Manage your golf group or society online with free group creation, handicap tracking, events and leaderboards for all members of your golf group, society, league or regular fourball. read more ...

Winter golf is coming - shorter days, colder mornings, and damp fairways. But that doesn’t mean your clubs have to go into hibernation. This winter golf checklist covers everything you need to remember. read more ...

Many new golfers have taken up the sport in recent years, which is wonderful to see, but others may feel intimidated and unsure where to start. How does an absolute beginner go about getting into golf? Our guide should make that process easier. read more ...

As the golf season winds down, many players are deciding what’s next for 2026 — renew, join, or go nomadic? Take our quick 2–3 minute survey to share your thoughts on golf club membership and help shape future insights for the game. read more ...

How has social media changed golf? We have seen online influencers and YouTubers becoming increasingly popular and visible, but has that contributed to growing the game and bringing a new generation to golf? Fin Tait explores that subject. read more ...

Prime Big Deal Days are back on October 7-8, and golfers are in for a treat. Discover the best golf deals on clubs, gadgets and apparel before winter arrives. read more ...

Every golfer has their own swing, but there are fundamentals that no player can afford to ignore. From grip and warm-up routines to equipment care and smart course strategy, this article outlines the key habits that can help any golfer play better and enjoy the game more. read more ...

In this week’s View from the Fairway, Derek Clements tackles the growing plague of abuse in sport, including football and tennis, and how it reared its ugly head at the Ryder Cup. read more ...

Jon Rahm headlines the Open de España as he bids for a record-breaking fourth title. Fresh off Ryder Cup success, the Spaniard returns home chasing history after his dominant 2022 victory. read more ...

The handicap system is one of the most fundamental parts of the game, but why is a handicap important for golfers, and how do you get one? We take a closer look at each of the options that you have to maintain your own handicap. read more ...

Bad weather can strike at any time of year, but as we gradually move into the winter season, it becomes more commonplace, as heavy rainfall, frosty conditions and even snow can all affect our ability to get out onto the golf course, and here are some key rules that you need to know about. read more ...

Tiger Woods redefined the boundaries of this game, he inspired a generation and might very well be the greatest player in history, but the question of his future provokes as much intrigue as reflecting on his glorious past. When and in what capacity shall he reemerge next? read more ...

Dress codes at most golf clubs have been relaxed, but denim is generally prohibited at courses in the UK - and the question is, why are jeans banned? Golfshake's Kieran Clark explains why this is a baffling inconsistency that doesn't hold up to scrutiny. read more ...

Perhaps the most destructive shot in golf - and the one that club golfers are most badly afflicted by, is the slice. But what causes a slice and what can you do to finally eliminate this dreaded shot from your game? read more ...

Drivers are the most talked about clubs on the market as manufacturers launch new releases each year that have been engineered to push the technological envelope a little further. But do you even need to have a driver in your bag? read more ...

Golfshake’s newest app update makes golf more rewarding than ever, introducing access to a dedicated list of past and present Ryder Cup venues, fresh awards and badges including challenges like Golf Traveller and Birdie Streak, and a new standardised in-round design that provides golfers with clearer insights into their game as they play. read more ...

Being a rewarding and joyful playing companion is arguably the most important attribute that any golfer should aim for, but that isn't always the case. We've all had instances when the company was poor, making those precious few hours spent on the course truly miserable. What are some of the worst behaviours you can spot when playing golf? read more ...

Topping the ball is one of the most devastating shots in golf - and we've all done it, but what causes this to happen and what can you change to make sure you never top the ball again? read more ...

The Ryder Cup means a lot to all golf fans, but for Golfshake Ambassador Andy Picken, connections with the event have followed him throughout his life, including when he has the opportunity to attend the 2025 event at Bethpage Black in New York. read more ...

The Ryder Cup is a world-renowned spectacle, with its intense rivalry, incredible storylines and bags of history, but what makes it so special? Fin Tait explains why this is the greatest event in golf. read more ...

An increasing number of golfers are using either a rangefinder or GPS watch on the course to capture accurate yardages and distances to help them navigate the holes successfully. Golfshake's Derek Clements is a recent convert to this technology and he explains why you should get one too. read more ...

Despite golf participation numbers being high across the UK and much justified optimism following a tremendous summer of weather, some courses haven't been immune from existential challenges that in certain cases have seen their doors close for the last time. read more ...

Golf club membership remains an integral part of the game, it's still arguably the foundation that the whole infrastructure of the sport is built upon, but many golfers are left to wrestle each year with the question of whether to renew for the following season. read more ...

