Episode 111: Europe's Most UNIQUE Golf Courses - From Crownwood to Addington

In this episode of the Top 100 Clubhouse Podcast, host James Henderson is joined once again by Jasper Miners, Editor of Top 100 Golf Courses, for a catch up on some of their recent trips, stories from excursions with Lockhart, and some of the most fascinating courses they've encountered across the UK and Europe.The conversation begins with Crownwood Golf Club and the work of friend of the show, Christian Lundin, exploring what makes his work at Crownwood so visionary. James and Jasper discuss how a golf course architect's own playing ability can influence their design philosophy, before diving into Crownwood's exceptional conditioning and attention to detail.The pair then turn their attention to some of England's most revered layouts, including Rye and Littlestone, discussing their rich histories, strategic challenges, and enduring appeal. Later, they explore the unique character of Addington before highlighting the innovation found at Northcliffe, Royal Copenhagen, and Falsterbo. Play fast, lunch slow. Chapters00:00 – Intro01:31 – Highlights of Crownwood Golf Course & Christian Lundin08:30 – How a Golf Course Architect's Game Influences Design12:22 – Crownwood's Conditioning Is Next Level15:57 – Is Rye One of the Toughest Golf Courses in the UK?23:32 – Highlights and History of Littlestone Golf Club28:16 – The Uniqueness of Addington37:35 – North Foreland Short Course39:19 – Courses Played with Lockhart Travel48:25 – Big Walks in Links Golf51:37 – Switching Off at Royal Copenhagen57:30 – Falsterbo & Closing ThoughtsTop 100 Golf Courses Website 🛜:https://www.top100golfcourses.com/Top 100 Golf Courses Official Merch 🧢:https://shop.top100golfcourses.com/Lockhart Travel Club ✈️:https://www.lockharttravelclub.com/membership/Follow Top 100 Golf Courses:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/officialtop100/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/thetop100golfcourses/