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The Golf Pilgrim Top 100

This is the essential podcast for those planning to play the world's top golf courses. We now have dozens of reviews from Top 100 courses in the UK, Ireland, France, Spain, Italy, Scandinavia, the USA and Australia…and the library is building every week.  All the episodes are stand alone - you don't have to listen to them in any particular order.In 2020 Neil White began a challenge to play all of the world's top courses.  You can read his reviews at www.thegolfpilgrim.com.  Now you can listen to his reviews, as he gives an honest account of the courses, the practice facilities,  and the food available.  Is it value for money?  Will you be made to feel welcome as a visitor?  There are champagne and comedy moments to discuss, in the company of his fellow journalist and pal Ian Woods.  Ian's a former Sky News and BBC Correspondent, who's now working for ITV.  He's played a lot of great courses too, and is a former Captain of the Press Golfing Society.<

  1. 140

    Tralee, County Kerry, Ireland

    Legend has it that an Irish monk, St Brendan, set sail from Tralee and landed in America centuries before Columbus.  Now thousands of Americans make the reverse journey on a pilgrimage to a golf course designed by Arnold Palmer.  Mind you, he credited God with doing half the work.Tralee Golf Club is surrounded by water and sand dunes, with scenic holes that set the pulse racing and a few quirky ones to test your imagination. Like the Rose of Tralee, the attraction is not her beauty alone….https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/traleehttps://traleegolfclub.com/Music: Daniel O’DonnellDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

  2. 139

    West Lancs, Lancashire, England

    Formed in 1873, this is one of the oldest clubs in England, but it is as relevant to the history of golf as it was when it was founded.Its close relationship with Royal Liverpool means that West Lancs will jointly stage the Amateur Championship with Hoylake in 2026.  And it will also continue to host the Final Open Qualifying for the top pros looking for a last-minute ticket to Royal Birkdale.But even if you are neither a top amateur nor professional, you will be thrilled by the challenge and the condition of the West Lancashire course, which runs alongside the Mersey Estuary, and is one of the gems of North-West links golf.https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/west-lancashirehttps://www.westlancashiregolf.co.uk/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

  3. 138

    Muirfield, East Lothian, Scotland

    The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers can lay claim to being the founders of modern golf, having established the first set of competition rules soon after being founded in 1744.Muirfield has been their home since 1890, and the course has hosted the Open Championship sixteen times - but not since 2013.  The club changed its much-criticised rules and now admits women as members, but it still awaits the return of the Claret Jug to a course regarded as among the best in the world.https://www.muirfield.org.uk/https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/muirfield-the-honourable-company-of-edinburg-golfersCommentary credit:  R&amp;ADo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

  4. 137

    Gullane No.1, East Lothian, Scotland

    They&apos;ve been playing golf in this part of Scotland for hundreds of years, and for more than a century, they&apos;ve had three 18-hole courses in Gullane to choose from.  Gullane Number 1 is the highest rated and has twice hosted the Scottish Open.East Lothian is blessed with a large number of quality golf courses, but what sets Gullane apart is the variety of holes and the huge change in elevation as you climb the hill, which provides stunning views over its neighbours.And if the podcast doesn&apos;t whet your appetite, click on the link below for one of the very best club websites we&apos;ve come across, with course guides and plenty of history to inform prospective visitors.https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/gullane-no-1https://gullanegolfclub.com/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    The Els Club Vilamoura, Algarve, Portugal

    We have a Golf Pilgrim Top 100 exclusive!The Els Club is the first private golf club in the Algarve, and its course was reimagined by Ernie Els from the Vilamoura Victoria, which previously hosted the Portugal Masters.The doors opened for us to be among the first to review a club which has five-star service and very lofty ambitions.https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/els-club-vilamourahttps://www.elsclubvilamoura.comDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Quinta Do Lago, Algarve, Portugal

