Above: a gallery of pictures of Heswall golf course

There's no harm in trying to attract visitors to Heswall, so here at Nub News we decided to do our bit by occasionally highlighting the attractions that might lure trippers to the town.

The Wirral peninsula is well served with golf courses, both links and parkland. Hoylake is home to Royal Liverpool, a venue for The Open which returns to the historic links in 2023.

Caldy, Wallasey and Bromborough are all nice courses too, so golfers can set up shop for a few days in Wirral and enjoy a range of tests while enjoying some of the finest coastal views the game has to offer.

The local list would not be complete without Heswall Golf Club and its panoramic vistas of the Dee Estuary.

Founded in 1902, Heswall was originally laid out as a 5115 yard, 18 hole course. It increased its length to 5889 yards in 1957, to 6556 yards by 2006, and a century later, following several extensions and alterations, it increased further to the impressive 6837 yards that players contend with today.

Heswall was the chosen venue of the Junior Open in 2006, won by none other than American Patrick Reed, currently the world number nine.

The Club has also been selected to host the Northern Junior Open Tournament several times, notably won by English player Matthew Fitzpatrick in 2012, prior to him turning professional. Three years later Matthew won the British Masters.

Heswall Golf Club says it is "an undisturbed sanctuary of golf where members, guests and visitors can escape the hectic pace of everyday life. The Club offers a welcoming environment where players of all levels can enjoy friendly competition and warm camaraderie of golfers from varying backgrounds."

Joe Pinnington, keen golfer, past Captain at Royal Liverpool and respected historian of the game, has this to say about Heswall:

"The original course was designed by Jack Morris. the professional at Hoylake. Many holes have changed over the years but you will experience a fine course played in two halves: eleven holes by the clubhouse, and the other seven down by the banks of the Dee Estuary, which ensure some excellent views throughout your round.

"There are some really good par threes, one very long par five along the shoreline, and, in my view, two wonderful par fours on the 13th and 15th holes. Heswall is a fine, testing course, and with the number of trees it boasts it is hard to believe one is so close to the Estuary.

"After the round a few beers on the terrace are recommended. The elevation gives you a great view of the course, the Estuary and then onto the Welsh hills, quite, quite marvellous. But do ask to go upstairs as the view is even better.

"Many say that Heswall has one of the finest balconies in golf. I would not disagree."

Visitors will find Heswall Golf Club welcoming, and the course a good and attractive challenge. There are craft beers to enjoy after a round, along with an enticing menu, and a day out here represents excellent value for money.

To find out more and book tee times, visit the Club's website by clicking or tapping here.

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