Written by Kevin Brown on Wednesday 23 April 2014
Few golfing venues can boast the history and heritage of The Belfry Resort and as part of the £26 million refurb that has been completed at the legendary Ryder Cup venue, few places can match the retail experience that the fully re-fitted golf shop now offers. The Golf Shop has been transformed with a stunning new entrance and re-styled interior through...
Written by Kevin Brown on Wednesday 23 April 2014
We want to know what you think about golf courses and, as a result, you could be staying and playing in style at the stunning Kent links venue (pictured). Simply leave a course review at www.todays-golfer.com/your-reviews before July 9 and you’ll be automatically entered into a draw to win a stay for four, worth around £2,000, at Prince’s! The prize includes a...
Written by Kevin Brown on Wednesday 23 April 2014
France is a great place to take a short golf break with great food, wine, olde world French charm – and quality golf – up for grabs. Being just across the Channel, it’s easy to get to too and if all that isn’t enough, the price is almost certainly going to be right: it’s reasonably priced as the following three Golf...
Written by Kevin Brown on Tuesday 22 April 2014
This week’s special 2-FORE!-1 Golf collection includes a historic Scottish links, one of the oldest courses in Wales and a quirky James Braid coastal layout in Cornwall. *Heythrop Park (pictured), Oxfordshire – A 2-FORE!-1 newcomer, this refreshing modern Tom Mackenzie parkland layout plotted within an historic estate. There’s a fine mix of holes though you need to avoid the Jesuits graveyard skirting...
Written by Kevin Brown on Tuesday 22 April 2014
The 17th playing of Crail Golfing Society’s Battle Trophy tournament witnessed a shattering of the long standing Craighead Links course record by 21 year old Jack McDonald (pictured) of Kilmarnock Barassie GC. The previous record of 68 for the par 72 course was first broken by Jamie Savage of Cawdor GC with a third round 65, but with an outstanding nine...
Written by Kevin Brown on Tuesday 22 April 2014
De Vere Hotels & Resorts have announced that Keith Pickard (pictured) has been promoted to the role of Group Director of Golf following eight and a half years of service for the leading UK golf resort and hotel brand. Pickard brings a wealth of experience to the role after working his way through the ranks at De Vere, and will now...
Written by Kevin Brown on Thursday 10 April 2014
You can battle it out in your own US Masters at these leading UK courses which, like Augusta National, are in tip-top playing condition at this time of the year. They’re also in 2-FORE!-1 Golf which means you can experience them for half-the-price! *Edzell, Angus, Scotland – A lovely heathland/parkland combo plotted amidst 128 acres in the foothills of the Angus...
Written by Kevin Brown on Thursday 10 April 2014
There are some cracking deals up for grabs at splendid all round golf and leisure complex Greetham Valley (pictured), the pride of Rutland – England’s smallest county. These include a three nights’ dinner, B&B stay and three rounds of golf for £240 per person – available on selected dates throughout Spring and Summer and based on two people sharing a room. You can also...
Written by Kevin Brown on Thursday 10 April 2014
The Shire London (pictured), which features the UK’s only full Seve Ballesteros course design, has announced the completion of a major series of course refurbishments and facilities upgrades for the 2014 season. The changes include new bunkering and greenside modelling work on The Ballesteros Masters Course to increase the challenge of what is already regarded as one of England’s most demanding tests...
Written by Kevin Brown on Thursday 10 April 2014
Liverpool and Scotland legend Kenny Dalglish and former Aston Villa striker turned Sky Sports TV pundit Alan McInally will be seeking hat-tricks of a different kind when they compete in the 18th edition of the Footballers’ Golf Classic at La Manga Club this summer. The duo have both won the event twice before and will be joined at the top Spanish...
Tuesday 8 April 2014
While most golf clubs in the area are trimming down their budgets and cutting back, Windlesham is doing the reverse; investing close to two million pounds over the past twelve months. The junior section of the Club has been one of the key beneficiaries of this. Windlesham has always enjoyed a well-balanced blend of genders and age groups at the Club...
Written by Kevin Brown on Tuesday 8 April 2014
Golfers across the south and south east of England are being invited to start the new season in style with the launch of Mannings Heath’s ‘Golden Ticket’ promotion on its renowned Waterfall Course (pictured) this April. The popular members-only course in Horsham, West Sussex, is offering one tee time per day to non-members at the exclusive rate of £180 for up...
Written by Kevin Brown on Tuesday 8 April 2014
Gran Canaria’s five star Sheraton Salobre Golf Resort & Spa (pictured) has enjoyed a scintillating start to 2014 and golf groups can enjoy discounts of up to 45 per cent at the premier golfing destination this spring – with a five-night half-board stay including unlimited golf available from £385 per person. The Canary Islands’ only 36-hole golf complex is offering mouth-watering...
Written by Kevin Brown on Tuesday 8 April 2014
Over the past 18 months, De Vere Hotels & Resorts has invested heavily in its leading portfolio of championship UK golf courses and these investments are now paying handsome dividends. Statistics recorded by De Vere show that there has been almost half of the total 2013 rainfall over the past three months, however the numbers of course closures across De Vere’s...
Written by Kevin Brown on Monday 7 April 2014
Following the success of last year’s English Senior Open at Rockliffe Hall (pictured), Co. Durham, the luxury resort is poised to unveil its plans for this year’s event. Representatives from the European Senior Tour will be at Rockliffe Hall tomorrow (Tuesday) to announce details about the prestigious tournament which will this year include a charity partnership with Catterick-based Help for Heroes Phoenix...
Written by Kevin Brown on Monday 7 April 2014
Carnoustie golf has heralded a bright new era with the revamped Buddon Links officially opened for play in time for the start of the 2014 season. The extended course was opened by Angus Provost, Helen Oswald, together with new Carnoustie Golf Links Management Committee Chairman, Pat Sawers, who hit the first shot on one of the new holes. The ceremony was also...
Monday 31 March 2014
If you’re seeking a venue for a relaxing weekend or a fun-filled getaway with your mates that offers as much promise and excitement off the course as it does on it, then Worsley Park on the outskirts of Manchester should be high up on your wish list. This Marriott venue is easy to get to via main roads like the M62...
Written by Kevin Brown on Friday 28 March 2014
If you love your wine and golf, you may well want to savour the on and off-course delights of France’s Golf du Medoc Resort, Bordeaux. It’s the perfect combination with two 18 holes championship golf courses on-site and a large selection of local Châteaux offering exclusive visits and tasting, the golf and wine experience is a great way to get the...
Written by Kevin Brown on Thursday 27 March 2014
The world’s largest amateur golf tournament – the 31st Myrtle Beach World Amateur Handicap Championship – takes place this summer along the northeastern South Carolina coast. Approximately 3,500 participants are expected to play more than 60 courses in the event. The August 25-29 tournament, with the theme ‘Anyone can play, anyone can win’ opened for entries on Tuesday. Registration for the four-day,...
Written by Kevin Brown on Wednesday 26 March 2014
You’ll find some stunning 2-FORE!-1 courses in around England’s capital city, including a World Golf Championship venue and a unique layout created by the late, great Seve Ballesteros. * The Grove, Herts – A five star venue on and off the course, The Grove provides an unforgettable experience and golfing day out. Kyle Phillips’s par-72 layout is sheer class and is...