If you’re looking for an authentic links golf experience without travelling to Scotland or Ireland, look no further than Cleveland Golf Club – Yorkshire’s only true championship links course, and one of the finest golfing destinations in the North East of England.
Cleveland has long been recognised as a course of true championship quality. In 2025, we proudly hosted the Yorkshire Amateur Championship, before welcoming elite amateur golfers again in 2027 as a Brabazon Trophy Qualifier. These prestigious events underline the standing of our course within English golf.
The layout you’ll find at Cleveland today is the work of some of the game’s greatest course architects:
• Old Tom Morris – of St Andrews fame, whose vision first shaped our links.
• Harry Colt – the legendary designer behind Royal Portrush and many of the world’s finest courses, who refined Cleveland with his strategic eye.
• Donald Steel – renowned for his work at Royal St George’s and beyond, who helped modernise the course for the modern game.
The result is a links course that blends heritage and challenge, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with some of the UK’s best.
Cleveland’s location makes it the ideal stop-off on any golfing journey. Just minutes from the A19, we’re perfectly placed whether you’re travelling to or from Scotland’s Golf Coast. Combine your round here with visits to other celebrated North East links such as Seaton Carew and Hartlepool, or make the short trip north to Goswick and Dunstanburgh Castle.
As Yorkshire’s only true links course, Cleveland offers something special: a course in fantastic condition 365 days a year. Our natural links turf drains superbly, meaning no winter greens and a true test of golf whatever the season.
It’s not just about the golf. At Cleveland, you’ll always find a warm Yorkshire welcome waiting for you in the clubhouse, with excellent facilities to enjoy before and after your round. Whether you’re here for a society day, a championship event, or simply a fourball with friends, we’re proud to deliver a complete golfing experience.
For golfers seeking the authentic links challenge, Cleveland Golf Club is a must-play. With a pedigree shaped by legendary designers, a history of hosting top-level championships, and a reputation for being one of the most welcoming clubs in the North East, Cleveland is the perfect addition to any golf trip itinerary.
Book your tee time today and come experience Yorkshire’s only true links for yourself.