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Make 2024 Your Best Golf Year Yet

As we start the new year, it's time to start thinking about our goals and aspirations for the upcoming year. And for golfers, what better goal to set than making 2024 your best year on the course yet? read more ...


Your Chance To Play The Old Course In Reverse

The timeless atmosphere of the Old Course at St Andrews is set to take on a new twist, as golfers are invited to take a journey through time and explore the Old Course Reversed. To commemorate 50 years of the St Andrews Links Trust being custodians of the world’s most renowned golfing landscape, they have announced an annual event that will give golfers a unique chance to experience the famous course from a fresh perspective. read more ...


Teen Golfers Ready For Justin Rose Telegraph Junior Golf Championship

Quinta do Lago is the environment for the latest Justin Rose Telegraph Junior Golf Championship, which is being contested from 30 October to 3 November. read more ...


5 Reasons Why You Should Watch The 2023 Walker Cup

It's now been a century since the Walker Cup was first staged in St Andrews, making it a fitting anniversary as this historic event returns to the most venerable stage in the game. We're sure that your attention will be in much demand this weekend, but here are several reasons why you should share some of your time with the 49th Walker Cup. read more ...


Great Britain And Ireland Team Announced For Walker Cup at St Andrews

The Walker Cup is set to make a special return to The Old Course at St Andrews next month and the ten golfers who will represent Great Britain and Ireland have been selected ahead of the matches. read more ...


Disabled Golfers Compete in Golf Trust Open at The Shire

Bringing together people of all ages and backgrounds with a vast range of different disabilities, the annual Golf Trust Open at The Shire was another successful event showcasing that golf is a sport for everyone. read more ...


New St Andrews College Tournament Will Be Televised

Golf fans will have the treat of watching many of the best college golfers competing at St Andrews this autumn, following the announcement by NBC Sports and St Andrews Links Trust of the inaugural St Andrews Links Collegiate Presented by TopGolf and World Wide Technology to be held this October 23-25. read more ...


Belton Woods to Stage ISPS Handa British Open Blind Golf Championships

Since its formation in 1989, England & Wales Blind Golf has provided visually impaired men and women with the opportunity to enjoy this fabulous game, meet other players, and compete in a competitive environment, no matter their ability, with their latest event coming at QHotels Belton Woods Golf & Spa in Lincolnshire. read more ...


5 Benefits of Getting Golf Lessons

What are the tangible benefits of having formalised golf lessons versus just getting swing tips from friends.  This article examines the top five benefits of taking a formalised golf lesson - understanding the benefits of taking a lesson could help you to accelerate your improvement. read more ...


Rose Zhang Sets New Record as Number One Women's Amateur

Having led the way for 136 weeks, America's Rose Zhang has today set a new record for longevity as the number one in the Women's World Amateur Golf Ranking. read more ...


Trilby Tour Reveals Exciting New 2023 Schedule

Following a successful return under new owners Darwin Escapes, which brought men and women together in competitive action, the Trilby Tour has announced its exciting schedule for the 2023 season, with this year's tour again culminating in the Grand Final at the prestigious Dundonald Links in Ayrshire, Scotland. read more ...


Introducing The NEXT Golf Tour - Virtual Golf Series

The NEXT Golf Tour looks to freshen up the professional golf industry by offering events that are competed exclusively on simulators, through their 2023 Virtual Golf series. read more ...


The Best Golf Competitions For Amateurs to Enter in 2023

Do you believe that your golf game has drastically improved over the years and the standard Saturday four-ball just isn’t enough? Luckily for thrill-seeking golfers, there are plenty of amateur tours that are running throughout 2023, which will take you to some of the finest locations. read more ...


Golf Rule Changes You Must Know For 2023

The R&A and USGA have updated the Rules of Golf, consolidating the modernisation process that began when the governing bodies last updated the rules in 2019. read more ...


UK Long Drive Championship Returns With Exciting New Look

The UK Long Drive Championship has a new look this year as it launches across more than 35 Trackman venues this autumn, with the event being held completely indoors and offering cash prizes for regional winners in addition to places in the televised final for the best men and women. read more ...


