A GOLF club is undergoing an extensive redevelopment with a 13 bedroom hotel amongst the highlights.

Construction is under way by contractor Stepnell on a £6.6 million redevelopment programme at Feldon Valley Golf Club at Lower Brailes, near Shipston-on-Stour.

The project, designed by Design Engine Architects, involves the extension and remodelling of the existing club house and the redesign of the building as well as creating external terraces overlooking the course.

Robert Clive, operations director for 360 Golf Ltd, said: “These are very exciting times for Feldon Valley.

"The changes are designed to give the business long-term sustainability; they are extensive and ambitious and will also result in the workforce doubling in size.

“It was vital to us that the construction was carried out professionally and sensitively as the golf business will remain open throughout the contract period."

The new facilities are set for completion in summer 2018.

Stepnell construction director Bill Haynes said: "This major redevelopment is set to transform the facilities available at the Feldon Valley Golf Club, making the most of its amazing location, enhancing the clubhouse and creating contemporary, architecturally interesting, state-of-the-art accommodation for members and visitors.

"Our team are delighted to be bringing their construction expertise to this high-quality project, the culmination of an exciting upgrading programme by the club which is already significantly boosting its membership and visitor numbers.”

The club will remain fully open during the building programme.