12 Projects of Christmas – Project 1: Ho-Ho-Hole in One Anyone?

In the run-up to Christmas, we’re decking the halls at PermaRoof with real-life makeovers, a sprinkling of DIY magic and a sleigh-load of inspiration from our brilliant customers and team. 

Ho-ho-hole in one, anyone?

Don’t let Grinchy winter weather put the dampers on your putting – get into the real swing of Christmas with a cracking holiday home-golf set-up.

Whether you want to putt like a pro or become the swing king by spring, PermaLawn’s festive practice patches turn any corner of the garden, shed or garage into a Santa-approved winter training bay.

From a quick fix to keep that fairway feeling alive to an elaborate haven fit for a friendly 18-hole four-ball, PermaLawn has all the turf options, ideas and inspiration you need to get the ball rolling.

🎄 LEVEL 1 – The Elf-Budget Temporary Strike Net

Perfect for beginners, gift-givers or anyone short on space or festive funds.

What you need

• PermaLawn Tee XL – a small, authentic premium tee-turf striking mat
• A pop-up or foldable golf net
• A few foam or limited-flight balls
• Indoor/outdoor fairy lights to frame the net and create the mood
• Mini sign: “ELF DRIVING RANGE”

How to set it up

• Place your Tee XL patch down as the hitting mat
• Pop up the strike net against a fence, shed or garage wall
• Outline the “bay” with lights or garland for Christmas character
• Dangle candy canes from the net for accuracy drills

Festive, fun and pocket-friendly, this quick-fire set-up can be erected and packed away in the shake of a reindeer’s tail. Just make sure you’ve got ample, safe swing space all around you!

🎄🎄 LEVEL 2 – The Mid-Range Permanent ‘North Pole Practice Bay’

A more serious set-up without the elite price tag, great for those with more play space to utilise.

What you need

• A larger piece of PermaLawn Tee XL for a pro-style stance mat
• A sturdy hitting cage or net frame
• Impact screen (optional)
• Hanging launch monitor (Rapsodo, Garmin, Mevo etc.)
• LED strip lights for the bay entrance
• Christmas extras: mini fir trees, faux snow around the edges

How to set it up

• Install a semi-permanent frame or cage
• Lay down the Tee XL as a full hitting surface
• Add an impact screen or heavy-duty netting
• Position your launch monitor for feedback
• Light the bay entrance with LED strips for that “Santa’s workshop” glow

Ideal for real practice sessions, PermaLawn’s weather-resistant turf supports year-round use and looks the part without breaking the bank – perfect for unwinding after work and improving your handicap in home comfort.

🎄🎄🎄 LEVEL 3 – The Elite ‘Santa’s Swing Suite’ Simulator Experience

For the keen golfer seeking the ultimate Christmas upgrade – go pro!

What you need

• Full-size Tee XL installation for a seamless professional experience
• Premium impact screen
• High-end launch monitor (SkyTrak+, GC3, TrackMan etc.)
• Permanent enclosure or simulator bay
• Overhead projector
• Side netting or padding
• Acoustic panels (optional)
• Festive snowflake gobo lights for ambience
• A glowing sign: “SANTA’S SWING SUITE – HO-HO-HOLE IN ONE”

How to set it up

• Build or install the simulator enclosure in a garage, outbuilding or garden room
• Fit Tee XL across the stance zone and approach area
• Mount the projector and align with the impact screen
• Position the launch monitor for full shot tracking
• Add insulation or acoustic panels if needed
• Finish with tasteful Christmas mood lighting and a fairway-style garland arch

This premium, immersive home-golf set-up creates the ultimate Christmas downtime experience. Perfect for a sociable festive four-ball, you’ll sharpen your skills, relax in a top-tier environment and have incredible social media visuals to show off your creation.

BONUS ADD-ON – “The St Andrews Snow-Day Putting Green”

Boost your short game while the rest of the world defrosts their cars – add course-level St Andrews putting turf to your chosen set-up for that true-green feel … just roll it out and away you putt.

From novice pack-aways to pro-level permanent putting zones, let PermaLawn guide you all the way to a ho-ho-hole in one.

🎄 LEVEL 1 – The Rookie Roll-Out Lane

Perfect for beginners, kids or quick evening practice.

What you need

• A short strip of St Andrews premium putting turf (to suit available space)
• Portable putting cup
• A string of warm LEDs to frame the lane

Roll out hours of entertainment anywhere – hallway, garage, garden room – and enjoy a smooth, true-run surface with zero effort.

🎄🎄 LEVEL 2 – The Festive Family Mini-Green

A fun, functional upgrade for households wanting a little more challenge.

What you need

• Medium patch of St Andrews turf
• 2-3 hole positions for added intensity
• Alignment sticks (or candy canes!)
• Mini flag with Santa-hat topper (optional)

Great for friendly competitions or a “Closest to the Stocking” challenge. Perfect your swing, then switch circuits for a spell of therapeutic precision putting.

🎄🎄🎄 LEVEL 3 – The Pro-Style Precision Putting Pad

A short-game dream for serious golfers looking for round-the-clock pro-level practice.

What you need

• Larger St Andrews turf footprint – shaped for the ultimate wow factor
• A small piece of PermaLawn Birchwood to recreate the green edge rough
• Multiple holes for enhanced challenge
• Subtle contouring using under-layers (optional)
• Soft LED perimeter lighting for that premium glow

Celebrate that true-green feel with consistent roll, no frost delays and zero maintenance – ideal for sharpening your stroke before spring.

Nice One – You’ve Mastered It!

From simple strike nets and Tee Turf to the whole hog of a festive-lit simulator bay and pro-putt green, PermaLawn’s premium artificial grass range is just what you need to turn your free space into a golfer’s paradise.

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