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Posted on December 17, 2015

Hoebridge Golf Centre hosts Local Footgolf Champ as Argentina World Cup Looms

Hoebridge Golf Centre, Woking, is supporting the UK’s road to the Footgolf World Cup by offering team member Mark Scotchford free access to its renowned Footgolf course. Scotchford will be able to utilise the premium 9-hole facility until he jets off to Buenos Aires, Argentina, for kick-off on January 5th, 2016. The ex-footballer took up the sport when he became a fireman and couldn’t afford to get injured playing ‘proper football’. He is now a fully-fledged member of the UK’s 16-man...

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Posted on December 14, 2015

Tim Good Named New General Manager at Thornbury Golf Centre

Bristol-based Thornbury Golf Centre, one of ten U.K. BGL Golf venues, announces the appointment of Tim Good as its new General Manager. Tim joins Thornbury with a wealth of experience in golf, including time spent in senior roles at a variety of highly-regarded establishments across the country, including a top-100 resort. The addition of such an experienced figure signals the centre’s continued commitment to providing the very best golfing experience for members and visitors alike. “I’m absolutely thrilled to be taking over the...

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Posted on December 10, 2015

Abbey Hill Golf Centre to Host Inaugural Pirate Golf Family Tournament

Abbey Hill Golf Centre, Two Mile Ash, Milton Keynes, is set to host its inaugural Mr. Mulligan’s Pirate Golf Family Tournament this weekend (12-13 December). The Centre is welcoming families from local school Giffard Park Primary, whose students will take part in the event. Following the weekend, the tournament will be rolled out to other local schools in the community. The Centre, which is accustomed to working closely with local schools thanks to its thriving junior programme, will donate 25% of the...

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Posted on December 9, 2015

PGA Seniors Championship Caps a Remarkable Year for Close House

Close House, the luxury Northumberland-based stay-and-play golf destination, is celebrating its most successful year to date off the back of substantial off- and on-course investment. Boasting the world’s first and only Lee Westwood golf courses, Close House successfully hosted this year’s PGA Seniors Championship, as well as the EuroPro Tour’s Tree Of Life Championship in August. There has never been a better time to experience golf at Close House, with recent investment in both the Filly and Colt courses at Close House...

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Posted on November 26, 2015

Foremost Expands Digital Marketing Programme with EMP Lite

Foremost Golf has announced it is to expand its already sophisticated portfolio of digital marketing services to include a lite version of the increasingly popular Elite Marketing Programme (EMP). Available immediately, EMP Lite will be free of charge and provide a simple, easy to use service that supports the hugely successful Elite Marketing Programme, of which there are currently 340 members. As part of every member’s Foremost membership, the integrated digital retail service will provide personalised e-newsletters and websites utilising content produced...

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Posted on November 24, 2015

Nippon Shaft Chooses GMS as PR Agency

Golf Marketing Services Ltd (GMS) has announced that Nippon Shaft, the globally renowned manufacturer of premium steel and graphite shafts, has appointed the agency to manage its PR in Europe. Nippon Shaft is one of several new additions to the GMS client roster since the start of 2015, a year that has seen the agency experience its most successful year to date since it began trading in 2001. “Nippon Shaft is the premier shaft brand worldwide. Their quality control and performance is...

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Posted on November 23, 2015

Burhill Juniors to Represent England at Home Nations Inter-Club Championship

Burhill Golf Club, Walton-on-Thames, is delighted to report that its Junior Development Programme (JDP) team have qualified to represent England at the Home Nations Inter-Club Championship in Spain next year by virtue of a runner-up finish in the English National Finals. With over 1,200 clubs from across England taking part throughout 2015, the Burhill side of Malcolm Scott Watson (16), Jeong Sim (17), Ronnie Casey (16), Ethan Job (16), Calin Rosu (13), Elliot MacGregor (12), along with reserves Lorenzo Horwitz and...

