2013 Golf Chic (pdf version) - Ladies European Tour

The WirralWirral welcomed the world’s best womengolfers to the peninsula in September 2012when it hosted the Ricoh Women’s BritishOpen at Royal Liverpool Golf Club for thevery first time.Won by Korean golfer Jiyai Shin, who playedincredibly consistent and superb golfthroughout the challenging conditions, thecompetition brought a whole new audience toWirral to experience its many delights.With its breathtaking coastline, lushcountryside, a delicious range of eateriesand boutique shops, Wirral really is one ofthe most welcoming places to stay. Why notrejuvenate your senses and #DiscoverWirralwhen you visit us to play golf?Ideally situated between the River Dee andRiver Mersey, visitors to Wirral enjoy stunningviews over the Welsh Hills on one side andthe spectacular Liverpool skyline on the other.Well connected to the rest of the country, it isa great base for an action-packed break or aleisurely long weekend.Memorable StaysWake up at Thornton Hall Hotel in thepicturesque Thornton Hough village. Bepampered at this ‘Good Spa’ Award-Winninghotel, before taking a short ride to PortSunlight Village. Here you will receive anabsorbing insight into a 19th Century modelvillage. Marvel at award-winning gardens andthe Lady Lever Art Gallery – Wirral Attractionof the Year and host to nationally renownedexhibitions. The award-winning LeverhulmeHotel and Spa, provides art-deco boutiqueaccommodation in a charming setting. Stepback in time at the museum before indulgingin Fine Food North West award-winning –Victoria Sponge at nearby tea rooms, Gorge’Us.Mere Brook House, Wirral Accommodationof the Year, is a stone’s throw away. ThisEdwardian guesthouse offers a warmwelcome in luxurious surroundings. Closeby is Claremont Farm where you can honeyour culinary skills on a cooking course, andvisit the Wirral Food and Drink Festival eachAugust Bank Holiday.Culture VultureFor those wishing to explore the culturaldelights of nearby Liverpool take the ‘Ferry‘cross the Mersey’ with Europe’s awardwinningand oldest ferry service, departingfrom Woodside. Enjoy spectacular waterfrontviews and after experiencing highlightsincluding the Tate Gallery, the newly openedMuseum of Liverpool, the Albert Dock,Liverpool’s two cathedrals or the shoppers’heaven that is Liverpool One why not ventureto Oxton Village, with its array of gastrodelights including Michelin Star RestaurantFraiche – recently voted one of the UK’s top30 restaurants.Quality TreatsEnjoying a stroll along the promenade orbeach at West Kirby is a favourite pastimeamongst visitors and residents alike. Takein amazing views of Wales and Wirral’streasured Hilbre Islands, then walk or takea boat to the islands. Try the water sportson offer at the Marine Lake or browse yourway through the boutiques in West Kirbybefore emerging shaken but not stirredat THE place to be seen – The Wro Bar &Lounge, winner of Best Bar in Merseyside2010 & 2011. The Wro is the perfect placefor post golf drinks and the towns of Hoylake,West Kirby and Heswall offer an array ofbeautiful restaurants to choose from for atruly delightful dining experience. All threetowns also have a plethora of scrumptious tearooms. In Hoylake, childhood home of JamesBond actor Daniel Craig, and a five minutewalk from Royal Liverpool Golf Club samplethe gorgeous cakes at Chantilly Tea Rooms,in West Kirby try the homemade flapjackat Sweetpea or the cosy atmosphere atAubergine and in Heswall savour the Italianinspired pastries and paninis of Avanti. Wirralreally does have something for everyone whenit comes to delicious food!Environmental OasisIf you do indulge in Wirral’s culinary delightsand need to burn off some of those extracalories why not explore the woodland atRoyden Park and take in the inspiring viewsacross to Wales and Liverpool. The park ishome to the stunning Hillbark Hotel, whereyou can enjoy fine dining in an idyllic settingas well as the relaxing and rejuvenatingspa. Close by is Wirral Country Park; thefirst Country Park in Britain. It is home to theWirral Way, a 12-mile former railway linetracing the Dee Estuary coast and offeringan environmental oasis for walkers, cyclistsand horse riding enthusiasts. A short distanceaway is family friendly Church Farm. Meetanimals, enjoy fun activities and beautifulcoastal views or step inside the farm shop andcafe. For rest and relaxation in a rural settingbook into Herons Well cottage - Best SelfCatering Accommodation in Merseyside 2010& 2011 and perfectly situated for golfers.If, after all that activity you are desperatefor some peace and tranquility why not headsouth to Ness Botanic Gardens and discoveran exquisite educational environment, with avisitor centre and nature trails.Why not follow in the footsteps ofChampions and compete on Wirral’s finestcourses. www.wirralgolfclassic.co.ukDon’t miss out. It is easy to plan your breakto Wirral www.visitwirral.com120121