Cleeve Hill is a magnificent heath land course located in an area of outstanding natural beauty. From a commanding position in the Cotswolds, breathtaking views are available over an area taking in the Forest of Dean, Severn Vale, the Malverns - and beyond to the Black Mountains and the Brecons. Set in 1,000 acres of Cleeve Common, the truly awesome vistas from the course embrace 10,000 years of human occupation - with prehistoric and Roman settlements punctuating a landscape rich in wild flowers. Rare orchids, the Roman snail and various species of butterfly bring added fascination to the scene. For golfers about their business, the setting is idyllic, inspiring and refreshing. Whilst the course's stunning setting is but a gift of nature, the club's growing reputation is based on a philosophy of encouraging 'no frills' access - free of trivial barriers and unnecessary impediments. Its 'open door' approach to membership encourages people in the community to take up exercise, helps showcase the local countryside to visitors, and at the same time underlines the virtues of comradeship in sport.