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A Golfer’s Getaway on Northumberland’s Golf Coast We are always on the lookout for new courses to play, and this new website – dedicated to golf in the North East, on Northumberland’s Golf Coast – is a hive of information and a valuable resource for the travelling golfer. So, we asked Darren Redwood, the founder…
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The Drift Golf Club is a Sir Henry Cotton-designed course that doesn’t disappoint! Another one of those courses that has been on The Social Golfer’s radar for a while now. But as a private members’ club, it can be difficult to visit without a member. However, when long-time TSGer, Jitz Desai, hosted a golf day…
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A Strategic Challenge in the Heart of Surrey – West Byfleet Golf Club Reviewed… I am extremely fortunate to be a member of the Association of Golf Writers and, as such, occasionally get to play some genuinely nice golf courses. In May this year, the AGW took on The Golf Foundation in their annual Matchplay…
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Thinking of investing in a Golf Rangefinder? Golf Rangefinder Options – How Much Do They Cost… Golf rangefinders have completely changed the way we play the game. With accurate distance readings, these devices make it easier than ever to improve your game. And help you enjoy your practice more. As the popularity of rangefinders continues…
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Ever wondered what those little numbers on your golf ball mean? There are many reasons why you might want them there. However, the straightforward explanation is that a superb way for a golfer to make sure they don’t get their ball mixed up with either their playing partner OR an opposing team. Why? Well, primarily,…
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The Social Golfer Partners with The Golf Foundation for 2025 The Social Golfer (TSG) – the UK’s biggest Golf Society with over 17K registered users – are excited to announce a partnership with The Golf Foundation. The TSG Team hope to raise money for the UK charity at their annual Social Golfer OPEN Championship 2025. …
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Golf Buggies Through the Years: Key Moments That Shaped Their Development Golf buggies have come a long way since their early days. What started as a solution for golfers with mobility challenges has evolved into an essential part of the game. Ever wondered how the humble golf cart became a staple on courses worldwide? Well,…
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McMurdo Station, Antarctica – Ice Hole Pines Golf Course est.1995 In 2017, we published an article about ‘Golfing in Antarctica‘ and how The Antarctic OPEN was born. However, we were thrilled when the article was picked up by none other than the atcul organiser of the unique golfing event, who got in touch to tell…
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Royal Air Maroc & The Social Golfer join forces for a global golf event in Morocco Royal Air Maroc collaborates with TheSocialGolfer.com – the UK’s biggest golf society – for the prestigious International Golf Trophy in Casablanca from November 14–17, 2024. The inaugural event will be held at the prestigious El Jadida Golf Course and…
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Chinese Medicine – Does Acupuncture work for golfers? One of the most common golf injuries is lower back pain. But can alternative health remedies such as acupuncture work for golfers? Golf is a low-impact sport, but it can still take a toll on your body, especially your back. Poor swing mechanics, lack of flexibility, and…
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What are the benefits of Custom Fitting golf clubs? Over the last decade, more and more golf retailers have been adding the option of Custom Fitting golf clubs to their portfolio. But is it an advantage to the average golfer? And what are the benefits of having your golf clubs tailored to you and your…
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How many golf clubs are there in the UK (by county)… Ever wondered how many golf clubs there are in the UK? The Social Golfer Editor, Ian Mullins takes a look and compares the population and the number of golf clubs and golf courses found in your local region. Total number of counties by country in…
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Disabled Amputee Golfer wins The Social Golfer Par 3 tournament! The Social Golfers gathered from all over the south of England to meet and compete at Pedham Place Academy in Kent, on 23rd August 2024. All hoping to become this year’s Social Golfer Par 3 Champion. This open golf tournament – now in its 9th…
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Visit the hidden Ayrshire gem that is Dundonald Links Having received the invite to visit Dundonald Links Golf course in Ayrshire, on the west coast of Scotland the week of The OPEN, it was clear from their website, that this was a course I had to visit. Surrounded by some of the more well-known courses…
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2026 Major Golf Tournaments: Venues & dates Each year, golfers around the world look forward to the new golfing year and there are often several key dates they need for their diaries. For the purpose of this article, they are of course, the 2026 major golf tournaments. From the Masters in April, these tournaments have…