    Three courses and a former Ryder Cup Captain are squeezed into this episode from one of Europe&apos;s top golf resorts.Quinta Do Lago South, North, and Laranjal offer different challenges.  Paul McGinley has an Academy at the resort and has been going there for three decades.  He tells The Golf Pilgrim what makes it such an attractive place to visit.https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/quinta-do-lago-northhttps://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/quinta-do-lago-laranjalhttps://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/quinta-do-lago-southhttps://www.quintadolago.com/en/golf/overview/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

  7. 134

    Palmares, Algarve, Portugal

    The first of three episodes from Portugal, which has long been a favourite destination for British and Irish golfers, but is now attracting worldwide acclaim  The 27 holes at Palmares provide such a variety of challenges, that you might even forget you’re in the Algarve, with some holes akin to a Scottish links.  https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/palmareshttps://www.palmaresliving.com/golf/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Cavendish, Derbyshire, England

    Cavendish Golf Club styles itself as the inspiration for Augusta National, which is not as fanciful an idea as it may sound.  It opened in 1925 and was the last English course that Dr Alister MacKenzie designed before heading overseas to ply his trade.Eight years later, his breathtaking course in Georgia was born. So, with another US Masters almost upon us, let us take you to the English Peak District to look for similarities.https://www.cavendishgolfclub.com/https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/cavendishDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Te Arai (North and South), Northland, New Zealand

    Our final New Zealand episode and arguably, we&apos;ve saved the best for last.  Both Te Arai courses have leapt into the top 100 in the world despite being less than 5 years old.And we are delighted to say that New Zealand&apos;s best golfer, Ryan Fox, was so keen to talk about the courses, he joined us from Florida, while Jim Rohrstaff, the club&apos;s managing director, is also our special guest.The South course will host the Asia-Pacific Amateur championship in late 2026, and when you watch highlights on TV, you&apos;ll see just how spectacular it is…https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/te-arai-northhttps://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/te-arai-southhttps://tearai.com/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Blackmoor, Hampshire, England

    An honours board at Blackmoor gives a hint of its pedigree. How many provincial members clubs can boast of having had a US Open champion win a tournament on their course?Matt Fitzpatrick is one of several future professional stars to win a top amateur prize at this Harry Colt gem in Hampshire.In an effort to preserve the character of the course, the club hired designer Tim Lobb to carry out renovations, and he explains why Blackmoor is on a par with more famous neighbours in Surrey and Berkshire.www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/blackmoorwww.blackmoorgolf.co.ukDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Paraparaumu Beach, Wellington, New Zealand

    It&apos;s been called the spiritual home of New Zealand golf, having hosted many tournaments, and is still rated the country&apos;s second-best course.  It&apos;s also the only NZ course that Tiger Woods has played competitively - as a favour to his then Kiwi caddie Steve Williams.Paraparaumu Beach recently welcomed back the tour pros for the New Zealand PGA Championship.  It&apos;s not a long course, so you might expect a flood of low scores.  But the wind blew, and only TWO players finished under par!But good scores can be made in benign conditions…https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/paraparaumu-beachhttps://paraparaumubeachgolfclub.co.nz/cms/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Cleeve Hill, Gloucestershire, England

    Cleeve Hill has had a lot of publicity in recent years - largely because it almost went out of business until new owners took over - and it is now in England&apos;s Top 100. But this is so different from a lot of courses in the rankings - not just in terms of its setting, high above Cheltenham, but because this is raw golf as it used to be.  The course might lack perfect paths and intensive maintenance, but it is a real adventure at a bargain price.Visit this part of the Cotswolds, and you will be rewarded with breathtaking views and some stunning holes.  https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/cleeve-hillhttps://www.cleevehillgolfclub.co.uk/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Titirangi, Auckland, New Zealand

