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Meet the golf club manager: Anthony Tarchetti
The general manager of Chart Hills Golf Club in Kent, Anthony Tarchetti, talks about the major transformations the venue has seen in the last six years, which means, for example, it now offers year-round golf on firm, consistent fairways.
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In their own words: Richard Dixon
The CEO of Wales Golf talks about the potential for growth of women’s participation following the news that the AIG Women’s British Open will be held in Wales for the first time.
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Golf club and airport oppose solar farm plan due to glare from the panels
The host of this year’s Irish Open is opposing a planning application for a nearby solar farm because the glare from the panels could adversely affect golfers.
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Can a suspension pending a disciplinary investigation and hearing amount to a breach of contract?
In its latest article offering legal advice to golf clubs, the National Golf Clubs’ Advisory Association (NGCAA) details that suspensions of members or employees must only be carried out when there is proper cause to do so.
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How to improve your mental golf game
Having proficient mental skills can lead to improvement in golf. Helena Bailey, a professional golf performance coach, shares her tips on improving your mental game.
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More than seven out of ten major winners have been older than 30
A study on which sports allow players to enjoy more success later in their careers has found that elite level golfers enjoy greater longevity than practically any other sport can offer.
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‘Some Scottish Golf clubs are considering joining England Golf’
A Scottish newspaper has stated that it has been claimed that some golf clubs affiliated to Scottish Golf are ‘looking into the possibility of joining England Golf’ due to a disagreement about handicapping software.
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Oxfordshire golf club closes down
Carswell Golf Club in Oxfordshire has closed down, its captain has confirmed.
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£8.5m improvement fund opportunity for golf clubs identified
Ridgeway Lockers, in conjunction with Golf Finance, have identified an £8.5 million fund opportunity to help golf clubs finance a wide range of improvements both inside and outside the clubhouse.
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Crail Golfing Society to have electric car charging points installed
Scottish golf clubs are to be given the opportunity to become electric vehicle charging locations following a deal that’s been agreed between Scottish Golf and a supplier.
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Meet the golf club celebrity chef: Tony Tobin
Reigate Heath Golf Club in Surrey recently appointed Tony to oversee its food and beverage operation, and to open a restaurant. Here, he talks about his career and this new role.
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4 high-end hotels and resorts In England for golf lovers
When it comes to vacations, you as a golf lover always endeavor to discover the most astonishing places.
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Wick Golf Club receives grants to improve course and environment
After receiving two grants alongside fundraising efforts from its members, Wick Golf Club in Scotland has purchased a new Toro Greensmaster TriFlex Hybrid 3420 to help improve its course and the environment.
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The first Sir Nick Faldo Signature golf course is in Vietnam
A new category of golf courses called the ‘Sir Nick Faldo Signature’ has been created for golf courses designed by him. And the first venue to appear in it is this stunning resort in Vietnam.
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Gracie Murray receives ‘Hero’s Handshake’
Gracie Murray’s first reaction when she was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes in February this year was simple: How will it affect my golf?
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This is the horrendous damage vandals made to a Manchester golf course
Greenkeepers at a Greater Manchester golf club have been carrying out exceptional, urgent and essential work after an off-road buggy was seen performing ‘doughnuts’ on the greens.