The Surrey sandbelt holds some of the finest inland golf in the world, but few trios capture the true essence of traditional English heathland quite like The 3Ws: Woking, Worplesdon, and West Hill. Situated within minutes of each other just southwest of London, these three courses offer an unmatched combination of purple heather, fast-running fairways, pine-scented air, and strategic architecture.
The 7th GTE Convention is a short golf blog post that highlights the work done to help grow golf tourism in England. Few settings in English golf evoke the raw, natural grandeur of North Devon’s rugged coastline. Perched high above three miles of sweeping golden beach, the Saunton Sands Hotel served as the backdrop for the 7th Annual Golf Tourism England (GTE) Convention.
Classic Heathland & Atlantic Links is a short golf blog post that looks at my recent trip, discovering some hidden gems in the South of England. Trading the historic turf of St Andrews for a grand tour across the South of England is always an exciting prospect. Having spent over 30 years in the golf industry and building tailored golf itineraries, I am constantly seeking out routes that seamlessly blend world-class course architecture with top-tier hospitality.
Golf isn't a high-intensity sprint, but it is a gruelling four- to five-hour test of mental stamina and fine motor endurance. Research shows that losing just 1% to 2% of your body weight in fluid can cause your concentration to dip, your reaction times to slow, and your coordination to waver. In fact, sports science studies on low-handicap golfers revealed that mild dehydration drastically reduced shot distance (dropping an average of 14 yards) and significantly worsened off-target accuracy.
Spey Valley Golf is a short golf blog post that takes a look at one of the greatest hidden gems, found in Scotland. When planning a Scottish golf itinerary, the pull of the coast is undeniable. Golfers flock naturally to the iconic links of Fife, East Lothian, or the brilliant stretches up north near Dornoch and Nairn. But if you pack up your clubs and bypass the Highlands without pulling off the A9 at Aviemore, you are missing out on one of the most spectacular, sprawling modern masterpieces in the country: Spey Valley Championship Golf Course.
The Best Par 3 Opening Holes is a short golf blog post that looks at some of the toughest, shortest opening holes in golf. There is a distinct kind of nervous energy that only a first tee box can produce. Most of the time, you're standing up there with a driver in hand, looking down a sweeping fairway, knowing you have at least a little bit of margin for error. But opening your round with a par 3? That is an entirely different mental game. There is no "warming up into the round" with a loose tee shot. You are cold, your swing isn't locked in yet, and you are immediately asked to carry hazards, judge precise wind, and find a target from your very first swing. While it is one of the rarest architecture choices in the game, the UK holds some of the absolute best, most intimidating, and most beautiful opening par 3s in the world.
Costa Navarino - The Ultimate Guide is a short golf blog post that looks at one of the best golf holiday destinations in the world. If you are looking to combine world-class golf with a vibrant, modern luxury resort, the Peloponnese region of Greece has officially laid down the marker. Costa Navarino has quickly grown into one of Europe's premier golf destinations, and its latest addition—the W Costa Navarino—brings an energetic, beachside experience that pairs beautifully with the 72 holes of championship golf on offer. Here is my complete, expert look into the resort experience, the lifestyle, and the four incredible courses waiting for you.
Greenkeepers - The Dawn Patrol is a short golf blog post that takes an in-depth look at some of the important jobs that occur before you arrive at the course.
When Amateurs Ruled The Open is a short golf blog post that looks at the greatest amateur achievements at the Open Championship. In the modern era of golf, the gap between the professional elite and the amateur hopeful is a chasm wider than the Swilcan Burn. We now celebrate when an amateur simply makes the cut or finds themselves on the low end of the leaderboard on a Sunday. But there was a time—a golden, gritty era—when the "unpaid" didn't just compete; they conquered.
My Top 5 Scottish Links Courses is a short golf blog post that takes a look at my favourite Links courses in Scotland. Scotland is the ancestral home of golf, and for any enthusiast, playing the historic links of the north is a pilgrimage. I’ve had the privilege of walking these fairways many times, and while Scotland is spoiled for choice, these five stand out as the definitive "must-plays" for any serious golfer.
Fore-get Your Transport Worries is a short golf blog post that looks at different ways of getting from A to B during your golfing vacation.
Carnoustie Golf Links is a short golf blog post that looks at the most feared Links in golf.
