The Best Golf Courses in Greater Manchester, United Kingdom (2025)

A lovely golf course and very challenging, not long, but very tricky, you have to be very straight or you are in trouble. A 180 yd club will be perfect for most holes as the fairways will do the rest. Majority of bunkers are GUR but the greens are very good. Gentlemen called Paul in the pro shop was an absolute gentlemen and pleasure to meet, he could not do enough for me. I will be revisiting.

Born and bred on this golf course, cannot reckonise any hole having said that it was 60 yrs ago. It was 1964 when I became a junior member...many famous faces I remember from coronation Street cast especially Eddie Shah who famously started up his own tabloid. Those were happy days and Eddie if you're still out there, give us a bell cos when you missed your shot on the seventh hole and you threw your brand new aluminum shafts into the tree, I didn't think you would go back a climb a tree at ur age

Held our funeral wake on Friday for my father in law.. Prestwich staff were superb and very attentive and the food was excellent and reasonable. Can highly recommend for any type of venue hire

Prestwich golf club is a inner city parkland course that you can complete in just over 3hrs offering a good challenge with a nice club house and friendly members

I played this course in their pairs open. The club house has real history built in 1939 and looks near identical to the clubhouse at Childwall and birkdale. Man United had pre match meal here years ago. The internal parts looks nice with revolving door, panelling etc. I did not lose a ball so it's all in front of you although I was lucky find my ball in the water on the third. On this hole go big and right because if you are not long enough a second tree near the green will prevent you hitting it. The starter was on hand at the first and officials in the club house to register, it was well organised. Pace of play was good but not knowing the course a few times those in front waited, then we waited for them and those waited for us. It's mainly hitting to places we think needs hitting and putting balls in wrong places. A few times we misclubbed and you end up bogey after hitting two good shots. Not a tree person but this course has plenty, all sorts colours and shapes and sizes, some I hit and lucky end up in the open or in play. I thought I heard a lot of woodpeckers only be to told there were lots of parrots leaving there. Lots flying round! The 18 is a great finishing hole with big trees in the way. I hit straight over, right and ended in trees but was able punch a little eight left of bunker and two putt par. Tip take on the left side if you can as the third will be easy. The first is a par three and a little testy but my partner got four for two. It helps with play as you need wait for green to clear, once you walk off the green back slightly to the second you'll find those in front gone. Keep a pace and it should work out. Around the green side bunkers etc is juicy rough, nice and green. It defines the greens great but does seem to grab the ball. I though I was into the green only to be in it. I found it tough getting a touchy/feelie shot out of it and left it well short. Keep away from these areas. It's relatively flat so easy on the feet. Some holes are tree lined and define them great. I can go through holes as I played them now so still in my memory. The 17 a nice little par three over a pond. I found the fairways a little long and soft but I'm told they keep it like that. When it was dry and hard the course played daft! The greens were really good and I struggled read them well enough. A long putt starting on the wrong line puts real pressure on the next putt, then a three putt comes. Better putters or players should be OK on these to read and if I went again I would look from the other side to confirm the start line. They are not flat! After that par to finish the locker/shower room was clean and tidy usable. At the bar food and drink avaliable and staff polite and friendly. Order taken, out comes the cash 'it's card only'. Not a problem for me but bear in mind if you do go in. The course is easy accessible off the motorway and with a later tee and meal meant we missed traffic issues. I can imagine it's busy at times so leave early. Go again yeah, I'd like to play a better round and position off the tee and rolling in a few would help.

Nice course, well kept and friendly pro shop. Decent food and drink enjoyed on the terrace, only slightly marred by members shouting and swearing at some guys who played off the white tees in error.

First time playing here and despite the garbage weather we've been having the course was in pretty decent condition. Price could have been a bit better since two holes were closed and playing on temporary greens but overall a great place. Can't wait to play again when it's dry out.

Played here on Thursday 05/09. What a golf course this is. Every hole so picturesque. Can’t believe I haven’t played it before. Will certainly be playing it again. And soon. Great course, great clubhouse and food and really friendly members

The staff were welcoming and friendly, and we completed 2 courses while we were there. For 4 players this took us just over 1.5 hours. The holes were creative and had different themes. I would highly recommend this place.

