Ben Firth

SO/ Sotogrande in Spain is a golfing resort that’s embarking on a new era. Ben Firth visits its new academy and par three development, which is due to be opened next month by Suzann Pettersen, as well as the redesigned Alto Club and La Reserva Club.

The Algarve has been a favourite destination for UK golfers for many years but, as Ben Firth has found, some of its best facilities have moved up to an even higher level since his last visit seven years ago.