Course Diaries
October 2024
273 – Halloween Special Eclectic 18: Simon Haines (pt 2)
In this special two-part podcast, Simon unpacks his Eclectic 18 from holes that no longer exist. Please see our show notes on our blog here to view some of these holes, beautifully compiled by Simon. While the link to Halloween might be tenuous, we hope that doesn't deter you from enjoying what is an exceptional podcast. In the first part, we go through Simon's back nine. Par 32, 2,456 yards 10 - Sunningdale (New) - Par 3 - 160 yards 11 - Hangar Hill - Par 4 - 430 yards 12 - Chadwick Manor - Par 4 - 365 yards 13 - Sunningdale (Old) - Par 4 - 270 yards 14 - Royal Birkdale - Par 3 - 202 yards 15 - Lido - Par 4 - 404 yards 16 - Augusta National - Par 3 - 145 yards 17 - Swinley Forest - Par 3 - 180 [...]
272 – Halloween Special Eclectic 18: Simon Haines (pt 1)
In this special two-part podcast, Simon unpacks his Eclectic 18 from holes that no longer exist. Please see our show notes on our blog here to view some of these holes, beautifully compiled by Simon. While the link to Halloween might be tenuous, we hope that doesn't deter you from enjoying what is an exceptional podcast. In the first part, we go through Simon's front nine. Par 34, 2,845 yards 1 - Prestwick - Par 5 - 578 yards 2 - Headingley - Par 4 - 407 yards 3 - Royal St George's - Par 4 - 267 yards 4 - Royal Cinque Ports - Par 3 - 145 yards 5 - Copt Heath - Par 3 - 118 yards 6 - Hunstanton - Par 4 - 350 yards 7 - Royal Liverpool - Par 3 - 200 yards 8 - The Addington (New) - Par 4 - [...]
271 – Bill Elliott: Sports Journalist (pt 2)
In Part 2 of this cracking podcast with Bil Elliott - lifetime sports journalist and editor at Large for Golf Monthly, we talk about the emergence of the European Ryder Cup team, Seve, Tiger and some of the s that surround the industry of golf writing. Latest Products
270 – Bill Elliott: Sports Journalist (pt 1)
Sam sits down for this epic two-part podcast with stalwart golf journalist and Editor at large for Golf Monthly about his career. In part 1, Bill talks about how he came to become involved in journalism, as well as becoming a sports correspondent and ultimately golf. We talk about life on the road, and how he came to become friends with a number of stars on the European tour in a career that spans well over 50 years. Latest Products
269 – Course Diaries: Knighton
A few announcements on the website and merch front, as well as a recap of our afternoon at Sunningdale Heath. We also get into Knighton Golf Club. Based over on the Welsh border in Powys and dating back to 1906, the club has only 70 members and runs a straightforward honesty box for its visitors. Square greens and a motto, "Far & Sure," might be where the similarities with Chicago Golf Club start and end, but this little community-run club deserves for anyone to stop by and see it for themselves. Latest Products
268 – Course Diaries: St. Anne’s Old Links
Founded in 1901, St Anne's Old Links - or 'Old Links' as it was known in the early days and still is by the locals, is a George Lowe / Sandy Herd links gem on the Fylde Coast, a stones throw from Royal Lytham & St Anne's. The course used to be occupied by the club that would become 'Royal Lytham' and has a fascinating history of its own! Latest Products
265 – The Yorkshire Challenge
Sam and Tom debrief on a big few days spent up on the land of Yorkshire. Three days of golf at Lindrick, Ganton & Moortown, as well as a bit of a download from the much talked about 'Denham Bowl'... Special mention this week to Royal County Down who will be playing host to the Irish Open and what is a very rare chance to see the spectacular links on TV. Latest Products
August 2024
260 – Course Diaries: Seaton Carew
Sam sits down during the English Amateur Championship at Seaton Carew for this Course Diaries episode. Alex and the rest of the team at the club are on a journey of taking this historic 22-hole links through phases of constant improvement and in 2024 the club is celebrating its 150th anniversary! Latest Products
259: Course Diaries – The Addington w/ Ryan Noades pt 2
In Part II of this Course Diaries two-part behemoth, we talk to Ryan about the restoration work underway at The Addington under the stewardship of Clayton DeVries & Pont. Ryan's passion and enthusiasm, alongside the canvas he has at The Addington, make this the most interesting restoration project in the UK, and quite possibly the world. For more, head to @theaddingtongc or their website www.addingtongolf.com Latest Products
258: Course Diaries – The Addington w/ Ryan Noades pt 1
Live from an undisclosed beer garden in South West London, after an 18-hour day, we finally sat down to record this podcast. A Course Diaries podcast with Ryan was always going to be a long one, so this is a two-parter. We'll be releasing Part II early next week. In this episode, we talk about why The Addington is unique, how the club came into the ownership of Ron Noades and before him Moira Fabes, and much more of the history at The Addington, including the golden years when it was seen as 'the Sunningdale before Sunningdale.' For more, head to @theaddingtongc or their website www.addingtongolf.com Latest Products
