Golf Simulators UK: Complete Guide to Rooms, Cabins and Technology

Golf simulators now range from simple practice setups to complete dedicated rooms. The key is deciding whether you need just the technology, an indoor room fit-out, or a purpose-built golf den.

Quick takeaways

• Complete golf simulator cabins solve room height, insulation and layout in one route.
• Existing rooms can work well when the dimensions, acoustics and lighting are planned properly.
• The technology package should be chosen around the room, not the other way around.

Three main routes

Some golfers already have a garage, basement or spare room and only need the simulator technology. Others want an indoor panel golf den system to make the room feel purpose-built. The most complete route is a dedicated cabin golf den in the garden.

Each route can work, but the best choice depends on space, budget and how polished the final room needs to feel.

What you need to buy

A complete simulator usually includes a launch monitor, impact screen or enclosure, projector, gaming PC, mat, turf and accessories. The room itself may also need acoustic panels, lighting, seating, storage and heating or ventilation.

Buying these pieces from one supplier helps avoid mismatches between screen size, projector throw, hitting position and room dimensions.

Typical costs

Simple technology-led setups can start from the lower thousands. More complete home simulator rooms commonly sit in the mid-range, while dedicated cabins and premium installs can go significantly higher depending on size and specification.

Need help planning your setup? Tekden can help you compare the room, technology and budget together so the finished simulator works as one complete space.

Speak to the Tekden team