Oct 23rd, 2018 Article
4th oldest golf club in world votes to allow women members
Edinburgh based Bruntsford Links Golfing Society saw a vote of 83.7% members cast in favour of allowing women members, with 67% of all eligible members participating.
Dec 10th, 2016 Article
House to be built next to world's 5th oldest golf club
A new house is to be built next to the world’s fifth oldest golf club in Musselburgh, despite objections from golfers around the world.
Feb 10th, 2018 Article
6th oldest Golf Club in the world finally admits women
Royal Aberdeen, the sixth oldest golf club in the world, has finally voted to allow women to join the club after 228 years of existence as a men only golf club.
May 15th, 2018 Article
Scotland's oldest golf clubs gather at Kingsbarns
Kingsbarns Golfing Society is celebrating after hosting a memorable grand match to mark its 225th anniversary. Played over the revered Kingsbarns Golf Links in Fife on a glorious spring day, the commemorative tournament was supported by representatives from some of the world’s oldest golfing institutions.
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.
Feb 2nd, 2018 Article
Deangate Ridge GC members fear golf club to be closed
A GolfPunk reader has written to us fearing that his local municipal course, Deangate Ridge in Kent, is being closed in order to turn it into housing - setting a dangerous precedent for municipal golf courses.
Sep 4th, 2016 Article
102–year old man is longest continuous club member
A 102-year-old man who has been a continuous member of his golf club for 90 years is thought to be the longest serving golf club member in history.
Mar 3rd, 2017 Article
Dog shooting at Dunstable Downs Golf Club
The shooting of a dog near a Dunstable golf club has escalated into a row over fox hunting – with allegations of threats and abuse.
May 25th, 2018 Article
Historic golf clubs toast a summer to saviour
During a spectacular summer of golf, a group of historic golf clubs will celebrate a number of important milestones that coincide with The Open and the Seniors Open returning to Scotland. Links with History, which features some of the finest courses in Fife, has announced a run of notable anniversaries as well as confirming encouraging year-on-year booking figures.
Jun 17th, 2016 Article
The longest ever golf member
A nonagenarian Norfolk golfer has broken the world record for the longest running golf club membership ever.
Mar 16th, 2017 Article
Meet the golf club whisperer
They call him "The Club Whisperer". If there's an antique golf club in the vicinity, Will Roberto will find it. Here's a fascinating insight into how Will built his amazing collection, which is now about to be to auctioned.
Mar 6th, 2017 Article
How to take your game to the next level
Golf instruction can often be viewed as being intimidating and restrictive, but the innovative Bird Golf Academy in the United States is altering that perception with a rewarding and personalised approach to helping golfers improve and fulfil their potential.
