Rick, Phil, Righty, thank you all for the information. I have just submitted a membership inquiry to Aldwickbury. As many of you have said, it does look superb. I'll play a good few before I make a decision.
Dave, I don't have a specific location but we have our minds set on Redbourn. Plans may of course change down the line. Thanks for the heads up though.
Quick question as Spanish courses don't have this issue...
How long were your courses or courses in the area shut for in the winter or ruined by the weather? Is it really the case that you can only golf early Spring to late Autumn?