A comprehensive whitepaper study has found that there is an urgent need for action in the golf industry, as rising maintenance, insurance, and operational costs immediately threaten the closure of 433 clubs in Great Britain. read more ...

An increasing number of golfers are becoming drawn to the concept of flexible memberships, which should make this new points-based pass that has been introduced by the Bridgedown Group, owners of three London golf courses, most intriguing. read more ...

The game of golf continues to evolve and Pitch, the modern and revolutionary indoor golf club, aims to be at the forefront of that growth after unveiling expansion plans that will see four exclusive new venues opening across the UK and Ireland.  read more ...

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Dollar Golf is an online portal that has been created to help golfers find the answers to their swing issues, with the ambition behind the site being to effectively provide users with their own golf coach, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Golfshake Ambassador Mel Davies describes what you can expect from the service. read more ...

Solex, the sports-focused sun cream brand, has announced its collaboration with several popular venues in the UK and Ireland to safeguard golfers from the harmful effects of sun exposure, with the innovative Solex sun cream applicator now available at some of golf’s leading courses.
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Galvin Green has released its latest Sustainability Review, providing insights to the company over the past 18 months highlighting their ongoing commitment to ethical practices and the environment. The 43 page report showcases the company's ongoing efforts to promote sustainability in their production processes and future goals in this area.
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Following two successful editions, The Women in Golf Awards is set to become even bigger this year as it has now been confirmed that its third annual ceremony will take place on November 28th 2024 at Foxhills, Surrey. read more ...

One of the most well-respected downland courses in Surrey, Effingham Golf Club, has officially opened it's new short game facility which will be one of the UK’s biggest and best.  The new facility was opened to members and guests at a recent launch event, with two-time DP World Tour winner and 2008 Ryder Cup player Oliver Wilson.
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Golfers in the South East of England will be intrigued to hear that the £15 million redevelopment project at Basingstoke Golf Club is nearing its conclusion, with a phased opening period for the Hampshire venue beginning this month. read more ...

Greetham Valley, which is Highly Recommended on Golfshake and has featured in several recent articles, has been acquired by the UK's largest country club operator, The Club Company. read more ...

If you are someone who wishes to carry their passion for golf into a rewarding career, then you'll be intrigued to discover that The Professional Golfer's Association has launched a new qualifications website, which has been designed to become a gateway resource that could introduce you to the golf industry. read more ...

Many golf facilities have been taken to another level in recent years - and Trackman Range is at the forefront of this revolution. Golfshake's Ryan Rastall recently visited Belton Woods to find out more about Trackman Range and to take a look at the new and improved range facilities available at this fantastic venue. read more ...

Following our most recent survey, which focused on winter golf and 2024 membership, Derek Clements reports on the results reviewing the information around golf club membership and whilst the membership data is fairly positive and not dissimilar to previous years, there could be some challenging times ahead for some golf clubs. read more ...

Former professional and current Sky Sports presenter and commentator, Nick Dougherty has taken the Golf Foundation's Unleash Your Drive campaign, which aims to introduce golf into schools throughout the country, to the House of Commons. read more ...

The Golf Foundation has been celebrating the impact of its Unleash Your Drives in Schools project, which has seen nearly 500 schools declare their interest since last September, with the first venues now delivering golf sessions using adapted Golfway equipment to help the mental wellbeing of youngsters across the country. read more ...

Pitch, the modern indoor golf club, has announced a strategic partnership with Trackman. Overseeing two venues in the heart of London with more to come across the continent, Pitch founders Elliot Godfrey and Chris Ingham have found a partner in Trackman who also recognises the growth opportunities for indoor golf. read more ...

Award-winning sustainable performancewear brand, Reflo, has announced that England men's football captain, the nation's all-time highest goal-scorer, Harry Kane as an investor and global ambassador read more ...

Golfers are increasingly searching for alternatives to the traditional club membership model, with the QHotels Group's Fairway Membership being among the most prominent, and it has continued to grow alongside the patterns outlined by the latest Sporting Insights Report for Q3 2023. read more ...

Our most recent survey focused on the consumer spending habits of over 1,600 avid golfers, comparing data from the 2023 survey with data previously captured 5 years ago in the 2018 annual Golfshake survey.   read more ...

Golfshake conducted a survey on golf club membership, gathering data and insights from 4,000 regular golfers over a ten-day period in 2023. Following the publication of eight articles we have now compiled a comprehensive overview of the data, analysis, and feedback. These include insights on the resurgence of waiting lists and joining fees at golf clubs, the value for money of golf club memberships, and the likelihood of renewing memberships in 2024.\ read more ...

Your response to our recent membership survey reveals that the landscape has changed in recent years. The boom that followed the COVID lockdown has seen both waiting lists and joining fees making a gradual comeback across the game. read more ...

Visitors are the lifeblood of many golf clubs around the UK. In our recent membership survey we asked what clubs could do to attract new visitors. You have plenty of views on this subject and they break down into a number of categories.
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If you are looking for a bargain or two into the New Year, then our friends at American Golf can offer assistance courtesy of their recently launched BIG BRAND SALE, which offers up to 50% off selected products in store and online.
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This article forms part of a series of articles from our 2023 end of season survey looking at golf club membership.  This is the first article looking specifically at the feedback from golf club membership. 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 ...

