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Macdonald Hill Valley — Emerald Course

The longer Emerald course combines rolling Shropshire fairways, bunkers and water hazards. Its final hole demands strategic decisions around water from tee to green.

The Global Golfer · Whitchurch, Shropshire, England · Golf & Spa

Macdonald Hill Valley — Emerald Course

The longer Emerald course combines rolling Shropshire fairways, bunkers and water hazards. Its final hole demands strategic decisions around water from tee to green.

18 holes · Par 73
6,714 yards
Peter Alliss & Dave Thomas
Opened 1975

Who it suits

Best fit for the trip

Golf-first breaksGolf & spa couplesSocieties and groupsTwo-course golf trips

Contact & directions

Plan your visit

Location: Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel, Golf & Spa, Whitchurch, Shropshire, England

Golf information: https://www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk/hill-valley/golf/course

Confirm visitor tee times, playing restrictions, availability and hire arrangements with the operator before travelling.

Club facilities

Facilities

Golf and associated resort facilities include:

  • Emerald 18-hole course
  • Sapphire 18-hole course
  • Golf shop and buggy hire
  • Practice facilities
  • Hotel and resort dining
  • Indoor pool and spa

Confirm individual facilities, current opening hours and any booking requirements directly.

Accommodation & golf breaks

Stay, play & relax

The longer Emerald course combines rolling Shropshire fairways, bunkers and water hazards. Its final hole demands strategic decisions around water from tee to green. Hotel and spa bookings may be separate from golf, so check what is included before confirming your trip.

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