The main golf clubs that have closed down this summer 0
We look at the main golf clubs that closed down this summer – despite some signs of a recovery in the industry.
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Posts From Alistair Dunsmuir
This is the novelty gift that has caused golf’s latest sexism storm 6
A government adviser on abused women has called for a tee accessory, developed by Mike Ashley’s company, that features a naked, decapitated female body, to be banned.
This teenager with learning difficulties has gained key life skills from being taught golf 4
A sports development professional has said teenagers with learning difficulties are gaining key life skills via a programme that teaches them golf.
‘How to grow golf in the UK’ report is published 3
A new study that aims to help golf clubs and courses retain, attract and grow their customer base has been published.
£20m family centre to open in Derbyshire 4
A £20m new golf course aimed at families is set to open in Derbyshire in less than a year’s time.
Two more courses to sell land for housing 4
A mixture of the UK’s housing shortage and golf’s financial struggles has meant that two more golf clubs are trying to sell parts of their land for housing.
Chippenham’s course manager named new BIGGA chair 2
Chris Sealey, course manager at Chippenham Golf Club, has been officially named the new chairman of greenkeeping association BIGGA.
Two percent of England is golf courses 12
Approximately two percent of all the land in England is devoted to its nearly 2,000 golf courses, according to new research.
Chipping Norton GC to be transformed 3
Chipping Norton is the latest golf club to try to diversify – by becoming a venue for weddings and business conferences, as well as just for golfers.
Club to employ ‘live-in’ security guard 1
A Shropshire golf club is to employ someone who will live at the club in a bid to prevent possible break-ins.
Clubs still closing down despite recovery 9
A host of golf clubs have closed down, or entered administration, in recent weeks, or are in the process of closing down, despite the economic recovery.
Unique golf club partnership launched 3
Three south west golf clubs have created a unique golf club partnership in which members of one venue receive full membership of the other two for free.
More golf clubs for sale 2
Golf clubs continue to be placed up for sale as the market shows signs of recovery.
List of weirdest things found on a golf course compiled 4
From a suitcase full of lingerie to a live shark, a retailer of golf equipment has compiled the top 10 strangest things to be found on a golf course.
R&A launch rules of golf course 6
An online course to help golfers and golf clubs improve their knowledge of the rules of golf has been set up by The R&A.
Richmond Park opens eco clubhouse 3
Richmond Park Golf Club, in London’s largest royal park, has opened a new £2.5 million clubhouse.
Apps are ‘fastest trend in history’ 6
There has been a huge growth in the number of golf clubs that offer downloadable apps for smartphones in the last few months, according to new data.
Ryder Cup helps BTME attract 6,000 2
The annual exhibition for golf course management professionals attracted 6,000 visitors despite economic concerns in the industry and atrocious weather conditions during the event.
Archaeological concern over adventure golf 3
A golf club in Northampton has become the latest to attempt to build an adventure golf area to appeal to juniors.
Club members lost ‘due to handicap system’ 4
Approximately one in 10 golf club managers have said they have lost members solely as a result of the introduction of ‘inactive’ handicaps, according to a new survey.
Club back on market after housing failure 4
An urban golf course that a developer failed to convert into housing is to be sold as a golfing venue.
Senior discount legislation is shelved 4
Forthcoming legislation that would have prevented golf clubs providing discounts for senior members has been shelved.
Cancer charity targeting golf clubs 2
Marie Curie Cancer Care is targeting golf clubs in a bid to raise money.
St Andrews launches wind turbine objection 3
The hotel on the world’s most famous golf course has lodged a formal objection to a planning application by St Andrews University to build six wind turbines in the area.
‘Casual sex pictures’ storm for golf club 1
Lincoln Golf Centre is dealing with a media storm after The Sun newspaper reported that it has featured in several pictures on a casual sex website.
Biomass boilers and the RHI: Get paid to heat your clubhouse 2
Amid all the recent economic doom and gloom, you may have missed a government announcement that could have a significantly positive effect on your golf club’s coffers.
How can I make course machinery last longer? 0
How do you prolong the life of turf maintenance machinery?
