June

  • 2-FORE!-1 Best of Britain: Lincolnshire

    Written by 2-FORE!-1 Golf on Wednesday 29 June 2011

    The county of Lincolnshire is a great place to head for quality 2-FORE!-1 golf – half-price green fees for 2-FORE!-1 voucher holders. Altogether Lincs is the home of over 20 2-FORE!-1 venues and there’s barely a weak one among them, the top track being the fabulous 27-hole Forest Pines resort just outside Brigg. Other leading Lincs 2-FORE!-1 stay and venues include De...

  • Alan is new boss at Kingsbarns

    Written by TG Courses editor on Tuesday 28 June 2011

    Kingsbarns Golf Links has announced the appointment of Alan Hogg as its new Chief Executive. Alan moves to Kingsbarns from the upscale golf resort Golf & Vital Park in Bad Waldsee in southern Germany. He has led the resort for seven years while deepening his experience in high end golf and hospitality management. Having spent most of his professional career in Germany,...

  • Get ready for bumper Midlands Golf Week

    Written by TG Courses editor on Friday 24 June 2011

    THE new Midlands Golf Week has received top level support from two of the region’s best women professionals. Felicity Johnson, winner of the 2009 Tenerife Ladies Open, and Rachel Jennings, making her mark in her first year on the Ladies European Tour, are urging people to take the chance to get involved in golf. More than 50 clubs across the region are...

  • Carnoustie in top shape for women’s open

    Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 23 June 2011

    Yani Tseng, the defending champion and current World No.1, heads an outstanding field at the Ricoh Women’s British Open, to be staged for the first time over the formidable Championship course at Carnoustie on July 28th – 31st, 2011. Tseng, who claimed last year’s title at Royal Birkdale, and this year has won twice on the LPGA Tour and twice on...

  • Troon Golf at helm at new Morocco resort

    Written by TG Courses editor on Wednesday 22 June 2011

    The all new residential and leisure development Oued Fes resort in Morocco has chosen Troon Golf to bring its industry expertise to bear on a golf project that will enhance not only the region’s leisure attractions, but assist in the progression of Morocco as a serious golf tourism destination. Created by MEDZ, a subsidiary of the holding company CDG Development...

  • Youngsters enjoy First Tee fun day

    Written by TG Courses editor on Wednesday 22 June 2011

    Over 70 children with disabilities and special needs from Greater Manchester took part in The First Tee’s Inclusion Fun Day at Heaton Park GC, Manchester, this week.  The festival brought children with disabilities together to have fun, and for some, experience golf for the first time. The teams of 10 made their way around nine activities which were all designed...

  • 2-FORE!-1 Best of Britain: West Midlands

    Written by 2-FORE!-1 Golf on Wednesday 22 June 2011

    If you’re looking for a great round at a great price then head for the West Midlands, home of some superb 2-FORE!-1 venues. 2-FORE!-1 of course means half-price green fees (with a 2-FORE!-1 voucher) which means you can enjoy the challenging delights of the Arden course at the Forest of Arden and the PGA National (The Belfry) for seriously discounted rates. Other...

  • Alan becomes De Vere Club champion

    Written by TG Courses editor on Wednesday 22 June 2011

    It wasn’t just Ryder Cup stars and major champions who were competing for coveted silverware at the stunning Slaley Hall resort last week. De Vere Club champions from its 11 venues around the UK, came together in order to crown the inaugural De Vere Club (handicap) champion. The eventual winner was Alan Gunnigle from Herons Reach, Blackpool, who scored an...

  • Chance to become Woodhall Spa country member

    Written by TG Courses editor on Tuesday 21 June 2011

    Woodhall Spa Golf Club, located on the outskirts of the leafy Edwardian spa town, 20 miles from historic Lincoln, is releasing a limited number of Country Memberships. The memberships will give golfers the same playing privileges as full members, including weekend golf and access to club events, not to mention play on the acclaimed Hotchkin and Bracken courses, and use of...

  • Five nights for the price of four

    Written by TG Courses editor on Tuesday 21 June 2011

    With summer now in full swing, there’s a great ‘five nights for the price of four’ deal going down at the classy Chateau des Vigiers, France.  So if you’re thinking of taking a break in the Dordogne, remember that you’ll only pay for 4 nights for every five nights you stay. However, to take advantage of this offer, you need to book...