EDGA Announce 2022 RSM European Play-off Series

The EDGA (European Disabled Golf Association), have announced details of the 2022 RSM European Play-off Series, that will see 16 qualifying players from the World Ranking for Golfers with Disability (WR4GD), tee it up in a three-day match-play knockout tournament at Stratford-on-Avon Golf Club in September. read more ...


The Golf Foundation Delivers Golf Sessions as Part of UK Programme

Hot on the heels of the successful commonwealth games, the Golf Foundation continues to showcase golf to young people, having recently helped to deliver golf sessions to over 100 youngsters, as part of the Bring It On Brum festival in Cannon Hill Park. read more ...


American Golf Announce Support For Junior Leven Gold Medal Event

American Golf, title sponsor of The Leven Gold Medal, has announced it is opening the historic tournament up to children with a Junior Gold Medal event at the iconic Leven Links Golf Course, Fife, on Sunday 7th August. read more ...


What It's Like to Play on The New Trilby Tour

The Trilby Tour has been relaunched by Darwin Escapes with a new look and format, making amateur golfers feel like professionals for the day. But what is it like to experience these events? Golfshake Ambassador Matt Holbrook recently participated in The Championship of Oxfordshire at The Springs Resort and describes a memorable day for us. read more ...


EDGA Tour Expands With More Events For Golfers With Disability

Now featuring over 50 events on the schedule for 2022 across member countries, the EDGA is offering competitive tournaments for even more golfers with a disability, while the EDGA Tour itself is also bigger than ever before. read more ...


Leading Brands Partner With Trilby Tour Ahead of Return

Ahead of the exciting return of the Trilby Tour under new owners Darwin Escapes, several leading brands have declared their support through partnerships; Glenmuir, Motocaddy and Duca del Cosma. read more ...


Exciting News For Europe's Best Disabled Golfers

Golfshake's Derek Clements shares his latest View From The Fairway, commenting on the exciting and timely announcement that the DP World Tour is helping to launch the G4D (Golf for the Disabled) Tour. read more ...


Historic Golf Tournament Returns With New Gender Neutral Format

Following a two-year pandemic hiatus, the historic Berkhamsted Trophy makes its return with the 61st edition, which is set to be the most significant yet after the decision was made to transform the event into a gender-neutral format. read more ...


Mizuno Golf Pairs Returns With a Bigger Season in 2022

Mizuno Golf Pairs will return in 2022, but this time there are 100 events scheduled for the upcoming season, a substantial expansion on the 60 held during 2021, providing more opportunities for golfers to play incredible courses in a competitive setting. read more ...


The Trilby Tour Returns With a New Look in 2022

The Trilby Tour is making its long-awaited return in 2022 with an exciting and inclusive fresh look overseen by new owners Darwin Escapes. read more ...


Top Junior Golfers Set For Faldo Series Grand Final

Europe's leading junior golfers are competing in the 25th Faldo Series Grand Final at Brocket Hall, following in the footsteps of many significant names who have previously come through the event overseen by six-time major champion Sir Nick Faldo. read more ...


Home Star Wins Faldo Series Scotland Championship at Ladybank

Highly regarded young Scottish golfer, Thomas Craig, triumphed at Ladybank Golf Club in Fife after winning a dramatic three-way playoff to secure the Faldo Series Scotland Championship. read more ...


Sir Nick Faldo Returns to Welwyn Garden City to Launch New Faldo Series Season

This year, the Faldo Series celebrates its 25th anniversary, so it's fitting that Sir Nick Faldo returns to where his own journey in golf began at Welwyn Garden City Golf Club for the launch of the new season. read more ...


Orida Park Wood Golf Club to Host PGA EuroPro Tour Event

Orida Park Wood Golf Club have announced that they will host a PGA EuroPro Tour event for the upcoming season. The club have also revealed that they will host a Pro-Am on the day prior to the main competition. read more ...