    Titirangi is the Maori word for &quot;fringe of heaven&quot;, and is quite a contrast to many of the modern courses which have been opened in New Zealand in recent years.Dr Alister MacKenzie drew up his plans for the course a century ago, shortly after he&apos;d designed Royal Melbourne and before he got to Augusta National.  And that legacy has been protected by recent renovation work.www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/titirangiwww.titirangigolf.co.nz/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Cape Kidnappers, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

    If you watch some of the birds-eye view videos of Tom Doak&apos;s course, you might think you need a head for heights to play it.Fear not, some of the holes may look precariously placed on the edge of a precipice, but the wide fairways and substantial greens will reassure those with vertigo.That is not to say Cape Kidnappers lacks the &quot;wow&quot; factor. It is world-class, and the vistas are spellbinding.https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/cape-kidnappershttps://www.robertsonlodges.com/the-lodges/cape-kidnappersDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Arikikapakapa/Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

    A visit to one of the world&apos;s more unusual courses, where, as well as bunkers, you&apos;ll find thermal mud springs as hazards.Arikikapakapa is Maori for &quot;the gentle sound of plopping mud&quot;, and it&apos;s set in one of the country&apos;s most popular tourist areas.  https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/rotorua-arikikapakapahttps://arikikapakapagolfrotorua.co.nz/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Tara Iti, Northland, New Zealand

    It&apos;s always a dilemma when we feature a golf course that&apos;s so exclusive that you can&apos;t play unless you know a member.But we make an exception when a course is so highly rated that anyone who aspires to play the World&apos;s Top 100 will try to find a way to get on.Opened in 2015 and designed by Tom Doak, Tara Iti has such a stellar reputation that Rory McIlroy wanted to play a round here while on holiday. Course record holder Ryan Fox describes what their game was like…Interview courtesy Yardage Book Podcasthttps://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/tara-itihttps://taraiti.com/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    The European/Brittas Bay Club, County Wicklow, Ireland

    If you&apos;ve ever played The European Club, or ever wanted to, then this is a must-listen episode! Because The European is dead - but in 2027 will be reborn as The Brittas Bay Club.Raymond and Nicky Conlan bought the club from its founder, Pat Ruddy, and have hired Kyle Phillips (the man who gave us Kingsbarns), to do a complete redesign of the course. We have exclusive interviews with Nicky and Kyle, who explain why they felt a highly regarded course needed to be torn up and rebuilt.We played the course just before it closed, and offer our thoughts on why change was needed.https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/the-european-brittas-bayDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Martin Ebert Special

    When the R&amp;A feel that one of their Open Championship venues needs an update, Martin Ebert is the man they turn to.  He&apos;s already working on changes to the Old Course at St Andrews ready for 2027, and supervised improvements to Royal Birkdale which hosts in 2026. How does he go about enhancing courses which are already considered the best in the world?  Take a listen as he chats about his work around the world.Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    New Zealand GC, Surrey, England

    Join us as we step back in time, to a club where the lockers still bear the names of long-dead members, and where a competitive round of golf often takes second place to a good lunch.The New Zealand Golf Club (listen to the podcast for an explanation of the name) sits on Surrey heathland near Woking, and its well-draining clay base means great conditions even in the depths of winter. It feels private and exclusive, but visitors are welcome.  And if you have the stamina to play 36 holes or more in a day, you might consider a visit to be a bargain.https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/new-zealand-golf-clubhttps://www.nzgc.org/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Top Of The Scots

    What are the very best golf courses in Scotland?  In 2025 Neil and Ian joined the ratings panel for National Club Golfer, and their new top 100 list has just been published.Dan Murphy, who sets the guidelines and edits the rankings joins us to talk through those on the rise…So if you&apos;re planning a golf trip to Scotland this year, this is what you need to hear…Music: Brian FaheyDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    The Island, County Dublin, Ireland

    Some golf days are just a bit more special than others, so this mid-winter visit to The Island, north of Dublin, will linger long in the memory.A chilly, but sunny day; a very warm welcome from the staff, and a challenging course in great condition.Don&apos;t just take our word for it…the day after we visited, three-time major winner Padraig Harrington played The Island on a charity day - a sure sign that this is one of Ireland&apos;s finest links. And you no longer have to take a rowing boat to get there….https://www.theislandgolfclub.com/https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/the-islandDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

