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Golf Club Talk UK

Leighton Walker

This show provides an entertaining and informative look at Golf Club life in the UK featuring the latest news and information. The show features interviews with the people that make things happen in the industry but also provides listeners with reviews of clubs that are at the top of their game. Largely the show will be aimed at people working in the golf industry and who govern clubs. It will aim to provide best practices and take a positive and forward thinking look at where golf clubs are

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All Episodes

01:19:50

Louis Booth & Ian Irving - GCTUK 53

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/10/13

After a catch up from Eddie and Leighton we roll into two interviews. Louis Booth is forging a great young career at the age of only 26! Louis has been in place as General Manager at Lincoln Golf Club for around 18 months and is already making his mark having come through COVID in good stead and now looking to develop the club's facilities, team and service. Louis talks about his progression from University in Cornwall into the Golf industry. There's some really impressive words and advice from

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01:01:59

Ryder Cup Special - GCTUK 52

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/09/22

A unique episode of Golf Club Talk UK this week with a Europe v USA Ryder Cup preview interview. After Leighton & Eddie catch up for a chat, Eddie is then joined in the blue camp by Gregor Jamieson, Scottish native and Director of Golf at Lake Nona and representing USA in the red camp is Keith Stewart of the Pro Show and former guest of the show. The guys break down the upcoming Ryder Cup to be held at Whistling Straits and argue the merits of both teams chances. This is a fun episode and we

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47:07

JeremyTomlinson, England Golf - GCTUK 51

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/09/10

Leighton & Eddie have the pleasure of being joined by Jeremy Tomlinson this week for a fascinating interview and an insight into what's happening at England Golf. Jeremy talks about the early days of his tenure, England Golf's Strategic Plan, sustainability, the Independent Golfer and much more. Jeremy is very open and it leads to some great discussion. England Golf - https://www.englandgolf.org/ Thanks to our sponsor - BRS Golf https://www.brsgolf.com/web/

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45:48

Playing Numbers & Utilisation with BRS - GCTUK 50

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/08/26

It's episode 50!! After a catch up with Eddie, this week Leighton speaks to Karen and Kevin from BRS about course utilisation and booking trends as they present some numbers for 2020 & 2021. The data is taken from over 1900 across the UK & Ireland. The guys look into what can be taken from the data and how clubs can use it to get ahead of the curve. The numbers are a warning that we are not in the heady days of 2020 anymore! A must listen for anyone working at Golf Clubs. Thanks to our sponsor

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38:38

GCMA Insights on GCTUK - Women & Girl's In Golf

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/08/20

On the first episode of GCMA Insights with Golf Club Talk UK, Leighton hosts a panel interview with four women from the Golf Industry. The guests are: Natalie McColl, Membership Services Manager - GCMA Wilma Erskine, formerly Secretary Manager - Royal Portrush Nicola Cornwall, Administration Manager - Ross-on-Wye GC Alice Hiluta, PGA Professional - Royal Mid-Surrey GC The panel articulate part of their stories as women working in the industry including how they got their start, some of the

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55:47

Karl Morris - GCTUK 49

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/08/11

Karl Morris is Europe's leading performance mind coach, delivering cutting edge methods of peak performance and goal achievement to a range of clients across sports and business. In this interview with Leighton, they explore some of the impact of the last eighteen months, but through a Golf, business and personal perspective. Karl talks about adaptability, "looking up" and appreciating what's around you and being instinctive in management and Golf. There's also a great conversation about "what a

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39:57

David Edwards - GCTUK 48

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/07/29

On episode 48 Eddie shares some time with David Edwards the renown golf entertainer. Internationally known for his golf trick shows, his exhibitions prove his ability to execute some of the most impossible shots, and his clear communications prove invaluable to all who have experienced his entertainment. David has also worked with some great names from then industry and shares a few stories. https://www.david-edwards.co.uk/

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01:27:59

GCMA & Yvonne Brooke - GCTUK 47

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/07/15

After Leighton & Eddie catch up, we welcome Tom, Natalie, Gavin & Craig from GCMA at what is the start of a collaboration between Golf Club Talk UK and GCMA. The crew give us an introduction to who they are but also an overview of where the association is currently and where it is going. One of the team from GCMA will feature every few episodes and we will cover topical issues within the industry including wellbeing, sustainability, education and labour shortage. Second up we have Yvonne

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01:04:11

Gabe Aluisy & Keith Stewart - GCTUK 46

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/06/26

Leighton has a chat up with great friend of the show - Gabe Aluisy. Gabe tells us about his pivot towards Youtube and the huge success he's having with Let's Play Thru with over 16,000 subscribers. Gabe also tells clubs how they can use Youtube more successfully. Check it out here Eddie has a fantastic chat with Keith Stewart who has made a significant impact in the world of golf with his successful radio show for ESPN “Pro Show with Keith Stewart” . Keith was the Head Professional at Springdale

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01:01:10

Cornwall College Club Management Degree - GCTUK 45

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/06/08

Following a catch up between Eddie & Leighton, Eddie was delighted to chat with Matt Orwin - Cornwall College Group, Gavin Robinson - Professional Development Manager, Golf Club Managers Association (GCMA) and Michael Herd - Senior Consultant, Colt Mackenzie Mcnair (CMM). The discussion centres around the recent launch of the Golf Club Management Degree. The new degree has been launched as part of the GCMAs commitment to the continued development of professional business management programme, in

