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Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf Celebrates 7 Years of Family Fun!
Posted July 31, 2026

On our birthday, the sun shone bright,
As you stepped to Hole 7 feeling just right.
With a steady hand and a confident grin,
You gave your golf ball a delicate spin.
It rolled past the smugglers and treasure untold,
Avoided the hazards so daring and bold.
Then straight to the cup, to everyone's delight,
A hole-in-one! What a beautiful sight!

Seven years ago, Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf welcomed its very first adventurers to Bournemouth's seafront. On 31 July, we're celebrating seven fantastic years of putts, pirates, laughter, and unforgettable memories.

If you're looking for a family day out packed with fun, friendly competition, and a touch of seaside magic, there's never been a better time to visit. Step into a world of daring smugglers, hidden treasure, and legendary coastal adventures as you make your way around our 18-hole course.

Every hole presents its own challenge, but one has earned a special reputation among visitors as the ultimate test of skill...Hole 7. It may seem innocent enough, but many confident golfers have been left scratching their heads as their ball takes an unexpected turn. For the lucky few who conquer it with a hole-in-one, glory awaits — often accompanied by cheers, celebrations, and perhaps a little smug satisfaction!

To mark our 7th birthday, we're putting Hole 7 in the spotlight with a special birthday competition.

Think you've got what it takes?

Score a hole-in-one on Hole 7 and you'll win a FREE entry voucher for a future visit.

How to enter:

  • Score a hole-in-one on Hole 7
  • Capture the shot on video
  • Show a member of staff your video as proof

If your hole-in-one is verified, you'll receive a free entry voucher for a future visit*

Smugglers Cove has always been about more than just golf. Over the past seven years, we've hosted countless family battles, first-date competitions, birthday celebrations, holiday adventures, and friendly rivalries. We've seen incredible trick shots, dramatic victories, and plenty of "just one more round" moments.

As we celebrate our 7th birthday, we'd like to thank everyone who has visited, supported us, and helped make Smugglers Cove such a special part of Bournemouth's seafront. Whether you've visited once or you're a seasoned captain of the course, you're part of our story.

So gather your crew, grab a putter, and join the birthday celebrations. Take on the challenge, hunt for golfing glory, and discover why Smugglers Cove continues to delight adventurers of all ages, seven years and counting.

Here's to the next chapter of adventure, laughter, and legendary hole-in-ones!

Happy 7th Birthday, Smugglers Cove!

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