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Crazy golf for a first date: where to play in Ireland and the UK

The short answerCrazy golf is a playful, low-pressure first date because it is silly by design, so nobody can take it too seriously. We found 103 crazy golf and mini golf venues mapped across 69 towns and cities in Ireland and the UK. Choose a sunny day, keep score loosely and finish with an ice cream or a drink.
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Why crazy golf is easy on a first date

Some first dates need to be impressive. This one does not. Crazy golf is deliberately ridiculous, with windmills and tunnels and holes that nobody can complete in one shot, so being bad at it is the point.

That makes it a good choice if you are nervous. You do not have to think of things to say, because the course does the work. A missed putt gives you something to laugh about together.

103Crazy golf venues mapped across the towns and cities we cover
69towns and cities with at least one
6most in one place (Brighton)

Where the most crazy golf venues are

Brighton6
Bournemouth4
London3
Milton Keynes3
Southend-on-Sea3
Hastings3
Watford3
Belfast2
Birmingham2
Leeds2

Source: OpenStreetMap, counted by us across the towns and cities covered on cravnn.com on 10 November 2026. Mapping is community maintained, so real numbers can be higher.

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What to know before you go

Many courses are outdoors and close for bad weather, so check the forecast and the opening times before you head out. Some are attached to cafés, arcades or seaside promenades, which makes it easy to turn a game into an afternoon.

Indoor courses exist in a few towns, and they are useful if you are planning in winter. If the weather turns, have a café nearby as your backup.

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How to plan it

  1. Pick a dry afternoon and check the venue's opening times.
  2. Agree a silly prize, such as the loser buying the ice creams.
  3. Take photos of the weirdest holes, and send the best one afterwards.
  4. Finish with something to eat or drink nearby and see where the conversation goes.

Tip. Suggest it as "something fun and a bit silly". It sets the tone and tells the other person there is no pressure.

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Questions

Is crazy golf a good first date?

Yes, if you want something relaxed. It is playful, cheap compared with dinner, and gives you something to laugh about together.

How long does a round take?

A round of eighteen holes usually takes about an hour. Add time for a drink or ice cream afterwards.

What if it rains?

Many courses close in bad weather. Check ahead, and have a café or an indoor activity as your plan B.

Do I need to book?

Often not, but busy weekends can mean a wait. Check the venue's own page for booking and opening times.

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