USA Retains Thrilling Walker Cup on Home Soil

The USA retained the Walker Cup after holding off a stirring fightback from Great Britain and Ireland to claim a 14-12 victory at Seminole in Florida in a match that was overshadowed by both teams being struck down by a stomach bug. read more ...


Trilby Tour to Make Welcome Return to UK Golf Calendar

Making a welcome return to the calendar, the Trilby Tour will be back on the fairways later this year after being purchased by golf and leisure operator Darwin Escapes, which promises that the relaunched events will feature a revitalised format. read more ...


2021 British Open Speedgolf Championships to be Held at The Springs

The 2021 edition of the British Open Speedgolf Championship will be held at The Springs Golf Club in Oxfordshire and will introduce a second day to the event this year which is scheduled to be held on the 19th and 20th of September. read more ...


Slingsby Gin Launches New Golf Academy Celebrity Challenge

With the resumption of golf in England coinciding with a time seen as the start of the UK golf season, Slingsby Gin, sponsor of the BMW PGA Championship, have launched their own Golf Academy and Celebrity Challenge aimed to inspire and encourage more female golfers to take up the sport this year. read more ...


PGA EuroPro Tour Introduces Qualifying for Amateur Golfers

The PGA EuroPro Tour have announced that they will open Monday Qualifying to amateur golfers who currently hold a handicap of 2 or lower. The move has recently seen approval from the R&A and will take place for this year’s tournaments. read more ...


Women On The Tee: A New Event Held Exclusively For Women

Launched in March 2021, Women On The Tee is a new venture that will see its first event in May 2021 and is aimed at female golfers who want to take part in a series of fun events with like-minded golfers in a competitive environment. read more ...


Great Britain & Ireland Captain Stuart Wilson Announces Walker Cup Team

Great Britain and Ireland captain Stuart Wilson has announced his 10-man team for the Walker Cup in May, with Matt Fitzpatrick's brother, Alex, among the side bidding to win the competition for the first time since 2015 when they head to Seminole in Florida for this year's renewal against Team USA. read more ...


The Faldo Series Celebrates 25 Years With New Global Schedule

Celebrating 25 years of the Faldo Series, England's legendary golfer, Sir Nick Faldo has commented on the achievement after the Series revealed its global schedule for the 2021 season. read more ...


Expand Your Golf in 2021 With Mizuno Golf Pairs Events

Established in 2013, the Mizuno Golf Pairs Tour has continued to grow since its inception and looks set to be even bigger and better in 2021, providing all golfers with the opportunity to play at more venues across the UK this year, including many of the finest courses in the country. read more ...


Faldo Series Europe Season Concludes With Dramatic Playoff in Scotland

The Faldo Series Europe season came to a remarkable conclusion at Ladybank Golf Club in Fife, where Scottish player Ruben Lindsay survived a six-man playoff to secure victory at the Scotland Championship. read more ...


Playing a Mizuno Golf Pairs Tour Event

Golfshake Ambassador Andy Picken describes the experience of playing in a Mizuno Golf Pairs Tour event at Royal Lytham & St Annes and why you should consider taking part for an opportunity to play some of the finest courses in a competitive setting. read more ...


England Golf Launches First Mixed Gender Junior Championship

Breaking new ground in the game, England Golf has announced the English Under 18 Championship in 2021, which will see boys and girls competing alongside each other for the one trophy. read more ...


Interview With Amateur Champion Joe Long

Golfshake Ambassador Andy Picken interviews 2020 Amateur Champion Joe Long, who defeated fellow Bristolian Joe Harvey in the final, securing the historic title and his place in the Masters, US Open and Open. Joe describe his journey, the experience of winning, and what the future holds. read more ...


Teenage Golfer Beats Father to Win Club Championship

It's a milestone for many boys when they get the better of their father at golf, but for 14-year-old Harry Brinded, that achievement was even more significant when he beat his dad, James Brinded, the Club Captain, to win the Thorpeness Golf Club Championship.  read more ...


Joe Long Wins All-English Amateur Championship Final at Royal Birkdale

In a final that was coined the Battle of Bristol, Gloucestershire's Joe Long defeated his team-mate Joe Harvey to win the Amateur Championship at Royal Birkdale, battling over 36 holes for the historic title. read more ...