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Posted on November 17, 2015

Voice Caddie Introduces Auto Round Mapping Functionality

Voice Caddie has announced the addition of an Automatic Round Mapping feature to the T2 Hybrid GPS Watch, enabling users to view shot tracking, scorecard and game history upon the completion of play. Available in the UK to both new and existing T2 watch owners, the new feature is accessed online though Voice Caddie’s innovative Course Manager web portal, available on both Windows and Mac operating systems. A succession to the hugely popular T1 GPS Watch, the T2 model encompasses all the...

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Posted on November 16, 2015

New PING App Offers “Golf Workout” Feature for Apple Watch

Today PING launched a new app that includes the Golf Workout, an Apple Watch feature engineered to capture and track fitness data, swing tempo and on-course statistics. The PING app also houses updates to iPING, a putting-improvement tool that attaches to a putter shaft using an iPING Cradle, and works in conjunction with iPhone. In addition, there’s a new PING trivia game created to share the brand’s rich heritage and its focus on innovations that help golfers play their best. The iPING app is a free download from the App Store. The...

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Posted on November 9, 2015

Breadsall Priory Signals Commitment to Developing Women’s Golf

Marriott Breadsall Priory has announced the appointment of PGA Professional Natalie Clarke as lead teaching professional, the latest in a string of initiatives designed to develop women’s golf in the local area. Clarke, who is the only female PGA qualified teaching professional in Derbyshire, joins Breadsall Priory with considerable playing and teaching experience having competed on the Ladies European Tour and worked alongside world-renowned instructor, Pete Cowen. Commenting on the appointment of Clarke, Director of Golf at Breadsall Priory, Steve Turner...

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Posted on November 9, 2015

ETIQUS Launches New Sport Tour Collection

ETIQUS, the British brand of distinctive, quality timepieces exclusively for golfers, has announced it is to expand its highly successful timepiece range with the launch of its new Sport Tour Collection for men. Featuring all of the same subtle golf features that have proved popular among the existing collections, this slightly smaller Sport model will be initially available in six distinctive golf-related colour options. Sport Tour will be available in Summer White, Night Black and Auld Grey which already feature within the...

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Posted on November 5, 2015

PING Chairman John Solheim receives HSBC Lifetime Achievement Award

John A. Solheim, PING Chairman & CEO, was honoured today with the distinguished Lifetime Achievement Award at the HSBC Golf Business Forum in Shanghai, China. Solheim was recognised for his contribution to golf and for his achievements, leadership and innovation within the business side of the game. He got his start in the business when he was only 13, working alongside his father, Karsten, on early putter designs in the family’s garage. He aspired to be an architect, but as...

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Posted on November 2, 2015

White Crowned Disabled Golf Association Champion at Burhill

Surrey-based Burhill Golf Club, one of ten U.K. BGL Golf venues, was host to The Disabled Golf Association’s recent end of season final, with nine handicapper Brian White taking home the annual spoils. With handicaps ranging from seven to 36, 18 golfers from around the country descended upon Burhill’s New Course to battle it out for the right to be called 2015 DGA Race to Burhill Champion. Having qualified from Ramsdale Park in August, Brian put together what would turn out to...

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Posted on November 2, 2015

Abbey Hill Ladies Win National Golden Jubilee Shield

Abbey Hill Golf Centre, a BGL venue situated in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, is excited to announce the success of four of its lady members in the recent Whitewebbs Golf Jubilee Shield competition final. Hosted by the National Association of Public and Proprietary Golf Clubs and Courses, the Whitewebbs Golden Jubilee Shield pits ladies teams of four from all over the country against each other in a straight knock-out style format. In qualifying for the final, the Abbey Hill side of Lizanne Muller,...

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Posted on October 28, 2015

Goodwood to Host 4th Club Leadership Summit

The 4th annual Club Leadership Summit is to take place at Goodwood from December 6-8, with 50 of the top CEOs and General Managers from all over Europe and the Middle East set to attend. The event has quickly established itself as one of the best networking and educational events within the golf club world, and gives senior personnel the opportunity to network with their peers and learn from industry leaders both inside and outside of the golfing world. In previous years,...