  22. 119

    Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire, England

    Even if you&apos;ve never heard of the golf course, you all know Sherwood Forest thanks to dozens of depictions of Robin Hood in TV and cinema.  Any course designed by Harry Colt and later by James Braid is always worth exploring, and the heathland track is particularly appealing in the winter, when fairways and greens remain firm.Renowned course architect Martin Ebert describes the changes he&apos;s overseeing, and we recall when the club made national headlines over a court case involving allegations of cheating…https://www.sherwoodforestgolfclub.co.uk/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

  23. 118

    Best of the best of 2025 (Part 2)

    In the second half of our review of the year, we explore golf in Scandinavia and the Baltic, as well as Ireland&apos;s Wild Atlantic coast.  But nothing beats a visit to Fife when the Old Course at St Andrews is on the itinerary.Golf commentators Andrew Cotter and Nick Dougherty share their champagne moments of the year, and we recall the drama of the Ryder Cup, as well as the less savoury moments from Bethpage Black.Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

  24. 117

    Best of the best of 2025 (Part 1)

    While we take a bit of a break for Christmas, join us for a look back on some of the best courses we played during 2025.  In this first half we recall rounds in continental Europe as well as Great Britain…with Cruden Bay in Scotland among the favourites.And Ewen Murray from Sky Sports returns to The Golf Pilgrim to recall his champagne moment of the year.Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

  25. 116

    Rosendaelsche, Gelderland, Netherlands

    The club’s motto translates as “go straight and you will never fail”, which is sensible advice on most courses, but particularly so at Rosendalelsche with its huge number of trees  One of continental Europe’s top ranked courses, on the one occasion that it hosted the Dutch Open, it was won by Bernhard Langer. His course record score lasted 30 years!https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/rosendaelschehttps://rosendaelsche.nl/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

  26. 115

    The Addington, Surrey, England

    &quot;Ch-ch-changes..&quot; sang David Bowie, and we know many golf club members are deeply suspicious of any dramatic alterations to their beloved course. But the vast changes at The Addington this decade have been widely praised.The Addington was once the premier club in London, but the march of time had seen the course become overgrown. Now, the city skyline is more visible, giving it a unique selling point.Owner Ryan Noades explains how thousands of trees have been removed to restore the course to its original design.  And former England cricketer Mark Butcher sings the praises of the club he is a member of. https://addingtongolf.com/https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/the-addington-revisedDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

  27. 114

    Kennemer, North Holland, Netherlands

    If you feel weary after your 18 holes at Kennemer, spare a thought for Ryder Cup stars Jose-Marie Olazabal and Ronan Rafferty, who endured a record-breaking NINE hole play-off here to decide the Dutch Open in 1989.Ronan joins us on the podcast to describe in hilarious detail that endurance test where he and Jose played on and on and on in a storm.It&apos;s also the course where Andy Sullivan&apos;s reward for a hole-in-one was a trip into space!https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/kennemerhttps://kennemergolf.nl/Credits - Commentary: DP World Tour. Music: Ronnie HiltonDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Kilspindie, East Lothian, Scotland

    Golfers visiting East Lothian are spoilt for choice, but many choose to include Kilspindie in their itinerary.These tight, traditional links offer spectacular views, and the relatively short course is popular with those who favour accuracy over distance.https://www.kilspindiegolfclub.co.uk/https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/kilspindieDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Royal Hague, South Holland, Netherlands

    Ony five courses in Continental Europe make it into the best in the World list according to Top100golfcourses.com - but Royal Hague is one of them.Awarded its &quot;Royal&quot; tag on its centenary in 1993, the Dutch King and Queen frequently play there along with other members of the Royal family.Designed by Colt and Allison, its huge dunes make it a tough climb but the effort is well worthwhile, because every hole is memorable.https://khgcc.nl/https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/royal-hague-koninklijke-haagsche-golf-en-country-clubDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Musselburgh Old Links and Royal Musselburgh, East Lothian, Scotland

