Should you always keep score when playing golf? That's a question that Golfshake's Derek Clements attempts to answer, drawing on his own experiences and looking at the benefits of keeping track your rounds and exactly what you shot. read more ...

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 ...

If you're someone who plays throughout the winter months, you will see some sights on the golf course at this time of year. Golfshake's Derek Clements has described some of the characters he has seen when playing golf this winter. read more ...

TGL finally made its debut this past week, but what is the new indoor golf league all about and what do you need to know? We take a closer look at the format, technology and points system to give you a flavour of what could be the future of golf entertainment. read more ...

It's an understatement to say that the World Handicap System has divided opinion among many golfers since it was introduced back in 2020, but new figures revealed by England Golf have underlined the benefits of the system. read more ...

When it comes to pursuing a university education in the United States, many students dream of combining their academic ambitions with their passion for sport. For aspiring golfers, that dream can become a reality through the opportunity to secure a golf scholarship in the U.S. However, navigating the scholarship process can be complex and overwhelming for students and their families. read more ...

We all know one - the golfer who simply must have the latest gadget. But as we head into a new year it seems like a timely opportunity to consider the gadgets you may want to add to your own collection. read more ...

Winter is here, but that doesn't mean your golf game has to suffer. In fact, with the right accessories, you can enjoy a comfortable and enjoyable round of golf even in the coldest of temperatures.  We take a closer look at the top winter golf accessories to keep you out on the course whatever the weather this winter. read more ...

As winter sets in, it brings with it a whole new set of challenges for golfers. With rain and potentially snow soaking courses, it's crucial to have the right footwear on your feet. Not only can it protect you from the elements, but it can also significantly impact your scores on the course. In this article, we've rounded up some of our top choices for winter golf shoes that will keep you warm, dry, and stable on the course.
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Callaway has announced the release of its new 2025 Callaway Elyte family of Drivers, Fairway Metals, Hybrids and Irons. read more ...

How important is it to have the correct shaft fitted to your golf clubs? Without the slightest shadow of a doubt, it is the most vital component.  Find out all you need to know in our latest video explainer. read more ...

IF WE are to believe everything we read, club golf in the UK is in an incredibly healthy place. There are those who may not agree. As we start a new year it is worth taking a look at the challenges faced by a number of clubs that would indicate all is not as well as we may think. read more ...

If you want to lower your handicap in 2025, it will take some hard work and good thinking. Here are ten things that we - and you - should consider doing next season to make significant improvements to your game. read more ...

rn Another year dawns and, with it, a bucketful of hope and expectations. Do you make resolutions? And, more importantly, do you keep them? Golfshake's Derek Clements has got these golf objectives for 2025 - and he intends to achieve them. read more ...

If you're looking to upgrade your putting game, now is the time to do it with major discounts on a variety of golf putters from the top online retailers. read more ...

IT is going to be another big year in the world of professional golf, with The Open returning to Northern Ireland and Europe attempting to successfully defend the Ryder Cup on American soil.  Will Rory McIlroy finally end his major drought? Can Charley Hull land a women’s major? Sports Writer Derek Clements offers his thoughts. read more ...

If you are looking to add something new to your golf bag, then now could be the perfect time as the leading online retailers heavily discount some of their golf stock offering amazing golf deals off the leading brands. With savings over 50% on some golf driver csheck out the list below featuring over 40 different golf drivers which we have split out into brands and price categories. read more ...

Golfshake's Derek Clements loves this game, but he's the first to admit that there are all sorts of things he would change about it. So, as we enter a new year, these are the resolutions he would like to see golf make - and keep - in 2025. read more ...

The Boxing Day sales are here, and you won't want to miss out on the incredible savings offered by major retailers like Scottsdale, American Golf, and Amazon. From clubs to clothing and everything in between, with savings of up to 50% from top-rated brands including Srixon, Wilson, TaylorMade, Titleist, Callaway, PING and more. read more ...

Most of us play the majority of our golf in fourballs, sharing time on the course with three of our closest friends. But what makes the perfect fourball? Golfshake's Derek Clements explains what he does and doesn't hope for. read more ...

This is a time of year when many golfers decide to put their clubs into winter hibernation. But we want to encourage you to play for 12 months of the year. And here are just some benefits of playing winter golf. read more ...

In his latest video, golf expert Ryan reveals the impact that adjusting the settings on modern drivers can have on your game. In a compelling test using his own driver, Ryan showcases the significant improvements that a custom fitting can provide, from club head speed to shot shape and distance. read more ...

As a new year approaches, what better time to look ahead? Golfshake's Derek Clements has shared 25 things that he hopes will happen in the world of golf in 2025. read more ...

If you bought a new suit, you would try it on first, and if you purchased a new car, you would take it for a test drive. Why wouldn't you do the same with your golf clubs? Golfshake's Derek Clements explains why - from personal experience - custom fitting is absolutely essential for golfers these days. read more ...

