Written by TG Courses editor on Wednesday 1 April 2009
Golfing enthusiasts and companies looking to entertain clients need look no further than the PGA Europro Tour’s 2009 Virgin Atlantic 25th Anniversary Classic – places for several Pro-Am teams have been made available. The tournament will be staged at the Marriott Tudor Park Hotel & Country Club in Maidstone, Kent from the 2nd August – 6th August and will feature some...
Written by TG Courses editor on Friday 3 April 2009
The five star Fairmont St Andrews resort at the Home of Golf are offering two new golf packages to mark and celebrate the yeasr of ‘Homecoming Scotland.’ So you might just want to check these out – if not you can always sample the Fairmont t Andrews Kittock’s course which belongs to 2-FORE!-1 and is available for half-price golf after 1pm. *Stay...
Written by TG Courses editor on Friday 3 April 2009
There are some great four-ball deals on offer at leading De Vere venues Slaley Hall, The Carrick and Carden Park. Until the end of May you and three mates can tee it up at The Carrick on the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond, Scotland, and Cheshire’s splendid Carden Park for just £80. Meanwhile, a four-ball can also tackle Northumberland’s Slaley Hall, home...
Written by TG Courses editor on Friday 3 April 2009
Here’s your chance to line up in a golf event with a difference… UK-based Thailand golf holiday specialists Coco Golf are running a two day golf event at Millbrook GC, near Bedford on June 24 & 25. Besides each day’s the competitive golfing action, the event will involve an exhibition on golf in Thailand, cabaret plus a charity auction (auctioneer Ed “Stewpot” Stewart)...
Written by TG Courses Editor on Tuesday 7 April 2009
The Marriott Hollins Hall Hotel & Country Club, Yorkshire, has launched a special “Golf Break Offer” for just £99 per person. You’ll be treated to two rounds of golf on The Manor Championship Course, one nights accommodation and dinner in the award winning Heathcliffs restaurant, a full English breakfast and complimentary use of the leisure and fitness facilities. The 6,671 yard course was opened in...
Written by TG Courses editor on Wednesday 8 April 2009
With Easter on the horizon, Polaris World and InterContinental hotels are offering a fabulous offer for golfers seeking near-guaranteed sunshine. For only €299 a group of four can stay for three nights in a full furnished apartment at La Torre Golf Resort, Polaris World, Murcia. With a wealth of facilities on hand such as the 5* InterContinental Golf Resort La Torre and...
Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 9 April 2009
Golf legend Neil Coles MBE and Mayor of Elmbridge, Cllr Nigel Cooper, were guests of honour at the official opening of Burhill Golf Club’s new Short Game Academy. Coles, winner of 25 European Tour titles and an eight-time Ryder Cup player, hit the first shot on the £250,000 facility, which features expansive grass tees, three target greens, a chipping...
Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 9 April 2009
Let’s face it, most golfers relish the prospect of playing courses in breathtaking surroundings and offering stunning panoramic vistas – whether coastal or inland. Such a scenario is virtually guaranteed to ensure the lengthy walk is even more enjoyable, helping to make it a golfing occasion to cherish – whether you’ve played well or not. Anyway here’s 10 fantastic tracks –...
Written by TG Courses editor on Tuesday 14 April 2009
John Morphet, Pure Leisure Group Chairman and one of the leading figures in the UK Leisure Industry, has designed and built the next generation of holiday home… and is investing £5m in a Cambridgeshire Golf Resort on which to build them. As the credit crunch bites and recession takes hold, John is bucking the trend and investing in major leisure schemes...
Written by TG Courses editor on Tuesday 14 April 2009
Set among 270 acres of beautiful rolling Derbyshire countryside Morley Hayes Golf Hotel is the perfect destination for a 4 star UK golf and leisure break. With golf break packages starting from as little as £99 per person based on two people sharing, Morley Hayes offers the ultimate in value with the ability to tailor packages to suit the needs...
Written by TG Courses editor on Tuesday 26 May 2009
Can you play golf all day? Well, here’s your big chance to prove it… The toughest challenge in golf is back and the $64m question is: Have you got what it takes to play 72 holes, hit 300-odd shots and walk 20 miles – all within 24 hours? If you think you have then sign up today for Macmillan Cancer Support’s...
Written by TG Courses editor on Friday 17 April 2009
Fancy some top class accommodation and golf? Check out these superb Great Hotels of the World offers and you won’t be disappointed… The exclusive special offers below are only available when booked through Great Hotels of the World at www.ghotw.com *Moevenpick Resort Bodrum, Bodrum, Turkey This impressive resort combines traditional Mediterranean style with fresh and modern design and provides 91 luxuriously appointed rooms...
Written by TG Features Writer on Friday 24 April 2009
The Emirates Golf Club, UAE, has scooped up a double-header of awards already in this year. In the May 2009 issue of Golf Digest US, Emirates Golf Club’s Majlis Course was ranked as one of the top 100 best golf courses outside the United States and was the only course from the Gulf region to be recognized in this roll of honour. Off the course,...
Written by TG Courses Editor on Tuesday 28 April 2009
The Vigia Group, the award-winning luxury resort developer, has released some unbeatable half term holiday offers for both May and October. Valid from 23 May to 31 May and 17 October to 1 November 2009 the superb family packages include accommodation at either the golf village (Quinta da Encosta Velha) at the multi award-winning Parque da Floresta Golf and Leisure Resort...
Written by TG Staff Writer on Thursday 30 April 2009
Former La Manga Club touring pro Seve Ballesteros won five majors to earn the right to free golf at the resort, in 2009 all golfers have to do is book a hotel room. As if being able to play golf on La Manga Club’s three fantastic courses wasn’t enough to tempt people to the five-star resort, now they can play them...
Written by TG Features Writer on Thursday 30 April 2009
Chateau des Vigiers in south west France is offering some great holiday offers this summer. You can stay and play for four nights for the price of three (€ 495) or combine a week of golf and wine for the ultimate Chateau experience. The Wine and Golf Festival runs throughout July and August and you can enjoy an eight night stay from € 997.50. To book...
Written by TG Courses editor on Tuesday 5 May 2009
Spring leading into summer is a wonderful time of the year to take a well-deserved break at the world-famous Gleneagles Hotel in Perthshire. To celebrate the end of winter blues, Gleneagles has put together great deals to help guests get the most out of their summer break. Set in 850 acres of stunning countryside in the heart of Scotland, Gleneagles is only an...
Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 7 May 2009
Golfers can save almost £1,000 on green fees and lessons if they take out a membership at Heythrop Park before the acclaimed new course near Oxford opens in September. This spectacular offer was announced at the club’s successful inaugural Open Weekend during which over 300 perspective members viewed the Club’s new 7,156-yard golf course and its state-of-the art Health and Fitness...
Written by TG Features Writer on Friday 8 May 2009
If you’re planning a golfing getaway, then look no further than these great golf offers from www.morocco4golf.com. If you book seven nights at the four-star El Andalous Hotel in Marrakech for £599 per person, you’ll get three FREE rounds of golf at the Royal Golf Club, Palmeraie GC and Amelkis GC. A 3 night/4 day stay at the five-star Palmeraie Golf Palace will...
Written by TG Courses editor on Tuesday 12 May 2009
Several changes have been made to the Course Manager positions at St Andrews Links following the retirement of Roddy Barron from the Strathtyrum Course. Graeme Taylor will take over as Course Manager for the New and Jubilee Courses and David Wilson becomes Course Manager for the Strathtyrum, replacing Roddy, who retired recently after 35 years with the Trust. David will also...