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Posted on October 26, 2015

Marriott Forest of Arden Announces New Corporate and Society Golf Packages

Forest of Arden, a Marriott Hotel and Country Club, has announced the launch of several new society and corporate golf packages. The new offering, which will provide groups of guests with a memorable golf day out at the impressive Birmingham-based destination, is highlighted by the premium ‘Hole in One’ package which includes a full English breakfast on arrival, 18 holes of golf on the Donald Steel designed Arden Championship Course and a three course sit down dinner from just £130 per...

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Posted on October 23, 2015

GMS Seeks New Account Executive

Golf Marketing Services Ltd (GMS), Europe's largest golf-specific communications agency is searching for an enthusiastic graduate to work across the agency's growing portfolio of clients. The successful candidate will be educated to degree level as a minimum, have outstanding written and verbal communications skills and a keen interest in the game of golf. Playing ability is not a prerequisite. Any experience of working at a PR agency or in a marketing capacity will be to the candidate's advantage, though not imperative. GMS was...

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Posted on October 22, 2015

Disabled Golf Association Season to Culminate at Burhill

Surrey-based Burhill Golf Club, one of ten U.K. BGL Golf venues, is set to host the final event of The Disabled Golf Association (DGA) season later this month as the ‘Race to Burhill’ reaches its climax. With seven events having been played at BGL venues across the country throughout the year, the top three players from each event have qualified for the final to be held at Burhill on Friday 23rd October. With handicaps ranging from seven to 36, players will be...

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Posted on October 22, 2015

ECCO® Golf Introduces ECCO Cage

Danish company ECCO – a leading global manufacturer of innovative footwear – announces the launch of ECCO Cage, a cleated golf shoe featuring a fully-integrated DiP wrap system that promotes superior walking comfort immediately out of the box and for every step thereafter. Leveraging its more than 50 years setting the standards for premium quality and craftsmanship, ECCO developed ECCO Cage to promote increased stability, flexibility and cushioning. Its properties include: Unique, one-piece, DiP stability cage that wraps from the heel through...

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Posted on October 19, 2015

Sullivan Seals Hat-Trick of Wins at Portugal Masters

PING staff player Andy Sullivan captured his third win of the 2015 European Tour season with an outstanding nine shot wire-to-wire victory at the Portugal Masters on Sunday. Entering the final round with a five shot lead, the Englishman shot a bogey-free 66 to reach 23 under par and become the first man to win three European Tour events this season. Andy’s other victories this year came at The South African Open Championship in January and the Joburg Open in March. Andy...

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Posted on October 19, 2015

ETIQUS Becomes Foremost Approved Supplier

Foremost has announced ETIQUS, makers of distinctive timepieces for golfers, as the latest addition to its impressive list of Approved Suppliers. ETIQUS will provide integrated marketing of its timepieces to Foremost Members and their customers, as the brand continues to grow within the UK golf market. The ETIQUS range already consists of 24 timepieces, each of which feature many subtle details that will be recognised and appreciated by golfers, from the unique dimple patterned face that gives the 3D effect of a golf...

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Posted on October 15, 2015

ETIQUS raises £10,000 for the Golf Foundation

ETIQUS, the British brand of distinctive, quality timepieces exclusively for golfers, is excited to announce that it has raised £10,000 for leading golf charity the Golf Foundation. The cheque was presented to Golf Foundation Chief Executive Brendon Pyle at the recent Golf Trade Show at Harrogate where ETIQUS debuted its timepiece collection. Brainchild of entrepreneur and founder Gary Butler, the ETIQUS brand is formed on the principles of golfing etiquette and is committed to helping preserve the spirit of the game for...

