1 Night, 2 Rounds
Set across 380 acres of Bedfordshire countryside, Wyboston Lakes Resort is a handy UK golf break for groups who want parkland golf, on-site facilities and an easy run from the A1. The course follows the Great River Ouse, with lakes and water hazards featuring often enough to make you think twice on a few approaches. If you're anything like me, you'll enjoy the way the water sits in your eye on a few tee shots. It's not unfair, but you do need to pick a line and commit. The round itself is scenic too, with plenty of river and lakeside views that make it feel a world away from the motorway.
Location-wise, you're just outside St Neots and within straightforward reach of London, which makes it popular for weekend society trips and quick getaways. With 416 rooms split across two accommodation styles, plus dining, a health club and a TrackMan range, it's set up to handle everything from small groups to bigger golf parties without overcomplicating the logistics. It's not trying to be flashy, but it nails the basics: good golf, comfortable rooms and plenty to do once you've signed the card.
Beyond golf, you'll find The Gravel Pit Brasserie & Bar, a TrackMan driving range for pre-round warm-ups and the Y Spa for anyone keen to unwind after 36 holes. The setup is practical rather than showy, but it covers what matters for a proper golf break.
Who is this for?
Golfers looking for a parkland course with water in play, comfortable accommodation and easy access from London and the Midlands. Ideal for societies, weekend breaks and groups wanting a relaxed base with leisure facilities on-site.
Who is it best for?
Mid-handicap golfers and societies who want a scenic, well-maintained parkland course without the pressure of a championship test. Also suits groups mixing golf with spa time, or anyone after a straightforward break close to the A1 corridor and a good base for exploring Bedfordshire golf.
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1 Night, 2 Rounds
1 Night, 2 Rounds
1 Night, 2 Rounds
2 Nights, 3 Rounds
The par 70 Wyboston Lakes golf course is laid out along the banks of the The Great River Ouse, and is a varied challenge for golfers of all abilities. Water hazards are among the tests that are to be negotiated around the course, which stretches to 6,000 yards.
A total of 8 holes at this Bedforshire golf course have a water hazard close by but it is the 3rd, 5th and 7th that are the most memorable and entertaining. These short par 3 holes demand accurate approach shots to find greens that are surrounded by water.
A challenging course feature is the wind coming off the multiple lakes which can make the course play longer than the suggested yardage. Playing Wyboston Lakes Golf Club is certainly enjoyable and the course is perfectly equipped to ensure a fantastic golf break.
| Par | 70 |
|---|---|
| Designed by | Neil Oakden |
| Opened for play | 1978 |
| White | 6,056 yards | SSS 69 |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow | 5,756 yards | SSS 67 |
| Red | 5,601 yards | SSS 72 |
Wyboston Lakes offers two distinct accommodation options, each designed to suit different group styles and budgets. Both sit on the same resort, so you'll have access to the golf course, leisure facilities and dining regardless of where you stay.
Drift Inn is the contemporary choice, built for golfers who want a bit more comfort and style after a day on the course. Rooms come in two formats: Drift Classic and Drift Classic Plus, both fitted with en-suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, fast Wi-Fi and tea and coffee facilities. The design is modern and unfussy, giving you a proper retreat without unnecessary extras.
The real draw here is The Gravel Pit Café-Bar, which overlooks East Lake and the 18th green. It's the perfect spot to settle in after your round, with a menu that leans into golfer favourites: stacked burgers, crispy wings, stone-baked pizzas and fresh salads. The atmosphere is relaxed, the views are excellent and the food does exactly what it needs to. Off the course, Drift Inn keeps the competition going. Challenge your group to darts or shuffleboard, catch live sport on Sky Sports or head to The Bunker, a dedicated chill-out zone with PS5s and lounge seating. It's a sociable setup that suits groups who want a bit of post-round banter without having to leave the resort.
The Willows Training Centre is the value option, offering 193 en-suite standard rooms with free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee and all the essentials you'd expect. The rooms are straightforward and functional, ideal for societies or groups prioritising golf over luxury.
Dining at The Willows is handled by The Cricket Kitchen, which serves a two-course street food menu featuring burgers, hot dogs and pizzas. The food is quick, filling and designed to fuel another round. The Cricket Kitchen also houses a sports bar with pool tables and PS5s, plus access to Sky Sports and TNT Sports across multiple screens. For more downtime, head to The Loft, a games room stocked with dartboards, foosball, shuffleboard and more PS5s. It's a solid setup for keeping a group entertained between rounds or after dinner.