Faldo Series Makes History With Biggest Event at Wales Championship

Staged across the Vale Resort and Cottrell Park, the Faldo Series surpassed itself by hosting 260 elite junior golfers at the Wales Championship, with the players in search of an invite to the 24th Europe Grand Final in Abu Dhabi in November. read more ...


The R&A Confirms Continued Support of Faldo Series

Having backed the Faldo Series since it was launched in 1996, The R&A has confirmed that it will continue its support of the international junior golf event founded by six-time major winner Sir Nick Faldo. read more ...


Playoff Decides Faldo Series Event at Kedleston Park

Carl Banner has won the Faldo Series England Midlands Championship, securing his place in the Grand Final, triumphing after a thrilling final round in wet and blustery conditions, beating a field of 99 at Kedleston Park in Derbyshire over the three days. read more ...


Competitive Scoring Defines Faldo Series Midlands Championship

The Faldo Series England Midlands Championship at Kedleston Park is closely fought as the final day approaches. Golfshake Ambassador Andy Picken has been following the action and shares his reflections from the second round of the event. read more ...


The Faldo Series Heads to Kedleston Park

The Faldo Series is hosting the England Midlands Championship for elite young golfers at Kedleston Park in Derbyshire. Golfshake Ambassador Andy Picken has stopped by to get a feel for the event and what is happening, sharing his impressions in this report. read more ...


Take Part in the World's Biggest Golf Lesson

During lockdown, you may feel that it's hard to achieve anything significant, but here is a unique opportunity for golfers to play their part in setting a record for the world's biggest golf lesson, raising money for health charities in the process. read more ...


New Date Confirmed for Women's Golf Day

2020 marks the fifth anniversary of Women's Golf Day, but in light of the Coronavirus pandemic, the event has adopted a new approach, bringing the industry together for a virtual WGD celebration on June 2nd, with the overall main global showpiece being moved to the 1st of September, providing there is clearance from the WHO and governing bodies. read more ...


New Over 35 Mid-Amateur Golf Tour Open for Entries in 2020

Amateur golfers over the age of 35 now have a new tour to play on- the Over 35 Mid-Amateur Golf Tour. Offering a competitive tour for mid-amateur players to compete on many of the finest golf courses in the UK. read more ...


Mizuno Golf Pairs Tour to Accept Golfshake Handicaps

The popular Mizuno Golf Pairs Tour is opening its events to golfers who have a Golfshake Handicap, potentially welcoming non-CONGU players. Golfshake Ambassador Andy Picken reports on the change and looks back on his experiences in these tournaments. read more ...


Berkhamsted Makes Landmark Decision for Gender Equality in Elite Golf

Marking a first for elite amateur golf, the renowned Berkhamsted Golf Club has announced that it will open its revered Berkhamsted Trophy to allow both men and women to compete in the celebrated event this year. read more ...


New Gender Equal Tour Launched in North of England

The 2020protour has been officially launched for 2020, making history as the UK's first gender equal pro circuit with an equitable policy. Established by European Tour player Chris Hanson and fellow pro Adam Walker, this new tour is set to make waves across the North of England next year.  read more ...


England's Arron Edwards-Hill Wins Faldo Series

There was success for emerging English talent, Arron Edwards-Hill, who was crowned the 23rd Faldo Series Europe Champion at Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club, Abu Dhabi, after completing a spectacular victory. read more ...


Strength of English Amateur Golf Praised After Historic Win

Teenager Josh Hill made history on Wednesday by winning the Al Ain Open by Arena at Al Ain Equestrian Shooting and Golf Club, showcasing the strength in depth that exists within English amateur golf. read more ...


USA Surges Back to Win Walker Cup

Having been behind going into the Sunday singles, the United States dominated that final session to defeat Great Britain and Ireland 15.5-10.5 and win the Walker Cup at Royal Liverpool. read more ...


