As much as we adore the challenge of playing golf in the driving rain or a howling gale, nothing tops walking around a beautiful course soaking up the sun in shorts with shades on, with only your golf game likely to spoil your day.

However, this invariably means being exposed to heat and sun for hours at a time. When you’re on your feet for so long, comfort and breathability in your footwear is paramount. 

And, let’s not forget that just because it’s (supposedly) summer, that doesn’t mean you won’t be playing soggy rounds – this is Britain, after all – so we have included shoes that feature some element of weatherproofing in our summer golf shoes roundup. 

Traction may not be as vital in summer as it is in the cooler, wetter months but it’s still essential because swinging a club is an incredibly vigorous movement. A well-designed outsole is crucial to keeping you grounded. We’ve included spiked and spikeless outsoles for those players who prefer making the transition from 18th hole to the 19th as quickly as possible without retreating to the car to switch shoes. 

The issue with spiked shoes is they can be a little cumbersome and not particularly comfortable. Meanwhile spikeless offers up dreamy cushioning and lighter weight – but all at the expense of traction. However, golfing specialists have come a long way in footwear, so these days it’s all down to personal preference and aesthetics. 

Whatever your summer golf ‘fit, we’ve rounded up the best shoes to finish it off.