Urban Golf
As of 2009, Urban Golf was the United Kingdom's largest indoor golf facility. Urban Golf features eight golf simulators where golfers can play 52 of the world's greatest golf courses. Courses include the St. Andrews Old Course, Banff Springs, Pebble Beach Links and The Royal Melbourne Club. Golfers can also enjoy the bar and lounge, coaching facilities, club fitting and two putting greens. Urban Golf also holds tournaments on Monday nights and hands out weekly and monthly prizes. Golfers do not have to bring their own clubs as TaylorMade clubs are available for use at no cost. There is also no dress code at Urban Golf.
Urban Golf
33-34 Great Pulteney Street
London, W1F, United Kingdom
011 (+44) 20 7434 4300
London Golf Club
The London Golf Club is just outside of Victoria proper. Take a train from Victoria Station and you'll get to Longfield Station in around 10 minutes. There are two courses designed by Jack Nicklaus with 36 holes. The Heritage Course is a par 72 course and the International Course is also a par 72 course. Also on site is a pro shop, a practice range, practice greens and a restaurant.
London Golf Club
Stansted Lane
Ash
Nr Brands Hatch, Kent TN15 7EH
011 (+44) 14 7487 9899
Knightsbridge Golf School
Knightsbridge Golf School is a famous golf school that teaches golfers of all levels. Golfers can gain instruction on hitting the golf ball with accuracy and consistency each time they swing. The instructors, Steve Gould and David Wilkinson, have authored a book titled "The Swing Factory" on their method of instruction. Club fitting is an additional service offered at the Knightsbridge Golf School. Other facilities available for golfers include a practice area with television and video to record and critique your swing and use of the on-site squash court.
Knightsbridge Golf School
47 Lowndes Square,
Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 9JU
011 (+44) 20 7235 2468
Other Tourist Activities
If it is raining or you are looking to take a break from golfing for a day, there are some non-golf attractions in Victoria, London, that you can check out. Buckingham Palace, the Saatchi Gallery and Eleven Fine Art Gallery are all in the vicinity. Buckingham Palace has traditionally been the residence of the royal family since 1837 and is now the administrative office. The Saatchi Gallery currently houses contemporary art and was formerly the Duke of York's military headquarters. All shows have free admission. There is a cafe and bookshop/giftshop for visitors. The Eleven Fine Art Gallery focuses on showcasing international contemporary and fine art from emerging artists. Admission for all shows is free.
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace Road
London, SW1V, UK
011 (+44) 20 7930 4832
royal.gov.uk/TheRoyalResidences/BuckinghamPalace/BuckinghamPalace.aspx
The Saatchi Gallery
Duke of York's HQ
King's Road, Chelsea
London SW3 4RY
011 (+44) 0207 811 3085
saatchi-gallery.co.uk
Eleven Fine Art Gallery
11 Eccleston Street
London, SW1W 9LX
011 (+44) 020 7823 5540
elevenfineart.com
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