The Best Walker Cup Venues on Golfshake

We have taken a look at each of the Great Britain & Ireland venues that have hosted the Walker Cup, drawing on their Golfshake Rating left by the reviews of everyday golfers to celebrate the courses that have their own piece of history with the biennial contest. read more ...


Lee Westwood Trophy Heads to Malton & Norton Following Birdie Finish for Hague

England Men’s Squad player David Hague won the Lee Westwood Trophy staged at Rotherham Golf Club in dramatic fashion with a superb birdie on the final hole pipping local hero Lewis Hollingworth into second place. Andy Waple reports on the prestigious event. read more ...


IGC Society to Host Prestigious Summer Events

One of the best ways of playing golf is through a golf society. While traditional club membership is a great way to experience the game, societies are an especially good option for meeting other golfers, playing more courses and just generally expanding your golfing horizons read more ...


New Elite Women's Tournament Comes to Carnoustie

The spotlight of women's golf will be on Scotland when the Solheim Cup is held at Gleneagles, but there is even more elite golf on Scottish shores this autumn, with a new 36-hole tournament being contested at Carnoustie Golf Links.rn read more ...


2019 Women's Golf Day is Resounding Success

This year's Women's Golf Day surpassed even the most optimistic of expectations, breaking previous records for venues, countries and overall reach. Uniting women around the world, 845 locations across 46 countries participated and held events to celebrate the game. read more ...


Legendary Annika Sorenstam Backs 2019 Women's Golf Day

Golf legend Annika Sorenstam is backing this year's Women's Golf Day, encouraging women and girls worldwide to engage with the game, and pushing for all golfers to share this wonderful sport with the women in their lives. read more ...


Golf Foundation Moves Unleash Your Drive Programme to Next Stage

Following a successful pilot, The Golf Foundation is taking its "Unleash Your Drive" programme for young people to the next stage, introducing the concept to PGA Professional Coaches across the country. read more ...


3 Hammers Golf Complex to Host Prostate Cancer Screening Event

On June 14th, the 3 Hammers Golf Complex in Coven will host a free Prostate Cancer testing event for men over 45, with the venue partnering with The Graham Fulford Charitable Trust (GFCT) to run an Awareness Golf Day.  read more ...


How to Support Your Local Golf Club

It is a harsh fact of life that we are seeing golf clubs close down at an alarming rate as memberships tumble. But if you support your local golf club and encourage others to do the same there is a chance that it might just survive. Here, we have some ideas. read more ...


Meghan MacLaren becomes Ambassador for the Golf Foundation

Ladies European Tour player Meghan MacLaren has been announced as Ambassador for The Golf Foundation, the national golf charity that encourages young people from all backgrounds to benefit from golf. read more ...


Meghan MacLaren to Launch 2019 GolfSixes League

Ladies European Tour Meghan MacLaren will be present to launch The Golf Foundation's GolfSixes League 2019 this Sunday (May 5th) at Goodwood in Sussex, helping to showcase the junior inter-club, six-hole team format that was hugely successful with kids, families and clubs last season, and is expected to be even better this year. read more ...


Live Coverage of Brabazon Trophy to be Shown From Alwoodley Golf Club

The Brabazon Trophy - the English Men's Amateur Stroke Play Championship - is one of the most prestigious events on the amateir circuit, this year hosted by the renowned Alwoodley Golf Club in Yorkshire, and most excitingly the venue will broadcast live coverage to follow across social media channels. read more ...


American Golf to Support Final National Golf Club Challenge

This year marks the tenth and final playing of the National Golf Club Challenge, and American Golf is backing the event that is raising funds for the On Course Foundation. read more ...


Chance for Golfers to Experience Dynamic GolfSixes Format

GolfSixes has been a popular addition to the European Tour calendar in recent years, and regular golfers will have the opportunity to experience the unique format this May at Glendale Golf venues across the country.  read more ...


Joss Gosling Emulates Approach of Sandy Lyle to Win Berkhamsted Trophy

Emulating the great Sandy Lyle with his strategy, Joss Gosling plotted his way successfully around the course with an irons-only approach off the tee to win the 60th Berkhamsted Trophy in association with Bushnell Golf.  read more ...


