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  • Stay and play in style in terrific thailand

    Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 12 November 2012

    Thailand is a magical, fast-emerging golfing destination. It also provides great value-for-money and guarantees the golfing holiday of a lifetime… And the good news is that UK-based Coco Golf can provide a top quality organised golfing holiday to any of Thailand’s golf destinations (for individuals or groups), and can suggest a personalised itinerary to suit your requirements. Next year’s Festival of Golf...

  • Clans to do on course battle in Scotland

    Written by TG staff writer on Monday 12 November 2012

    The inaugural Scottish Clans Golf World Championships will take place in July and August 2013 and is expected to attract visitors from around the world to the Home of Golf. The tournament will be played over some of Scotland’s finest courses including the Open Championship venue at Carnoustie and host of the 2014 Ryder Cup the Centenary Course at Gleneagles. More...

  • Filey become 600th club to reach Golfmark milestone

    Written by TG Courses editor on Tuesday 13 November 2012

    Filey Golf Club in north Yorkshire has just become the 600th club to achieve the GolfMark, England Golf’s award for junior and beginner-friendly facilities. The GolfMark scheme, which incorporates Sport England’s Clubmark award, was launched in 2006. “We are very, very pleased to have GolfMark,” said John Spaven, who shares junior organiser duties with fellow member Trish Nicholson. “It’s extra special...

  • Great winter breaks at Old course hotel

    Written by TG Courses editor on Tuesday 13 November 2012

    It’s every golfer’s dream to stay and play at the Home of Golf and your dreams could soon be about to be realised. The Old Course Hotel, Golf resort & Spa at St Andrews is offering special golf packages this winter which guarantee golfers a round on the historic Old Course and a choice of two rounds over the New, Jubilee,...

  • Hero robin bows out on a high note

    Written by TG Courses editor on Wednesday 14 November 2012

    Robin Brooks, Barnham Broom Golf Club’s recently retired secretary, has won the BBC Unsung Hero Award at the Norfolk Sports Awards. The awards, which are organised by Active Norfolk, celebrate sporting excellence in the county. The Unsung Hero Award recognizes an individual who has dedicated their lives to the promotion and welfare of sport both professionally and voluntarily. Robin will...

  • Burhill team up with leading London rugby club

    Written by TG Courses editor on Wednesday 14 November 2012

    Surrey’s Burhill Golf Club and Aviva Premiership Rugby side London Irish have teamed up to offer members the best in elite golf and rugby. As London Irish’s preferred golf club, Burhill – part of BGL Golf, one of the UK’s leading course owners and operators – will be able to offer its members a wide range of benefits, including behind the...

  • Brilliant belfry winter deals start from £79

    Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 19 November 2012

    Set amongst 550 acres of beautiful English countryside, iconic four-time Ryder Cup host venue The Belfry has unveiled an array of special golf breaks exclusively available throughout winter. Deals start from £79 per person and run from now until the end of February 2013 including one night’s bed & breakfast, plus two rounds of golf. With two championship golf courses,...

  • Ryder Cup hero Jacko wins IAGTO award

    Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 19 November 2012

    Tony Jacklin, the most successful Ryder Cup Captain in history, was honoured at the 12th annual IAGTO awards ceremony, marking the conclusion of the International Golf Travel Market (IGTM) 2012, held in the Algarve, Portugal. Jacklin was guest of honour at the gala dinner, staged at the Tivoli Marina Hotel, Vilamoura, which brought the curtain down on the most successful IGTM to date – almost 13,000...

  • Old Course to undergo changes for 2015 Open

    Written by TG Courses editor on Sunday 25 November 2012

    A number of improvements are being planned to the Old Course to help maintain its challenge for the world’s top golfers ahead of the return of The Open Championship to St Andrews in 2015. Renowned golf course architect Martin Hawtree was commissioned by St Andrews Links Trust, which manages the Old Course and the other six courses at the Home of...

  • Buy one dartmouth membership and get one free

    Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 22 November 2012

    Devon’s Dartmouth Golf & Country Club has launched an exciting, innovative new scheme offering people the unique opportunity to become a member of Devon’s premier golf resort   – and get another membership absolutely free. The club’s ground-breaking GolfSHARE initiative allows prospective new players to sign up at the 27-hole complex and then invite a friend or family member to join...

