Feb 27th, 2016 Article
UK's Ladies Golf Union to merge with R&A
The Ladies Golf Union and the R&A are set to come to merge as one company. What are the implications, and why is happening?
Jul 15th, 2016 Article
Nine is fine
Golf bodies in Great Britain and Ireland are getting together to promote nine-hole golf as a quick and enjoyable way to play golf either socially or competitively in a new digital campaign.
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.
Jul 27th, 2016 Article
LGU merger with R&A moves to completion
The merger between the Ladies’ Golf Union and The R&A has moved close to completion with the signing of a heads of agreement by the two organisations which are both based in St Andrews.
Feb 6th, 2017 Article
Under Armour partners with GUI
The Golfing Union of Ireland has confirmed an exclusive technical partnership with Under Armour.
Jan 20th, 2023 Article
“The Good Doctor Would Have Approved”
At the turn of the last century, the Glamorganshire Golf Club never shied away from innovation. It gained an enviable reputation for shining a bright light for the development of golf in Wales. Being one of the earliest clubs to be founded in the Principality (1890), it was also the first to be established in the heartland of the industrial southeast.
Jul 29th, 2016 Article
Massive increase in Women’s golf
Both England Golf and the Golf Union of Wales have issued statements saying their countries are now witnessing a surge in female golf participation.
Apr 18th, 2017 Article
R&A and USGA working on unified handicapping system
Golf's two main governing bodies have announced they are planning to introduce a new single World Handicap System for club golfers.
Nov 11th, 2017 Article
Volvik go all patriotic
Volvik is introducing a patriotic flavour to its top-selling VIVID golf balls with special boxes and packs designed for golfers looking to reflect their national colours on the fairways.
Feb 7th, 2017 Article
Sport England announces £8.48m award for golf
Sport England have announced an £8.48m award to the England Golf Partnership (EGP) to support talented players and encourage regular golfers to continue playing.
May 24th, 2018 Article
Carriage House opening completes Adare Manor reconstruction
Ireland’s newest five-star castle and golf resort in County Limerick, Adare Manor, has officially opened its Carriage House, offering a resort dining destination to complement The Golf Course at Adare Manor.
Sep 28th, 2016 Article
Fly the Flag for Somme 100
As part of its Somme 100 commemorations, The Royal British Legion is urging golf clubs to fly a Poppy pin flag on the 16th hole of their club’s course.
