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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.Â
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BigShots set to open third and fourth venues in the UK
Having opened its second UK facility just a few weeks ago, the growing driving range entertainment centre BigShots Golf is now planning to open its third and fourth venues in the UK.
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Golf tournaments this summer saw strong increase in ticket sales
New data has shown that the biggest golf tournaments in Great Britain and Ireland experienced a strong surge in popularity in 2023 compared to pre-Covid-19 pandemic levels.
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The women inspiring other women to play golf
As women’s participation in golf has soared in the last few years, here we look at five women with very different roles who are using their love of golf and what leverage they have to promote the game.
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Yamaha reveals its 2024 line-up of golf cars
Yamaha has revealed its 2024 line-up of lightweight vehicles, which includes golf cars, light utility vehicles and personal transport vehicles, for the UK, and it is dominated by Lithium-Ion battery power.
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Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club blend ancient and modern
Scottish venue Fortrose & Rosemarkie is the 15th oldest recorded golf club in the world – but it is taking a very modern approach to its clubhouse, and particularly its locker rooms.
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Greensmaster eFlex 1021 is in stock
Toro’s popular all-electric Greensmaster eFlex 1021, seen in action at The Open 2023, is back in stock and available for immediate delivery.
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Plan for £20m ‘Total Golf’ venue in Merseyside unveiled
A £20 million proposal for major improvements to Kirkby Valley Golf Course in Merseyside, in order to make it a ‘Total Golf’ destination, has been revealed.
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Kent golf club could be converted into chalets
A links golf club in Kent could be closed down and converted into a lakeside holiday destination to help an adjacent hotel meet more demand for rooms.
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Golf club plans to build a solar farm
A golf club in the West Midlands plans to apply for planning permission to build a solar farm which should help it achieve ‘Net Zero’ by 2030.
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Topgolf acquires BigShots for £24 million
In one of the biggest golfing acquisitions in recent years, Topgolf has acquired BigShots Golf for nearly £24 million.
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Phil Mickelson’s billion-dollar bets and Ryder Cup gamble
According to a book, Phil Mickelson has wagered more than $1 billion over the past three decades.Â
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UGolf and Nexxchange form major European partnership
The largest golf course operator in Europe has partnered with leading software provider Nexxchange.
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The golf courses receiving environmental recognition
A number of golf courses around the world have achieved environmental accreditation in recent weeks. Here, we look at some of those clubs and the sustainability measures they have brought in.
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Club profile: Abbey Hill Golf Centre
Abbey Hill has spent £350,000 on significant interior improvements to its clubhouse – and this is only part of an investment project that has seen £1 million spent on the venue in the last 12 months.
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Orsett Golf Club opts for Reesink’s lease hire model
A near 125-year history isn’t stopping Orsett Golf Club from eagerly looking towards the future.