It is almost time for the talking to stop. The most eagerly-anticipated Ryder Cup clash in years finally gets under way at Bethpage Black on Friday, 26th September, with Keegan Bradley’s American team thirsting for revenge after taking a hiding in Italy two years ago. read more ...

What merits are there to dress codes at golf clubs? Golfshake's Derek Clements looks at this contentious topic, how things have evolved, what's still there today, and shares his view on whether there is any justification for these rules to still exist. read more ...

Following the successful launch of the new and improved Golfshake App, we wanted to share a closer look at the key features and functionality that make it such a valuable tool for every golfer. read more ...

A round of golf should be a cherished experience. So, it would take something significant to make you walk off and quit before completing your 18 holes. But it does happen. Could these things make you walk off the golf course? read more ...

When you think of a typical golf course, bunkers will be a regular feature, perhaps being present on each hole, providing a formidable hazard to avoid that adds to the strategic quality of the layout. However, there are some notable courses that don't have any bunkers whatsoever, which certainly qualifies them as being distinctive these days. read more ...

Golf clubs are always claiming some unique characteristic that makes them stand out from the crowd, which is understandable when you consider that there are around 3,000 courses dotted throughout Great Britain alone. But there can be only one highest layout, the venue that reaches closer to the sky more than any other. read more ...

Whenever you talk to a group of golfers about which things frustrate them, the chances are that slow play will be one of the first issues raised, but there is an argument that fast play can also contribute to congestion on golf courses. read more ...

Luke Donald favoured experience and continuity with his Ryder Cup picks, but there were naturally some disappointed players, including Matt Wallace, who hadn't done enough to justify selection, as Golfshake's Derek Clements explains. read more ...

The Alfred Dunhill Links Championship has long been a highlight of the golfing calendar, bringing together some of the biggest names in the game alongside intriguing personalities from the wider world of sport. With major champions, Ryder Cup favourites, and Andy Murray set to play, the 2025 Dunhill Links has the potential to be a classic. read more ...

The 45th Ryder Cup is approaching, and it has all the makings of being an unforgettable spectacle. These teams include 24 of the finest golfers on the planet, but who has the edge, and where are the likely weak spots? We have decided to rank each of the competitors who will step into the gauntlet. read more ...

At the start of each golf season most of us set ourselves targets for the year ahead. The sport we have chosen can be incredibly frustrating and hitting those goals often involves a lot of hard work. What targets did you set yourself for this season - and have you accomplished them yet? read more ...

Slow play is one of the most contentious topics in the game, but what is the answer? We believe that there could be a more traditional solution that will keep people happy and ensure a happy medium-ground when it comes to the pace of play at your golf course. read more ...

We all love nothing more than to walk down the middle of a fairway and find our golf ball sitting in a perfect lie, just begging to be hit properly. Sadly, golf is not always like that. So what are the shots that none of us relish? What are potential card wreckers? read more ...

It's been a long time since the Ryder Cup was last staged in England, but should the iconic event return to English soil, which venue should be chosen? Including past hosts, classic championship layouts, and modern designs, here are some intriguing suggestions. read more ...

The British Speedgolf Championship is one of the more unique events in the game and it will be staged at Sunningdale Heath Golf Club this September, with a maximum field of 70 competitors expected to participate in a challenge to combine speed with precision. read more ...

Even if you are someone who absolutely loves golf, that doesn't mean that there aren't things about it that won't get on your nerves. Golfers have all sorts of pet peeves that they encounter on the course, but what are the most common ones? read more ...

Everybody who has ever picked up a golf club wants to get better. We all want lower scores, better ball striking, more accurate drives, fewer putts.  So what can you do to improve your game and your scoring? read more ...

European Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald will be licking his lips at the prospect of facing the USA at Bethpage Black next month following the recent run of form for many of the key players. read more ...

With the six automatic Ryder Cup places signed and sealed, a number of European golfers still have much to play for as they hope to catch the eye of captain Luke Donald before he names his six picks on September 1. So it comes as no surprise to see a strong field heading to Switzerland for the Omega European Masters. read more ...

You learn a lot about yourself and others when playing the game of golf, but what are the lessons about the game that you wish you had known earlier? Golfshake's Derek Clements shares some of the things that he wish he knew sooner. read more ...

Golf technology hasn't stopped at the clubs, it has taken the humble golf trolley to whole new levels as well. From the simple push and pull manual trolleys, to electric trolleys with built-in GPS tracking systems. If you are in the market for a golf trolley, here are some of the top options for you! read more ...

How many rounds of golf have you played in your lifetime? That's something that many golfers can keep track of on Golfshake, either via the website or new app, but it'll be hard to imagine that most of us will have beaten the achievements of these four men. read more ...