A fun extra you can add to your package is a session at the on-site Aqua Park at Ride Leisure. The park features trampolines, huge slides, balance beams, a 7-metre swing, climbing wall and a 40-foot ball game arena. It's a good addition if you're travelling with mixed-ability groups or anyone looking for something beyond golf.
For parties of more than 10, pre-orders are required for the set menus at both Drift Inn and The Willows.
Both accommodation options give you access to the Y Spa, which features an outdoor hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam rooms, mist showers and eleven therapy rooms. The spa isn't included in standard packages but can be added on, and booking ahead is recommended if you want to secure treatments. Free access to the 1Life Leisure Club gym is included for all guests.
Wyboston Lakes sits 10 miles north-east of Bedford, just off the A1, and four miles from St Neots train station. The address is Great North Road, Wyboston, Bedfordshire, MK44 3AL.
Gareth
✓11 Mar 2020
clean comfortable rooms
Nick
✓11 Feb 2020
Rooms were good, bar really good and prices very reasonable.
Nick
✓11 Feb 2020
Tim
✓15 Oct 2019
Hotel lovely, staff very friendly and helpful. £5 for a bottle of beer? Expensive.
Helen
✓9 Oct 2019
Room was on small side but quite adequate
Peter
✓29 Sep 2019
hotel was very good .we upgraded to junior suite which was excellent value . food was good only downside was that drinks were expensive.£6 a pint.all ln all great value for money.your golf travel did a great job organising our trip. will definitely be back
Martyn
✓24 Sep 2019
The Hotel was very nice But the bar prices were very high.
Kevin
✓23 Sep 2019
We stayed in the cheapest rooms at the hotel and we couldn't find any faults with the rooms. The staff were absolutely fantastic only down side are the prices of the drinks at the bar
Alan
✓18 Sep 2019
Beat golf hotel we have stayed at. Food, accommodation and service was excellent. The only downside was the price of bar drinks - £5 pint of beer and £23 for house wine
Aurora
✓21 Aug 2019
What a wonderful place! Rooms were very clean, modern, and the bed was very comfortable. Must say it was rather hot in the room but we just opened a window. Great value for money .. the only complaint really was the price of the drinks bit too high. Other then that fantastic stay. Thank you
Gareth
✓11 Mar 2020
Despite the recent terrible weather course was surprisingly playable, greens were very soft but to be expected would happily play again.
Nick
✓11 Feb 2020
Tim
✓15 Oct 2019
In poor condition due to the bad weather. Would have preferred to have cancelled altogether and be given a refund but obviously this is difficult because we’d already travelled 2+ hours to get there. Greens were horrendous, footprints everywhere, and like trying to putt on jelly. Some of the tee boxes were shocking, not because of the rain, jut very undulating. Course was closed on day 2 and so we were given a £15 pp refund, however, this made the trip £75 per person for 1 round of golf on a poor course and the hotel, with a 2+ hour drive home. Overall not very happy but what can you do.
Helen
✓9 Oct 2019
We were rained off on Sunday due to torrential rain making course unplayable. Played on Monday and course was in reasonable condition.
Peter
✓29 Sep 2019
quite an easy course .very flat.good for high handicapers like myself and partner.but still interesting with lots of water.hardley any hold ups . pro shop very helpful and friendly. would definitely play again
Martyn
✓24 Sep 2019
Nice course
Kevin
✓23 Sep 2019
The course was in good condition, the bunkers could do with some attention but you get that at most golf courses. Good challenge for all standard of golfers
Alan
✓18 Sep 2019
Ideal course for seniors / ladies / mixed groups. Plenty of water to catch you out, course management is key so no advantage for the big hitters. Some of the greens need weed control urgently, but overall a great experience. We will return. Well stocked pro shop and very helpful staff.
Aurora
✓21 Aug 2019
Very good
Andy
✓17 Aug 2019
Few issues due to adverse weather bringing trees down and scattering branches over fairways but not a lot the staff could do about it. Great value for money...
Check-in from 3pm | Check-out from 11am
There are 2 bars on site
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No caddies available
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There is complimentary parking
