{
  "id": 3435559,
  "title": "Golf, events and bags of nostalgia at Newport’s Celtic Manor",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/golf-events-and-bags-of-nostalgia-at-newports-celtic-manor",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-26T05:05:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "City AM",
    "slug": "city-am",
    "url": "https://www.cityam.com/golf-events-and-bags-of-nostalgia-at-newports-celtic-manor/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The historic Celtic Manor, located near Newport, holds a nostalgic charm that transports visitors back to their childhood holidays. The imposing stone building sits within 2,000 acres of stunning grounds, offering a remote yet expansive experience. Opened in 1982 by the Welsh tech tycoon, Sir Terry Matthews, the resort exudes a European resort vibe that feels quite British.\n\nUpon arrival, guests are greeted by the impressive size of the property, which includes a main resort, a country house hotel, Hunters' Lodges, and various outbuildings. The lobby, adorned with wooden dragons, provides a nod to Wales' heritage. The combination of wide open spaces, retro carpets, and the health club's health club, with its night sky mural, evokes memories of a child's dream holiday.\n\nCeltic Manor is a golfer's paradise, boasting three Championship golf courses that can be booked starting at £34. The resort was the site of the 2010 Ryder Cup, a legacy celebrated through large floor-to-ceiling photographs. Despite not being a golf enthusiast, the experience of waking up to a fairway view is quite satisfying. The hotel also offers six restaurants, ranging from fine dining to pan-Asian cuisine, ensuring there's something for everyone.\n\nThe accommodations are spacious, modern, and comfortable, many with balconies to enjoy the sunsets over the golf course. Celtic Manor also serves as a popular events venue, with 40 bookable spaces ranging from meeting rooms to entire ballrooms, making it an ideal location for various gatherings.",
  "summary": "There’s something very nostalgic about Celtic Manor. Located a few minutes down the M4 from Newport town centre, it manages to feel entirely remote, an imposing stone building nestled within some 2,000 acres of grounds. Opened in 1982 by Welsh tech tycoon Sir Terry Matthews, once the richest man in the country, there’s something about [...]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}