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Tom Phillips begins work as the new CEO of the Ladies European Tour (LET)
Tom Phillips has officially begun his new role as CEO of the Ladies European Tour (LET), marking the beginning of an exciting new era for the tour and for women’s professional golf globally.
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The BBC examines the state of the golf industry
BBC Radio 4 has devoted a 30-minute programme to analysing the state of the UK’s golf industry after nearly 20 years of significant change.
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South Essex Golf Centre is not closing down
The chief executive of the golf group that owns South Essex Golf Centre has said the club is not going to close down – contrary to rumours that it would.
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Meet the course manager: Derek Mason, Highgate Golf Club
Derek talks about the benefits of this longevity and the work put in to its 54 bunkers to ensure they have uniformity in sand depth.
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This is why Cardiff is the best city in the UK to play golf
Cardiff has been named the best UK city to golf in, according to research that examined average cost per round, number of courses available, how easy it is to play them and even the weather.
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Here’s the top 3 things I learnt while editing The Golf Business in June
From the lowering age of golf club managers to the new trend of holiday park operators buying golf clubs, The Golf Business editor, Alistair Dunsmuir, reviews the big changes in June.
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Meet the pro: Matthew Paget from Royal Mid-Surrey Golf Club
The club’s head professional tells us how his team have helped the club recruit new members – and retain existing ones.
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Most golf clubs are not aware of new data protection rules
Most golf clubs are unaware of data protection laws that come into effect in 2018 – even though the maximum fine for breaching them could put them out of business.
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Bolton Council receives planning application for £240m golf club
A Manchester development company has submitted a planning application to build a £240 million golf club which it hopes will host the Ryder Cup.
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£1.25 million golf club saved at last minute
A £1.25 million Worcestershire golf club has been saved just days before it was due to close down.
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Industry leader: Jim Croxton
The chief executive of the British and International Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) talks exclusively to The Golf Business about the growth of his organisation.
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Ramside GC installs grass covered buggy shelter
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa in Durham has installed an innovative grass covered shelter for its range of buggies.
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Sponsored feature: Insurance Premium Tax rises to 12% – time to shop around!
Is it time your golf club shopped around for a better insurance coverage deal?
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Justin Rose is wary of shorter formats of golf
World number 13 golfer, and Olympic champion, Justin Rose, has surprised the golf world by warning against a move to shorter versions of golf than 18 holes.
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Newey becomes first European golf manager to achieve ‘CCE’ status
The chief executive of Roehampton Club, Marc Newey, has become the first European to be awarded Certified Chief Executive (CCE) status – a global hallmark of professionalism.
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London Golf Club markets itself in Canary Wharf mall
Kent-based European Tour Destination, London Golf Club, has been praised for innovative marketing by showcasing its services within London’s business district in Canary Wharf.