Right or wrong, golf is a sport that has a reputation for being a sport that tends to get stuck in its ways. But have things got better? In our recent membership survey we asked what you expect from your golf club and what changes you would like to see. read more ...

TPI-certified personal trainer and biomechanics coach, Jon Hodgkinson shares five of the very best dumbbell exercises that are specifically tailored for senior golfers. read more ...

Featuring two sensors that measure your wrist angles at address, top of swing and at impact, the HackMotion is a hugely impressive training aid and swing analyser. Golfshake's Andy Waple has tested and reviewed it for us. read more ...

Prostate Cancer UK has partnered with innovative software company Trackman to create an indoor virtual challenge for UK golfers this winter, all of which raises awareness for The Big Golf Race, which is the biggest fundraiser in golf. read more ...

In our most recent golf club membership survey we asked whether you were expecting to see your membership costs rising in 2025 and it should come as no surprise to learn that the overwhelming majority of you believe that they will. But do these fees still offer value for money? read more ...

The world’s leading tour professionals all set targets for themselves at the start of each season, so why should it be any different for those of us who play at club level or class ourselves as nomadic golfers? read more ...

We enjoy testing ourselves and competing against the golf course, but what gets us motivated to play are the people that we share the game with. But who are the golf friends that you want to have? read more ...

If you are a golfer then, you will surely dread some of the gifts you will be opening on December 25. So with your best interests at heart, we have put together a list of the gifts that we would all like to wake up to. Why not print it out and leave it where it can be found? read more ...

Sit back in any clubhouse bar and listen in on the conversations going on around you. What is the most common subject for discussion? The condition of the course will be right up there, but will golfers ever be happy about it? read more ...

Despite the apparent boom remaining in healthy shape, courses are continuing to close in the UK, and we are even seeing clubs merge together, with these relocations actually not being anything new. Golfshake's Derek Clements asks whether this could be the future of the game. read more ...

What improvements do golfers want to see made at their golf clubs? That was a question we put to more than 3,000 of you who responded to our recent golf club membership survey, and the comments we received were illuminating. read more ...

Golf tourism is an industry that attracts millions of enthusiasts each year. Keep reading to discover some lucrative golf tourism jobs and their requirements.  read more ...

Calling all golfers! Beware! This is the time of year when your nearest and dearest are turning their thoughts to what on earth they should buy to fill your Christmas stocking. And these are the presents you definitely DON’T want to be opening. read more ...

Martin Dempster's The Art of Scottish Golf is a book that is a love letter to golf in Scotland. Golfshake Ambassador Andy Picken has reviewed this new release for us, and it reading it has proven to be an inspiring experience. read more ...

The results of our latest golf club membership survey are in, with 3,000 Golfshake subscribers responding, revealing the current health of memberships in the UK and the general happiness of golf club members. read more ...

We've seen night golf in places like Portugal, Dubai and Turkey, but how about West Sussex? Well, that's exactly what golfers at Cowdray recently experienced during an exciting evening. read more ...

If you are looking for a touch of inspiration and motivation to play golf this winter, then The QHotels Collection is inviting golfers like you to participate in its upcoming series of winter open events, to be played at Slaley Hall, Forest Pines, Dunston Hall and Belton Woods. read more ...

Earlier this week, Golfshake's Derek Clements wrote an article calling for a rethink on the annual subscriptions paid by senior golfers, which drew a significant response from those who believe that senior golfers are already getting a fair deal. read more ...

Following months of uncertainty, it has now been confirmed that Scotland's fourth largest city, Dundee, will be left without municipal golf in 2025 after local councillors voted to approve the closure of Caird Park. read more ...

Supporting the growth of the sport in the North West of England, Lancashire Golf has confirmed that it will stage a new tournament for golfers with a disability in 2025, to be held at Lytham Green Drive Golf Club. read more ...

As climate change intensifies, so does the need for golf courses to adopt sustainable practices that protect natural resources and reduce environmental impacts. Phil Grice, Director at Custodian Golf, explains why by combining environmental stewardship with forward-thinking financial strategies, golf can not only survive but thrive. read more ...

For many senior golfers, their club membership is an essential lifeline, but the cost can be challenging to meet. While many clubs do offer reduced rates for older members, that isn't the case everywhere, far from it, and Golfshake's Derek Clements, a senior golfer himself, believes that has to change. read more ...

Following several years away from the game due to injury, Golfshake's Derek Clements returned to the sport in 2024, which was not without its challenges, but his journey to loving playing again has shown that you are never too old to get back into golf. read more ...

There is a perception among non-golfers that our sport is expensive. Unsurprisingly, those of us who play the game are quick to reject such claims. But with a new year ahead it got Golfshake's Derek Clements thinking about how much a full season is actually going to cost the average club player. read more ...

Like it or not, we are now in the grip of winter. We have many bleak weeks and months ahead and the key is to be ready for it. Here are ten things you are going to need to play golf this winter. read more ...

Golf club memberships can be invaluble and rewarding, but there are times when golfers take the decision to leave a particular club, but when would that be the right call? Here are some factors that would make leaving your club justified. read more ...

