Famed for its unique 6x par 3s, 6x par 4s, and 6x par 5s configuration, and iconic features such as the island green par-3 opening hole and the S-shaped 18th green.

The Shire London has long held a reputation for both quality and difficulty. Now, with the introduction of the Combo Card, players will have the chance to enjoy the layout in a more forgiving, diverse, and enjoyable way without losing the course’s core character.

The Combo Tee layout creatively blends tee positions from across the existing setup, including a mix of the Ruby tees (forward) and Emerald tees (championship tees ) allowing players to tackle each hole in a new way.

EXCITING FINISH

One of the most exciting changes is the reimagined 18th hole: traditionally a par-4, it will now play as a risk-and-reward par-5 from the Emerald tees, tempting longer hitters to go for the green in two, while still offering a safe lay-up route in front of the signature “S” lake.

“Golf is supposed to be fun and enjoyable,” said Tony Menai-Davis, Managing Director of The Shire London. “Over the years, we know the course’s difficulty may have put some golfers off.

With the Combo Card, we’re offering a more accessible and scoreable version of The Shire London, one that still honours Seve’s genius but opens the experience up to more people.”

The launch of the Combo Card coincides with The Shire London’s 18th birthday, marking a new chapter for the much-celebrated course.

Available to both members and visitors, the new layout reaffirms The Shire’s commitment to making championship level golf more inclusive and enjoyable for players of all skill levels.

For further information visit The Shire

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The new 18-hole links course, which is owned and managed by Glendale Golf, replaces the abandoned Airlinks course that closed in 2014. It is built on the site of Heston Aerodrome, London’s main airport until the opening of Heathrow in 1946. Located just minutes from Junction 3 of the M4, the course offers views of London’s iconic skyline.

Inspired by Scotland’s famous coastal links, the par-68, 5,314-yard layout, which is designed to appeal to golfers of all handicap levels, features dramatic mounding, undulating fairways, and a variety of water features. The course features five par threes, one par five and the remainder par 4s.

Jon Dummett, Head of Golf at Glendale Golf, said: “The course is short in length compared to traditional 18-hole courses, yet is an enticing feature in today’s market. Time is an increasingly valuable commodity and expeditious golf is appealing. More so when it satisfies the busy city dweller with an appetite for a full round, who might otherwise feel short-changed by nine.”

“The course features USGA-specification greens with modern drainage and irrigation systems ensuring quality, all-year round playing surfaces; robust enough to stand up to the expected high footfall.”

In addition to the 18-hole course, facilities at the club also include a 25-bay floodlit driving range with Toptracer technology, and a clubhouse serving a wide range of food and drink.

“After eight years in the making, we’re incredibly excited to be opening London Airlinks Golf Course and bringing the drama of links golf to the city, making it a must-visit golfing destination,” added Dummett. “Links courses can be notoriously tough to play, but with London Airlinks we’ve ensured the course design is suitable for golfers of all abilities, and we can’t wait to welcome newcomers, novices and golf enthusiasts of all levels to the new course and premium Toptracer range.”

The club, which is the seventh in Glendale Golf’s portfolio, welcomes pay-as-you-go green fee players, but also operates a flexible membership plan with fees starting from £80 per month. Green fees, which are priced at £20-£25, depending on the tee time, can be booked at airlinks.intelligentgolf.co.uk.

For more details, and to take a virtual tour of the course, visit www.glendalegolf.co.uk.

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