Had some good fun in this place, definitely a quirky place with some good and fun ideas for crazy golfing, something different than other crazy golf spots. Would recommend to groups and for a fun time out for most people who want to try and activity out. They have different areas, a bar for drinks at any time, and fun arcade section to bring back some old memories (I played street fighter and guitar heroes) and a good mix of music to get your jam on at the same time. A word of warning for those who struggle with strobe lighting, there is a lot of flashing lights which can be problematic for some people.

1st time playing Crazy Golf was really fun. This place has the retro vibe on point. 2 things I was not too impressed was the air con was too stuffy making it very hot esp when on the golfing course and the fact you serve beers in plastic cups for me personally ruins the taste of the beer.

Junk Yard Golf Club is an absolutely fantastic place to spend time with loved ones and friends. Zuzanna welcomed us very friendly and explained everything as we played for the first time. The atmosphere is lovely, and the staff are incredibly friendly, making you feel right at home. Not only is the beer reasonably priced, but the courses are brilliantly designed, offering a fun mix of challenging and quirky obstacles. It’s the perfect spot for a fun day or night out with friends, and I’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for a unique experience.

Great course. Some puddles today as expected due to the lovely Manchester rain but the guys were on the course sorting them out

As a beginner, find the course short enough to be achievable for most in a reasonable time frame, while also encouraging good play and course management in how you play (rather than raw distance off the tee if clubhead speed is something you struggle with). Minimal facilities but drinks, snacks and golf essentials (gloves, balls, etc) available and really friendly staff. Very well maintained course throughout; I've been back twice already!

Excellently maintained municipal course with some really challenging holes. Easy to book and great value for money. Five stars.

Fantastic club, spotlessly clean, very friendly staff, large function room and the food is amazing. Love the balcony and views

Only came here for a wedding reception, function was was large and spacious and the balcony was nice with a good view across the golf fields. One downside is there was no baby changing room. Other than that a lovely venue.

Very good pitch and putt course, has plenty of features and challenges that will bring you back playing it again and again - no two rounds are the same. Generally has been well maintained and a few holes now have new teeing off mats however some need replacing.

Great course. Fantastic views some really good holes. Ended up with a birdie and five pars. Shot under 100 for the first time. Only negative play was really slow. Got stuck behind two four balls and I was on my own. Some daunting tee shots but a great challenge

Played Heaton Park Golf Course today was supprised at what a fantastic condition the course was in especially the greens. Credit to the greenkeepers Very hilly course with lots of blind shots. Once you have played a few times you know where to hit the ball for best position. Fantastic views from the golf course. Staff friendly and welcoming.

Me and My 2 boys contacted them to play when we travelled to Manchester from Boston in May 2023. They were very helpful and nice. Rental clubs were available, and course was a fun change from local Boston courses. Staff was great..... Recommend for a fun day.

Great staff,even better course,played on October 4th in our society,despite the down pour the night before the course wad immaculate,will definitely be back every year without doubt,could do with a map of some sort either on card or the tee signs but top course many thanks.

This is a nice golf course. We played it in the middle of a lod of rain so the course was wet but it held up pretty well. I think any course would have struggled with the amount of rain we'd had and a lot of courses would have closed. All the course was in play and all the greens were in use. The only quibble I have is the layout of the facilities. The clubhouse is separate from the proshop and the driving range so you end up sat in the proshop waiting area rather than the bar if you're waiting to play or for others to come in, which is a bit unusual.

Played the course today despite the weather. It was a fantastic experience throughout the day. The staff were extremely helpful and cheerful as always. The course was excellent with some tricky par 4s. I always enjoy my time at Styal and highly recommend visiting if you get the chance.

Styal is a privately owned club with flexible members plans and pay per play. It has a 18 hole par 69 course and a 9 hole par 3 course great for your short game. The main course is ideal for beginners and still offers a challenge for the low handicap players. The clubhouse is separately run and is open after 8am. Snacks and meals are available and the bar from 10am until 3pm. They do occasional fun evening events and Sunday lunch. Pre-book essential.

Enjoyed a great Monday morning 18 holes with my best mate, course was in very good condition, lovely breakfast butty and a well earned pint afterwards, thats what retirement is all about 🏌‍♂️🍻👌