Whether we like it or not, golf course closures are inevitable during winter, and sometimes the weather makes it unappealing to play anyway. But when that happens, here are some things that you could be doing instead! read more ...

Indoor golf venues have been appearing throughout the UK, becoming increasingly popular and bringing a different form of the game to both keen players and newcomers who wouldn't otherwise ever pick up a club. Where should you start? We have picked out some of the best-rated venues throughout the country to give you a flavour of what's available. read more ...

If you're hoping to keep your game in shape this winter, spending time at the range is essential. We share some helpful tips and discuss the benefits of dedicating hours during the coming weeks and months at your local facility. read more ...

Many golfers decide to hang up their clubs when the clocks change. But Golfshake's Derek Clements believes that is a mistake, that you should continue playing throughout winter by setting yourself these targets. read more ...

TPI-certified personal trainer and biomechanics coach, Jon Hodgkinson helps you to play golf without pain by sharing these five simple golf exercises designed to protect your back. read more ...

If you have a dream list of courses that you want to play, you might be put off by their cost throughout the peak months of the season, but in winter, venues typically slash their green fees - often dramatically - making them significantly more affordable to visit. read more ...

Some golfers decided to cancel their memberships this year, while others wanted to join a club, but found that they couldn't. Why has this happened and what does it mean for the game? We surveyed those golfers to find out the reasons. read more ...

What should you do to look after your clubs and golf accessories, especially throughout the winter months? Golfshake's Derek Clements has plenty of experience of both what to do and what not to do and shares his advice. read more ...

When you watch golf on TV, you will hear the voices of many different commentators who describe the action and share their insights, but what makes someone great at that unique and challenging role? read more ...

Everyone knows that golf is a mental game, with your thought process and decision making dictating so much about how you will perform on the course. Golfshake's Derek Clements believes he has found the answers after reading Think Less! Golf! by Dean Harris. read more ...

Golf courses are wonderfully photogenic places that are full of colour, scenery and even wildlife. It can sometimes be a distraction during a round as you take out your phone and capture what you've seen, but the images can be memorable. That was certainly the case for talented amateur photographer and greenkeeper Joe Simpson at Ipswich Golf Club, who was announced as the winner of the annual BIGGA Photographic Competition for the third time. read more ...

Winter is the perfect time to start looking ahead, so why not draw up a golf bucket list? We all have things that we want to do and achieve in golf, so perhaps you should get yourself a piece of paper or open up your laptop and get your thoughts down. read more ...

When you're on the golf course or watching the best players, you will see many very different characters with a huge mix of personalities. But are there any particular types who are more successful than others? Golfshake's Derek Clements attempts to answer this difficult question. read more ...

Vandalism is a problem that doesn't seem to be going away, but what can golf clubs do to protect themselves? Howley Hall in Leeds has taken dramatic and expensive measures to fend off vandals and to ensure that its course remains in the best possible shape for both its members and visitors to enjoy. read more ...

Many famous people have played the legendary Old Course at St Andrews, but for Golfshake's Kieran Clark, none of these moments were greater than when former US president played the iconic layout in 2017. Here is a full account of a day that no one who witnessed it will forget. read more ...

Historic North Oxford Golf Club, which was established back in 1907, is set to close next year after the 70-acre site was chosen to be part of a major housing development. read more ...

What begins to change at your golf course when winter makes its typically unwelcome appearance? You might start to see important maintenance projects getting underway, alongside the introduction of other measures like winter tees, fairway mats, and, perhaps most disappointing of all, the spectre of temporary greens. read more ...

When you think about it, strange things happen to golfers both on and off the course. Golfshake's Derek Clements recounts his experiences of this crazy game and shares several tales that encapsulate the absurdity of it all! read more ...

Play More, Play Better is our motto so we are delighted to introduce Jon Hodgkinson, as the new Golfshake Fitness & Training Coach. Jon is a Titleist Performance Institute certified personal trainer and biomechanics coach specialising in improving flexibility, rotation, and strength. read more ...

With the peak golf season now behind us and thoughts turning to the the return of the warmer weather in 2025, now is the perfect time to gather your thoughts on golf club membership. read more ...

Reflecting on the past year of golf equipment and some of the standouts that have been tested and reviewed by our Equipment Expert, Ryan Rastall, we have picked out a series of drivers, woods, irons, wedges and putters that might just give you a well-earned treat. read more ...

Golfshake's Kieran Clark thought it would be fitting to reflect on some notable horror stories that he has experienced on the golf course, some of which you could find relatable, while others you may see yourself feeling pity towards him for. read more ...

The relationship between golfers and greenkeepers should be a collaborative and mutually supportive one, and that is especially true during those months of the year when growth is low, temperatures are cold, and rainfall is substantial. Here are some ways that all golfers can help their courses throughout this winter season. read more ...

Golf clubs have made a lot of progress to become more inclusive and accessible, but are there areas where they could still improve? Golfshake's Derek Clements believes there are several issues that need to be addressed. read more ...

