Royal County Down Golf Club Announces Partnership With Obbi
Royal County Down Golf Club, one of the most prestigious golf courses in the world, has announced its partnership with Obbi, a leading safety, compliance, and training management platform, as the club recently hosted the highly anticipated Irish Open 2024. This year’s tournament, took place September 12-15, saw top golfers including Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry returning to compete, alongside defending champion Vincent Norrman.
BIGGA And The R&A Team Up To Enhance Continue To Learn Programme
The British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association’s (BIGGA) Continue to Learn education programme, which takes place each January, has received the support of The R&A as part of its commitment to a sustainable future for golf and golf courses. Held in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, Continue to Learn runs alongside the BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition (BTME), itself the leading trade show for golf course professionals in Europe.
Royal Ascot Golf Club Cuts The Ribbon On Regenerated Clubhouse
A Berkshire golf club has cut the ribbon on its new-look clubhouse following major works to accommodate a busy programme of events planned on and off the course. Royal Ascot Golf Club has opened its regenerated clubhouse to enhance customer facilities and the overall experience for members and visitors. The major investment has created a new 200-square-metre outdoor social and dining area with the club also entering a multi-year partnership with retail giant Greene King, whose supply will be on sale seven days a week.
Southworth Eeceives Green Light For Major Machrihanish Dunes Expansion
Southworth — a Boston-based, privately-held global golf company specialising in the development and management of clubs and residential communities — has unveiled plans for a significant resort expansion to The Village at Machrihanish Dunes in Argyll, Scotland and is actively vetting hospitality investors and operators regarding potential partnerships. Southworth is excited to expand Scotland’s most sustainable golf resort, which currently includes the renowned Machrihanish Dunes golf course, an authentic, David McLay Kidd-designed links.
Basingstoke Golf Club To Unveil State-Of-The-Art Clubhouse
Basingstoke Golf Club is moving a step closer to the completion of its full range of new facilities with the Hampshire venue ready to open its new state-of-the-art clubhouse. The clubhouse — which will officially open on Saturday, September 14 — will feature a large bar and dining area, with a veranda that serves up panoramic views across the course. The new professional shop will also be based here, and extended changing facilities mean members will be well-catered for. Extra conference space will also allow the club to commercialise further opportunities, acting as an extra revenue stream.
Club Car Announces Luxury Carts UK As A New Distribution Partner
Club Car has appointed Luxury Carts UK as an official distributor. Luxury Carts UK is a new venture that acquired Carryway MTS Nationwide Ltd, and will provide Club Car’s acclaimed range of golf, utility and personal transportation cars to customers in the north of England and Scotland. Luxury Carts is a leading distributor in the Middle East and has been an official distributor for Club Car since 2020. The newly-formed Luxury Carts UK has purchased all stock, assets and contracts from Carryway, as well as its experienced team.
The Cabot Collection Announces Investment In Lofoten Links
The Cabot Collection, renowned for its incomparable portfolio of luxury resort and residential golf destinations, has announced a strategic investment in Lofoten Links, built majestically into the rugged, seaside landscape of Norway’s remote Lofoten Islands. This visually stunning property is a natural fit for Cabot, offering an unparalleled blend of alluring landscapes and outstanding golf. Cabot plans to welcome the property into its growing portfolio, extending its international presence to Northern Europe.
INFINITUM Reopens Lakes Course After €800,000 Renovation Project
INFINITUM’s Lakes course has reopened following an €800,000 renovation project, elevating one of Spain’s most popular layouts and presenting an even more pristine layout ahead of the DP World Tour’s Qualifying School Final Stage in November. At the heart of the project was a renovation and reimagining of the course’s bunkering, with the help of Greg Norman Design — the masterminds behind the original course design. As well as installing new drainage systems and replacing the sand, many bunkers have been moved into new strategic positions to make the Lakes course an even more engaging test for the player.
Revealing The 2024 Toro Student Greenkeeper Of The Year Winners
The British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA), Reesink UK and Toro have revealed the winners of the prestigious Toro Student Greenkeeper of the Year awards at a spectacular event at Oulton Hall in West Yorkshire. Two student greenkeepers who had travelled the furthest proved victorious, with Jack Vowell of Farrington Park in Somerset and Daniel Parker of Knighton Heath in Dorset claiming the top prizes.
Heritage Golf Club, Mauritius, Welcomes Two New Golf Directors
Heritage Golf Club — a worldclass.golf destination — has announced the appointment of its new golf directors, Darrin Hedley and Didier Gayat, effective September 1, 2024. With a steadfast commitment to innovation and excellence at the core of Heritage Resorts & Golf, these seasoned professionals bring extensive experience and expertise that will ensure the continued success and growth of the brand’s esteemed golf legacy. Under their leadership, the management of Le Château Golf Course and La Réserve Golf Links will be expertly guided by The Golf Company.
Stuart Tate Launches Irrigation Professionals Limited
Stuart Tate, one of the golf industry’s leading irrigation and water management experts, has launched a design engineering and technical advisory practice, Irrigation Professionals Limited. Based in Ringwood, UK, Tate and a number of specialist associates will assist clients with strategic planning for water usage, provide water sourcing and water engineering solutions, and deliver practical support and education for those operating, maintaining, upgrading and replacing golf course and sports turf irrigation systems.
Wycombe Heights Appoints New General Manager Mark Woods
Wycombe Heights Golf Centre in Buckinghamshire, owned and operated by Burhill Group Limited (BGL), has announced the appointment of Mark Woods as the club’s new general manager. Woods joins Wycombe Heights with more than 15 years of experience in leisure management positions and is committed to delivering exceptional customer service. Woods aims to enhance Wycombe Heights’ reputation as a welcoming and inclusive destination for all golfers, while continuing to recognise BGL’s group-wide commitment to sustainability.
Dubai Creek Installs State-Of-The-Art Rain Bird Irrigation System
Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club is nearing the completion of a significant investment to totally overhaul and modernise its on-course irrigation system, and further enhance course conditioning. This extensive project is set to be completed by October 2024 and will revolutionise the way the golf course is managed and maintained, in addition to taking a crucial step in the club’s journey towards greater sustainability. The advanced upgrade includes the installation of new main lines, lateral lines, a cutting-edge sprinkler system, and a state-of-the-art computer system.
Work Starts On Phase Two Of Hever Castle’s EcoBunker Redesign
Work on the second phase of an extensive redesign of 18 greenside bunkers at Hever Castle Golf Club has just got underway. EcoBunker completed phase one in 2023, with this phase due for completion in the autumn. The decision to make these significant changes came when Rob Peers assumed the position of course manager at Hever Castle Golf Club five years ago. He set about finding out just how much time was required to maintain the existing bunker system inspired by golf architect Harry Colt.