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Official Thank A Greenkeeper Day Returns in September

Wherever you play golf, the game is only made possible and enjoyable due to the hardworking professionals who maintain our beloved courses. All golfers should be grateful for the efforts of greenkeepers every day, but BIGGA is once again hosting a specific date for everyone to participate in Thank A Greenkeeper Day. read more ...


Golf Greenkeeping Photographic Competition Reveals 2022 Winner

Ipswich Golf Club greenkeeper and BIGGA member Joe Simpson has been declared the overall winner of British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) Annual Photographic Competition 2022 sponsored by Syngenta. read more ...


The Golf Courses You Should Have Played in 2021

What is the best course that you played in 2021? The Golfshake Community managed to tick off many outstanding layouts. However, there are some that stand above the rest in the minds of our users. It's time for you to meet the Golf Courses You Should Have Played in 2021. There's a variety of destinations to choose from, including championship hosts and lesser-known jewels, but all of them are united in that they achieved perfection in the minds of golfers. read more ...


Bargain Golf Courses to Play in Scotland This Summer

There are more than 550 golf courses in Scotland, which are all part of the fabric of the nation. While many legendary venues draw attention, they are typically expensive to play. However, beyond that, there are some exceptional bargains to be had across the country. read more ...


The Best Bargain Golf Courses to Play This Summer

Many of us will be hoping to play a variety of different courses this summer, but that can be an expensive. However, with a bit of research, it's apparent that there are exceptional layouts across the UK that offer a magical experience at a fraction of the cost. We are delighted to present The Best Bargain Golf Courses to Play This Summer, showcasing 25 destinations that are Highly Recommended on Golfshake, are rated positively for the time of year, and offer tee times for under £50. read more ...


Must Play Golf Courses to Experience in the North of England

The North of England is a vast region that is packed with a variety of golf courses, ranging from legendary championship layouts to architectural gems. We have brought together a selection of destinations that have been Highly Recommended for three consecutive years, showcasing clubs and resorts that have excelled in the minds of regular golfers over a prolonged time. read more ...


Dunston Hall Stay & Play Review

Located on the outskirts of Norwich, Dunston Hall is renowned for its English country house setting in 150 acres of stunning woodland, comprising a hotel with 166 bedrooms and 18-hole parkland golf course. Derek Clements reviews the stay and play experience at this venue. read more ...


The Shire London Feature Review

The Shire London is renowned for being solely designed by the legendary Seve Ballesteros, located in Barnet, a course that is only rising in stature as it matures. Golfshake Ambassador Matt Holbrook took the opportunity to experience it for himself and shares his thoughts in this new Feature Review. read more ...


Quinta do Lago to Revamp Acclaimed South Course

Regarded as one of the finest layouts in Europe, Quinta do Lago's South Course is to be revamped through a significant €7m golf course investment programme that is being introduced at the popular venue this summer. read more ...


New Owners Aim to Revitalise Unique Sunningdale Heath Golf Club

For almost a century, the unique and historic Sunningdale Heath Golf Club only admitted female members, but this intriguing venue is set to be transformed by new owners, who are seeking to attract younger golfers from both genders read more ...


Golfshake Prize Winners Experience Acclaimed UK Venues

Last year, three Golfshake Members won golf breaks to acclaimed venues across the country. Having now experienced their destinations, our winning golfers have responded with their feedback, reflecting on a memorable weekend away with friends. read more ...


Night Golf at Amendoeira Resort VLOG

The Amendoeira Resort is a jewel in the crown of the Algarve, featuring the acclaimed Faldo and O'Connor Courses, but part of what makes this venue distinct is the 9-Hole Academy Course which can be played under the floodlights! Golfshake's Kevin Paver and Ryan Rastall grasped at the opportunity to experience Night Golf. read more ...


Amendoeira Golf Resort - O'Connor Course VLOG

Alongside the strategic Faldo Course, the O'Connor Course is a fine complement, featuring lakes that provide both an appealing aesthetic and stiff challenge throughout the entire course. During a visit to Amendoeira, Golfshake's Kevin Paver and Ryan Rastall experienced the O'Connor for themselves, sharing their round in the above VLOG. read more ...


Monte Rei North Course Feature Review

Monte Rei Golf & Country Club is home to a Jack Nicklaus Signature Course, and is consistently rated as the best in Portugal. Golfshake's Kevin Paver visited to find out more and experience this revered layout for himself. read more ...


Quinta do Lago Laranjal Course Feature Review

The Laranjal is the newest course to join the Quinta do Lago family. Opening in 2009, it was awarded ‘Best Golf Course’ at the Portuguese Travel Awards in 2011. Golfshake's Kevin Paver describes the experience of playing this layout. read more ...


Quinta do Lago North Course Feature Review

The North Course at Quinta do Lago was often seen as the poor relation to its neighbouring South Course, but that was until it was totally revamped in 2014. For Golfshake's Kevin Paver, it may now even be the number one. read more ...


Quinta do Lago South Course Feature Review

Quinta do Lago's South Course is rated Highly Recommended on Golfshake is among the Algarve's most revered venues, having previously been a host of the Portuguese Open. Golfshake's Kevin Paver had a chance to play this striking layout and shares his thoughts. read more ...


Kingsbarns Golf Links Feature Review

Each year during the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship, Kingsbarns is showcased on the main stage. This modern links is visually spectacular and is renowned for its design. But what is it like to play? Alex Picken describes his experience. read more ...


Tandridge Golf Club Feature Review

Tandridge Golf Club is sometimes unfairly overshadowed by other courses in Surrey, but this is a sublime, Highly Recommended venue. Golfshake Ambassador Matt Holbrook had the chance to visit and play this Harry Colt design. read more ...