Municipal courses have been a valuable starting ground for millions of golfers and a vital lifeline for the sport for those people who cannot afford to join a golf club - or simply don’t want to. But their existence is being constantly threatened, and that is damaging for the game. read more ...

Believe it or not, it's almost 25 full years since the millennium, but how has golf changed during the 21st century? Golfshake's Derek Clements takes a look at the biggest changes and events we've seen and whether they have made the game better or worse.
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Why are so many of us obsessed with playing competitive golf? Perhaps you would enjoy the game more just playing it recreationally, without a card in hand. Golfshake's Derek Clements looks at the joys of simply playing for fun, but also explores the benefits of scoring properly. read more ...

Has your local golf course been impacted by flooding? It's just one of many environmental challenges facing golf clubs in Great Britain, which Custodian Golf has explored in its latest findings that analyse the future viability of some courses. read more ...

How many of the 14 clubs in your bag do you actually use - or even need? Golfshake's Derek Clements argues that the majority of golfers can significantly reduce the number of clubs they have and be no worse off. read more ...

We're sure that some of you have tracked at least 36 holes during the summer, but could you imagine playing non-stop for 24 hours? Well, that is exactly what eight amateur golfers did when they embarked on an incredible challenge - Project 2024 - which saw them play for an entire day in the perpetual sunlight and stormy conditions of Norway. read more ...

Are golfers being priced out of some golf courses? It's a question that many of us are asking in this age of rampant green fee inflation, when once-accessible layouts are charging eye-watering sums and those most prized venues are residing on another planet entirely. And we now have the answer. read more ...

When you visit any golf club these days, you will see a majority of players using trolleys, but do they really need to? As winter approaches, Golfshake's Derek Clements looks at the benefits of carrying while also explaining why trolleys are necessary for many players. read more ...

We have picked out ten golf books that have been published in 2024 that you may fancy delving into. Which most catches your eye? Why not spend those dark winter evenings reading some of them! read more ...

Craigie Hill Golf Club in Perth has made a bold decision in order to secure its long-term future after submitting plans to reduce itself from 18 holes to nine and transform the landscape into 175 homes that will help to fund a wider redevelopment. read more ...

If your golf club came to you and requested that you pay an immediate levy to help alleviate short-term financial concerns, would you do that? That's exactly what the members of Musselburgh Golf Club have unanimously approved, agreeing to pay £100 to solve cash flow issues at the acclaimed venue in East Lothian. read more ...

Introducing two prestigious golf courses as part of its latest update, users of the Awesome Golf Simulator across all compatible launch monitors will receive access to Wentworth’s West Course and Dubai’s Majlis Course at the Emirates Golf Club as part of its 3.0 software update. read more ...

Over half of golfers believe that pace of play has slowed on courses during the past five years, but what could be the explanation for that? That was a question that we put to the Golfshake Community, and the responses were illuminating, with many notable factors being cited. read more ...

It's that time of the year when things might be starting to change at your golf club. And you need to be aware of winter rules and just how they can impact the course, your game, and also your ability to submit scores that will be eligible for your Handicap System. read more ...

Last month, two Scottish golf courses - The Hirsel in the Borders and Torrance Park in Motherwell - announced that they would close their doors, but now a leading industry figure has warned that even more clubs could suffer the same fate. read more ...

Dundonald Links is a venue that we have enjoyed and covered extensively on Golfshake. Our Equipment Expert Ryan Rastall loves it here, so he decided to showcase the entirety of the back-nine, filming every shot he played and discussing the holes and the challenges they present. read more ...

Does the pace of play ruin the spectacle of watching professional golf? That was a question that we put to 2,000 golfers, and the response has been diverse and fascinating, with many coming up with their own solutions to the problem, as Golfshake's Derek Clements describes in this new article. read more ...

Why do you love sport? For Golfshake's Derek Clements, it is all about the glorious unpredictability of it all. He describes moments in golf - and other sports - that live with him and remind us of the magic of it all. read more ...

How long should a round of golf ideally take to play? That's a question we put to 2,000 golfers, but the answer wasn't the same for everyone and players have differing views on what they consider slow play and whether it's really a problem. read more ...

The Paragolfer machine has made a dramatic difference to the lives of disabled golfers, and on 14th October, wheelchair users will have the chance to try it for themselves at Woburn Golf Club. read more ...

There are some encouraging figures for the game of golf worldwide as The R&A has revealed new participation figures that show an increase of more than three million adult golfers playing the sport.   read more ...

Which golf courses would you consider to be iconic? That's a question that we put to a trio of experienced minds, and we can now reveal what they came up with. Do you agree with their selections - and which courses do you think should be added to the list? read more ...

What things have made you walk off a golf course without completing your round? Bad weather and injuries are common factors, but our most recent survey has found that close to half of golfers have given up due to the pace of play. 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 ...

