West Lancashire provides a very searching test of links golf. Practice facilities here are very good and the staff always offer a warm welcome
Michael Harris
No 73 – Worplesdon
The recent changes to this heathland gem makes Worplesdon a great choice. A charming clubhouse only adds to the appeal of this Surrey track
No 42 – Walton Heath – New
Walton Heath New course is in exemplary condition and is set in truly natural surroundings. Combined with the warm welcome, this is yet another one to add to your list…
No 40 – The Berkshire – Red
The Berkshire Red course contains some superb par 3s on a sporting layout, and the fantastic lunch will leave you planning your next visit soon after you've finished your round
No 18 – Woodhall Spa – Hotchkin
Woodhall Spa Hotchkin is a classic inland track in excellent condition. A hard, but fair test of golf
No 8 – Kingsbarns
Kingsbarns is a fantastic design and an enjoyable experience no matter what you score. The credit for that must go to architect Kyle Phillips.
No 3 – St Andrews – Old
St Andrews Old Course can boast a history like no other with some truly remarkable physical features. Every hole lives long in the memory, the mark of a truly great…
Portugal – Algarve
It's been 13 times lucky for our editor when revisiting the Algarve, so what will the outcome be as he explores Oceânico's latest offerings?
Lee Westwood sets the Ryder record straight
Lee Westwood has issued a statement regarding his reported comments after the Ryder Cup in the build up to his defence of the British Masters at The Belfry this week
Ping Rapture V2…well I’m in love
Mike makes a visit to the Ping custom fitting centre and falls in love with the Ping Rapture V2 driver
Faldo picks Casey and Poulter as his wildcards
European Ryder Cup captain, Nick Faldo, has selected Paul Casey and Ian Poulter as his two wildcard picks for the 2008 Ryder Cup matches at Valhalla in September
What’s in my bag: Mike Harris
GM editor, Mike Harris reveals the content of his bag
Mike Harris: What’s in my bag
Mike eases himself back into the world of blogging
Luke Donald out of the Open
Luke Donald will be forced to miss at least the next three to four weeks, including The Open Championship, after suffering a wrist injury during the final round at the…
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Golf Monthly Top 120 Course Rankings 2005/6
From Turnberry to Trevose, the UK and Ireland is home to some of the most stunning courses on Planet Golf. Read on to discover the aims and methodology and Golf…
Editor’s Blog: Going cold turkey
GM editor Mike Harris returns from blogging wilderness as he finally puts fingers to keyboard and contemplates a recent extended break from the game. Could this posting signal the start…
Editor’s Blog: Love actually
GM's editor Mike Harris has a golf-packed week and experiences varying success with the game. Warning: Blog features very high numbers...and a couple of letters
Editor’s Blog: Love actually
GM's editor Mike Harris has a golf-packed week and experiences varying success with the game. Warning: Blog features very high numbers...and a couple of letters
Golf Monthly Gear Vault
At 12.00 noon on Wednesday August 1st the Golf Monthly Gear Vault will open. Prepare to step inside and join GM's equipment editor Jeremy Ellwood for an exclusive look at…