The UK’s newest golf course opens in Hampshire 1
The UK’s newest golf course, set against the background of Hampshire Cricket’s home, is opening – and it already has a full membership.
European Tour CEO issues a challenge to UK’s golf clubs 9
The chief executive of the European Tour, Keith Pelley, has issued a challenge to golf clubs to modernise in a bid to grow the game over the next few years.
Sponsored feature: The revenue benefits of alfresco dining 0
Alfresco dining is not just a revenue generator – it’s also a good way of marketing the golf club. We look at one company that provides everything a club needs to allow its customers to eat outside
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.
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.
Meet the course manager: Derek Mason, Highgate Golf Club 0
Derek talks about the benefits of this longevity and the work put in to its 54 bunkers to ensure they have uniformity in sand depth.
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.
Here’s the top 3 things I learnt while editing The Golf Business in June 0
From the lowering age of golf club managers to the new trend of holiday park operators buying golf clubs, The Golf Business editor, Alistair Dunsmuir, reviews the big changes in June.
Meet the pro: Matthew Paget from Royal Mid-Surrey Golf Club 0
The club’s head professional tells us how his team have helped the club recruit new members – and retain existing ones.
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.
Industry leader: Jim Croxton 0
The chief executive of the British and International Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) talks exclusively to The Golf Business about the growth of his organisation.
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.
Sponsored feature: Insurance Premium Tax rises to 12% – time to shop around! 0
Is it time your golf club shopped around for a better insurance coverage deal?
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.
Club profile: Knighton Heath Golf Club 0
The Dorset club has a fascinating history and, now with a strategic plan to upgrade the clubhouse and course, its future could be just as interesting.
Legal matters: Cyber security in golf clubs 0
This guidance from the National Golf Clubs’ Advisory Association highlights some of the key business issues concerning cyber security.
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.
Sponsored feature: A brilliant way to market your golf club 0
People don’t just want to read about something any more, they want to see and experience it for themselves, even while sat on their sofa at home.
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.
Meet the manager: Ladybank GC’s Gordon Simpson 1
Gordon talks to The Golf Business about reducing the age profile of the membership, increasing food and beverage revenue despite being in a remote location, outsourcing marketing and how the club works with local tour operators
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.
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