We've seen both The Hirsel and Torrance Park in Scotland announce closures in recent days, but there is also an English golf course that is currently facing an uncertain future. read more ...

Last week, it was The Hirsel Golf Club in the Borders that announced that it had filed for bankruptcy, but sadly another course in Scotland has closed its doors in the form of Torrance Park in Motherwell. read more ...

Finding the right driver for your game is arguably the most important purchase that any golfer can make. But how does a golfer uncover that ideal club, the driver that is best suited for them? read more ...

Golf club members and nomadic golfers all have one thing in common - they enjoy playing unfamiliar courses and having new and memorable experiences. We have already looked at what members expect from their clubs, but what do we all expect when we visit new courses? read more ...

Located in the Scottish Borders, the Hirsel Golf Club has suddenly closed its doors after committee members at the club's AGM voted to immediately file for bankruptcy, having finally succumbed to significant financial pressures. read more ...

Established in 1869, Northumberland's Alnmouth Village Golf Club is England's oldest nine-hole links, but that story spanning over 150 years could be threatened by coastal erosion. read more ...

After a summer that has seemed to be all too short, we are fast approaching the time of year when many of you might well be considering whether you want to renew your golf club subscription in 2025. It got us thinking about a simple question: what do you want and/or expect from your golf club? And, as it turns out, none of it is rocket science. read more ...

Golf is a game that gets in your head. No matter what standard you play to, there will be times when you think that you have cracked it, only for it to come back and kick you where it hurts the most. And because of the way that it can play with us, we all make mistakes that make us look pretty stupid. read more ...

While they are to be praised for the work that they do, perhaps we as club golfers should be asking ourselves what we can do to help the greenkeepers. Golfshake's Derek Clements has come up with some basic things that should all do on the golf course. read more ...

Stray golf balls have smashed car windows and narrowly missed passersby at Thorney Park Golf Club, which has led to the South Buckinghamshire venue to submit plans to redesign the course in order to address health and safety concerns. read more ...

There is a perception among many non-golfers that our sport is elitist, that it favours wealthy, well-connected individuals. They believe that annual subscriptions are sky-high, that equipment is ludicrously expensive, that the game is riddled with snobbery. But how true are those beliefs? read more ...

The Old Course at St Andrews has long been the most scrutinised layout on the planet, but what are best and worst holes? Golfshake's Kieran Clark has played here more than most and he ranks all 18 from his least favourite to most favourite. read more ...

Earlier this summer, male and female golfers came together in teams at Little Aston Golf Club for the inaugural Prostate Cancer UK Mixed Pairs Invitational. read more ...

What are the most popular golf channels on YouTube? We've had a peek into subscriber numbers to see who stands out above the rest - perhaps giving you a place to start if you are yet to fully immerse yourself into the universe of Rick Shiels and Bryson DeChambeau. read more ...

Turnberry's new peak green fee of £1,000 went viral, and that got us thinking about how the iconic Ayrshire layout compares to other eye-watering prices in the world. On the face of it, peak Turnberry is the highest on the planet, but others are even more restrictive to those who don't possess the deepest pockets. read more ...

Sadly, this has been a topic that we've covered repeatedly in recent times, as vandals have routinely targeted golf courses throughout the UK. There is no corner of the land that has been untouched by this menace, with Holywell Golf Club in Wales just the latest victim, with the course having been attacked on several occasions in recent days. read more ...

The Big Golf Race - which raises funds for Prostate Cancer UK - has been a massive success this year and has already surpassed the £1m donation mark. read more ...

England's Lottie Woad has claimed the prestigious Mark H McCormack Medal as the leading woman in the World Amateur Golf Ranking for 2024, being the first winner from her nation, and the 20-year-old will receive exemptions into the US Women’s Open and the AIG Women’s Open in 2025. read more ...

We have covered extensively the rising cost of green fees at the most celebrated golf courses in the UK & Ireland, but even we were caught off guard when we saw the price to play the legendary Ailsa Course at Turnberry in 2025. read more ...

We have written a great deal about the respective benefits of club membership and nomadic golf. Golfshake's Derek Clements falls firmly into the membership camp. For him, it represents great value and offers a great social life, as well as the opportunity to play some competitive sport. This is how he would convince someone to become a golf club member. read more ...

Was this the Olympic Games that showed golf truly belonged in the event? Following the dramatic victories - and emotional celebrations - of both Scottie Scheffler and Lydia Ko, Golfshake's Derek Clements believes that our game has justified its place. read more ...

Lydia Ko completed her set of Olympic medals, striking gold as she won the women’s tournament at the Olympic Games at Le Golf National by two shots. read more ...

When you're visiting a golf course, how much do you value the hospitality and welcome that you receive? Golfshake's Derek Clements has had many positive and negative experiences, which made an impression and underlined just how essential good customer service is. read more ...

Seven-year-old Walter Hall didn't have to wait long to make his first hole-in-one. On the same day that his favourite golfer Scottie Scheffler claimed Olympic Gold, Walter was playing at The Ross on Wye Golf Club, when he stood on the tee of the seventh hole and aced his shot of 111 yards for something that was clearly written in the stars. read more ...

