From Tuesday (9th to 14th September 2025), Wentworth Club in Virginia Water will once again host the BMW PGA Championship, one of the most prestigious tournaments on the DP World Tour and part of the Rolex Series.
Barton Wyatt has been proud to call this remarkable area home for over 60 years. With several keen golfers in our team, we always look forward to the buzz of tournament week and regularly head down to enjoy the atmosphere of this world-class event.
If you’re heading to the area and you’re thinking of moving, renting or buying, and want some home inspiration take some time to browse our properties available in Virginia Water and the surrounding areas. If you have any questions, you can also visit our award-winning website or call us on 01344 843000 and email us.
As the leading estate agents in Wentworth we are proud to share about this remarkable golfing event and its profound impact on the Wentworth and Virginia Water area.
A course steeped in history
Wentworth is a name woven into the fabric of golf. The West Course, created by renowned architect Harry Colt in the 1920s, quickly gained recognition as one of the finest parkland courses in the world. In June 1926, it staged the very first Ryder Cup match, a contest that grew into one of the most celebrated competitions in sport.
Since 1972, the PGA Championship has been played here, earning Wentworth its reputation as the spiritual home of British golf. Over the years, the West Course has witnessed unforgettable moments from legends such as Seve Ballesteros, Sir Nick Faldo, Colin Montgomerie and Francesco Molinari.
The Festival of Golf
The BMW PGA Championship is more than a sporting event. Known as the Festival of Golf, it brings together world-class play and a vibrant social scene. The week begins with the Celebrity Pro-Am, where golfers join forces with stars from sport and entertainment, and the atmosphere builds across the four days of competition. Off the course, visitors can enjoy live music, with Razorlight and Ella Henderson set to perform this year, alongside superb dining and hospitality.
A world-class line-up
This year’s championship promises one of the strongest fields yet. Defending champion Billy Horschel will be back to defend his title. He will be joined by Grand Slam winner Rory McIlroy, Masters champions Jon Rahm, Hideki Matsuyama, Patrick Reed and Danny Willett, as well as home favourite Tommy Fleetwood, fresh from his FedExCup triumph.
Fleetwood will line up with Ryder Cup teammates Justin Rose, Tyrrell Hatton, Robert MacIntyre and Rasmus Højgaard. In total, 12 Major champions will compete, including Matt Fitzpatrick, Pádraig Harrington, Wyndham Clark and Adam Scott.
Living near the action
For residents of Virginia Water and the Wentworth Estate, the championship is part of the lifestyle. The estate, developed in the 1920’s, stretches across 1,750 acres of mature woodland, private roads and striking homes that surround the club’s three 18-hole courses and 9-hole executive course. Beyond golf, the Wentworth Club offers superb facilities, from tennis courts and swimming pools to first-class dining.
Owning a property here means being at the heart of a community that is both exclusive and welcoming, where international prestige blends with the tranquillity of Surrey’s green belt.
The prize at Wentworth
This year’s BMW PGA Championship carries a prize fund of 9 million USD (around £7 million). For the winner, the cheque could go a long way towards securing a dream home right here on the Wentworth Estate.
For example, this property is currently on the market:
Gorse Hill Road, Wentworth Estate – Guide Price £7,900,000
- 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 4 reception rooms
- Stunning mansion with indoor pool and luxury finishes
- Elevated position with far-reaching views and landscaped gardens approaching 2.7 acres
- Short walk to Wentworth Golf Club, Virginia Water shops, restaurants and station
- Excellent private schools nearby and easy access to London, Heathrow and the motorway network
This exclusive home is in one of the most sought-after private roads on the Wentworth Estate, offering both prestige and tranquillity.
We also sell many properties off-market, so call us today to be the first to hear about new opportunities. Explore our properties here for sale and to let in Virginia Water and the Wentworth Estate.
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