Nov 13th, 2016 Article
North East GC which has staged PGA events to close
A North East golf course which has played host to PGA events and was part-designed by a former Ryder Cup captain has entered administration.
Mar 25th, 2016 Article
Save Barra Golf Club!!
Calling Donald Trump! Do something positive. Throw these guys a bone!! One of the most scenic golf course in Britain is under threat because of a lack of members. Situated in the Outer Hebrides at Cleat on the isle of Barra, the course once attracted almost 70 members but that figure has now fallen to 15 people who are struggling to keep the club open.
Apr 3rd, 2016 Article
King James VI Golf Club
There’s plenty that’s unique about King James VI golf club. We also think it would be the perfect partner for North Inch, reputedly the world's oldest course. Here's why.
Dec 17th, 2016 Article
Vandals strike again
Golf club members who took over a former council course to save it from closure are worried about its future after “mindless” vandals struck.
Jul 25th, 2016 Article
Parliamentary golf group visit Beckenham Place Park GC
Members of the Parliamentary Golf Group have just visited Beckenham Place Park Golf Course, which is under threat of closure.
Oct 26th, 2016 Article
At least 4 courses to close
At least four golf clubs have announced they are closing or have closed in the space of a few days as many clubs continue to struggle in the current economic climate, and changes of customer behaviour.
Apr 20th, 2017 Article
Golf club converts to FootGolf centre
A Surrey golf club has closed down its golf course and is instead focussing entirely on FootGolf, and it is thought that this is the first time that this has happened in the UK.
Nov 1st, 2016 Article
Beckenham Place Golf Club occupied
Members of Lewisham People Before Profit have now occupied Beckenham Place Park Manor house and golf course.
Dec 16th, 2017 Article
Course where Justin Rose learnt to play golf to close
The course where Justin Rose first learned to play golf is set for closure, and the action group trying to save it is furious with the local council for not taking into account their views.
Dec 24th, 2016 Article
The battle for Beckenham Place Park GC goes on
James Davies is one of the main campaigners fighting the battle to keep Beckenham Place Park GC open. Here's Jame's submission to the local council in full. We wish the team the best of luck.
Apr 29th, 2016 Article
Hassocks Golf Club to lose 9 holes to houses
Hassocks Golf Club says it has been running at a loss for many years and has only avoided closure because of substantial ongoing subsidies from its owner. Now it has revealed that it is going to lose 9 holes to houses.
Nov 24th, 2016 Article
Threat to the sixth at Seaford Head GC
Seaford Town Council is working on a new neighbourhood plan, and it includes redeveloping the 6th hole at Seaford Head Golf Course. Sacrilege we say!