    Unusually, we&apos;ve combined two golf clubs into one episode - but they do have something in common.Musselburgh Old Links was one of the original venues for The Open Championship, but the limitations of its nine-hole layout led to its replacement by Muirfield, and golfers migrated to other courses with more land.One of those clubs was Royal Musselburgh, a parkland course and very different to Musselburgh Old Links, which sits within Musselburgh racecourse. But their shared history made for an entertaining 27-hole day.https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/musselburghhttps://musselburgholdcourse.comDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    De Texelse, North Holland, Netherlands

    The first of a quartet of Dutch course reviews coming up in the next few weeks as the Netherlands becomes the 15th country to be visited by the Golf Pilgrim.De Texelse is a tranquil resort on an island just off the coast of Holland, and the venue for a recent European Nations Cup for journalists.  Suffice to say, the British team was some way short of the podium….But the links-like course is a winner - having expanded from 9 to 18 holes a decade ago.https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/de-texelsehttps://texelse.com/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Lanark, Lanarkshire, Scotland

    We are delving into the history books in this episode…because recent research indicates that Lanark is the oldest inland golf course in the world.They&apos;ve been playing here since 1851, with Old Tom Morris and James Braid lending their expertise to its design.Its location means it may be an excellent option on your way to or from a Scottish golfing holiday….https://www.lanarkgolfclub.co.uk/https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/lanarkDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Stoke Park, Buckinghamshire, England

    Stoke Park was the setting for one of the most famous moments in golf, albeit a fictional match.Its proximity to Pinewood film studios meant it was the perfect spot to film James Bond&apos;s match against Auric Goldfinger in the 007 movie released in 1964.Now in the hands of a real-life billionaire, Stoke Park has quite a story of its own. The club closed for several years and had its membership abolished before reopening as an exclusive pay-and-play venue.https://www.stokepark.com/https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/stoke-parkDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Powfoot, Dumfrieshire, Scotand

    Powfoot may be some distance from Scotland&apos;s most famous links, but that can have advantages.Visitors will discover a much lower greenfee than better known courses.  And its location, a dozen or so miles from the M6 and the English border makes it very easy to get to for golfers heading north or south.And we hear from upcoming star Chloe Tarbard who battled apocalyptic weather to win the Scottish Girls Championship at Powfoot.https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/powfoothttps://www.powfootgolfclub.com/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

  35. 106

    Enniscrone, County Sligo, Ireland

    Back to the west coast of Ireland and another links course on the Wild Atlantic Way. Enniscrone is rated highly enough to feature in the top 100 in GB &amp; Ireland, having been extended from 9 to 18 holes by Eddie Hackett in the 1970s.The course is situated among towering dunes, and even if you don’t encounter many birdies or eagles during your round, you should spot a variety of birdlife in this tranquil haven.https://enniscronegolf.com/https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/enniscroneDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Loch Lomond, Dumbartonshire, Scotland

    The great American golfer Tom Weiskopf won the Open at Troon and was runner-up at the Masters at Augusta four times.  But when he designed this exclusive course on the banks of Loch Lomond, he considered it his lasting memorial to golf.Loch Lomond&apos;s website gives a clue to the membership, claiming it&apos;s only &quot;90 minutes from London, two hours from Paris, and approximately six hours from both New York and Dubai.&quot;Neil drove up from Nottingham for a taste of the high life…https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/loch-lomondhttps://www.lochlomond.com/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

