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289 – Tour Diaries: A Floridian Adventure pt 2 w/ Ryan Noades
Sam, Tom and Ryan continue to outstay their welcome on the terrace at Winter Park as they wrap up their adventures from America. In part II, we cover some of Florida's private scene after the arctic blast left snow in South Carolina, so we headed to warmer climbs in West Palm Beach to visit Bear Lakes and Pine Tree, as well as our time at TPC Sawgrass and Winter Park. This episode contains a full hit of more contemporary architecture, from Nicklaus designs at Bear lakes, Dick Wilson at Pine Tree, Pete Dye at Sawgrass and the rennovation by Keith Rhebb and Riley Johns at Winter Park. Stay tuned for some film content from Sawgrass and Winter Park in the coming weeks! Special thanks to FootJoy, we finished up on well over 150 holes on this trip and the Premiere's never felt like a grind! [...]
Rugby, Golf, and the Six Nations: A Grand Slam Tour with Clubs in Tow
There’s something poetic about the Six Nations. For me, the six nations always starts in the depths of the cold, dark winter. But as the weeks go by and the ever dwindling possibility of Wales winning the six nations fades, a new excitement arises. The dawning of the golf season. For whilst the six nations begins in February in Winter, it ends in April and the shoots of Spring emerge - indicating the beginning of grass growth, the longer days and the start of the golf season. The six nations also brings the clash of rugby titans, the pilgrimage to hallowed stadiums and the camaraderie of fans spilling out of pubs in the chill of early morning. But what if you packed your golf clubs alongside your match-day scarf? What if, between tries and tackles, you teed it up at some of the finest golf courses near each Six [...]
288 – Tour Diaries: A Floridian Adventure w/ Ryan Noades
Sam, Tom & Ryan (who our regular listeners will recall from our epic 2-pt Addington Course Diaries podcast last year) run the cook down before their flight home by recanting their travels through Florida. What started as a simple trip to the PGA show in Orlando snowballed into 10 days of golf… In this episode we cover: Streamsong: Black & Blue Maple Leaf Golf & Country Club High Grove The mighty Orlando Convention Centre Cabot Citrus Farms (Roost & Karoo) Latest Products
(Optional) Retro Day at Reigate Heath – 23rd May 2025
Please note that this event is now an optional Retro Day, with prizes up for grabs for both the overall and the best score with retro clubs. Back by popular demand, our second Retro Day of the year takes us to the brilliant Reigate Heath. This superb 9-hole course, with two sets of tees for variety across 18 holes, promises an afternoon of nostalgic golf. For just £60, enjoy golf followed by a BBQ beneath the iconic windmill, accompanied by beers and some prizes. For those brave enough, dust off your Ben Sayers blades and Pringle jumpers, as pre-1999 clothing and equipment will add some unique fun to what will be a brilliant day. But if you want to keep your new Titleist sticks and FootJoy clothes in play, then you're more than welcome to do that too. For a taste of what’s in store, check out our last [...]
Afternoon Tee at Formby Ladies – 22nd August 2025
Spend the day at one of our absolute favourites – Formby Ladies, a 5,300-yard heathland gem that’s as enjoyable as it is unique. Before your round, unwind with a proper afternoon tea in the newly refurbished clubhouse. At £100 for the day, it’s a brilliant opportunity to experience one of the most charming courses in the country. Cost: £100
Autumn Meeting at Little Aston – 24th September 2025
Join us this autumn at Little Aston for a proper day of putting, lunching, and camaraderie. For £125, enjoy 18 holes on one a Colt/Vardon layout, followed by a jacket-and-tie lunch in the clubhouse – the kind of lunch you don’t rush. The day concludes with an afternoon putting competition and drinks on their infamous putting green. Plus, you’ll take home some quality merchandise to remember the occasion. Cost: £125
