A traditional club with a very modern approach 0
Ben Machin, the general manager of Peterborough Milton Golf Club and Adam Chamberlain, the club’s head pro, discuss the new governance of the club and how they’ve maintained membership levels.
A history of the British-India golf links 2
The history of golf courses in India is probably longer and more interesting than you might think, writes Kiran Kanwar PhD, resulting in some of the most stunning and fascinating courses in Asia.
Pitch perfect 0
After struggling to keep coverage on the shaded area of the pitch, Morecambe Football Club embarked on the ‘Grow-In Renovation Programme’ from Origin Amenity Solutions and hasn’t looked back since.
“This machine is the course stalwart” 0
Ian Brawn, course manager at Worsley Park G&CC, part of Delta Hotels by Marriott, has been with Marriott for 18 years – but the club’s trusty Toro Groundsmaster 3500-D has been there even longer.
West Lancashire Council uses OAS to brighten up area 0
West Lancashire Council wanted to provide pollinators with natural habitat. It decided to trial Euroflor flower seed from Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS) on one of the major routes into the town of Skelmersdale.
World record for fastest 9 hole round is broken 0
A man known as ‘The Iron Golfer’, because he has carried out several extraordinary golfing feats, has broken the word record for the fastest nine-hole round of golf in history.
Golf participation is still soaring – and even equalling records set in 2020 1
New golf participation data for the third quarter of 2023 in Great Britain has found more rounds were played for most of July to September than in any previous year bar 2020.
BigShots set to open third and fourth venues in the UK 1
Having opened its second UK facility just a few weeks ago, the growing driving range entertainment centre BigShots Golf is now planning to open its third and fourth venues in the UK.
Golf tournaments this summer saw strong increase in ticket sales 0
New data has shown that the biggest golf tournaments in Great Britain and Ireland experienced a strong surge in popularity in 2023 compared to pre-Covid-19 pandemic levels.
The women inspiring other women to play golf 5
As women’s participation in golf has soared in the last few years, here we look at five women with very different roles who are using their love of golf and what leverage they have to promote the game.
Yamaha reveals its 2024 line-up of golf cars 0
Yamaha has revealed its 2024 line-up of lightweight vehicles, which includes golf cars, light utility vehicles and personal transport vehicles, for the UK, and it is dominated by Lithium-Ion battery power.
Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club blend ancient and modern 0
Scottish venue Fortrose & Rosemarkie is the 15th oldest recorded golf club in the world – but it is taking a very modern approach to its clubhouse, and particularly its locker rooms.
Greensmaster eFlex 1021 is in stock 0
Toro’s popular all-electric Greensmaster eFlex 1021, seen in action at The Open 2023, is back in stock and available for immediate delivery.
Plan for £20m ‘Total Golf’ venue in Merseyside unveiled 0
A £20 million proposal for major improvements to Kirkby Valley Golf Course in Merseyside, in order to make it a ‘Total Golf’ destination, has been revealed.
Kent golf club could be converted into chalets 2
A links golf club in Kent could be closed down and converted into a lakeside holiday destination to help an adjacent hotel meet more demand for rooms.
Golf club plans to build a solar farm 0
A golf club in the West Midlands plans to apply for planning permission to build a solar farm which should help it achieve ‘Net Zero’ by 2030.
Topgolf acquires BigShots for £24 million 0
In one of the biggest golfing acquisitions in recent years, Topgolf has acquired BigShots Golf for nearly £24 million.
UGolf and Nexxchange form major European partnership 0
The largest golf course operator in Europe has partnered with leading software provider Nexxchange.
The golf courses receiving environmental recognition 2
A number of golf courses around the world have achieved environmental accreditation in recent weeks. Here, we look at some of those clubs and the sustainability measures they have brought in.
Club profile: Abbey Hill Golf Centre 0
Abbey Hill has spent £350,000 on significant interior improvements to its clubhouse – and this is only part of an investment project that has seen £1 million spent on the venue in the last 12 months.
Orsett Golf Club opts for Reesink’s lease hire model 0
A near 125-year history isn’t stopping Orsett Golf Club from eagerly looking towards the future.
Get Golfing acquires its 12th golf club 2
A charity that runs golf clubs has taken over its 12th venue in five years.
Golf course proposed for former mine in Fife 0
A former colliery in Fife could be turned into a golf resort featuring a hotel, holiday park and housing.
Here’s three developments from the last month that reveal a lot about the state of the golf industry 0
From mixed financial performances in the golf club industry to the unwelcome return of trophy thefts, here’s a look at some key trends from the last few weeks.
Meet the head of agronomy in Europe at The R&A: Paul Woodham 0
The new head of agronomy in Europe at The R&A talks to George Stead about the importance of sustainability in golf course maintenance and how it’s possible to achieve this.
“Golf is what keeps us going!” 8
Twice a week this summer a fourball met to play at their local club in Cumbria. And, given that the youngest of the quartet was 86, and two are in their 90s, they are evidence that the sport can help people live longer lives.
Why contracts are most likely to land you in hot water (and a tribunal) 0
From a failure to issue a contract to not knowing legal changes that they must stipulate, there are many mistakes golf clubs can and do make in this area. Golf HR’s Carolyne Wahlen details key measures to follow.
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