Carnoustie doesn’t host championships so much as it interrogates you. We tee up our most anticipated round yet with a blend of lore, strategy, and honesty about what it takes to survive the toughest mile in golf. From Hogan’s Alley to the Barry Burn, we map the decisions that separate a tidy bogey from a card-wrecker, and we share the member insights that reveal where the real trouble hides. ***** our gracious hosts Paul & Barry are attempting to play all of the golf courses in Scot...

A new Scottish links with rookie swagger takes on a legend as we set up an epic doubleheader: Dumbarnie’s modern hospitality and risk‑reward design against the stern test of Carnoustie. We explore the welcome rituals, drivable par fours, sea views, and why Scotland’s variety is unmatched. • whisky on the tee and a first‑putt honour ritual • visitor‑first service and smooth facility flow • wide fairways, fun setup, and fair challenge • three drivable par fours with real decisions • split‑fair...

We take our first Top 100 in 10 Society Day to Hollinwell and find a quiet, welcoming club with a routing that builds to a breathtaking 13–18 stretch. Despite drought-marked fairways, the design, the setting, and the finish make a powerful case for greatness. • warm welcome from staff, helpful pro, relaxed clubhouse vibe • why follows and engagement help secure future tee times • free-to-join society details and upcoming Burnham & Berrow event • first hole debate and how hole two resets ...

We set out to play Trump International Links Aberdeen ready to be critical and left stunned by the course’s strategy, conditioning, and theatre. The dunes, the angles, and the par-5 finish combined to move it to our top spot, even with a polarising name and price tag. • our top 100 in 10 years challenge • divisive reputation versus on-course reality • slope ratings, tees, and managing fear • strategy over ego: position play that works • conditioning and maintenance philosophy • front nine hi...

We preview Hollinwell Golf Club with Alex (Top 100 Golf Guru) and Lee from Harbs7Golf, map the course’s strategic flow, and share the stories that give this heathland its pull. We also unveil our Society Day format, the signature-hole challenge on 18, and a side bet that could cost drinks. We'll be discussing; • why Hollinwell Golf Club feels special before the first tee • the long drive in, the clubhouse reveal, the “bowl” landscape • course rhythm: gentle opener, stern second, back-nine dr...

It's our very Unashamedly Pro-European Ryder Cup Preview! What are your predictions? The Ryder Cup creates a unique gladiatorial battle where players represent their continent with nothing but pride on the line. We analyze Europe's chances against the Americans at Beth Page Black, weighing team dynamics, player form, and course factors. • European team has strong experience with McIlroy entering his eighth Ryder Cup • Recent wins from Fleetwood and McIlroy remove potential psychological barr...

Gullane Golf Club delivers a magical links experience, leaving us completely in love with the course and facilities as we explore the self-described "Village of Golf." • Driving to Gullane provides immediate immersion in golf with courses lining both sides of the road • The club features two clubhouses - the historic Members' Clubhouse and the newer Links Clubhouse built about 10 years ago • Dylan, the Sales Manager, showed us their exceptional facilities including a top tracer driving range...

We discover that Hankley Common Golf Club delivers a stunning golfing experience that exceeds expectations and counters our fears about tight fairways and punishing heather. The course proves to be not only playable but absolutely beautiful with its purple heather, pristine white sand, and immaculate fairways. • Ranked 58th in UK and Ireland, but feels like it should be ranked higher • Fears about difficult heather and narrow fairways were unfounded • Clubhouse is classy and welcoming with e...

Is this a marmite course? The third part of the trilogy of Scottish courses... and this one certainly had us on different sides of the argument. Billed and a unique and interesting golf course, Cruden Bay Golf Club didn't disappoint... Chris wasn't a fan to say the least, Nish really liked it - find out where the battle lines were drawn for this one In this review, we cover; - The club and clubhouse experience - Meeting a local celebrity - Some top tips if you end up playing Cruden Bay Golf C...

Our 2nd course in our Scottish triple header was Trump International Aberdeen, which is and has been, a divisive course for many reasons. We wanted to give this course a fair chance and see what we thought of it. It's been a round that has been on, then off, then on again, so the excitement was already palpable at being able to play. So we made sure we recorded our preview in the early hours on our drive over to the course. In this preview, we cover; - How the round came about - Discussions o...

