Amateur Championship: Hillside A fitting venue for world’s best
It’s official, Hillside Golf Club when the wind blows will test even the very best golfers in the game. Reader, I am not one of them. I walk off the 18th green and towards the comforting embrace of the white clubhouse here, a beaten man. Hillside has got the better of me today – the punishing rough, those wonderful tight links fairways, the fantastic bunkers and the slick greens just proved too much. We’re a matter of weeks away from Hillside hosting the R&A’s prestigious Amateur Championship and I comfort myself by imagining even the best amateurs struggling today. I’m…
The Best golf courses in San Diego 2024
San Diego, with its stunning coastal scenery, perfect weather and rich golfing heritage, has so much to offer. This vibrant coastal metropolis, located in Southern California, embodies a unique blend of laid-back charm and urban sophistication. With a population of over 1.4 million residents, it is California’s second-largest city and serves as a major economic and cultural hub in the region. The history of San Diego is rich and diverse, dating back thousands of years. The area was originally inhabited by the Kumeyaay people, who thrived in the region’s abundant natural resources and mild climate. In 1542, Portuguese explorer Juan…
Brookline to TPC Boston: the best golf courses in Massachusetts
New England is one of America’s great golf playgrounds but Massachusetts, in particular, has some of the very best golf courses in the United States. That aside, Massachusetts’ connection with the growth of game in the United States is hugely significant. In fact, it can claim to be the place where the golf boom in America began in 1913 – more on that later. Variety is at the heart of what makes golf in Massachusetts such a wonderful experience, with courses on the windswept links of Cape Cod contrasting beautifully with those verdant green inland layouts in the Berkshires. Golf…
The 10 greatest golf courses in Ayrshire
Scotland is, of course, synonymous with golf but within its many diverse golfing regions, Ayrshire stands out as a truly remarkable destination. Boasting breathtaking natural beauty and a rich golfing heritage, Ayrshire offers a collection of many of the best golf courses in Scotland. From challenging links along the Firth of Clyde, to picturesque parkland courses nestled amidst rolling hills, Ayrshire has something to offer golfers of all skill levels. Here we select our favourites, as we rank the 10 best golf courses in Ayrshire. Royal Troon Golf Club:If you’re looking to play the best golf courses in Ayrshire, Royal Troon…