News Summary
On December 4, 2025, the prestigious 2025 Golf Course Awards took place at Emirates Stadium, honoring the outstanding achievements in the golf industry across the UK and Ireland. Key winners included Ballyneety Golf Club, recognized as the Golf Course of the Year, among others like Prince’s Golf Club and Aberdovey Golf Club. The event highlighted innovation, sustainability, and community involvement, showcasing the best golf experiences available. Plans for the 2026 awards are already underway, encouraging further growth in the golf sector.
Celebrate Excellence at the 2025 Golf Course Awards!
Golf enthusiasts and industry insiders gathered on December 4, 2025, at the iconic Emirates Stadium to witness the unveiling of winners at the coveted 2025 Golf Course Awards. This annual event highlights outstanding achievements within the golf industry across the UK and Ireland. It was a fantastic night to recognize the very best in golf!
Who Made the Cut?
This year’s judging panel was made up of renowned experts, including former tour professional Nick Dougherty and prestigious golf course architect Scott Macpherson. With a keen eye for detail, the panel spotlighted the essentials: improvements, innovation, sustainability, accessibility, design, and conditioning. They made it clear—community involvement and delivering a top-notch experience on and off the course were at the forefront of their evaluations.
Big Winners of the Night
The evening highlighted some remarkable clubs that stood out for their excellence. Taking home the title of Great Britain & Ireland’s Golf Course of the Year was the Ballyneety Golf Club in County Limerick, which also snagged the Affordable Excellence Award. This club went above and beyond to create an enriching golfing experience, and their hard work was certainly recognized!
Over in Kent, Prince’s Golf Club was honored as England’s Golf Course of the Year, emphasizing their commitment to enhancing member experiences through first-rate facilities and services.
On the Welsh coast, Aberdovey Golf Club secured the title of Golf Course of the Year for Wales, proving their dedication to excellence. Meanwhile in Scotland, the renowned Championship Course at Carnoustie took home the honors as Golf Course of the Year, showcasing an outstanding layout that tests all levels of golfer skill.
Over in Ireland, Enniscrone Golf Club was celebrated as Ireland’s Golf Course of the Year. The club’s Chairwoman shared heartfelt thanks to past and present members, acknowledging the community’s vital role in their triumph.
Additional Recognitions
The fête didn’t stop there! Bush Hill Park Golf Club was crowned Members Club of the Year, demonstrating a member-centric approach that keeps golfers coming back. Also worth noting was The Repton Short Course at Rudding Park, awarded Short Course of the Year, recognized for its creative and fun approach to short format golf.
Sustainability took the spotlight as West Sussex Golf Club snagged the Sustainability Award, emphasizing a bright future for eco-friendly practices in golf. The thriving junior scene was acknowledged with Royal Norwich Golf Club receiving the Junior Golf Programme of the Year award for how well it nurtures young talent.
Golf resorts are also grabbing attention, as The Grove in Hertfordshire earned the title of Golf Resort of the Year, providing an incredible experience paired with luxurious amenities. For those seeking a unique urban experience, Pitch Wharf in London was awarded Indoor Golf Venue of the Year, just 10 months after opening—a testament to its innovative approach to social, urban golf.
Additionally, Anthony Blackburn’s initiative, Golf in Society, was recognized with the Inclusivity Award, showcasing the growing importance of inclusivity in sports.
A Bright Future Ahead
This year’s awards featured a wealth of highly commended courses including St Enodoc, Cleeve Hill, Sunningdale Heath, Dumbarnie Links, and Close House. The judges were thoroughly impressed with the quality of this year’s finalists, leading to many commendations across various categories, making this event a true celebration of excellence in the golf world.
The excitement doesn’t end here! Plans are already underway for the next awards ceremony, with submissions for the 2026 Golf Course Awards set to open in March. Get ready to be part of this fantastic journey as the golf industry continues to grow and evolve!
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