The BBC examines the state of the golf industry 5
BBC Radio 4 has devoted a 30-minute programme to analysing the state of the UK’s golf industry after nearly 20 years of significant change.
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South Essex Golf Centre is not closing down 1
The chief executive of the golf group that owns South Essex Golf Centre has said the club is not going to close down – contrary to rumours that it would.
This is why Cardiff is the best city in the UK to play golf 2
Cardiff has been named the best UK city to golf in, according to research that examined average cost per round, number of courses available, how easy it is to play them and even the weather.
Most golf clubs are not aware of new data protection rules 0
Most golf clubs are unaware of data protection laws that come into effect in 2018 – even though the maximum fine for breaching them could put them out of business.
Bolton Council receives planning application for £240m golf club 0
A Manchester development company has submitted a planning application to build a £240 million golf club which it hopes will host the Ryder Cup.
£1.25 million golf club saved at last minute 1
A £1.25 million Worcestershire golf club has been saved just days before it was due to close down.
Ramside GC installs grass covered buggy shelter 0
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa in Durham has installed an innovative grass covered shelter for its range of buggies.
Justin Rose is wary of shorter formats of golf 0
World number 13 golfer, and Olympic champion, Justin Rose, has surprised the golf world by warning against a move to shorter versions of golf than 18 holes.
Newey becomes first European golf manager to achieve ‘CCE’ status 0
The chief executive of Roehampton Club, Marc Newey, has become the first European to be awarded Certified Chief Executive (CCE) status – a global hallmark of professionalism.
London Golf Club markets itself in Canary Wharf mall 0
Kent-based European Tour Destination, London Golf Club, has been praised for innovative marketing by showcasing its services within London’s business district in Canary Wharf.
The Club Company buys third golf club in 18 months 0
A golf operator has bought its third golf club in 18 months as its chief executive states it is on an ‘acquisition strategy’.
Wentworth issues extraordinary rulebook to its members 0
Members of one of the world’s most famous golf clubs have been told they could be expelled from their club if they publicly criticise it or its owner.
Girl golf recruitment campaign is working 0
A campaign to get more girls in England playing golf appears to be working, according to England Golf.
Over 70% believe membership of their local golf club is not good value for money 0
A new survey of people’s attitudes towards their local golf club has found that the vast majority do not believe membership would be good value for money.
128-year-old golf club appoints 31-year-old as manager 1
The historic private members’ golf club, Blairgowrie in Scotland, has appointed a 31-year-old as its new managing secretary.
New tee time reminder service for golfers gets TaylorMade sponsorship 0
A new firm that offers tee time SMS reminders to golfers on the day before they are due to play golf has received backing from golf equipment giant TaylorMade.
More than 200 men diagnosed with cancer thanks to screening at club 1
A Shropshire club that began testing men for prostate cancer in 2009 has said more than 200 have been diagnosed in the last eight years.
Another golf club launches free membership for children policy 0
Oxford Golf Club has become the latest UK golf club to offer a free membership policy for children.
Michael Braidwood leaves CMAE for Qatar 0
The Club Managers Association of Europe (CMAE) has announced that Michael Braidwood CCM is to resume his career as a golf club manager after completing a three-year tenure as the association’s director of education.
Oxford University golf club may relocate 2
A golf club which has land owned by two Oxford University colleges as well as Oxford University Press could relocate to make way for more than 2,000 homes.
World number 17 golfer joins Bucks club 0
The current 17th best golfer in the world, Tyrrell Hatton, has joined his local golf club, Stoke Park Country Club, as a member.
Cancer charity says one round of golf is as healthy as exercising for a week 0
The UK’s leading source of cancer care, Macmillan Cancer Support, has called on everyone to take up golf.
Golf club issues health warning over blackfly 1
A Herefordshire golf club has issued a warning to golfers about one of the most common insects in the UK after a man lost his memory following a bite.
‘Inspirational’ champions of junior golf rewarded 0
The Golf Foundation has celebrated the ‘inspirational work’ of volunteers and professionals who have provided young people from all backgrounds and abilities with a start in the game.
Scottish golf clubs encouraged to shape their future 0
The organisation that runs amateur golf in Scotland is calling on every golf club to engage in a consultation exercise this June.
Hotel group launches ‘free golf for children’ initiative 0
The UK’s largest independent hotel group, Macdonald Hotel & Resorts, has launched a scheme that will provide free membership for children at five golf clubs.
95% of parents think golf is good for kids 1
A new survey has found that almost all parents believe that golf provides a safe environment for their children and that it can teach them valuable life skills.