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50:39

Damien Connolly of Mygolf Group - GCTUK 44

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/05/22

We're thrilled to have one of our friends of the podcast, Damien Connolly on episode 44! Damien has a wealth of experience from the Golf industry more recently including CGI (Confederation of Golf in Ireland) and then a move to his current role as Head Consultant at Mygolf Group. The experience has been built both in managing clubs and consulting to a wide range of clubs in Ireland. Damien, who's one of then great guys in golf, gives a great perspective into the current state of Golf in Ireland as

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01:51:48

Colin Mayes & Hedley Muscroft - GCTUK 43

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/05/12

After Leighton & Eddie catch up for their regular chat, Leighton speaks with Colin Mayes, Chief Executive of BGL (formerly Burhill). Colin has been with the company for many years and has seen many changes in the industry in that time, but BGL continues to be a very successful part of Golf in the UK. As well as letting listeners know what's happening at BGL, they delve into the proprietary side of Golf and into such topics as "not giving away cheap Golf!". Colin is always an interesting listen

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58:49

Governance Episode! - GCTUK 42

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/04/27

Our guest on episode 42 is Craig Beeston of the Chartered Governance Institute who is the Programme Manager for The Sports Governance Academy that work in collaboration with Sport England. Craig is a governance specialist and he shares significant best practice for golf clubs to be following, with general insights in how future boards will need to view their board level structures. Leighton and Eddie then talk through governance issues directly specific to Golf Clubs. Relevant skillsets,

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01:14:57

Heather Mulley & BRS COVID Impact Study - GCTUK 41

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/04/14

After Leighton & Eddie catch up to look at current events, Leighton is joined by Heather Mulley of Enville Golf Club. Heather has gained an excellent reputation as a Manager and this was topped off by being crowned the 2019 GCMA Manager of the Year. Heather tells us more about Enville and what makes it a great club as well as some of it's upcoming plans. This includes a renovation of both courses through the services of CDP (Clayton, Devries and Pont), who have featured on the show previously

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30:51

Tom Brooke of GCMA - GCTUK 40

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/03/23

One interview this week as Leighton is joined by Tom Brooke, the CEO of GCMA. Tom has been in post now for 6 months and he talks through his early days in the role, forward plans and areas such as the GCMA benefits and Manager wellbeing which is becoming a focus. Exciting times ahead for the association! GCMA - https://www.gcma.org.uk/ Tom Brooke - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-brooke-94b45967/ Thanks to our sponsor - BRS Golf

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01:26:08

Daniel Hodson and Stuart Gillett - GCTUK 39

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/03/10

After a quick catch up between Leighton & Eddie, Eddie was delighted to share sometime with Daniel Hodson, founder of Play More Golf . Daniel has a vast amount of golf management experience , a career pathway with Crown Golf and then leading the golf destination experience programme with the De Vere Group of Hotels . Daniel shares his views on flexible golf, independent golfers and what next for business golf ! In the second interview Leighton catches up with Stuart Gillett. Formerly of Golf at

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57:28

Chris Fitt and BRS/Golf Genius - GCTUK 38

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/02/23

Golf Club Talk UK is delighted to welcome Chris Fitt: Director of Golf & Leisure - Chris has been influential in the recent developments at Foxhills while being an active contributor to the future golf leaders group within the industry. Chris shares his experiences and insights of his progressive career path and being associated with some of the leading golf destinations in the country. Leighton is then joined by two experts from each of BRS and Golf Genius to talk about how this new and powerful

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01:37:38

Steve Salter & Ben Laing - GCTUK 37

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/02/10

From Horseboxes to management buyouts this episode. After Leighton & Eddie catch up for a chat, Eddie is joined by Steve Salter from Salt Club Consulting. Steve's expertise and specialism is helping clubs with their technology , having been associated with a number of golf clubs and golf destinations he has been sought after in assisting golf club businesses with their technology strategy . Steve shares some key points in the best methods to assess whether golf clubs are investing into the correct

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01:01:01

Stephen Nicholson & Xact - GCTUK 36

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/01/25

Two interviews this month and we catch up with Stephen Nicholson, GM at Haydock Park Golf Club. Stephen, a finalist in the GCMA Manager of the year is building a good reputation as a Golf Club Manager. Leighton and Stephen talk a lot about remaining positive for your staff and members, particularly through a crisis. Stephen also mentions his new venture - Mango Golf Management which is just being launched. https://mangogolf.co.uk/ Eddie also checks in with Graeme Taylor from Xact, a proud

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01:10:46

Mike Clayton & Ed Cartwright from CDP - GCTUK 35

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2021/01/13

After Leighton and Eddie catch up to review what's been happening over the last few weeks, Leighton talks to Mike Clayton and Ed Cartwright from CDP (Clayton, Devries & Pont), a unique and global design collaboration based in the UK, Europe and USA. The discussion centres largely around some of the fundamentals of course architecture and challenges, but Ed also explains what CDP is hoping to do in the UK and Europe, including a couple of existing projects such as The Addington in Surrey. It's a

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