  37. 104

    Carne, County Mayo, Ireland

    When golf writer Tom Coyne travelled around Ireland playing all its great links courses, everyone was keen to know which one he enjoyed the most.  Carne was not the favourite that most would have expected.But its rawness and remoteness stole his heart, and he helped publicise its charms worldwide, which helped save the club when it almost went out of business.Tom tells the Golf Pilgrim what makes Carne so special.https://carnegolflinks.com/https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/carne-hackett-atlantic-dunesDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    St Andrews Old Course, Fife, Scotland

    Reasons to listen to this extra-special, bumper edition episode from St Andrews...We offer practical advice on how to secure a tee time on the Old Course and how to play if you&apos;re a mid-to-high handicapper.Sky Sports Golf host Nick Dougherty tells us how he won the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship here in 2007.It&apos;s our 100th episode!It&apos;s the Home of Golf!!And we may even throw in an eagle as a bonus…https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/st-andrews-oldhttps://www.standrews.com/homepageDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Hunstanton, Norfolk, England

    Have you ever had a hole-in-one, three days running, on the same hole? In a competition? No, we didn&apos;t think so.That&apos;s why the 16th at Hunstanton Golf Club has a plaque honouring Bob Taylor. He tells us about his extraordinary feat at the Norfolk course in 1974, and we learn what makes &quot;Sunny Hunny&quot; on England&apos;s east coast so special.https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/hunstantonhttps://www.hunstantongolfclub.com/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    County Sligo, Sligo, Ireland

    The Golf Pilgrim teams up with two of the internet’s most popular golf video creators at one of Ireland’s most popular courses!County Sligo, also known as Rosses Point, is set amid the stunning scenery which inspired the Nobel Prize-winning poet WB Yeats. How will these modern-day wordsmiths describe the challenge posed by these 18 holes?https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/county-sligohttps://countysligogolfclub.ie/visitor-green-fee-rates/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Bro Hof Slott, Stockholm, Sweden

    England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, Spain, France and Italy have all hosted the Ryder Cup.  And yet Sweden - which has provided ten players in the European Team - is still waiting.We think the Stadium Course at Bro Hof Slott near Stockholm would be an excellent venue. With a castle for a clubhouse, it&apos;s built for matchplay drama and can accommodate large crowds.There are two courses to test visitors and an 18-hole putting course!https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/bro-hof-slott-stadiumhttps://www.brohofslott.com/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Narin & Portnoo, Donegal, Ireland

    There are some links courses where golfers will never see the sea, and then there are some that hug the coastline so tightly that the beach is a tempting diversion. At Narin &amp; Portnoo, they tell the story of a German couple who thought they had got lost but emerged several hours late to say they had decided to have a picnic on the beach. Needless to say, the views on this Donegal gem are tremendous, and so are the holes. https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/narin-portnoohttps://narinandportnoolinks.com/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Ullna, Stockholm, Sweden

    There&apos;s never been a sportsman like Sven Tumba.  After playing Ice hockey at the Winter Olympics and football in the European Cup, he turned his attention to golf, became a professional, and represented Sweden in the World Cup.  Oh, and he was also Sweden&apos;s best waterskier.He&apos;s credited with popularising golf in Sweden, and designed the course at Ullna which opened in 1981.  When it needed a revamp, he called up his friend Jack Nicklaus to oversee it.The course is now rated one of the best in continental Europe.https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/ullnahttps://ullnagolf.se/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

  44. 97

    Lough Erne (Faldo), County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland

    Must golfers come to Ireland for a Links experience, but Lough Erne offers something different.  Designed by 6-time major winner Sir Nick Faldo, and opened in 2009, it&apos;s been named in the top ten parkland courses in GB &amp; Ireland.Rory McIlroy and Padraig Harrington celebrated its opening by playing a challenge match…find out how Rory made his mark with a stunning drive.And co-designer Guy Hockley explains how and why the 18th is a challenging par 3.https://www.lougherneresort.com/golf/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Dunbar, East Lothian, Scotland

