The Mere Golf Course
The Mere is an 18-hole, par-71 championship course designed by James Braid in 1934, set in 150 acres of Cheshire parkland at Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere, near Knutsford. It is open seven days a week and suits golfers looking for a luxury stay-and-play break close to Manchester Airport.
The course and its character
James Braid laid out The Mere in 1934 across 150 acres of parkland. The championship course measures 6,882 yards and plays to par 71, which makes it one of the longer tests in the Manchester area. Golf Magic describes the course as pristine parkland and rates it among the best in the Manchester area, and the resort has published 3D flyover videos of every hole so you can preview the layout before your round.
Booking and visitor practicalities
The course is open seven days a week from 9am to 5.30pm. The resort offers society golf days, corporate away days and stay-and-play packages combining golf with dinner and an overnight stay. Practice facilities include a lakeside open-water driving range. The golf shop stocks clothing and equipment from brands including J.Lindeberg, Galvin Green and Peak Performance, and the resort publishes golf etiquette guidance covering registration and on-course conduct.
Getting there
The resort is on Chester Road (A50) in the village of Mere, near Knutsford. From the M6, continue past junction 20 following signs for the A556, then turn onto the A50 towards Knutsford and Mere. Manchester Airport is about 10 minutes away, and Knutsford, Mobberley and Ashley are the nearest railway stations. Parking is included.
Highlights
- James Braid design from 1934
- Par 71, 6,882-yard championship course
- 150 acres of Cheshire parkland
- Lakeside open-water driving range
- About 10 minutes from Manchester Airport
Good to know
- Open seven days a week, 9am to 5.30pm
- Stay-and-play, society and corporate packages are available
- Read the resort's golf etiquette guidance on registration before you play
- Outdoor parking is included
Frequently asked questions
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Sources: fairmont.com · fairmont.com · themereresort.co.uk · golfmagic.com