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Disability Golf team take honours at The Social Golfer OPEN 2024! In the 15th annual outing for The Social Golfer OPEN 2024 at Bletchingley Golf Club in Surrey, more than fifty golfers from all over the south-east gathered to compete and raise money for the upcoming Cairns Cup 2024. Disability Golf’s Premier Matchplay event in…
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Golf World Top 100 course, Sundridge Park is London’s best-kept secret!* Having played over 200 courses in the UK and further afield, it’s a delight to find an ‘old’ golf course, which is yet to be discovered by many golfing nomads and societies. So, when I was invited to play by a member of this…
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2025 Major Golf Tournaments: Venues & dates Each year, golfers around the world look forward to the new golfing year and there are often several key dates they need for their diaries. For the purpose of this article, they are of course, the 2025 major golf tournaments. From the Masters in April, these tournaments have…
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Let’s Get Personal! Leading Golf Bag manufacturers Sun Mountain, the world’s leading Golf Bag makers are offering new customers unique personalisation on their latest golf bag range. Ideal for golfers and society day organisers looking to add the personal touch to their latest golf bag purchase. From April 2024, anyone purchasing any of the 28…
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Duca Del Cosma – Premium Golf Shoes Review It’s always nice to be asked to review the latest golf equipment and apparel, but I was particularly pleased to take a look at the new Duca Del Cosma collection, especially as I need some new golf shoes for 2024. Here we look at the GIRONA, taking into…
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A Cautionary Tale – Beware of Slippery Golf Courses! A golfer can sustain a plethora of golfing injuries during a round on their favourite golfing track. These include back strains, muscle tears, wrist injuries, ankle ligaments and hip displacement. It’s something that can befall even the most cautious of golfers. Following a recent debilitating slip…
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10 Rules to Ensure Your Golf Day Is a Success! This month The Social Golfer is very proud to have contributed to the following article and supplement that appeared in Today’s Golfer Magazine. Note from the Editor… “I’ve organised my fair share of golf breaks over the years, so you’d like to think I’ve picked…
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Motocaddy encourages golfers to ‘Go Electric’ with new entry-level model The New SE model features customary styling, performance & reliability… The world’s leading golf trolley brand, Motocaddy, has introduced a revolutionary new entry-level powered model at an attractive price point. As such, the new Motocaddy electric golf trolley is encouraging more golfers to ‘GO ELECTRIC’…
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GoGoGo Sport Golf Range includes Rangefinders, Golf Bags, and Golf Towels… Rangefinders have quickly become a must-have item in any golfer’s bag. Although, the benefits are most widely found among golfers with handicaps of twenty-four or less. Gogogo Sport, as a brand, entered the market back in 2021. And has quickly established itself as one…
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At 98 years old, Emmanual Basaliza is already a legend in his own country… On a recent trip to Uganda, Africa, Ian Mullins (AKA The Social Golfer) traveled to the city of Fort Portal. It was here he had the pleasure of meeting and interviewing the oldest golfer in Africa! At 98 years old*, former…
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Junior Golf Event Uganda – Justus Byaruhanga clinches victory after a sudden-death play-off in Fort Portal… In an exhilarating display of skill and determination, 16-year-old Justus Byaruhanga emerged as the champion of the inaugural Afriyea Golf Academy, Par 3 Championship. However, equality and inclusion were also on show this week at Toro Golf Club as…
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The Social Golfer sponsors Kids Pairs Golf Event in Africa In January 2024, The Social Golfer travelled to Africa for the first-ever Kids Pairs Golf Event in Uganda. The inaugural Par 3 championship – in partnership with the Afriyea Golf Academy and Gogogo Sport vPro – was won by Rachael Natukunda and Justus Byaruhanga. Furthermore,…
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Track your Golf handicap for free in minutes… The Social Golfer online golf handicap service provides a free, quick, and effortless way for Golf Club members and non-club members alike, to record and analyse their scores. Additionally, it is a great tool for Golf Group and Golf Society Organisers. A golf handicap is a numerical…
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Wilson golf charts a new era for Staff model irons For the 2024 season, Wilson Golf has redefined its premium Staff Model Iron franchise by introducing a modern version of the classic Blades, along with a new CB iron designed for elite players and golfing purists. Two new iron sets hail a new era for…
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The Cairns Cup 2024 disability golf event joins forces with The Social Golfer The Cairns Cup 2024, Disability Golf’s Premier MatchPlay event, has partnered with popular golf society platform, The Social Golfer. The international golf event played between the USA and Europe chose The Social Golfer as the offical Handicap Tracking provider. This means the players…
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