Golf and Activity Park at Temple Newsam
Temple Newsam Golf and Activity Park is a welcoming outdoor space offering golf, play and opportunities to get active in the heart of Temple Newsam’s historic parkland. The area brings together the much‑loved golf course with new family-friendly facilities, creating more ways for visitors, families and the local community to enjoy the site.
Whether you’re here for a round of golf, a visit to the café or to let children explore the brand‑new play and cycle areas, it is a place for fresh air, movement and simple outdoor fun.
Golf at Temple Newsam
Temple Newsam Golf Course offers a scenic 18-hole course consisting of 2 x 9 holes courses named Lady Dorothy and Lord Irwin set within beautiful estate parkland. Suitable for beginners and experienced players, the course is open throughout the year and provides a relaxed and friendly atmosphere for all.
- 18-hole golf course also playable as 2 separate 9-hole courses
- Annual golf season tickets and pay and play golf available
- Members Clubhouse, which is open to all
- Accessible location with on-site pay and display parking
Adventure Play Area
The adventure play area offers a fun and engaging space for children to climb, slide and explore. Designed for a range of ages and abilities, the playground features natural materials and open views across the park.
- Challenging and imaginative play equipment
- Seating and space for families
- Close to the café and cycle area
Learn‑to‑Ride Cycle Park
A dedicated space for children to build confidence on two wheels. The Learn‑to‑Ride Cycle Park includes smooth paths, gentle turns and plenty of room for beginners to practise safely.
- Perfect for early riders
- Safe, enclosed environment
- Free to access
Café and Facilities
Relax and refuel at the on-site café overlooking the course and activity areas. Serving hot and cold drinks, light bites and children’s options, it’s a welcoming spot for golfers, families and walkers alike.
- Indoor and outdoor seating
- Toilets and baby-changing
- Dog-friendly outdoor areas
Café opening times
Mon - Fri 8am - 7pm
Sat - Sun 7am - 6pm
Discounted children’s meals this Summer
Families visiting Temple Newsam this summer can enjoy discounted children’s meals in the Golf Café as part of the Government’s Great British Summer Savings scheme. From 25 June to 1 September, VAT on children’s meals will be reduced, with discounts applied automatically at the till.
Walking, Exploring and Open Green Space
Set within Temple Newsam’s wider estate, the area connects easily to walking routes, open parkland and woodland pathways. It’s an ideal base for a longer visit to Temple Newsam House, Home Farm, the Play Barn, the gardens and wider estate.
Plan Your Visit
- Free access to the play area, cycle park and outdoor spaces
- Charges apply for golf
- Café open daily
- Car parking available - charges apply
- Located a short distance from Temple Newsam House and Home Farm
A New Outdoor Hub for the Community
Temple Newsam Golf & Activity Park enhances an already popular part of the estate, offering more ways for families, golfers and local residents to enjoy the outdoors. Built with inclusivity and wellbeing in mind, it encourages active play, sport and spending time together in nature.