    Sky Sports golf commentator Ewen Murray has worked and played at the world&apos;s most famous courses.  But ask him his favourite….and he&apos;ll tell you to go to a links course in East Lothian, which more illustrious neighbours surround.Ewen became a member of Dunbar when he was a promising junior golfer, commuting by bus and train from his home in Edinburgh.  It&apos;s a stunning piece of land where they&apos;ve been playing golf for 400 years.https://www.dunbargolfclub.com/https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/dunbarDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Österåker (Öster by Stenson), Stockholm, Sweden

    After a cameo appearance in our Royal Troon episode, Henrik Stenson is back to discuss the Swedish course that bears his name.The former Open champion has teamed up with architect Christian Lundin to revamp the two 18-hole courses at this property near Stockholm. The East course reopened in 2019 and is already in Europe&apos;s Top 100, while the West course will soon be completed.https://ostgk.se/en/https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/%C3%B6ster%C3%A5ker-%C3%B6ster-by-stensonDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Renaissance Club, East Lothian, Scotland

    Fancy a round at the exclusive course which hosts the Scottish Open? Renaissance is a private members&apos; club for the wealthy.  But when the Golf Pilgrim played with Jerry Sarvadi, he suggested anyone who wants a game should give him a call or send him an email!You&apos;re likely to be vetted…the club suggests its &quot;One Time Experience&quot; deal is for potential members. But there&apos;s no harm in asking….https://trcaa.com/https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/renaissanceDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Åland (Castle), Åland Islands, Finland

    A hundred years ago, the Åland Islands were the subject of an international dispute that had to be settled by the League of Nations.  Are they Finnish or Swedish?Well, for the last century, the answer is a bit of both.  The archipelago is part of Finland, but everyone speaks Swedish.And although the golf courses are relatively modern, the site is historic, with a castle and Viking burial grounds nearby.https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/%C3%A5lands-castlehttps://www.agk.ax/enDo you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Royal Troon, Ayrshire, Scotland

    An all-star edition in which we visit one of the world&apos;s best-known courses and talk to two famous figures who know it well.Royal Troon is a regular host of The Open Championship, and in 2016, Henrik Stenson and Phil Mickelson played some spectacular golf as they vied to become Champion Golfer of the Year.  Henrik won, shooting a record 20 under par, and he tells The Golf Pilgrim of his love for the course.We also hear from BBC Commentator Andrew Cotter, who grew up as a member at Royal Troon. He explains why The Postage Stamp is one of the most iconic holes in golf.https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/royal-troonhttps://www.royaltroon.co.uk/Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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    Kytäjä, Uusimaa, Finland

    A tale of two courses…one which has mysteriously slipped out of Europe&apos;s Top 100 list, while its once lesser-ranked twin has overtaken it.At one point Kytäjä’s South-East course was rated as high as 65th in the continental list and was Number One in Finland. But this stylish resort sited between a forest and a gorgeous lake is definitely worth a visit.Both South-East and North-West courses are great.  Make up your own mind which one is best….www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/kyt%C3%A4j%C3%A4-south-eastwww.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/kyt%C3%A4j%C3%A4-north-westkytajagolf.fi/?lang=en-gb&amp;langmenu=1Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!

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This is the essential podcast for those planning to play the world's top golf courses. We now have dozens of reviews from Top 100 courses in the UK, Ireland, France, Spain, Italy, Scandinavia, the USA and Australia…and the library is building every week.  All the episodes are stand alone - you don't have to listen to them in any particular order.In 2020 Neil White began a challenge to play all of the world's top courses.  You can read his reviews at www.thegolfpilgrim.com.  Now you can listen to his reviews, as he gives an honest account of the courses, the practice facilities,  and the food available.  Is it value for money?  Will you be made to feel welcome as a visitor?  There are champagne and comedy moments to discuss, in the company of his fellow journalist and pal Ian Woods.  Ian's a former Sky News and BBC Correspondent, who's now working for ITV.  He's played a lot of great courses too, and is a former Captain of the Press Golfing Society.<

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