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Prestige Move for Brocket Hall

By: Golf Shake | Tue 26 Aug 2014


The historic and iconic Hertfordshire venue, Brocket Hall, has joined IMG Prestige, an exclusive collection of some of the world’s most celebrated golfing venues.

Famed for its close links to two British prime ministers, Lord Melbourne and Lord Palmerston – after whom the resort’s two courses are named – Brocket Hall joins an illustrious portfolio of worldwide courses which includes Kingsbarns, Scotland; Carton House, Ireland; Cape Kidnappers, New Zealand; Legend Golf & Safari Resort, South Africa; Yas Links, Abu Dhabi; Le Touessrok, Mauritius; Bro Hof Slott, Sweden; and the Montgomerie Links, in Vietnam.

IMG Prestige’s global reciprocal programme brings together a collection of the finest golfing facilities in the world in recognition of the exceptional experience they provide members and guests both on and off the course.
Full members at participating clubs are entitled to the preferred access, special rates, discounts, benefits and privileges offered by the other clubs and selected IMG Prestige partners.

A popular venue for celebrities and corporate golf days, Brocket Hall’s glamorous mansion has hosted an extensive list of royalty, celebrities and well-known dignitaries, and each guestroom bears the name of a notable figure who has either lived at Brocket Hall or who has been closely associated with the house.

Lord Melbourne, a close friend of Queen Victoria who often stayed at Brocket Hall during her reign, and Lord Palmerston both resided at the famous venue in the 19th century while looking after the affairs of the nation. More recently, the late Baroness Thatcher also chose the great hall to write her memoirs.

David Griffin, the director of golf operations at Brocket Hall, said: “Joining IMG Prestige is not just recognition of the quality of the resort, it’s also a great benefit for our members who may now enjoy preferred access and special rates offered by the other participating clubs of which there are nearly 100 worldwide.”  

Set within 543 acres of stunning 18th century parkland, the par-72 Melbourne Course is situated in magnificent surroundings, crossing the River Lea several times before a memorable finish in front of the hall after a short ferry ride to the 18th green. In contrast, the Palmerston Course is a challenging par-73 woodland layout, with rare Hornbeam, Scots and Corsican pine and 300-year-old oak trees creating a memorable test for professionals and amateurs alike, and is ranked in the latest ‘Top 100 Golf Courses in England’ poll by Golf World.

In addition, golfers can hone their skills at the renowned Palmerston Golf Academy, and no visit to Brocket Hall is complete without indulging in five-star dining at its award-winning restaurant, Auberge du Lac, a more laid-back meal in Watershyppes Restaurant or a stay in the recently-refurbished Melbourne Lodge.

www.brocket-hall.co.uk | www.imgprestige.com


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