For the economically driven golfer, you can do much worse than trying out the golf course at Pennington, just off the M6, heading towards Leigh. With prices starting at £3.25 during the week and £4.30 at the weekends, this nine hole course represents fantastic value for money for the budget golfer. There is also an unrestricted visitor policy so, all this considered, this course is ideal for beginners or those looking to take up the sport.

It is also a good test of ability also, with the mainly flat parkland interrupted by streams and ponds which weave throughout the course. Spread over 5790 yards, it is a good size to practice on, as well as to hone and develop your skills.