Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 20 January 2011
Following a year which saw a number of high profile events visit De Vere’s championship courses across the UK, greenkeeper Alan Glen from The Carrick on Loch Lomond has been recognised as the groups ‘Greenkeeper/Mechanic of the Year’. Competing against fellow greenstaff and mechanics from De Vere venues across the UK, including Slaley Hall, Wychwood Park and Heron’s Reach, Glen’s...
Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 20 January 2011
Golf Journeys & Culture is a collection of golf trips to some of the most beautiful and interesting golf courses in the world. During an 8-year period, Andrew and Paul Marshall travelled to 13 countries and played 65 golf courses – from the wild, sheep-tended links of the Outer Hebrides in Scotland, the tropical palm-fringed fairways of Jamaica to the...
Written by TG Courses editor on Wednesday 26 January 2011
Rockliffe Hall just outside Darlington in County Durham is one of the best new courses to open in England in recent years. And with over 12 miles of drainage and irrigation Rockliffe’s championship course is in a fantastic condition all year round. You won’t find any temporary tees or greens at this high class venue. However, you can enjoy a bacon roll...
Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 27 January 2011
The north of Scotland is eagerly anticipating the start of the golfing season after it was confirmed the Moray Firth will host two prominent golfing events during 2011. The European Tour’s decision to hold the Barclays Scottish Open at Castle Stuart Golf Links adds to an already exciting schedule which kicks off with the inaugural Nairn Golf Festival (www.nairngolffestival.co.uk) to...
Written by TG Courses editor on Friday 28 January 2011
Heythrop Park Resort in Oxfordshire has announced upcoming February dates for its Open Golf Course competition. From Saturday 5th to Sunday 6th February, golf pros and enthusiasts alike are able to enjoy a weekend of golfing fun on a stunning championship 18-hole course. There will be two separate competitions taking place over the weekend; Saturday will be the start of...
Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 31 January 2011
Looking for somewhere special to stay and play next month (February)? Then you might want to head for the luxury Four Seasons Resort Provence at Terre Blanche – its sheer five star class… on and off the course. The resort’s stunning facilities include a world-class spa and two outstanding Dave Thomas-designed 18 hole courses (Le Chateau and Le Riou) supported by...
Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 31 January 2011
The members of Loch Lomond Golf Club have announced they have completed the purchase of the world-famous West of Scotland Golf Club for an undisclosed sum. The transaction secures the future of the Golf Club and protects the jobs of around 100 full-time Club employees and over 200 people from within the local community who are employed on a seasonal basis.
Written by TG Instruction Editor on Wednesday 2 February 2011
Elea Golf Club, Sir Nick Faldo’s ‘Mediterranean Masterpiece’ situated near Paphos in Cyprus, has announced the appointment of Chris Campbell as its new Head Professional. In its mission to be regarded as one of the best new golf clubs in the world, Elea has secured the services of one of the industry’s best young professionals, who previously worked for the Carnegie...
Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 3 February 2011
UK golf course owner Leaderboard Golf is inviting aspiring junior golfers between the ages of 8 and 18 to enjoy complimentary membership and professional training at any of the Leaderboard courses (which are based across the South of England), starting from this month (Feb). The group hopes the initiative will encourage a greater number of British youngsters to take up the...
Written by TG Courses editor on Friday 4 February 2011
Book an Ireland golf break this month with leading UK golf travel operator Golfbreaks.com and you’ll receive a free TaylorMade Superfast fairway wood! The special Ireland promotion is for any group booking of a group of four (or more) people made before February 28th and for travel in 2011. This offer is exclusive to Golfbreaks.com and is combinable with the other group promotions.
Written by 2-FORE!-1 Golf on Tuesday 8 February 2011
Popular 2-FORE!-1 venue Galgorm Castle Golf Club – gateway to the Northern Ireland’s North Coast – and Resort and Spa is the perfect place to get away from it all. You can play at Galgorm situated within the grounds of one of Ireland’s most historic castles and stay at the 4 Star Deluxe Galgorm Resort & Spa where you can unwind in a...
Written by TG Courses editor on Tuesday 8 February 2011
The daily ballot for the world renowned Old Course is to change from January next year, moving to a 48 hour ahead system of entering for the first time in its history. For many years golfers have entered the ballot one day ahead of when they wish to play the famous Links but from Saturday, January 7, 2012 golfers will enter...
Written by TG Courses editor on Wednesday 9 February 2011
Thomson Perrett & Lobb – the golf course design practice founded by five-times Open Champion Peter Thomson – is to undertake bunker renovation work at Wimbledon Park Golf Club, south west London. Founded in 1898, Wimbledon Park Golf Club is a hidden jewel in the suburbs of London, nestling between the Lawn Tennis Club and Wimbledon Park, and easily accessible from...
Written by 2-FORE!-1 Golf on Tuesday 15 February 2011
If so there’s every chance that you could appear in issue 281 of Today’s Golfer…and win a snazzy new Cobra cart golf bag at the same time! We’re on the lookout for serious 2-FORE!-1 players, serial 2-FORE!-1 voucher holders and users. So if you’re a massive 2-FORE!-1 fan you could well be part of our forthcoming 84-page 2-FORE!-1 supplement…. and bag...
Written by TG Staff Writer on Wednesday 16 February 2011
A leading South Yorkshire golf operator is continuing its investment in the sport across the region after plans to improve facilities at one of the top courses were given the go ahead. Sheffield International Venues (SIV), which runs Birley Wood Golf Course, applied for permission to create a new parking area in the grounds of the course with spaces for up...
Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 17 February 2011
Multi award-winning hotel Ballathie House near Perth has teed up golf packages with one of Scotland’s top inland courses for as little as £77 per day. The package at the 41 bedroom hotel on the banks of the River Tay at Kinclaven includes bed, breakfast and a round of golf on the renowned Rosemount or Landsdowne championship courses at Blairgowrie, a...
Written by 2-FORE!-1 Golf on Thursday 17 February 2011
After serving a 19 year apprenticeship Stuart Robertson has become the Director of Golf at popular Suffolk venue Best Western Ufford Park Hotel, Golf & Spa. Stuart, previously Head PGA Professional at Ufford Park and Director of the Doctorgolf Academ, has been involved with the golf club since the hotel opened in 1992. ‘’Initially my role was to give guidance to...
Written by TG Courses editor on Friday 18 February 2011
A year after celebrating its centenary, one of the most traditional golf clubs in North Wales has had a facelift thanks to a £40,000 Legacy Fund grant from Ryder Cup Wales. The new-look facilities, opened by Minister for Heritage, Alun Ffred Jones, includes an upgrade to the practice facilities and a covered driving range that has been appreciated by members and...
Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 24 February 2011
A revolutionary new service for travelling golfers is coming to Malaga in March. ClubstoHire.com is a unique concept which offers travelling golfers a massive saving on airline golf bag charges – and complete peace of mind. More than 5,000 golfers have already taken advantage of the first ClubstoHire.com store at Faro airport, saving them an estimated £125,000 into the bargain. Now, the service...
Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 24 February 2011
Bramshaw Golf Club has been awarded the prestigious GolfMark Club of the Year Award, which is supported this year by COBRA-PUMA GOLF. The English Golf Union (EGU) and English Women’s Golf Association (EWGA) introduced this award to recognise those facilities that have shown an outstanding and innovative contribution to junior and beginner golf. The Hampshire club impressed judges with strong evidence of...