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Dec 15th, 2015 Article

Four UK courses to close

While playing numbers have stabilized in the UK as we reported last week, it is still tough out there in golf world, and we are saddened to learn that four major golf courses are to be closed down.

Mar 24th, 2020 Article

All golf courses closed in the UK

As we feared the 'Covidiots' have spoiled it for the responsible vast majority in the UK and we are not only in lockdown but golf is also out of bounds! England Golf, Scotland Golf, Wales Golf and the Golfing Union of Ireland all confirmed that courses must now shut until further notice.

Jan 5th, 2021 Article

Here we go again!

All golfers in England were plunged into a mood of despondency just after 8 pm last night when UK Prime Minister closed down all golf courses in England. England now joins Wales and the whole island of Ireland in a golf no go zone. Only the folk in Scotland will be able to brave the winter weather and take to the links.

Mar 24th, 2016 Article

Gordon Strachan's golf nightmare

Despite Scotland's ultimate failure to qualify for the 2016 European Championships, manager Gordon Strachan still maintains that managing his country is better than playing golf. And specifically, Pro-Am golf at the BMW, Wentworth, where he had a mare last year.

Apr 12th, 2023 Article

Asian Tour makes history with first-ever Scottish event

The Asian Tour is set to make history by staging an event for the first time in Scotland at the much-acclaimed Fairmont St Andrews on 24-27 August 2023. The inaugural St Andrews Bay Championship will take place at the venue’s Torrance Course, a 7,320-yard layout set among 520 acres of stunning Scottish coastline with views of St Andrews Bay.

Feb 11th, 2016 Article

Golf Clubs fear new drink driving limits

As we wrote recently, changes to the drink driving limits in Scotland from 80ml per 100ml of blood to 50mg, have had a really bad impact on Scottish golf clubs. One club has even closed down permanently on the back of the change.

Jan 28th, 2017 Article

£110 million benefit to Scotland

Hosting The 145th Open at Royal Troon delivered more than £110 million worth of benefit to Scotland, according to an independent study announced by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon.

Jan 14th, 2023 Article

Dumbarnie Links uncovers a rich history

Dumbarnie Links, a premier daily-fee links course located on the east coast of Scotland near St Andrews that opened for play in 2020, has a surprisingly rich golf history dating back to 1837. Details of the once-famous Dumbarnie or Colinsburgh golf club have been recently unearthed.

Jun 19th, 2018 Article

Coul Links plans passed by councillors

Plans for a world class golf course which will give a major economic stimulus to the north of Scotland have been given the go-ahead after councillors reiterated their overwhelming support for the project today.

Mar 25th, 2018 Article

Carnoustie Country launches Legendary Campaign

As anticipation grows for The 147th Open at Carnoustie, a new website has been unveiled by Carnoustie Country as an online hub for the region’s 34 outstanding golf courses and accommodation providers.