1 Night, 2 Rounds
Set in the Worcestershire countryside, The Abbey Hotel Golf & Spa is a handy Midlands base for a quick UK golf break, especially for groups who want good golf on site and a spa for the non-golfers (or the golfers who like a bit of both). The big news is the completely reconfigured 18-hole parkland course, due to reopen in May 2026. It's staying within the existing footprint, so you still get that mature, established feel, just with a refreshed layout and modern upgrades that should make it more fun, a touch quicker to play and still plenty of test when you need it.
The 175-acre estate has a bit of history behind it, originally linked to the local abbey ruins. Today it's a 4-star hotel with 100 modern rooms, many with views across the course and countryside. The location just off the A441 makes it straightforward to reach from Birmingham and the M5/M42, which is why it's become a popular choice for weekend breaks and society trips.
Who is this for? Golfers looking for a comfortable Midlands base with on-site golf and a proper spa.
Who is it best for? Mixed-ability groups and societies, most club golfers and anyone planning a golf-and-spa weekend once the course reopens.
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1 Night, 2 Rounds
2 Nights, 3 Rounds
From the championship pegs, Steel's creation measures a shade under 6,700 yards, making it a genuine test of ball-striking ability, but with hotel visitors in mind, there are tees to suit golfers of all abilities. The main obstacles en route to a good score are the mature trees that line the fairways, and the lakes which are all too ready to welcome wayward golf balls.
The Abbey Golf Course layout includes mature trees, lakes and on the whole the fairways are wide with the rough not too punishing, the picturesque 6th is a 200 yard drive from the medal tee with the green surrounded on three sides by the River Arrow. The 12th is a challenging uphill par-4 drive between two mature oak trees at 250 yards with the green concealed out of sight at the top of the hill.
The Abbey Hotel & Golf Resort has invested an additional £500,000 into its Inrange Driving Range, making it one of the most advanced practice and entertainment facilities in the UK. The new two-tier, floodlit range features 26 bays equipped with cutting-edge radar tracking. This technology provides golfers with real-time shot data and club distances, performance practice modes to accelerate improvement, and a variety of fun games and global competitions for groups of all skill levels.
| Par | 72 |
|---|---|
| Designed by | Donald Steel |
| Opened for play | 1985 |
| White | 6,736 yards | SSS 73 |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow | 6,279 yards | SSS 70 |
| Red | 5,572 yards | SSS 72 |
The Abbey sits on a 175-acre estate with a bit of history behind it, originally linked to the local abbey ruins. Today it's a 4-star hotel with 100 modern rooms, many with views across the course and countryside. If you want to make the stay feel like a treat, the Rooftop Penthouse Suites give you some of the best vantage points on the property, perfect for unwinding with a drink after your round.
Rooms are modern and well-appointed, designed to suit both leisure guests and golfers looking for a comfortable base. The hotel works well for groups and societies thanks to its blend of comfort, facilities and location, with plenty of twin rooms available and easy access to the course and clubhouse.
The Brasserie Restaurant looks out over the course and covers a broad, international menu put together by the executive chef and his team. It's the ideal spot for post-round dining, whether you're celebrating a good score or simply enjoying quality food in relaxed surroundings.
For something more social, The Terrace Bar has views over the 18th green, a well-stocked bar and live sport via Sky Sports and BT Sports. You can catch the morning sun following a round or unwind on warm summer days with a glass of wine or your preferred cocktail on the Terrace. It's a lively spot for groups and societies looking for somewhere to gather after golf.
Lounge 98 offers a quieter atmosphere where you can enjoy everything from leisurely afternoon coffees to late-night cocktails, giving you plenty of choice for a post-round pint, a proper dinner or something a bit more 'cocktails and catch-up'.
Beyond golf, the resort features a superb Health Club & Spa. Plunge into the refreshing waters of the indoor heated swimming pool, relax in the steam room, sink into the warm spa bath or rest in the sauna. You can also make use of the gym or pamper yourself with a spa treatment using products by Elemis, making this an excellent choice for mixed groups or anyone looking to combine golf with wellness and relaxation. It's worth booking spa treatments in advance if you're visiting during peak times or with a larger group.
Situated in the charming town of Redditch, North Worcestershire, The Abbey Hotel Golf & Spa sits just off the A441, providing convenient access from Birmingham, the M5, M42 and across the Midlands. It's a straightforward run from most UK regions, making it a practical choice for weekend breaks and longer stays alike.
Address: Hither Green Lane, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 9BE
Kev
✓16 Oct 2019
First of all the staff were great, I had a little problem with the interpretation of 20% off drinks, evidently it was restricted to the terrace bar which meant if you wanted a pre dinner or during dinner drink you had to go to the other bar (which closed at 9).. a bit of a jaunt... and carry it back to the restaurant bar or the dinner table until I had a word with the assistant manager who eventually allowed our group of 8 to get the discount at the restaurant bar, not so for the group of 28 , I won’t be rushing back to this venue
Jon
✓2 Oct 2019
Very enjoyable stay golf, food, staff & hotel facilities were all good.
Christopher
✓24 Sep 2019
Good standard of accommodation and very good food
Arun
✓24 Sep 2019
Great Hotel, friendly staff - we turned up for breakfast after 10am(closing time) and they managed to serve us without any issues
Dave
✓10 Sep 2019
Whole stay was great but they had too many people on the course on Saturday and it took 6 hours to go round. There were 3 groups on the second tee. Much better on Sunday.
