Why is new golf gear so expensive?

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The article below was written by Steve Carroll of National Club Golfer. With drivers upwards of £500 and iron sets passing £1,000, the price of new equipment is a constant debate for club golfers. On The NCG Golf Podcast, Hannah Holden put the figures into context. New drivers, irons, putters: the big equipment brands are… Read more »

What are the most common golf shot shapes?

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Eighteen holes of golf will always throw up various different tests and situations. The ability to play different golf shot shapes—from tucked away pins to simply finding the middle of the green—is a huge benefit. In this guide, we speak to PGA Pro Barney Puttick about some of the most common golf shot shapes and… Read more »

The 11 best golf jumpers on the market (2024)

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Although some golfers play throughout winter, spring is often a time when many come out of ‘hibernation’, and golf courses gradually start getting busier again. However, don’t be fooled by the springtime sun—it’s likely to still be quite chilly out there on the greens, so now is the perfect time to invest in a new… Read more »

3 easy steps to perfect golf posture

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The article below was written by Jack Backhouse of National Club Golfer. How you stand to the ball has a massive effect how you you then swing and hit it. PGA pro Jack Backhouse explains how to set up for success. Standing to the ball with good posture is not complicated but is often overlooked… Read more »

How does a drop work in golf?

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A drop in golf is often a misunderstood concept, so if you’ve ever asked the question How does a drop work in golf?, you certainly won’t be alone. However, in this blog, we’ll answer that question so you can drop with confidence.   How does a drop work in golf? Firstly, when taking relief, you… Read more »

The best golf courses in the world: a complete guide

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Trying to define the best golf courses in the world is clearly a difficult and subjective task. However, in this blog, we’ve tried to help ourselves a bit by breaking it down into different sub-categories—from the most historic and beautiful courses to bucket list-type trips and everything else in between. Need a bit of inspiration?… Read more »