Making the right choice when selecting a golf shaft, to match your swing characteristics, can be the key to unlocking lower scores and long-term improvement. KBS Golf Shafts has become one of the leading brands in shaft selection, having been established in 2008 by iconic shaft designer Kim Braly.  Golfshake sat down with Kim Braly to discuss more. read more ...

It came as a shock when NBC announced that they would not be renewing Paul Azinger’s contract as lead golf analyst. So it comes as another surprise that they might be replacing him with Paul McGinley. read more ...

The 2023 World Golf Awards ceremony took place recently, with a selection of fine establishments enjoying their time in the limelight. There were over 20 awards issued during the evening, but we have selected a few that should pique the interest of ardent golfers. read more ...

In an additional View From The Fairway this week, Golfshake's Derek Clements reflects on his article last week focused on his woes joining a new golf club and it may have hit a nerve with other golfers. read more ...

Motocaddy has extended its partnership with Today's Golfer to support its 'Drive for Defibs' campaign, following a hugely successful first year that saw over 330 defibrillators registered at UK golf clubs. read more ...

TaylorMade have announced the release of their new Milled Grind 4 (MG4) wedge that looks set to be highly popular.  Golfers will find a combination of spin control, versatility and a premium feel in the MG4 wedge. read more ...

This week Ryan and Matt discussed the biggest golf stories of the week - including Justin Thomas just missing out, Bryson's 58, and Celine Boutier's back-to-back wins. They then look ahead to the 2023 Women's Open before exploring golf in Portugal with Ryan sitting down to chat with Chris Hollins from Golf's Greatest Holes. read more ...

Following last year's unveiling of Topgolf Glasgow in nearby Rutherglen, Scotland's largest city has even more to savour after the official opening of Golf It! on the south bank of Hogganfield Loch. read more ...

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 ...

Following the unprecedented boom in golf during the height of the pandemic, many observers were concerned that interest would begin to wane once normality returned, especially in the midst of the cost of living crisis, but new global participation figures announced by The R&A have painted an optimistic picture. read more ...

Oulton Hall recently introduced TrackMan Range technology to more than 15 bays at its driving range. Ryan Rastall, Golfshake Equipment Expert, was joined by Carly Booth and Simon Dyson to test the new facilities. read more ...

Following a hugely successful week at The Open were the Golf Foundation delivered junior golf to over 6,000 people, The R&A has renewed its commitment as a partner with a funding boost. read more ...

The 2023 Women in Golf Awards will take place at Walton Heath in August on the eve of the AIG Women's Open, with nominations open for each of the awards that now have announced sponsors from across the industry! read more ...

Part of an exciting week at Walton Heath Golf Club as its hosts the AIG Women's Open, the 2023 Women in Golf Awards will be hosted at the acclaimed venue on the evening of Tuesday 8th August just before the championship begins on the Thursday. read more ...

For a century, the name of FootJoy has become synonymous with the game of golf. From their innovative performance-enhancing shoes to helpful accessories. We take a look into the company's 100-year journey, exploring the key developments in the brand's history that have helped propel them into becoming one of the most reputable names in golf. read more ...

It is a story that has dominated the headlines - the proposed merger between the PGA Tour, DP World Tour and the Public Investment Fund (PIF). We ran a survey to seek your views. Unsurprisingly, you were as shocked as the rest of us. read more ...

Golfshake is delighted to reveal the 595 venues receiving the Highly Recommended status and 139 venues receiving the Service Excellence status for golf course reviews submitted to Golfshake during 2022. read more ...

The Golfshake Course Section is home to an incredible 280,000 golf course reviews submitted by the Golfshake Community over the last 12 years. With over 20,000 reviews submitted in 2022, we have analysed the data and identified the 2022 Golfshake Award Winners. read more ...

PlayMoreGolf, the UK’s largest points-based golf membership scheme, have announced record-breaking sales figures that may signal a significant shift in golfers’ habits. In March, the company achieved new member sales to the value of £1.25million - a 48% increase from its previous best. read more ...

A brand-new London-based golf club will open its doors for the first time in May 2023, with London Airlinks looking to arrive with a bang. Inspired by Scotland’s famous coastal courses, Glendale Golf’s London Airlinks Golf Course is the result of a multi-million-pound investment. read more ...

A new Stadium Golf Tour has been announced for the UK, where amateur golfers will be offered the opportunity of playing in some of the region’s finest sports stadiums. The home of England Rugby, Twickenham, will be the first venue to host the tour, which will take place in June. read more ...

Whighams Wine Bar and Boris Lietzow - owner of Jack White Hickory Golf Shop in Gullane - are thrilled to announce a collaborative project that will bring golfing spirits to your kitchen. read more ...

Junior membership figures have soared across the 542 golf clubs in England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland who participated in the GolfSixes League in 2022 - with even more growth expected this year. read more ...

This Christmas, golf fans can enjoy Breaking With Tradition, a documentary from filmmaker Sandra ML Mesrine and industry expert Nicole Wheatley that explores the history of women in golf.  read more ...

It has been announced that Scotland's first Topgolf destination will open its doors to the public on Friday 16th December at 10am in Rutherglen near Glasgow. read more ...

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 UK’s largest points-based golf membership scheme, PlayMoreGolf is offering £15 off yearly membership and 20 free points for home golf rounds (worth up to £70) as part of Black Friday. 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 ...