Prostate Cancer UK's The Big Golf Race is set to achieve record fundraising and participation numbers this year, thanks to venues like Chestfield Golf Club near Whitstable in Kent, which has raised over £25,000. read more ...

It's likely that you have known someone who has lived with Parkinson's, and golfers can now support the cause by taking part in a nationwide campaign, Par for Parkinson’s, by hosting their own golf event in aid of the UK charity’s vital research into treatments and a cure. read more ...

Golf memberships remain the foundation that the sport is built on in this country, but it's clear that a nomadic existence is more suited to other golfers. Despite being a club member, Golfshake's Derek Clements explains why he understands the appeal of paying when you play. read more ...

Golfshake's Derek Clements wanted to know more about the growing world of golf influencers, and he was stunned by what he found, questioning how much any of it has to do with influencing people or the game itself. read more ...

This may seem like a strange question but here goes anyway: why do you play golf? The answer might be different for everyone. Derek Clements has changed his expectations through the years and he shares a few reasons why you might be addicted to this wonderful game. read more ...

If you're planning to download a golf GPS app, where should you start? Well, these are some of the most popular. Why not get one today and see what difference it could make to your game! read more ...

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 ...

Golf is a uniquely challenging sport that can follow us throughout our lifetimes. But the difficulty can evolve as you age. Golfshake's Derek Clements is an older golfer and he describes the ways that the game has become harder for him. read more ...

We take a look at the evolving digital and online habits of golfers, analysing data from our most recent survey which was completed by over 1,200 avid golfers and underlines the growing importance of social media platforms - especially YouTube. read more ...

Avoiding disasters is the most effective way of lowering your handicap, but making pars and birdies is always a solid confidence boost during a round - it gives you a fillip and helps to build momentum during your day. But how many should you make in your next round of golf? read more ...

Team GB's hopes of medal-winning golfers will be led by four individuals at the Olympic Games in Paris this year, and they will be equally divided between the men's and women's events. read more ...

The Open at Royal Troon will showcase golf in Ayrshire, which made it disappointing to read that nearby Prestwick St Nicholas Golf Club had been vandalised just days before thousands of golfers descend on a region that gave birth to the sport's oldest major championship. 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 ...

Golf is meant to be fun. As you grow older it can become a difficult, physically demanding and frustrating sport. But if you are aged 60 and over there is no reason why you still cannot enjoy this wonderful game. Golfshake's Derek Clements is a senior golfer and has come up with 10 tips that he hopes might help you to get the most from your game. read more ...

You might think that playing golf courses in Scotland can be expensive, and it often is, but there are so many wonderful places that can be experienced for a comparatively modest price. We have searched across the nation to identify 60 of the best golf courses in Scotland that you can play for under £50.  read more ...

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 ...

You may have heard of The Big Golf Race, Prostate Cancer's UK largest golf fundraising challenge, but if you're unsure about whether you wish to participate this year, then the story of Mike Bee should inspire you to have a go. read more ...

At some stage or other, most of us have taken part in either a golf society day or break away from home. Golfshake's Derek Clements has vast experience of these and he shares his guide to make sure it all goes well. read more ...

If you want to play one of the best golf courses in the UK & Ireland, the chances are that you will be required to pay a green fee that could be viewed as gratuitously high. But there are thankfully some exceptions. We believe that we have found the place that might just offer the perfect marriage of affordability and quality. 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 ...

Golfers across the UK have dusted off their golf clubs, gathered friends, and decided to take on The Big Golf Race to support Prostate Cancer UK's fundraising challenge to help save men's lives. read more ...

The vast majority of us only keep a proper scorecard when we are playing in a monthly medal. Medal play is a very different game, when every shot counts. And that means we should prepare differently and tackle the whole process differently. But how many of us actually do that? read more ...

For a variety of reasons, golf viewership on TV is declining, but in the emerging world of YouTube, the audience is only growing massively. We asked golfers to explain why they're being put off watching traditional golf, what they want to see in the coverage, and how things could become better. read more ...

Par 3s are an integral part of any golf course and they come in all shapes and sizes. But how good are you on these short holes and do you compare to other golfers? We can reveal what golfers shoot on par 3s across different handicap categories. read more ...

Golf can be the most inclusive of sports, and that fact is underlined by the story of 49-year-old Neal Hume from the Midlands, who suffered a stroke in November 2022, which instantly changed his and his family's life, with Neal's speech and movement in his right side being impacted, but getting back into the game has been key to his recovery. read more ...

Continuing our series of stat-based articles to help you set benchmarks for your game, we are posing the question of whether you hit enough fairways and greens in regulation. We can now reveal how you compare to others who play to a similar or better standard to see just where you stand in two essential categories. read more ...

Golfshake's Derek Clements has been struggling off the tee lately, so in search of an answer, he visited our Equipment Expert, Ryan Rastall, to undergo a full driver fitting that made a dramatic difference to his game. read more ...