Gullane No 1 Feature Review

Gullane Golf Club is a jewel in East Lothian, Scotland's Golf Coast. The No 1 Course is regarded as being one of the finest in the nation, so it was a thrill for Golfshake Ambassador Rob Treanor to experience this revered layout. read more ...


Crieff Golf Club Feature Review

Perthshire's Crieff Golf Club is a Highly Recommended, parkland venue that is situated within beautiful and tranquil surrounds, enjoying views across stunning valleys and the Highlands beyond. Golfshake Ambassador Rob Treanor had the chance to experience this inland gem in Scotland. read more ...


Chichester Golf Club Feature Review

Chichester Golf Club is a large golf centre in Sussex, including two 18 holes courses, a par three layout, and crazy golf facilities. Will Trinkwon had the chance to play the Cathedral Course and shares his thoughts on the experience. read more ...


Forest Pines Stay & Play Report

Forest Pines is a Highly Recommended venue on Golfshake, situated within 190 beautiful acres in Lincolnshire. Golfshake Ambassador Andrew Picken had the chance to stay at ths DoubleTree By Hilton hotel, which is known for its 27 holes of championship golf. read more ...


Dunbar Golf Club Feature Review

Dunbar is a highly regarded, classics links course on the legendary East Lothian coastline in Scotland. Golfshake Ambassador Rob Treanor had the chance to experience this stunning layout and shares his thoughts. read more ...


Notts (Hollinwell) Golf Club Feature Review

Notts Golf Club, commonly known as Hollinwell, is widely regarded as being one of the finest inland courses in the UK, serving as an Open Final Qualifying. Kevin Heggie has played the course twice and provides this detailed review of a revered layout. read more ...


St Andrews Eden Course Feature Review

The Eden Course was the fourth opened in St Andrews, designed by the legendary Harry Colt. Golfshake's Andrew Picken had the chance to experience this layout, and he was blown away by the quality of this underrated gem at the Home of Golf. read more ...


Adare Manor Feature Review

Adare Manor has been confirmed as the 2026 Ryder Cup venue. Golfshake's Andrew Picken had the opportunity to visit this spectacular location in Ireland, sampling the facilities and playing the beautifully manicured golf course. read more ...


Cowglen Golf Club Feature Review

Cowglen Golf Club is situated in the south of Glasgow, a James Braid design that is Highly Recommended on Golfshake. Stewart Armstrong has reviewed this venue for us. read more ...


Druids Glen Hotel & Golf Resort Review

Druids Glen is an acclaimed venue in Wicklow and former host of the Irish Open, which Golfshake's Andrew Picken had the opportunity to visit and play. Discover his thoughts and insights behind the experience. read more ...


Prince's Golf Club Feature Review

Prince's Golf Club in Kent is known for hosting the 1932 Open Championship, but is also one of the most revered venues on Golfshake. Andrew Picken visted to discover for himself, and he has documented his thoughts on the course, and shared the rich history behind the club. read more ...


Antalya PGA Sultan Feature Review

The PGA Sultan is part of the Antalya GC complex in Belek, home to the Turkish PGA and former host of the Turkish Airlines event in 2012, won by Justin Rose. Golfshake's Kevin Paver had the opportunity to play and review this spectacular venue. read more ...


Belek Gloria New Course Feature Review

Gloria New Course is located within the acclaimed Gloria Golf complex in Belek, Turkey, which Golfshake's Kevin Paver had the envious opportunity to experience for himself, playing and reviewing the venue. read more ...


Hadley Wood Golf Club Feature Review

Hadley Wood Golf Club is a Dr Alister MacKenzie design that has been rated exceptionally by the Golfshake Community. We dispatched Rob Treanor to discover what makes this venue great. read more ...


Forest Pines Golf Club Feature Review

Forest Pines Golf Club is a Highly Recommended venue on Golfshake that has three loops of nine holes. Richard Moore has supplied this detailed review following a recent visit to North Lincolnshire. read more ...


Stowmarket Golf Club Feature Review

Stowmarket Golf Club is a Golfshake Highly Recommended parkland course that is situated within Suffolk. Golfshake Matt Holbrook has reviewed the venue and its facilities for us. read more ...


Gog Magog Wandlebury Course Feature Review

The Wandlebury Course is the modern of the two layouts at the renowned Gog Magog Golf Club. Opened for play in 1999, it's a striking design. Golfshake Ambassador Rob Treanor had the chance to experience it. read more ...


Breadsall Priory Stay & Play Review

Breadsall Priory sits close to the Peak District National Park and offers 36 holes of golf in beautifu surroundings, with renowned accomodation. Golfshake's Rob Cross had the chance to visit the venue and here is his stay and play review. read more ...


Castlerock Golf Club Feature Review

Golfshake Ambassador Andrew Picken recently experienced the Causeway Tour in Northern Ireland, discovering many of the regional links that will be showcased when the Open Championship returns to Royal Portrush in 2019. Here is Andy's review of the striking Castlerock Golf Club. read more ...


Moortown Golf Club Feature Review

Golfshake Ambassador Andrew Picken was thrilled to play Moortown Golf Club, designed by the legendary Dr Alister MacKenzie, following a visit to nearby Alwoodley. Here is his Feature Review. read more ...


Toot Hill Golf Club Feature Review

Toot Hill has become regarded as being one of the finest and most popular golf courses in Essex. Golfshake Ambassador Matt Holbrook recently discovered for himself and wrote this glowing review of the experience. read more ...


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