Part One of our Scottish triple header was Gullane No 1 at Gullane Golf Club, in East Lothian, Scotland. This parcel of golfing land is home to no fewer than 5 top 100 golf courses, and in the wider region, more than 10. Golf has been played at Gullane in some form since 1650, so this really is the cradle of golf. We're going back to the beginning of this great game of golf. In this preview, we cover; - How to say Gullane properly - The incredible course and club history - What we're look...

Is this the MOST under-ranked golf course in the UK? We review Hindhead Golf Club, which we played as part of a Surrey double-header, where we were invited to play by friend of the Pod, Andrew, and his buddy Tony. In our preview, we waxed lyrical about the front 9 and how spectacular it looked. Did it live up to our expectations? We also got a great welcome to the club by everyone there, which added to the overall impression of the members, and the club, and the Club President, Mr Jack Buch...

Billed as a "unique and unforgettable experience", Cruden Bay Golf Club is a very interesting course that we are really looking forward to playing. It's part of a Scottish trip we're making up to the Aberdeenshire coast, and this is the 3rd Scottish golf course we are playing. It feels like its a proper Scottish golf test, with a dramatic cliffy backdrop with views over Cruden Bay. We're expecting a complete visual feast, and the course is described as the 2nd most fun in Scotland! Find ou...

We review our first ever open competition at West Lancs Golf Club. Learn about our thoughts on the golf course, as well as the lovely welcome we received from the members and staff. We also took the time to chat about Scottie Scheffler winning The Open at Royal Portrush. We're also going up for an award, and are looking for your nominations for the People's Choice Award at the British Podcast Awards - you can vote for us here - if you feel inclined Send us fan mail Learn more about our journe...

Part 2 of our Surrey double-header is Hankley Common Golf Club. Andrew, who messaged us about playing at Hindhead, has arranged this with a friend of his who is a member at Hankley Common. We can't wait to play here. The course looks like a proper grown-up test of golf. But what else are we looking forward to? Find out in this preview episode. We're also going up for an award, and are looking for your nominations for the People's Choice Award at the British Podcast Awards - you can vote for u...

We've been invited to play at the glorious Hindhead Golf Club by Andrew, who is a member there. He is a fellow Top 100-er and listened to our episode after playing Aberdovey, which compelled him to reach out and extend the invitation. In our preview, we discover why this golf club is one we're really looking forward to, in particular, a spectacular looking front 9 holes that look like a roller coaster. We're also going up for an award, and are looking for your nominations for the People's Cho...

We're joined by Lee from Harbs7Golf, who's a big friend of the podcast, and he loves putting money on sport. He's here to combine his knowledge of betting and his love of golf to give you a bit of an idea as to where the smart money is for anyone looking to bet on this year's Open. The Open betting tips and predictions in the episode are designed to give you good value, with an eye for an outside bet. Here's the link to the Youtube video for the compeition Send us fan mail Learn more about ou...

We dive into the highs and lows of the fifth annual Nish Invitational golf tournament held at Worsley Park Golf Club, where twelve players battled Singapore-like heat, competitive tension, and occasional controversy. • Custom welcome packs including personalised Titleist Pro V1 balls, tees, ball markers, and divot tools set the tone for a special day • Extreme heat forced even the most traditional golfers to break their own rules and wear shorts • Worsley Park proves the perfect venue with i...

Is Ganton Golf Club near Scarborough in Yorkshire the best golf course you've never heard of? Have a look at our scorecard and pictures from a great day on the links People in the know and in and around golf their entire lives know about the reputation and allure of Ganton, but as it's not an Open rota course or host of major tournaments, Nish had never heard of it. We found out what was so special about this great, historic golf course and club. Send us fan mail Learn more about our ...

We're playing in our FIRST EVER Open competition at the famous, but unheralded, West Lancs Golf Club Invited along by friends of the Podcast, Paul (Jim's friend) and Matt, we're excited about the day ahead at the 9th oldest golf club in England. A golf course that is known for its stunning golf, and one of the courses on the celebrated and feted "Golf Coast" in and around Southport, we can't wait to test ourselves out there and report back to you. Send us fan mail Learn more about our journ...