Golf Tourism England is delighted to confirm that the 7th Annual GTE Convention will take place on 20–21 July 2026 at the stunning Saunton Sands Hotel & Source Spa in North Devon. This flagship event brings together leading tour operators, golf clubs, resorts, tourism boards and industry partners for two focused days of networking, insight and truly exceptional golf.
Perched above the sweeping golden sands of North Devon, Saunton Sands Hotel offers a unique combination of style, comfort and dramatic coastal scenery. It provides an inspiring setting for meaningful discussions, productive business appointments and long-term relationship building.
Just moments from the hotel lies one of England’s greatest golfing treasures: Saunton Golf Club.
Saunton Golf Club – A World-Class Links Experience
Delegates will have the opportunity to experience one of the finest links complexes in the country, home to two championship courses widely admired in the UK and internationally.
The East Course, a revered Herbert Fowler design, is regularly ranked among the world’s top links courses. It flows through towering, naturally sculpted dunes and offers strategic, intelligent shot-making challenges that reward creativity and precision. Many consider it one of the best examples of pure, traditional links golf anywhere in England.
The West Course is frequently described as the nation’s most underrated layout. Slightly shorter and more intimate than the East, it showcases superb natural movement, quick-running fairways and beautifully contoured greens. Its character, charm and strategic nuance make it a favourite among those who appreciate classic links architecture.
What sets Saunton apart is the authenticity of its landscape. There is no artificial shaping, no contrived features—just untouched dunelands and golf as nature intended. It is this purity that has earned Saunton comparisons with some of the great Scottish and Irish links, making it a destination golfers travel thousands of miles to experience.
With two exceptional courses on its doorstep, Saunton Sands Hotel and the surrounding region create one of the most compelling coastal golf destinations in the UK.
A Strengthened Partnership
We are proud to once again welcome Discover South Carolina as headline sponsor. Their continued support highlights a shared commitment to elevating global golf tourism, and the Monday evening dinner and prize presentation will once again be hosted in partnership with them.
Join Us in North Devon
The GTE Convention has become a key date for organisations committed to growing golf tourism in the UK and beyond. With capacity limited and interest already building, early confirmation is encouraged.
For further details or to register, please contact:
We look forward to welcoming delegates to an inspiring two days at Saunton Sands.
