Ireland Golf Breaks – Hidden Gems of the North West
May 1st
In many ways Ireland’s North West is the Cinderella of Irish golf. Despite being a natural beauty, it’s often overlooked in favour of its more gregarious siblings in the south west and around Dublin who are constantly shouting about how brilliant they are. But spend some time getting to know this unassuming wallflower and you’ll discover a few pleasant surprises along the way. More >
Golf with Graeme McDowell, Shane Lowry and a set of Cleveland Irons…I’m in
Apr 12th
The good people at Your Golf Travel have teamed up with Cleveland Srixon to allow a lucky golfer a once in a lifetime prize, a round of golf with Graeme McDowell and Shane Lowry. Taking place on 2nd July 2012, the prize winner will get to watch the pros in action at the Irish Open the day previously as well as test their brand new irons which will have been custom fitted by Cleveland. Quite simply this could be the best ever prize for a golfer. More >
A guide to the Augusta National
Apr 5th
Today is the day golf fans around the world have been waiting for, the start of the US Masters which for many of us represents the true beginning of the golf season. Here we take a look at the key landmarks at this legendary venue ahead of the most hotly anticipated tournament in years.
Magnolia Lane
This is where it all begins for the players. The 330 yard entrance is, as the name would suggest lined by magnolia trees that meet in the middle to create a spectacular, if somewhat intimidating entrance to this most famous of venues.
Founders Circle
After reaching the end of Magnolia Lane, players arrive at Founders Circle where they’ll catch a first glimpse of the famous old clubhouse. So named due to the plaques at the base of the flagpole that towers over the circle are two plaques to honour Clifford Roberts and Bobby Jones who of course founded the club, the perfectly manicured lawn also features a flowerbed in the shape of the Masters logo. More >
Top 5 Resort Courses Near London
Apr 5th
We all know that city life can be a grind. Day in day out, work eat sleep and all that. That’s why golf is a release for so many people, not so much for sport or competition but for the chance to breathe some fresh air, feel turf under foot and generally chill out. So if you’re reading this and gazing out on a vast expanse of unremarkable greyness, then here are five golfing suggestions that could prove the ideal pick-me-up. More >
Augusta Lookalikes in the UK
Mar 20th
With The Masters just around the corner all eyes are on the players at the top of the game. Who will be world number one by the time a trip to Augusta rolls around? Will Tiger be in the hunt following fresh speculation surrounding his troublesome left leg? Can Lee or Luke, who have been sharing the top spot in golf for a while now, manage to bag their first majors? Whatever the outcome we can be sure of one thing…Augusta National will be the star of the show!
Now you may never get the chance to strut your stuff on the world’s most famous fairways but there are a few courses in the UK which could be described as Augusta-esque…here are five of our favourites that you can play on a golf break this year. More >
Dream Golf Breaks – 5 must play UK golf courses for 2012
Mar 6th
There are countless courses that are more than worthy of a visit in 2012 but with the biggest tournaments and best value on mind we have selected 5 must play courses in the UK for 2012. More >
That sounds better than buying a round of drinks in the 19th!
Mar 6th
Golf is a game of traditions, one where caps are doffed, hands are shaked and when you are lucky enough to get a hole-in-one you purchase playing partners and anyone else lucky enough to be in the 19th a celebratory drink. This is a tradition unlike any other sport, where someone doing the remarkable actually has to put their hand in their pocket to quench the thirsts of others. More >
Behind the gates – Private Members Golf Clubs in the UK
Feb 13th
We’ve all been there; you arrive at that exclusive nightclub dressed in our finest clobber only to be told those fateful words “your name’s not down, you ain’t getting in”. Although golf doesn’t quite carry the same fearful tone of an 8ft tall bouncer there are certain places that whoever you are and whatever you play off you simply can’t have a knock round. We here at UK Golf Guide are thankful for our reviewers who have opened the doors and let us average Joe’s know what these courses are like. So whether it is a super secretive Swinley Forest or a lavish Loch Lomond we’ve put together a brief selection of reviews from golfers lucky enough to play a round on these private courses. More >
Places I’d rather be than at my Desk…
Feb 2nd
I spent this morning at my desk with the warm glow of the sun on my face as it crept over the London skyline and, rather frustratingly, all I could think of was being on the golf course under the summer sun. My body was at the desk but my mind had already teed off! After reading some of the five star reviews for these golf courses here are eight places I’d rather be than at my desk! Guess it’s time to book some time off and venture off to a corner of the UK or Ireland for a well deserved golf break! More >
Welsh Golf Tours – Top 5 Courses
Jan 30th
With Scotland, England and Ireland as its neighbours, Wales can often be overlooked as a golf break destination. Famous names such as St Andrews, Royal St Georges and Ballybunion rightly grab their fair share of attention from golf holiday makers but that is not to say that the courses in Wales – especially on the South coast – should be overlooked. With a handful of championship venues and a grand collection of lesser known gems to choose from Welsh golf tours are among the best in Europe and here are five of the best golf courses to aim for on your Wales golf break in 2012. More >