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A bird’s-eye view of Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa reveals its impressive setting, surrounded by sweeping fairways and beautifully landscaped grounds.

I checked into a hotel fit for Taylor Swift

The American Golf Luxury Advent Calendar features 24 days of golfing treats, including balls, tees, accessories and more, all presented in festive red, white and blue packaging.

American Golf's £129 luxury advent calendar is a golfer's dream

Garmin's new Approach S72 golf smartwatch comes in two sizes and features advanced swing analysis, detailed course mapping and green-reading technology.

Garmin launches £700 golf watch packed with new features

Lauren Crump

Shropshire golfer wins superb world championship gold

Two clever bits of golf tech, one smarter round: the Garmin Approach S70 and new Approach Z10 bring detailed course mapping and pinpoint distances together.

Garmin Approach S70 and Z10 rangefinder put to the test

Belfast laid out below in all its glory, with sweeping views across the city from the Grand Central Hotel.

An hour from home - why have I not discovered Northern Ireland before?

Volkswagen ID.Polo

Can Volkswagen reinvent the traditional supermini with the ID.Polo?

Lauren Crump

Golfer Lauren Crump selected for World Junior Girls Championship

Lauren Crump tees off the 15th during day one of the AIG Women's Open

Lauren Crump earns place in European Junior Solheim Cup to tackle USA

Aaron Rai in action in Memphis

Aaron Rai caps outstanding season with spot in FedExCup playoff place

Lauren Crump

Shropshire's Lauren Crump stars as England win Home Internationals

The Manor House in Castle Combe is one of the Cotswolds' most picturesque luxury hotels, with its ivy-clad stone façade, historic architecture and beautifully kept gardens creating a stunning first impression.

The Manor House in Castle Combe review: Golf, luxury and fine dining

Lauren Crump tees off the 15th during day one of the AIG Women's Open

'Can compete with the best' Lauren Crump reflects on dream major debut

Shropshire teen golf star Lauren Crump has qualified for the AIG Women's Open. Picture: England Golf

Shropshire golf star Lauren Crump seals first major championship spot

A selection of beginner-friendly golf equipment and accessories available from American Golf, including clubs, shoes, a glove and on-course essentials.

American Golf boosts beginner golf sale

Wolverhampton golfer Aaron Rai paired with major winners at The Open

Wolverhampton golfing sensation Aaron Rai.

Rai insists PGA Championships success has not changed life inside golf
The Wolverhampton golfing sensation won the 2026 PGA Championship in May.
Russell Youll

Lauren Crump

How Shropshire's Lauren Crump impressed one of golf's greatest players

The Belfry combines championship golf, modern accommodation and extensive leisure facilities across its 550-acre estate

Review: Why The Belfry remains one of Britain's best golf resorts

The Club brings together fitness, swimming and wellness facilities in a bright, modern setting

Spa stays among summer deals at award-winning The Belfry (aff)

The Belfry Hotel & Resort in the Midlands

Family golf and spa stays among new deals at award-winning The Belfry

Aaron Rai of England plays a shot from a bunker on the second hole during the final round of the 126th US Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club

No major follow-up - but here's why Aaron Rai's US Open was impressive

Lauren Crump and Annika Sorenstam

Shropshire star Lauren shines in front of legend Annika Sorenstam

Aaron Rai during his opening round of the 2026 US Open

Rai four over par as fog disrupts opening day at US Open

Audi A6 Avant

Long-term report: Hybrid power comes to the fore in the Audi A6 Avant

Side view of a large motorhome in a garage

Peter Murrell case £124,550 motorhome had just four miles on clock when seized

Shropshire & Herefordshire Junior Greensomes winners Alex Meek & Zachary Summers

Starlets bid to follow in Aaron Rai's footsteps - golf-round-up

Isla McDonald-O'Brien

Shropshire golf star heading to Los Angeles for amateur Ryder Cup
Isla McDonald-O’Brien will represent GB & Ireland in the Curtis Cup next month.
Derek Bish

Aaron Rai celebrates US PGA Championship success. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

How Aaron Rai's early start helped him to golfing greatness

Three Hammers Golf Complex near Wolverhampton, where golf star: Aaron Rai, played a lot of his golf. Staff members and friends of his are on some pics. In Blue is Club Pro: Rob Bluck and in the black top is: Nick Forbes (Group Opperations Director)

Major winner Aaron Rai branded 'inspiration' to youngsters

PGA Championship Golf

Golf champion Aaron Rai’s old form tutor remembers youngster’s ‘determination’

Wolverhampton's 3 Hammers is major winner Aaron Rai's 'happy place'

'History maker!' - Prime Minister’s message to Aaron Rai

Aaron Rai of England and caddie Jason Timmis embrace after the final round of the PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club

The Wolverhampton YouTube coaches behind Aaron Rai’s major triumph

Aaron Rai celebrates US PGA Championship success. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy leads praise for Aaron Rai after historic major win

Aaron Rai holds the Wanamaker Trophy

US PGA Championship success ‘outside my wildest imagination’ admits Aaron Rai

Aaron Rai of England celebrates during the The Wanamaker Trophy presentation after winning the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club

Aaron Rai's first words after winning the US PGA Championship

Schools champion Zach Banks drives from the tee

Zach is star pupil at Shropshire & Herefordshire Schools Championship

Uncertainty over Staffordshire tournament amid LIV Golf closure fears

Louis Rickett 1st place

Shropshire teen clinches dramatic play-off win at Faldo Series

Junior Spring Cup 2026 winner Jack Dirkin, from Wrekin Golf Club

Jack gets his name added to the Spring Cup roll of honour

Wolverhampton golf star Aaron Rai to tee off at Masters with ex-champ

Will Enefer of England celebrates his first win on the 18th hole on day four of the CIRCA Cape Town Open 2026 at Royal Cape Golf Club in February.

Enefer looking to build on winning start to campaign

Husband-and-wife golf coaches honoured with national award for 'transforming liv...

The Golf GTI first went on sale in the UK in 1977. (Volkswagen)

The Volkswagen Golf GTI: 50 years of an iconic hot hatch

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Sporting news in brief

Shropshire golfer overcomes ‘twist of fate’ to join the game’s elite

Ryder Cup abuse of European players ‘crossed the line’ – PGA of America chief

Rory McIlroy says golf should never accept bad behaviour after Ryder Cup abuse

Rory McIlroy calls for ‘higher standard’ after being subjected to crowd abuse

Scottie Scheffler: I get calls and messages from Donald Trump following a win

Volkswagen confirms ID. Polo name for upcoming EV

Bridgnorth golfers take on the Open course at Royal Portrush

Phil Mickelson determined to get ‘back at it’ after missing Masters cut

Four from four as teenage golf ace Lauren leads England to international success

Golf still simply the best selling VW after 50 years

England Golf select Shropshire trio to represent West Midlands

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