Golf in South Wales
The Ryder Cup
On Friday, 28th September 2001, the Ryder Cup Committee made the historic announcement that the 38th Ryder Cup Matches would be held at The Celtic Manor Resort in the Autumn of 2010. For the first time, the famous match play tournament will be held in Wales and the event is destined to become one of the most significant occasions in the country’s illustrious sporting history.
When is it?
The week commencing 27th September 2010 with the tournament taking place 1st - 3rd October 2010
What will I see?
While it could be argued that with just 24 players performing over three days, the format of the Ryder Cup tends to limit the scope for spectators, especially given the huge number of golf fans that wish to witness the matches first hand.
To address this, the designers have sought to ensure that the course offers better viewing than at any previous Ryder Cup match.
The Twenty Ten Course opened in July 2007 and has already won a reputation as one of the world's must-play layouts. The course staged its first Celtic Manor Wales Open within a year of opening in 2008 when competitors like Padraig Harrington and Darren Clarke recognised its potential to provide an exciting Ryder Cup venue in 2010.
What else?
The city of Newport, South Wales, is very proud to be hosting the next Ryder Cup event in 2010 and extends a warm welcome to all visitors.
Newport is a vibrant city which is undergoing massive regeneration, but which has also retained it's historic buildings and character. It is surrounded by beautiful landscapes, including the Forest of Dean, the Wye Valley (which is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) and the undulating Vale of Usk, famous for its salmon fishing.
For breathtaking walks, or a leisurely drive, the Brecon Beacons National Park, including Pen-y-Fan, which is the highest peak in Southern Britain, is less than an hour's drive away. Cyclists are also well catered for, with cycleways linking the city and rural areas, both locally and further afield. Golfers are spoilt for choice, with over thirty golf clubs in the area, eight of which are within ten minutes drive of the city centre.
South Wales has much more to offer for those wishing to extend their stay. More information can be found at Visit Wales.
How will I get there?
The excellent transport links that the region already enjoys are being improved by the construction of a new road that will connect The Celtic Manor Resort to the A449, meaning that the influx of spectators will not result in undue traffic congestion.
By choosing to stay at The Commodore Hotel you will be just 6 miles from the Celtic Manor Resort.
For full information on Parking visit the Official Ryder Cup website.
Got your Tickets?
Ticket information can be found on the Official Ticket Site or call 0871 2301086
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