Unique Campaign Launched to Celebrate Disabled Golf

The inaugural Golf and Health Week is coming up from 15-19 April, and the European Disabled Golfers Association is launching their own part of the campaign, unveiling a unique 'pledge and PLAY' day that will raise awareness for golfers with disabilities. read more ...


Bunker Mentality to Run Virtual Masters Night with TopTracer

The Masters is the year's first men's major and for many is the real beginning of the golf season, but if you haven't received an invitation compete at Augusta National - which is unlikely - and still fancy a bit of competition, Bunker Mentality is running its own Bunker Virtual Masters on Wednesday 10th April, coinciding with the iconic Par 3 Contest from Georgia. read more ...


Girl and Boy Compete in Dramatic Playoff Finish to Faldo Series Asia Grand Final

Talented female teenager Chang Hsin-chiao secured a memorable triumph at the 13th Faldo Series Asia Grand Final after overcoming a male opponent in a dramatic playoff with the legendary six-time major champion, Sir Nick Faldo, watching on. read more ...


We Love Golf Events Prove Hit with Women and Girls

The first four of this year's PGA We Love Golf events were a huge success in the face of inclement conditions as 135 women and girls took part in taster experiences held across each of the Home Nations in Great Britain & Ireland. read more ...


Faldo Series Europe Reveals Schedule for 2019

Marking its 23rd year, the Faldo Series has revealed its European schedule for 2019, consisting of 15 tournaments played across 11 nations, ultimately leading to a winner being crowned in the Grand Final to be held in November. read more ...


Women's Golf Day Returning in 2019 with ANNIKA Foundation

Women's Golf Day is returning on June 4th 2019 for its fourth edition, following the exciting news that a partnernship has been formed with the ANNIKA Foundation - the eponymous charity of the legendary Annika Sorenstam - to help reach, support and inspire women and girls in golf. read more ...


The Biggest Hitter in Town! – Close House Golf Club

Last Wednesday, big hitters descended upon Close House for a long driving contest, showcasing the facilities of the venue to great success, with more events planned. Chris Graham has reported on a memorable evening in the North East of England. read more ...


Prince's Offers Free Entry to Prestigious Junior Open

The Laddie Lucas Spoon Junior Open is a historic event for young golfers at Prince's Golf Club, and this year the prestigious venue is offering free entry to all boys and girls aged between 8 and 13 years of age. read more ...


Indoor Golf Venues in the UK

Indoor golf centres across the UK have been promoting an alternative, social side of the game, taking advantage of superb facilities to provide a unique and engaging experience, safe from the elements. Golfshake's Alex Picken takes a look at some of the most notable venues. read more ...


Exceptional Standard at Internationally Diverse Faldo Series Europe Finals

There was an exceptional quality of golf at the Faldo Series Europe Finals, welcoming the most internationally diverse field in the event's history, crowned by Chinese Taipei's Ting-Yu Chen who shot a final round of 68 to win the Grand Final. read more ...


England Teams Dominate 10th Anniversary European Father & Son Golf Championships


It was the 10th anniversary of the popular European Father & Son Golf Championships, and partnerships from England dominated the event by taking both the Scratch and Handicap titles at the Montecastillo Golf Resort in Andalucia.
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2018 National Golf Club Challenge Concludes at Turnberry

The 2018 National Golf Club Challenge (NGCC) concluded on the spectacular Ayrshire coastline for its National Final that was held on the 21st and 22nd of October at the legendary Ailsa Course, Turnberry. read more ...


Scottish Golfer Wins Trip to 2020 Ryder Cup after Making Hole in One

John Paton, from Dunblane, was enjoying a golf break to Portugal with seven school friends, when the 62-year-old holed out on the second at Pinheiros Altos' Corks to secure a trip to the 2020 Ryder Cup through the Million Dollar Hole in One (MDHIO) Challenge. read more ...