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Posted on October 15, 2015

Redbourn Golf Club Represented at British Junior Golf Championship

Redbourn Golf Club, is excited to announce that four of its junior girl and boy members participated in last month’s Wee Wonders British Championship Final, held on St. Andrews’ famous Old Course. Fleur Butler-Wright, Sophia Fullbrook, Eddie Wade and Annabelle Wade, all of whom are aged between six and 11, qualified for the event through one of 20 qualifying rounds held around the country. Accompanied by Redbourn PGA Professional James Blake, the quartet played some great golf throughout the two day event,...

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Posted on October 15, 2015

Flagship Adventure Golf Venue Comes to Stevenage Leisure Park

Adventure Leisure Ltd. has announced that it has received planning permission for a new indoor adventure golf venue in the Stevenage Leisure Park. The new development will feature two 18-hole adventure golf courses and be a flagship venue for the Adventure Leisure brand, complementing the existing range of recreational facilities on offer in the Leisure Park. Planning has already been approved and local residents will soon be able to make the most of this new addition to Stevenage’s leisure offering in spring...

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Posted on October 13, 2015

Mail on Sunday Team Headlines Tudor Park Success

Tudor Park, the Maidstone-based Marriott Hotel and Country Club, is delighted to report the success of several of its members, with the accomplishments highlighted by the success of the men’s Mail on Sunday Classic team. Having already battled through eight rounds, the team was able to overcome Pyecombe Golf Club in extra holes to book its place in next month’s Semi-Finals which are to be held at El Rompido in Spain. Further team success of note includes the Invicta League men’s team...

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Posted on October 12, 2015

Golf’s Leading Lights Assemble for the Annual Foremost Golf Industry Awards

Foremost members from around the country once again gathered at Harrogate’s Majestic Hotel for the Foremost Golf Industry Awards, an event which has quickly established itself as a highlight of Trade Show week. A hotbed of industry activity and a celebration of the group and its successful members, the Awards were once again attended by some of the UK golf industry’s most influential people. The dinner was hosted by well-known BBC sports correspondent, Iain Carter. Mark Rogers from The York Golf Club in...

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Posted on October 5, 2015

Matthew Hazelden Named New Burhill General Manager

Surrey-based Burhill Golf Club, one of ten U.K. BGL Golf venues, announces the appointment of Matthew Hazelden as its new General Manager. Matthew joins Burhill with over 25 years’ experience in the golf industry, including an 11 year stint as a touring professional which included playing in the 2004 Open Championship. Following the completion of his playing career in 2005, Matthew was drawn to the business side of golf and has since garnered a reputation as an understanding, communicative and progressive General...

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Posted on October 5, 2015

2015 PGA Tour Season Proves That It Pays To Play Golf Pride

Power management company Eaton announced today that its Golf Pride Grips division experienced a banner year on the PGA TOUR in 2015, claiming victories in 39 of the 47 official PGA TOUR events. Golf Pride’s 39 wins, which included a clean sweep of all 4 Major Championships, 4 FedEx Cup Playoff events and the 2015 PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP, accounted for 83% of all tournaments played. Winners using Golf Pride grips during the 2015 season earned $57,852,000, with the nearest grip competitor tallying...

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Posted on September 29, 2015

Ramsdale Park Expands Junior Golf Scholarship Programme

Ramsdale Park Golf Centre, near Calverton, is pleased to announce the expansion of its junior golf scholarship programme which will now include three local schools and provide free membership and coaching at the club. A total of eight children have been chosen to receive complimentary membership at Ramsdale Park for a year, in addition to eight weeks free golf coaching from PGA professional Tom Wilson. The development of the annual programme adds to Ramsdale Park’s existing reputation as one of the best...

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Posted on September 24, 2015

PING Re-Signs Oosthuizen to Multi-Year Agreement

Louis Oosthuizen has signed a multi-year agreement to continue playing PING golf equipment and wearing PING apparel, according to John A. Solheim, PING Chairman & CEO. Oosthuizen, who is competing in this week’s Tour Championship by Coca-Cola, is enjoying one of his best seasons since turning professional in 2002. Among his six top 10s he finished T2 at both the U.S. Open and the Open Championship, and will play in his second Presidents Cup, Oct. 8-11, for the International Team. He...

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