Jane
✓30 Aug 2019
With The Abbey always having been my favourite place to stay, I was excited to be visiting after not having been for a couple of years. Much of the updating of the hotel is lovely but the service was not as it had been in the bars and restaurant. Customer service did not seem to be top of the list with us almost feeling we were annoying to some staff just by being there! Tables outside were left uncleared all morning and it almost became a standing joke between us as to what they were going to run out of next! On the Monday morning, breakfast was chaos with not enough staff and food not being replenished to meet demand. The food in the evenings, however, was absolutely delicious and did not disappoint at all. It was sad to see the previously stunning gardens and grounds splattered with weeds and rubbish and overall just appearing unkempt. The staff on reception were spot on however (as were the housekeeping staff when it appeared there was a shortage of toilet roll!) and it was a breath of fresh air to see Annie back in the Tawny bar too!
Paul
✓21 Aug 2019
Excellent course. in good condition. Some difficulty in contacting the Spa re treatments prior to the trip.
John
✓6 Jun 2019
Our hotel experience didn't start well. With 13 of staying at the hotel and teeing off at 1132, I asked if they could provide breakfast for us to purchase at around 1000 on the Sunday morning. I was told that as breakfast finished at 1000, we would have to take pot luck with whatever might be left. Luckily, the Beefeater restaurant 3 minutes down the road was much more accommodating and we were able to get an excellent breakfast there. Once we had played our round, booking in was very efficient and the lady receptionist was very friendly and helpful. Our rooms were ok but I'm not the tallest person at 5' 10" and the sloping roof that came halfway across my bed was particularly annoying and resulted in the inevitable coming together in the middle of the night. The food in the restaurant was excellent and we all enjoyed our dinner and breakfast. At £5 a pint, we felt that the bar was expensive but the service was good. Overall, a 4 out of 5 and we would visit again.
Katherine
✓6 Jun 2019
We were a group of 17 lady golfers. Our rooms were spacious and the Hotel staff were very friendly and helpful catering for all our various needs. The bar and restaurant staff were efficient and attentive, the meals were OK, not spectacular. We were warned that a children’s club used the pool etc from 4 - 6 which rather put that out of limits for us, too busy. A couple of ladies enjoyed a very good massage. The staff in Tawny’s Bar were also extremely helpful, all in all we enjoyed our stay.
Paul
✓24 May 2019
Excellent overall package, good food. Only drawback was lack of space to dry all our very wet clothes!
Kev
✓16 Oct 2019
First of all I have to say that the staff were great and very knowledgable and helpful.... I know the weather wasn’t good but generally the course lacks a bit of TLC teeing off from mats this early in the year is unusual 100,150&200yard markers were small plaques in the fairway, most courses put marker posts at the side of the fairway which is more visible therefore speeding up the game, the bridge connecting the 17th tees with the fairway which meant a trek down the 16th and around the lake to get to your ball which was of course caused by the severe rain fall the night before, again a lack of TLC the bridge couldn’t have been strong enough in the first place, if I was a member of the golf club I would be a bit wary of the lack of long term investment in the course. Again I won’t be rushing back to this place
Jon
✓2 Oct 2019
Was a shame that the golf course was closed from 1pm on the Sunday (so unable to play) because of heavy rain & flooding which couldn't be helped. however the course was open the following day & the condition of the course was good.
Christopher
✓24 Sep 2019
Good course, only disappointment was the bunkers, very little sand. Have to try and avoid them better. Very helpful professional.
Arun
✓24 Sep 2019
Although the course is relatively flat - it was narrow in parts and tricky in places - definitely a thinking mans course!
Dave
✓10 Sep 2019
Too many people on the course on Saturday in was a log jam
Jane
✓30 Aug 2019
Good, challenging golf on all 3 days.
Paul
✓21 Aug 2019
as prevouslysaid.
John
✓6 Jun 2019
Our group of 13 had a range of handicaps from 8 to 28 with most of us around the high teens and we all enjoyed playing this course. The course was in good condition despite the lack of rain last year and was already showing signs of good growth. In fact, the grass immediately off the fairway is long enough to hide a ball and we last a few balls because of that. I know that its our fault that we didn't keep to the fairway but for the ball to roll off and get lost is very frustrating. The greens were in excellent condition and whilst not too quick, were consistent and they were certainly challenging. The position of the lakes was excellent and really made us think about our shots. We still donated a few balls to the water gods though. The proximity of the housing estate to some of the holes was interesting and we were extremely impressed that the course boundary was marked simply by white OOB marker posts rather than any ugly fencing. The seamless transition from golf course to garden in a few places looked so much better that it might have done. Overall, an excellent course and we will definitely be back to play it in the future.
Katherine
✓6 Jun 2019
We were very lucky with the weather! The gentlemen in the pro shop were helpful with advice on holes for nearest the pin and longest drive. Some rounds were slow but on the whole OK. The greens were on the slow side and there was little run on the fairways but it would keep on raining! We all enjoyed our stay .
Paul
✓24 May 2019
The course was in good condition, with true greens and decent fairways. My only issue was with the length of the 2nd cut grass - it was too long, meaning time was wasted trying to find balls that were only slightly off-line. Similarly the rough was too extreme - you could guarantee spending the full time allowed searching every time a ball went in it, further slowing down the round. A lot of courses these days seem to be cutting back on the severity of rough to speed up play - I think they could benefit from doing that here.
Check-in from 3pm | Check-out from 11am
6:45-9:30am on weekdays, 7-10:30am on weekends
Brambling’s Restaurant
Smart Casual
Yes
Yes
No caddies available
There is complimentary car parking