Health Benefits of Golf Celebrated at FJ Walk of Champions Final in St Andrews

The Walk of Champions is a partnership between FJ and Hole19 to encourage and promote golf participation and the health and fitness benefits of the game. Rewarding golfers for the number of steps they have recorded throughout the year, ten finalists were invited to Fairmont St Andrews for the Grand Final, concluding a campaign that saw 125,000,000 steps reached from 16,000 rounds. read more ...


Golfshake Friday Update - 19/10/18

Golfshake's Joe Hughes takes a brief overview of some of the golfing highlights of the week leading up to 19th October 2018. read more ...


Make a Hole in One to Secure a Trip to the 2020 Ryder Cup

The Million Dollar Hole in One (MDHIO) par-three challenge has become hugely popular with golfers across Europe, and those who make an ace on one of the affiliated courses will claim a trip to the 2020 Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits. read more ...


Fancy a Golf Break at the DP World Tour Championship?

As the European Tour season enters its final months, the pressure is rising and so is the excitement. Some of the world’s best players have been battling it out to climb to the top of the Race To Dubai standings.  The season finale is the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai, where the 2018 European number one golfer will be crowned. Golfbreaks.com have some great packages available that will allow you to experience one of the best events on tour as well as having the chance to play on some exceptional courses. read more ...


England Golf Survey Presents Optimistic Picture for Memberships

So it turns out that it is not all doom and gloom at England’s golf clubs after all. There has long been a perception that the game at club level is in freefall, but England Golf’s biennial survey of 426 clubs around the country would indicate that is not the case at all. Golfshake's Derek Clements reports. read more ...


Motorhome and Caravan European Golf Tour

The Motorhome and Caravan European Golf Tour is open to golfers of all abilities as long as you wish to play competitive golf and travel in either their caravan or motorhome. Coming in 2019, discover more about this innovative circuit. read more ...


Champions Crowned at American Golf Junior Championship

Gainsborough Golf Club was the venue for the 2018 American Golf Junior Championship Final, where qualifiers from across the UK & Ireland assembled to compete. 11-year-old Aaron Mohun from Chester retained the overall title with several others players claiming victories in the various categories. read more ...


Have You Tried Playing in a Professionally Run Pro Am Event?

Golfshake Ambassador Andrew Picken has made playing in pro-am events a personal objective, and he shares his experiences of shadowing professionals at some of the best courses, explaining why it's such an inspiring opportunity. read more ...


New and Returning Champions Crowned at American Golf UK Long Drive

Europe's most elite big hitters competed in the American Golf U.K. Long Drive Championships at Chester Racecourse on Thursday, with the Callaway backed event crowning new and returning champions; Sweden’s Emil Rosberg (Under 45), Scotland’s Ilona Stubley (Ladies) and Ireland’s William Hunt Tyrell (Over 45). read more ...


Record Big Hitters Qualify for American Golf UK Long Drive Championship

Thousands of entrants attempted to qualify, but now the elite field is set for the final of the American Golf U.K. Long Drive Championship, with six of the participants hitting over 400 yards, a highly competitive event is expected when American Golf and Callaway host the contest at Chester Racecourse on the 2nd of August. read more ...


Long Drive Stars Set World Records at RAF Honington

American Golf decided to challenge several of the stars of this year's UK Long Drive Final to take on a variety of Long Drive World Records at RAF Honington, celebrating both the anniversaries of On Course Foundation and the RAF. read more ...


12-year-old Girl Reaches Final of Ladies County Championship

In a remarkable effort, 12-year-old Sandy Lodge junior golfer Chiara Noja reached the final of the Herts Ladies County Championship, overcoming a succession of more experienced and older players along the way. read more ...


Global Rugby Icon’s to Clash in Match Play Golf Event in Buckinghamshire

 The Icons of Rugby event will be played at Buckinghamshire Golf Club on the 28th and 29th of July and will see Rugby’s stars battle it out in Northern and Southern hemisphere teams read more ...


American Golf to Team Up with PING for the Fifth Time for Junior Championship

Another fantastic opportunity for young golfers has been announced this week. Leading golf retailer, American Golf and Equipment specialists PING have released detail for their event, the American Golf Junior Championship read more ...


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