  • Dubai delighted with coveted IAGTO award

    Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 3 December 2012

    Emirates Golf Club, featuring Dubai’s only World Top 100 golf course, has welcomed the news that the region has been voted Golf Destination Of The Year – Africa, Indian Ocean & Gulf States, at the 2012 IAGTO (International Association of Golf Tour Operators) Awards. Dubai’s rise on the global golf stage began in 1988 when Emirates Golf Club’s Majlis Course, currently...

  • The Carrick Halves Green Fees For Charity Golf Days

    Written by Jake O'Reilly on Wednesday 5 December 2012

    The stunning Carrick on Loch Lomond has found the Christmas spirit early this year after announcing that it will slash the cost of its corporate golf days for any charity by 50% in 2013. The award-winning venue, which has hosted the Ladies European Tour and the PGA Cup matches since opening in 2007, has become renowned for offering some of the best...

  • A taste of Murcia, Spain, from just £88pp

    Written by TG Courses editor on Wednesday 5 December 2012

    Looking for a bargain short break in sunny Spain in December and January? Then Driveline Golf’s special offer for groups of four should duly oblige. Based at the Mar Menor Residences (self-catering), near Murcia, sharing a two-bed apartment for three nights with three rounds of golf costs from just £88 per person. The golfing action will take place at any of the following...

  • New West London Golf Centre is “next piece of the jigsaw”

    Written by Jake O'Reilly on Monday 10 December 2012

    London golfers received an early Christmas present last week, as former England footballer Les Ferdinand formally declared the new West London Golf Centre open. The new driving range is set to be the next piece of a golfing jigsaw, which will see three brand new golf courses open nearby before the end of the decade. Ferdinand cut the tape, and promptly boomed a 260-yard drive straight...

  • Abu Dhabi Golf Club Claims Best Course In The Middle East Award

    Written by Jake O'Reilly on Friday 14 December 2012

    Host venue to the European Tour’s Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship, Abu Dhabi Golf Club, has been awarded Best Course in the Middle East at the coveted Asia Pacific Golf Summit.  The club also finished 2nd runner-up for Best Championship Course in Asia Pacific.  Meanwhile Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, another was named 1st runner-up for Best Pro Shop in Asia Pacific,...

  • It’s plain sailing in the western algarve

    Written by TG Courses editor on Wednesday 19 December 2012

    Seeking a golfing holiday with a difference? Then the Golf & Sailing packages being offered by the Marina Club Lagos Resort in Portugal’s western Algarve could suit you to a tee. The Golf & Sailing packages are available until the end of March, 2013, and basically comprise a half day’s sailing tour as well as a load of golf on the...

  • Essex dates released for 2013 race to celtic manor

    Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 20 December 2012

    Here’s your big chance to win a memorable break at the stunning South Wales resort which of course hosted the 2010 Ryder Cup. And you can secure the dream trip, including playing the mighty Twenty Ten Ryder Cup course itself, by taking part in Golf Days UK’s Essex Tour 2013 (venues and dates below). The events are open to any adult golfer,...

  • stay and play in style at Portugal’s pine cliffs

    Written by TG Courses editor on Saturday 29 December 2012

    The classy Pine Cliffs Sheraton Algarve Hotel is offering a memorable golfing escape, including rounds on the superb on-site nine-hole layout plus on the most renowned courses in nearby Vilamoura. Pine Cliffs G&CC is one of the Algarve’s leading resorts and you can experience a five or seven nights ‘a la carte’ golfing encounter which includes: Accommodation in a Twin Room; daily...

  • Practice in style at classy Italian resort

    Written by TG Courses editor on Tuesday 8 January 2013

    Winter is a good time for golfers to practice and there has never been a better opportunity to learn the game than through a new intensive coaching programme developed by Grado Golf Club in north-east Italy. Beginners can visit the stunning resort, in the region of Venice, to take part in a specialist programme delivered by Grado’s team of leading teaching...

  • Great costa del sol break for £99

    Written by TG Courses editor on Tuesday 8 January 2013

    UK-based golf specialist Glencor Golf are offering a super Spanish break for groups of four during January and February – a four nighter for just £99 per person! What’s included: 4 nights’ self-catering at the Grangefield Oasis, two rounds of golf (at Estepona and Los Arqueros with free buggies), plus car hire. Cost is £99 per person. To book call Glencor...

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