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 ...

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 ...

How much is too much? Many of you are nomadic golfers who choose to pay green fees whenever you play this wonderful game of ours - and that can be extremely expensive. But where do you draw the line and is there any justification for some of the prices you see these days? 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 ...

Sometimes, it can seem like golf brings out the worst in people. We've all seen temper tantrums and various examples of shenanigans, some of which are barely believable. Golfshake's Derek Clements has been playing golf for decades and shares the worst behaviour that he has witnessed on the course. read more ...

Now in his 70s, Golfshake's Travel Editor Andy Waple has been concerned about a drop in driving distance, so instead of just giving into the passage of time, he has acquired a set of SpeedStix swing trainers to see if they can make a difference to a senior golfer. read more ...

It's a rare opportunity to play a brand new golf course, but that is exactly what you can do as The Inspiration Club in London opens its doors, with tee time bookings now being made available to the general public. read more ...

Due to rising costs and other reasons, some golfers may have already or could be considering leaving their golf club. But Golfshake's Derek Clements believes that would be a mistake as he explains why ending your membership could be the worst possible thing you can do. read more ...

Every time we step on to the first tee we live in hope that this is going to be the dream round, the day when everything goes right, that we find the middle of every fairway, rifle irons to the heart of greens and see holes like buckets. Sadly, the reality can often be very different. Here are some things that can ruin your round of golf! read more ...

And suddenly, as if by magic, golf courses all over the land are presented in fabulous condition. Following the worst winter of rainfall that any of us can remember, Golfshake's Derek Clements explains why our greenkeepers deserve even more praise in 2024. 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 ...

Are you a better putter than you believe yourself to be? The only way to accurately determine that is by comparing yourself to other golfers, and specifically their statistics. Consider what your own handicap is - as we can now see how you compare to thousands of players at different levels of the game. read more ...

Throughout your lifetime golf can be a fleeting companion or a permanent confidant, but it can also drift in and out of view as the years progress. When you think about it, several obvious factors can make golfers turn away from the game, whether it be a temporary situation or something that lasts decades. read more ...

Reaching single-figures is a milestone that a lot of golfers aspire to. Getting to that standard can be the fulfillment of many years of playing and practicing, while some of us just can't quite get there for one reason or another. But one key area to consider is what exactly it takes to become such a proficient golfer.  read more ...

The G4D Open makes a welcome return to Woburn Golf Club this week as the most skilled golfers with disabilities compete in a fabulous event that has been established in partnership between The R&A and the DP World Tour and supported by EDGA. read more ...

How much would you pay for a round of golf? It's a question that many golfers are having to ask themselves in this age when it appears that green fees have risen exponentially. However, whatever your green fee ceiling, there are wonderful courses to play, as we can reveal in this article. Would you pay this to play these golf courses? read more ...

How does your game compare to the average golfer? We all have particular strengths and weaknesses that either raise our performance or exist to hold us back from reaching that next level. If you want to match or surpass that standard, then here are the targets that you probably need to reach. read more ...

A new film from EDGA that celebrates a fantastic group of golfers with disability will premiere on Sky Sports Golf this week with several showings during the coming days. read more ...

The health of golf clubs remains the truest way to assess the current state of the game. And things currently look pretty strong. However, it would be remiss not to reflect on the continued challenges that golf clubs are presented with, all of which have a potential impact in the shorter, but particularly longer term. read more ...

When it comes to costs and tee times, it's a constant challenge for golf clubs to successfully balance the needs of their members alongside ensuring that they continue to attract visitors. But is this really achievable? Golfshake's Derek Clements has some thoughts on the subject. read more ...

Pedham Place Golf Centre is a hugely popular venue in Kent that has consistently drawn golfers and societies to this location on the outskirts of Swanley. However, the long-term future of this superb facility could be in doubt should ambitious and locally contentious plans outlined by Sevenoaks District Council come to fruition. read more ...

Former European Tour winner and current Sky Sports Golf mainstay Nick Doughterty has partnered with the Golf Foundation's new Play In May campaign that is requesting that golfers support the ambitious 'Unleash Your Drive in School's' initiative with a special competition that could take you to Wentworth. read more ...

Since it opened last year, Golf It!, which is The R&A's community-based golf and entertainment facility in Glasgow, has driven its mission to make the game more accessible and inclusive, with that philosophy now being taken to another level as it joins ScottishPower’s tourist trail of electric vehicle charge points. read more ...

Golf is a sport that is seemingly built on tradition, but when you think about it, few of these conventions have anything to do with actually playing the game and have instead been imposed by institutions in the form of golf clubs and governing bodies. Here are some of these old-fashioned rules that Golfshake's Kieran Clark really thinks ought to go. read more ...

The Royal and Ancient Golf Club Clubhouse is a building that is both synonymous with St Andrews and the wider game of golf, but the iconic structure has been undergoing something of a facelift during the past 18 months, which has now been completed. read more ...

