Baltusrol (Lower) New Jersey, USA The Golf Pilgrim Top 100 podcast

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Champagne corks are popping and why not? There are very few courses in the world that are as good as North Berwick, and are as much fun to play. Other Scottish courses may host The Open and other major championshps — North Berwick isn't big enough to do that. But the number of top professionals who pay to visit when in the area is testament to how highly it is rated. Neil describes his best ever round on a Top 100 course while Ian has to make do with comedy..but both of us left North Berwick with a huge smile on our faces. https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/north-berwick https://www.northberwickgolfclub.com Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!…

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Alwoodley, West Yorkshire, England 40:03

9 days ago40:03

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When doctor-turned-golf archietct, Alister MacKenzie unveiled the design for his very first course, even fellow members of this Yorkshire club were a little sceptical. They asked for a second opinion. Harry Colt took a look and gave it the thumbs up. After that, MacKenzie was in demand designing courses which are still among the very best in the world. Cypress Point, Augusta National, Royal Melbourne… Respect the history, but enjoy the present…because Alwoodley merits its place among the top courses in the UK. https://alwoodleygolfclub.com/ https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/alwoodley-golf-club-review Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!…

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Olgiata, Rome, Italy 32:18

18 days ago32:18

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This week we are in Italy - the tenth country on our podcast travels. If you're a tourist who wants to visit Rome, but don't want to miss out on the opportunity of a round of golf, then Olgiata is for you. Half an hour from the famous sights in the Eternal City is a course which Neil reckons is one of the toughest he's played - but he wasn't helped by an accident en route…. www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/olgiata www.olgiatagolfclub.com/ Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!…

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Burnham & Berrow, Somerset, England 33:15

28 days ago33:15

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Beware the injured golfers! Ian is forced to skip playing Burnham & Berrow because of a broken finger as well as foot surgery, while Neil isn't much better - hobbling round Burnham & Berrow with a painful toe affliction! Which is a shame because this Open Qualifying Course is a gem - and counts Justin Rose among its top admirers. The list of men who had a hand in designing and refining the course reads like a who's who of golf architects…. www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/burnham-berrow-reprised www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/burnham-berrow-golf-club-review www.burnhamandberrowgolfclub.co.uk/ Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!…

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La Manga, (South), Murcia, Spain 36:12

6 weeks ago36:12

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Ian returns to the place where he first learned to play golf - in between reporting on the England football team who used this luxury resort as a base before the 1998 World Cup. Back then, La Manga attracted many sports stars and celebrities. But when Neil and Ian last visited a decade ago, the condition of the courses was definitely below par. We're delighted to report that the South Course, which used to host the Spanish Open, is back to its best. lamangaclub.com/en www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/la-manga-south Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!…

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Las Colinas, Costa Blanca, Spain 28:20

7 weeks ago28:20

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Las Colinas near Alicante is rated as Spain's 20th best golf course, but we give it top marks for value for money in January. Three nights in a two bedroom apartment, including two rounds of golf for two players was £500. Definitely a more attractive option than enduring cold and wet weather back home. We can't promise your balls will stay dry though…there's a fair amount of water to negotiate! https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/las-colinas https://lascolinasgolf.com/en/ Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!…

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How Good? How Much?? 31:43

8 weeks ago31:43

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To mark the start of our partnership with National Club Golfer, we find out how courses earn their ranking in the Top 100. And we ask whether some clubs in Britain and Ireland are now out of reach for regular golfers. We are joined by two guests: Dan Murphy is the Editor of NCG's Top 100 list, and this year Ian and Neil have joined his ratings panel to judge Scotland's top courses. And NCG's Steve Carroll has been comparing the prices of all the top courses in GB & Ireland. Why are some so expensive, and are there still bargains to be had? His advice could help you plan your golf holiday this year…. Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!…

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Real Club Sevilla, Andalucia, Spain 27:45

10 weeks ago27:45

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And it's off to sunny Spain to shake off the winter blues and kick off a new year of Top 100 golf reviews. This course in Seville was designed by two-time Masters winner Jose Maria Olazabal and, since it opened in 1992, it has staged three Spanish Opens. sevillagolf.com/en/home/ www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/real-club-sevilla-golf Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!…

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The best of the best of 2024. 36:25

12 weeks ago36:25

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It's our final podcast of the year, so rather than reviewing one course, we are looking back over our previous episodes and choosing the best of the best. Which courses, holes and centres of golfing excellence really stood out? And because we are talking about members of the Top 100, rest assured that there will be no turkeys in this Christmas special! Happy New Year! Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!…

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Hayling, Hampshire, England 33:30

13 weeks ago33:30

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The search for a golf course in great condition in the middle of winter, where fairway mats aren't compulsory, takes us to this highly-rated south coast links. But if you can wait until summer, this is a great place to take advantage of cheaper twilight rates. https://www.haylinggolf.co.uk/ https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/hayling Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!…

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Royal Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 35:56

13 weeks ago35:56

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It's our 50th episode!!! The 40C heat made Neil wilt at gorgeous Royal Adelaide but, fortunately, when it had dropped, he was fit to join Mrs W in an Ashes-style battle with their Aussie hosts. With the iconic train in the background, the fun (and the sledging) began. www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/royal-adelaide www.royaladelaidegolf.com.au/cms/ Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!…

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Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England 34:46

14 weeks ago34:46

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From its elevated position close to the coast, the Isle of Purbeck features views as good as any in the UK. The owners have put a lot of effort into improving the condition of the course in recent years. Ian enjoys a winter round with champagne and comedy in equal measure, and chats to the club's head greenkeeper about the challenge of keeping a course playable all year round. www.purbeckgolf.co.uk/ Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!…

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Port Fairy, Victoria, Australia 26:57

14 weeks ago26:57

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Here's a course you might not even have heard of - unless you live in Australia. It's not in the World's Top 100 - but it is in the Top 50 in Australia. Ian and Neil argue over whether it's even worth devoting an episode to discuss it….but Neil has played it, and reckons it's got some of the most memorable holes anywhere! So do let us know if you enjoyed it! www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/port-fairy www.portfairygolf.com.au/cms Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!…

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Knole Park, Kent, England 38:11

16 weeks ago38:11

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Deer me! Golfers at Knole Park must share the course with several hundred deer, as well as visitors to the National Trust's impressive stately home and grounds, once frequented by Henry VIII. But lovers of more recent history can walk in the footsteps of The Beatles, who filmed two music videos here! Some steep climbs provide splendid views of the Kent countryside, but a misplaced shot could leave you feeling like The Fool On The Hill.... www.knoleparkgolfclub.co.uk www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/knole-park Do you agree with our review? Text us your opinion!…

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Royal Melbourne (West & East), Victoria, Australia 44:42

16 weeks ago44:42