  • Branston G&CC hosts British Junior Tour

    Written by TG Courses editor on Tuesday 21 June 2011

    Branston Golf & Country Club has been selected to host the British Junior Golf Tour this Summer. Branston Golf & Country Club, located on the south side of Burton upon Trent, boasts a fantastic 18- hole championship, parkland course, which runs alongside the picturesque River Trent. Branston welcomes the youngsters of the British Junior Golf Tour (BJGT) on the 22nd...

  • Membership packages available at Heythrop Park

    Written by TG Courses editor on Tuesday 21 June 2011

    Heythrop Park Resort, Oxfordshire, has launched a range of fantastic new  membership packages just in time for the summer season. Offering superb value, the latest bundles are the perfect way to get outdoors and make the most of summer while enjoying one of the country’s most exciting golf courses. What’s more, Heythrop are offering a free round of golf to...

  • Top golf breaks on the Wirral

    Written by TG Courses editor on Tuesday 21 June 2011

    Situated on the beautiful Wirral Peninsula, the Grove House Hotel – recommended by Michelin and described by the AA as one of Britain’s best 3 star hotels – is a perfect base for a relaxing golf break. The Grove House Hotel offers various golf holiday packages all year round, allowing guests to take advantage of its close proximity to the...

  • Chance to play in big charity event

    Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 20 June 2011

    Fancy competing in a celebrity golf event at a top course and helping boost the coffers of a worthy charity at the same time? An invitation has gone out to golfers interested in taking part in ex-Crystal Palace FC star John Salako’s Croydon Masters Golf Day, sponsored by United Business Machines, at Farleigh GC, Surrey on Thursday October 13th in aid of...

  • Trilby Tour spot up for grabs at Foxhills

    Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 20 June 2011

    Limited places are available for the Trilby Tour pre-qualifying event at Foxhills GC in Surrey on 4th July. Interested into tucking into smoked salmon and scrambled eggs, 18 holes of champion ship golf and a BBQ for £75 per person and stand a chance of winning a place in the Surrey Regional Final on 5th July plus £450 worth of William Hunt...

  • Crail take on rest of the world

    Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 20 June 2011

    A unique, world wide golf tournament is to be held this Saturday which pits the members of Crail Golfing Society against golfers all over the world.   Conceived as one of the major events being held this year to celebrate the Society’s 225th anniversary, the match also emphasises the global reach of the Society’s membership. “In the match, each member plays against...

  • De Vere opt for Club Car buggies fleet

    Written by TG Courses editor on Friday 17 June 2011

    Leading golf buggy manufacturer Club Car has completed a major European deal by supplying 227 new electric vehicles to De Vere, the UK-based hotel and resorts group. The order is Club Car’s largest to date this year and consists of 203 Precedent i2 golf cars plus a range of Turf utility vehicles and Café Express mobile refreshment centres. It is indicative of...

  • New 5 star hotel at London Club

    Written by TG Courses editor on Friday 17 June 2011

    London Golf Club, a European Tour Destination and host venue of the 2008 and 2009 European Open, has unveiled plans for a new 5-star hotel and spa. The proposed 130-bedroom luxury hotel and leisure development in Ash, Kent, will complement the venue’s two existing Jack Nicklaus-designed signature golf courses, established in 1993, and brings to fruition the vision for a world-class...

  • 2-FORE!-1 Best of Britain: East Midlands

    Written by 2-FORE!-1 Golf on Thursday 16 June 2011

    2-FORE!-1 Golf remains the biggest and best discounted green fee scheme in the land – you can play around 1,000 courses dotted all over Britain for half-price so long as you’re in possession of a 2-FORE!-1 voucher. And one of the best 2-FORE!-1 areas is the East Midlands where you’ll find a whole host of clubs and courses offering half-price golf...

  • Great deals at top Surrey course

    Written by TG Courses editor on Wednesday 15 June 2011

    Some great deals are going down at newlook Farleigh GC near Croydon, Surrey. One offer to look out for every Thursday is the ‘Nine & Dine’ special which costs just £12.99 per person and includes unlimited golf from 5pm plus a FREE meal and drink in the 19th! Not surprisingly Nine & Dine is proving a big hit with golfers from...

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