Rochdale News | Headlines | A new adventure golf course is to be built in Middleton
Date of publication: October 28, 2024
CGI of the proposed new Bowlee Park Driving Range, Middleton, from the entrance
A new adventure golf course is being built on the edge of a driving range in Middleton.
After receiving approval, the Bowlee Park Driving Range will now be remodeled. The Heywood Old Road site will feature a new indoor adventure golf course, a second floor of driving range play areas and an indoor golf course.
The applicant, Improve My Golf Ltd (which operates the website), believes this could make the golf facility a major attraction for visitors to the Manchester and Middleton area.
The applicants cited the success of Bents Barton Grange Garden Center and Trafford Driving Ranges as examples of how they have become popular attractions for families and golfers.
In order to make space for the new development, part of the existing building structure must be demolished. The roof over the new adventure golf course will also be retractable to “maximize openness.”
Planning papers state: “To create an inspiring golf practice facility with a new adventure golf attraction in an area of Middleton which has benefited from investment including Trackman Technology in recent years.”
“To create a high quality development that is permeable to the surrounding area and fits into the surrounding parkland.
“To create a new facility that supports and is part of the wider community. An adventure golf park where the whole family can play golf.
“To create a modern, sustainable development that is sophisticated, easy to maintain and designed to last – a place that people can enjoy for many years to come, a sustainable community.”
George Lythgoe – Local Democracy Reporter
