An initiative aimed at getting more people into golf is returning to Wales this spring – with one event just a couple of miles from Brecon.

Wales Golf is re-launching its Give Golf a Go campaign during the Easter holidays, with one of four free open days taking place at Cradoc Golf Club on March 28.

The scheme is designed to introduce beginners of all ages to the sport in a relaxed and friendly setting. Equipment is provided and all days are free to attend.

The re-launch comes ahead of the Masters, widely recognised as the start of the summer golf season. Wales Golf is also beginning a social media campaign in the run-up to International Women’s Day, encouraging people to share who first introduced them to golf and what they have gained from playing.

There are four Give Golf a Go days across Wales, in Cradoc in Mid Wales, Raglan in South East Wales, Pembrokeshire in West Wales and Golf Mon driving range in Anglesey.

Give Golf a Go was launched last year ahead of the AIG Women’s Open coming to Wales for the first time. The launch event saw female athletes from Welsh Rugby Union, Glamorgan Cricket and LexisNexis Dragons try golf for the first time and celebrate the Summer of Welsh women’s sport.

In 2025, the Give Golf a Go days introduced more than 300 people to the game, including families, couples and groups of friends.

Wales Golf Head of Development Theo Baker said: “These days are timed to be a perfect activity for kids in the Easter holidays, free of charge and a chance to take up a sport for life.

“Anyone who would like to meet new people or learn alongside others can take part at a driving range, pitch and putt or just get together to hit a few balls and have some fun.

“We had a few hundred people Give Golf a Go last year, and we are looking to grow the numbers in the second year. Anyone interested can progress to New2Golf, with all equipment provided and affordable pricing at local clubs.

“There are also tailored Junior Sessions and Disability Sessions to welcome everyone and provide appropriate basics of the game.

“We are very excited about re-launching this campaign and the opportunities it can offer.”

The accompanying social media campaign has also launched, beginning with the story of Wales Golf Chief Executive Hannah McAllister.

Hannah McAllister said: “I started playing golf at 12. At the time, it wasn’t considered particularly trendy, but it was a way to spend time with my dad, who loved the game.

"On my first trip to the driving range, he asked me to swing the club. After one shot, he said, ‘Where did you learn to swing like that?’ I told him I’d copied it off the TV.

"He laughed and said he’d spent years studying the game, yet my swing was better than his. That early encouragement mattered.

"Golf has given me confidence, resilience, friendships and opportunity. Today, I still often find myself one of the only women in the room.

"Leading in a male-dominated sport means being in the minority at times, but I’ve never allowed that to limit my growth.

"Opportunity often starts with one person believing you belong. For me, that was my dad.”