Luton Hoo estateImage source, Getty Images
Image caption, Luton Hoo hopes to host the Ryder Cup in either 2031 or 2035

The owners of a luxury hotel want to build a championship level golf course so they can host the Ryder Cup.

The golf tournament could be held in either 2031 or 2035.

The group that owns the hotel said the prospect was realistic.

Kevin Collins said the bid would increase tourism and investment.

Luton HooImage source, Getty Images
Image caption, Arora Group acquired the estate in 2021

The biennial golf competition between Europe and the United States takes place every odd-numbered year and is hosted by different continents.

The Marco Simone Golf and Country Club is located in Rome.

The new golf course will be "a new championship level course worthy of hosting the Ryder Cup" and will replace the current one.

The length of the planning process depends on whether any concerns or objections are raised, according to Mr Collins.

The interiors of the mansion house are going to be upgraded.

The company stated that the event would raise the profile of the area to a global audience.

Luton Hoo estateImage source, Arora Group
Image caption, Mr Collins said the planning process was "not easy"

Mr Collins said he believed the plans were credible.

He said that when someone first mentions it to you, you think "oh crikey, that's a bit pie in the sky".

"This isn't the first luxury hotel in their group and we've spoken to the Professional Golfers' Association who obviously need to be fairly cautious in their opinions."

The local area would get a boost from hosting the event.

He said that the tournament will bring tourists.

People will be coming to this area and hotels will be booked throughout the area.

There are jobs and a boost for tourism that will come from people being aware of the area.

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