Technology has made it easier than ever before for golfers to study and analyse their swing. The BAL.ON Smart Kit is one of the more intriguing that we've seen lately. It consists of pressure soles, smart pods, and a smartphone app. Powered by pressure sensors and AI, this device offers you real-time swing analysis and coaching. read more ...

We have brought together the best twilight golf green fees that you can find in England - which you should consider taking advantage of this season, whether you live in the nation or fancy travelling to visit from further afield! read more ...

With the promise of warmer and drier weather on the horizon, the thoughts of many golfers will be turning towards the courses they may want to visit as the year progresses. But how do you choose the courses you want to play, and what should they be doing to attract your business? read more ...

To those who don’t play golf, there are many popular misconceptions that prevent them from coming anywhere near our game. As a recent returnee to golf, Golfshake's Derek Clements addresses a few of the issues surrounding the game and gives his verdict on whether they are true or false. read more ...

In theory, golf is a pretty simple game. You put a ball on a tee, hit it and chase it around until you stroke the ball into the hole at the 18th. But have you ever tried to explain the rules to an absolute beginner? These are the rules that drive Golfshake's Derek Clements nuts - and should be tossed into the nearest water hazard, without penalty. read more ...

As the golf season gets into full swing it is the ideal time of year to ask yourself what you want to get from your game in 2024. Will you just carry on where you left off last season, or will you be setting yourself some targets? Here are the keys areas you should probably be working on.
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Most of us who play our sport do so in the company of regular playing partners, people we look forward to hooking up with each and every time we play. Turn up at any golf club and, week after week, you will see the same fourballs turning up for the same tee-time. But what makes the perfect playing partner?
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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 ...

We all know that - at its best - golf can be the most inclusive of sports, which is a quality that was showcased in South Wales, where a Cardiff-based company, Paramount, partnered with The Golf Trust to provide disabled people the chance to play golf. read more ...

There is much to feel encouraged about as we enter the new golf season in the UK, but it's not a glowing picture for everyone, as several clubs and venues have either shut permanently or have been threatened with closure due to financial pressures, the cutting of local authority budgets, and other developmental interests. read more ...

Golf clubs have faced huge challenges during the past six months as greenkeepers have struggled to keep courses open and playable in the face of incessant rain, so it was especially depressing to learn that two golf clubs in Bournemouth have seen parts of their courses targeted by mindless vandals. read more ...

Golf is a sport that can make us all look very foolish. When all is going well it is a wonderful way to pass four hours or so. But it can and does always find a way to jump up and bite you. It can embarrass you, it can humiliate you and it can make you look just plain stupid. read more ...

For this week's View From The Fairway, Golfshake's Derek Clements returns to an issue that still hasn't gone away on tour and at golf clubs - slow play! read more ...

Everyone wants to improve their game and that has been supported by significant advancements in golf technology and equipment design. With the latest golf equipment, the key to achieving higher accuracy and performance might just lie in an unexpected ally - robot testing. read more ...

After writing about his experiences of returning to the game and gaining a golf handicap, Golfshake's Derek Clements received a wide variety of comments and responses from keen golfers about the World Handicap System. He now shares those and reacts to what was said. read more ...

Record levels of rainfall and frequent storms have been a recurring theme of late, and the impact has been keenly felt by our beloved courses and those of us who play them. We wanted to connect with golfers directly to gather their feedback and hear about their experiences and what the inclement weather has meant for their game. read more ...

Golfshake's Kieran Clark recently had the opportunity to play The Old Course at St Andrews in Reverse, taking on the layout that was common centuries ago. But what does that mean and is this routing actually better than the one we know today? read more ...

Since it first made its way to these shores, the World Handicap System has certainly divided opinion, drawing praise from some quarters and criticism from others, but there are changes in 2024. What specifically do you need to know? Here are the alterations to the WHS that could affect your game this year and beyond. read more ...

Changes have been made to the World Handicap System process, and for this week's View From The Fairway, Golfshake's Derek Clements describes the frustrating impact it has made to him. read more ...

The game of golf has seen seismic changes in recent times. That could make you long for the supposed good old days. But when he thought about it more, Golfshake's Derek Clements realised that things weren't so great after all back in the day. read more ...

The guys who play golf on tour are the best in the world. They play a game that is entirely different from the one we experience. In the main, they know a few things that perhaps we can adopt and learn from. 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 ...

This is a funny old sport. Just when you think you have seen it all it has this habit of shocking, amusing and surprising us. Golfshake's Derek Clements has played and followed golf most of his life and he has seen some pretty strange sights. Here are just a few of them. read more ...

Last year, we addressed the news that Perivale Park Golf Course was facing potential closure by Ealing Council, but that has now been confirmed and the municipal layout will be shut down in June. read more ...

It seems pretty obvious that the world of golf faces some serious challenges. Of course there are lots of things to be optimistic about but there is also much we should be concerned about. Golfshake's Derek Clements has had a thought about what the biggest problems are - and this is how he would correct them. read more ...