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This Might Be Scotland’s Best New, Old, Play And Stay Venue…
The sympathetically renovated Marine Hotel in North Berwick offers timeless sophistication and luxury with a world-class course out the back gate.
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Master Your Practice: Why The Bushnell Circle B Edition Launch Pro Is The Smart Choice For Avid Golfers
Sponsor Content Created With Bushnell Golf
Now golfers in the UK and Europe can gain access to accurate, reliable club and ball data as well as a true-to-life simulator experience
By Conor Keenan Published
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Diary Of A Secret Club Golfer: Temporary Greens Are Abhorrent... It's Just Not Golf!
Temporary greens, fairway mats and hole closures are increasingly prevalent at this time of year, but I'd prefer courses to close and clubs to be braver...
By Secret Club Golfer Published
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'Golf Has Always Been A Game Of Integrity. If Someone’s A Cheat, They Will Cheat. The Old Handicap System Was Also Open To Manipulation'
The WHS system always sparks debate and, following an article from one of our writers, a number of readers have shared their views on the matter...
By Matt Cradock Published
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The Real Reason Why Many Tour Pros Prefer Bonded Hosels Might Not Be What You Think
Bonded or adjustable hosel? A tour fitter explains why some professionals prefer the former on their fairway woods
By Michael Weston Published
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The Equipment Debrief: Lexi's 16-Year-Old Irons, Four Putters For Gerard And First Wins For Two New Drivers...
It might be 'new gear season', but not all pros will be quick to make changes...
By Michael Weston Published
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The 6 Signs You Need New Golf Clubs
Club tester and PGA Professional Joe Ferguson believes the clubs in many players' bags are working against them. Here's how...
By Joe Ferguson Published
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The Most Dispiriting Aspect Is How Quickly The Conversation Can Slide From Dismissal Into Sexualisation: What The Backlash To A Viral Video Reveals About Golf Culture
PGA Professional Emma Booth explains why addressing unsolicited advice and online dismissal is essential for the future growth of golf
By Emma Booth Published
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What Percentage Of Amateur Golfers Break 80, 90 Or 100 At Least Once?
Sponsored by Shot Scope
Breaking 80, 90 or 100 will have been the ambition of every amateur golfer at some time or another, with many dynamically shifting their goal as they improve
By Baz Plummer Published
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What Is An 'Acceptable' Winning Score In A Stableford Competition?
Many club golfers would argue the number of Stableford points you need to win a competition is increasing, but what is an acceptable score?
By Baz Plummer Published
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Debate: What Is The Greatest Hybrid Club Of All Time?
The competition was fierce but club tester Sam De'Ath has narrowed it down to just five. Do you agree with his selections?
By Sam De'Ath Published
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I Can't Play This Basic Golf Shot And It's Holding Back My Game
My scores are getting worse and worse, and I am certain one of the key reasons is down to my inability to play this simple chip shot...
By Elliott Heath Published
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'I'm Beginning To Find The Anti-WHS Rhetoric Quite Grating. Loud Voices Are Sometimes Guilty Of Distorting Reality'
Jeremy Ellwood sticks his head above the parapet to question if all the loud anti-WHS sentiment really does represent how most people feel about the system
By Jeremy Ellwood Published
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You Can't Improve A Weakness You Refuse To Admit Exists... 5 Signs You're A Deluded Golfer
PGA Professional Emma Booth on why delusion might protect your ego, but honesty will protect your score
By Emma Booth Published
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'Warm And Witty' – Crime Wave At Tangents Golf Book Review
This thoroughly enjoyable, warm and witty novel conveys the good a golf club can do for a community and for the lives of its members
By David Taylor Published
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Building The Perfect Home Golf Practice Set-Up: A Guide For Every Budget
Thinking of doing something pretty special at home? Here are some options and things to consider to help you get started on the right track
By Michael Weston Published
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Diary Of A Secret Club Golfer: I Think Every Club Golfer Should Have To Pass A Rules Exam
The lack of understanding of the Rules of Golf at most clubs across this country is incredible and the Secret Club Golfer thinks something should be done...
By Secret Club Golfer Published
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Rest Up Or Battle On Through Winter? Why I'm Considering A Different Approach This Off-Season...
Winter is here and the summer is behind us. Should you continue to play on the course in these conditions, or would it be worth putting the clubs away?
By Matt Cradock Published
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Club Fitting Expert Reveals The One Thing All Golfers Should Check
Take note of this crucial aspect of your equipment, especially if you're in the habit of re-gripping your own golf clubs
By Michael Weston Published
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Loud Music And Fun Competitions: Is The Modern Driving Range Deterring Serious Golfers?
PGA Professional Katie Dawkins on the good and bad of golf's culture shift at the range
By Katie Dawkins Published
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We Select Our 'Mount Rushmore' Of Golf Components. Do You Agree?
Kick Point hosts Dan Parker and Joe Ferguson debate the best golf components (the “bits and bobs) of all time - and competition for a place in the top four is fierce
By Michael Weston Published
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For The Female Golfer Who Has It All... 8 Luxury Ideas To Make Golf Effortless
Sponsor Content Created With XXIO
Upgrade your game with luxury clubs and golf gear for stress-free play
By in association with XXIO Published
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The Equipment Debrief: Scottie Scheffler Makes Key Gear Change, New Callaway Drivers Spotted On Tour And More...
The World No.1 has made a significant change to his club line-up, and we get the first look at a new range from Callaway...
By Michael Weston Published
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How Far Does The Average Amateur Golfer In Their 60s Hit A Driver?
Presented by Shot Scope
It's generally the case that driving distance decreases with age, but how far does the average 60-something golfer hit their driver and how do you compare?
By Baz Plummer Published
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I've Been Awarded A Medal By The King For Services To Golf, But The Game Is Still Getting 3 Key Things Wrong
PGA master professional Anders Mankert recently received a medal for his service to golf, but says the game needs to improve in certain areas
By Anders Mankert Published
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Which Current Golfers Are Locks For The World Golf Hall Of Fame?
Some players might make the next induction, while the others will surely join the list of legends at some point in the future...
By Michael Weston Published
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I Built The Ultimate Direct-To-Consumer Golf Bag (And It's Incredible)
The direct to consumer golf market is undoubtedly gaining traction, but in which areas of the bag do the best brands excel?
By Joe Ferguson Published
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'I'm 68 And I Just Shot My Age. Here's How I Did It'
It's one of golf's most impressive achievements. One Golf Monthly reader tells us about his extra special round of 68
By Michael Weston Published
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I Lost My Distance When I Hit My 40s. Here's How I'm Getting It Back
Single figure golfer Carly Cummins is winding the clock back with a new fitness plan to regain power and distance
By Carly Cummins Published
