I’ve played quite a bit of golf in Devon over the years, but mainly on the north coast. I’ve been a regular visitor to Royal North Devon and also a few times at nearby Saunton. When you think of Devon golf, those are probably the first two venues that spring to mind. But I’d also become aware through various conversations over the years of the quality of golf to be found on the south Devon coast between Exeter and Salcombe. I wanted to explore more, so I booked a few days in early May to travel down there with some golfing buddies. I loaded up the car with (as ever) probably too much kit and headed off, firstly, for the spectacular clifftop course at Thurlestone.
Thurlestone Golf Club
Pulling up in the car park at Thurlestone, the sun was shining and – until I opened the door and stepped out –
