Ultimately, a matter of personal choice will dictate whether you prefer Sam's or the unimaginatively titled Belfry Bar as your wind-down, post-work or post-golf venue within The Belfry complex.
Personally, Sam's just edges it, although the 'quiet time' afforded by the other is appreciated. But before we get to the good points of Sam's, and where it scores best, it's perhaps worth establishing a couple of things you may wish to know before going in.
While the venue is open to non-residents and, for that matter, non-players, and merits a visit even if you've never swung a club in anger, be advised this is a 19th-hole affair. So when you spot polite notices reminding customers that service may be refused, you know it's code for: "Here may be boozy prats and bores." The atmosphere is relaxed, to put it diplomatically, and also carries with it something you either view as a modern plague or a feature you can't do without once you sit down: big screen Sky Sports.
The attraction lies with the menu. A cut above standard fare, it is this, complemented by the wider setting of international renown, which keeps things from ever feeling a bit too 'sports bar'.
Burgers, pizzas and club sandwiches will set you back about a tenner, with fish and chips, lasagne and the like coming in at about the same. In truth, though, the sandwiches at Belfry Bar probably just edge those served here. Still, there are around seven draught beers to make up for it. Wine and champagne are also available. Coffee and tea are on offer for those with no reason to celebrate their scorecard. read more