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The current captain of the PGA, David Scott, is the general manager of Dumbarnie Links in Scotland, widely considered one of the world’s leading new courses. Here he talks about the five years since the venue opened and how he uses golf to help soldiers suffering with PTSD.

How inclusive practices and innovative research are shaping the future of golf accessibility.

Richard Smith, the head professional at Rookery Park Golf Club in Suffolk, talks about adapting to change in the modern golf industry, building a thriving junior and membership pathway, embracing – and even personally funding – technology, and why his approach to business fits perfectly with the TGI Golf Partnership’s.

From Royal Dornoch’s spectacular new clubhouse to concerns about the impact the cost of living crisis is having on the golf industry, 2025 ended with another month of contrasting stories.

Brothers Andrea and Francesco Scrofani, along with Mario Paoluzi, own Picciolo Etna Golf Resort, a golf course that lies on the slopes of Mount Etna in Italy. They’re investing £14 million in the resort, which they talk about here.

Abbey Hill Golf Centre has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability through a series of new initiatives that connect the club more closely with the Milton Keynes community.

Fairmont St Andrews’ director of golf, Callum Nicol, explains how the resort is evolving with shifting golfer demographics, new technology and the rise of content-driven travel.

A survey of UK golf club members has found a significant number might not renew in 2026 while an industry expert warns that more clubs will close because costs are too high.

At Robinhood Golf Club in Solihull, head professional Jamie Carney has built more than just a thriving golf business — he’s created a family enterprise rooted in hard work, trust and togetherness.

By Ian Melham, Head of Membership Services, Foremost Golf.

From booking tee times to your club’s social events and its own accounting, intelligentgolf’s integrated system is helping golf clubs run more efficiently than ever, helping you deliver a better experience for members and visitors.

In 2013 Strathmore Golf Club set up a club hire scheme in which children pay just £25 per year and in return can hire golf clubs. This has led to a boom in participation at the club, as its junior convenor, Iain Butchart, details.

Every golfer knows that success on the course means making smart choices and thinking carefully about risk.

This summer, Paultons Golf Centre in Hampshire welcomed a field of the best golfers with disabilities from across the UK and Europe for two events. Here, we speak to Hampshire Golf’s county secretary, Richard Arnold, and Paultons’ general manager, Molly Pavey, about the collaboration that successfully delivered these inclusive events.

The trio reveal interesting information about the state of the British and Irish golf industries at this time.

Slinfold Golf & Country Club’s general manager, Luke Blacker, talks about a decade of transformation at the West Sussex club — from multimillion-pound course and driving range improvements to expanding junior and female participation, and building strong community ties through sport and charity.

On Portugal’s Silver Coast, four leading golf courses are proving that teamwork beats rivalry. By joining forces to promote their region north of Lisbon, Praia D’El Rey, West Cliffs, Royal Óbidos and Bom Sucesso are transforming an overlooked coastline into one of Europe’s most exciting golf destinations.

The President of the USA was the most notable person to receive an award at the 12th annual virtual World Golf Awards.

News has emerged that the Saudi-backed LIV Golf circuit will extend events from 54 holes to 72, bringing it in line with other established golf tours.

Golf clubs are always looking for ways to bring in more cash without hurting the member experience.

Running a golf shop today is about far more than selling clubs and lessons. Foremost’s POS & Business Performance Analysis Service helps busy professionals turn retail data into smarter decisions — saving time, boosting margins and giving retailers the confidence to grow.

Spotlight: As the leading integrated club management system on the market, intelligentgolf strives to make operations straightforward for clubs while putting members at the heart of everything they do.

From dendrochronology of a clubhouse to selling a golf hole in order to make the venue more sustainable, we review some interesting stories from the last month.

Former Luton Town captain Tom Lockyer, who famously collapsed on the pitch during a Premier League game in 2023 when his heart stopped for almost three minutes, credits golf for bringing balance and perspective to his life.

With the 2025 golf season heading into its final stretch, a handful of stars have risen above the rest — delivering elite consistency, major wins, and career-defining moments.

Golf is often called a game of inches — but in today’s world, it’s also a game of data.

Rob Peers is the course manager at Hever Castle Golf Club in Kent, a 27-hole course located in an estate that was built more than 600 years ago. He talks about his passion for recycling and how it’s led to innovative irrigation, drainage, pest control and bunker solutions.