The golf season is here and that means it's time to plan your schedule. Many of you will be booking rounds across the land to experience some of the finest layouts, while the more competitive minded among you should be searching for opportunities to enter open events. But we have found something special that combines both. read more ...

British Speedgolf has been growing in popularity in recent years and that positive journey is set to continue following the unveiling of its championship schedule for 2026. read more ...

Almost 1,400 golfers are set to enjoy a fabulous Harry Colt-designed course in a variety of engaging formats across what is sure to be a wonderful week this summer. read more ...

Golfers who love the idea of playing in a competitive, but fun, event over several days, playing a trio of fabulous courses, will simply relish the prospect of the 3 Peaks Golf Festival that is launching this summer. read more ...

The Yorkshire invitational is returning to Ilkley Golf Club on 16 and 17 September, and it returns with a bang. This year's Invitational will be hosted by legendary European golf figure Colin Montgomerie.  read more ...

Plan your next season with Golfshake. Record the courses you’ve played in 2025, see how many Top 100 venues you’ve ticked off, and build a digital bucket list using whereiplay.golf or the new Golfshake app. read more ...

From the questions golfers kept asking to the debates that got everyone talking, here’s what our most-read stories of 2025 say about the year in golf. read more ...

Golfers who want to improve their game will regularly visit the driving range for practice, but simply hitting balls isn't enough. This is how keen players can use their time there intelligently to make those sessions more worthwhile. read more ...

Amateur Golf Events returns for 2026, with a stronger than ever offering. The schedule boasts double the events for next year, with 20 competitions staged at some of the UK’s top 100 courses. Open to players of all abilities with a handicap, AGE aim to bring golfers together through events that strike the perfect balance of community and camaraderie with competition. read more ...

Not sure what to do now the 2025 golf season is over? Matt Holbrook talks stats, goals, open competitions and golf trips to make 2026 your best season so far. read more ...

A complete winter golf clothing guide from Golfshake: waterproofs, thermal layers, hats, gloves and mitts to keep you warm and dry so you can play your best all winter. read more ...

There are moments in golf that defy logic, maths and common sense. For most of us, a single hole-in-one would be enough to dine out on for decades. For 74-year-old Lyn Parry, it’s become almost - routine. read more ...

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 ...

First-hand reflections on the Ryder Cup 2025 - the good, the bad, and the lessons to be learned for the centenary event at Adare Manor in 2027. read more ...

Many golfers would love to see the game move a little quicker, but at the 2025 British Speedgolf Championships, supported by The R&A, pace of play was taken to an extraordinary level. read more ...

The USA coasted to a crushing 17-9 victory over GB&I in the Walker Cup at Cypress Point, continuing their dominance of the event, with questions surely now to be asked about the future format with many calling for the inclusion of Continental Europe in an attempt to make things more competitive. read more ...

The incredible Cypress Point will stage this week's Walker Cup between the United States and Great Britain and Ireland, with both teams full of players who could one day become household names. 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 ...

The Yorkshire Invitational has announced that former Ryder Cup captain, Mark James, will host this year's tournament at Ilkley Golf Club on Wednesday 3rd and Thursday 4th of September 2025.  read more ...

You may be aware of Prostate Cancer UK’s The Big Golf Race, in which they are trying to encourage golfers to take part in a golf marathon to raise money for vital research. But how do you prepare for a challenge like this? Golfshake's Derek Clements shares 12 essential tips. read more ...

Most golfers would be proud to log over 100 rounds in a year - but for 27-year-old Josh Simpson from King’s Lynn, that’s just the beginning. On a mission to break the Guinness World Record for the most golf courses played in a single calendar year. read more ...

At some point in our golfing lives, most of us will take part in a charity day. They serve two main purposes - raising money for a good cause and, if organised properly, they can be tremendous fun. So how on earth do you go about setting up a charity golf day?
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Since it was established in 2014, the Mizuno Golf Pairs Tour has grown significantly, providing golfers with the opportunity to compete at some of the finest golf courses in the UK and beyond. read more ...

There is a wonderful event taking place this week in Shropshire, where England & Wales Blind Golf take on Scotland Blind Golf in the Auld Enemies Cup at Hill Valley. Here is what you need to know about what is sure to be a fabulous occasion. read more ...

Sahith Theegala made headlines at the Tour Championship for calling a two-shot penalty on himself after he touched the sand on his backswing in a bunker. But how honest are you when it comes to following the rules? read more ...

Jacob Skov Olesen became the first Danish player to win the Amateur Championship as he beat England's Dominic Clemons 4&3 in Saturday's 36-hole final at Ballyliffin. read more ...

Everyone remembers Tiger Woods winning the US Open by 15 shots, but how about this performance from England's Dominic Clemons, who won the Scottish Men's Open Championship at Muirfield by 17 strokes at the weekend. read more ...

It's the time of year for playing golf into the evening when you're chasing sunlight, and England Golf has tapped into that by partnering with Golf Genius to launch a series of Twilight Golf Leagues. read more ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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, 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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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

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 ...

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 ...

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 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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...