for us to celebrate. The course seamlessly integrates natural beauty, challenge, and luxury and we can’t wait for guests to experience it.

“The new season coinciding with the reopening of the toll bridge is fantastic news and will immediately improve access for our guests and members. The enhancements made represent our ongoing commitment to providing an exceptional experience for our guests, both golfers and non-golfers.”

“We are excited to celebrate the reopening of the bridge and welcome golfers back to experience everything Aldwark Manor Estate has to offer,” continues Christophe. “And with our special half-price membership offer, there has never been a better time to join us for a round of golf and experience the beauty and challenge of our course first-hand.”

The par 70 course spans 5,922 yards along the picturesque River Ure. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or a beginner, Aldwark Manor Estate offers exceptional golfing, with natural features including water hazards, downhills, and forestry, creating a truly unforgettable experience.

Bunkers sports bar and restaurant is the perfect spot to put your feet up and relax after a challenging round of golf, with bar food and drinks served daily, and major sports showing on the four big screens. 

Seven days a week membership starts at £890 for 12 months, which is currently discounted to £445 with the half price relaunch offer if you book before the end of April. Other membership deals are available.