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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

01:01:01

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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30:42

Looking ahead to 2021 - GCTUK 34

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2020/12/29

Leighton and Eddie catch up for an end of year chat and look forward to what Golf clubs might be thinking about in 2021. With the opportunities presented, clubs will need to continue to think outside the box and provide an innovative offer. Eddie also pays respect to long time friend and guest of the show - Peter Allis Plenty of great interviews to come in 2021 and thanks to all of our loyal listeners. Happy New Year! Twitter - @golfclubtalkuk golfclubtalkuk@gmail.com

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01:14:46

What is Gather! - GCTUK 33

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2020/12/09

Leighton & Eddie catch up for their usual look at what's been happening in the past month. Following this they're joined by Adam Keable and Colin Bell from Gather! Gather is a new initiative designed to build a community which will disrupt and ask some difficult questions of the Golf industry. With a Podcast, video and online networking initiatives, the guys will open up debate and share knowledge among its members. It's an interesting chat that informs members of what Gather is about but also

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01:03:16

International Round Table Revisit - GCTUK 32

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2020/11/26

Over seven months on from our first International Round Table episode, Leighton and Eddie revisit with Kevyn Cunningham from Half Moon Bay in Jamaica and John Caven from Oakdale Golf & Country Club in Toronto, Canada. This time they're also joined by Luis Rio, Secretary at Morgado Golf Club in Portugal and David Shepherd of The Scandinavian outside Copenhagen, Denmark. The guys explore how they have got on since May when things were in the early days of COVID-19. What have been the successes and

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01:16:30

Matt Adamski, Sweetens Cove & BRS on Membership - GCTUK

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2020/11/11

Eddie speaks with Matt Adamski ( General Manager ) of Sweetens Cove Golf Club . Sweetens Cove has developed a cult following, a unique nine hole golf course in Tennessee, it's recently been included within the top 100 modern golf courses , also the New York Times mentioned it as “ The Little Course That Could “ Matt shares the amazing story about Sweetens Cove, as one of the coolest golf experiences, while focusing on quality golf surfaces. https://sweetenscovegolfclub.com/ @SweetensCove Second

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Stuart Finlay, Radyr Golf Club - GCTUK 30

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2020/10/22

We welcome back Stuart Finlay, GM of Radyr Golf Club in Cardiff. Stuart first appeared on the show two years ago, not long after starting in his new role as GM, having come from Wales Golf. We look back at what Stuart has done at Radyr as well as the successes, tough times and what's ahead. Stuart is open and honest and it's a fascinating interview form one of the industry's sharp operators. Feel free to get in touch with Stuart at http://www.radyrgolf.co.uk

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01:16:22

John Cockayne and Doug Philip GCTUK 029

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2020/10/07

After Leighton and Eddie catch up to look at what's happening in the industry currently, Eddie sits down with John Cockayne: Specialist Golf Consultant based in Southern Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands. John has extensive experiences within the golf industry and shares his ideas and insights with the developments of the golf business. Leighton then chats with Doug Philip of DPSM Consultants. DPSM are a specialist Golf Recruitment firm and he lends some great advice to anyone in the industry

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01:10:39

BRS Golf & Torbjorn Johansson GCTUK 028

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2020/09/09

Episode 28 features our new sponsor "BRS Golf". Leighton talks to Bob and Peter from BRS about how COVID has affected rounds played as well as membership but they also talk through some of the great innovation that BRS are producing to help clubs. From membership management to member finance they are building the complete package for golf clubs. Leighton then talks to Torbjorn "Toby" Johanssen, Director of Education with CMAE. CMAE are moving towards more online education platforms and Toby

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31:41

Slip, Slap, Swing with Michelle Baker - GCTUK 027

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2020/08/28

A brief in between episode this time with Leighton chatting through his experiences over the last 5 months and the effect that it's had on his club, Cirencester as well as him personally. This is followed by Michelle Baker from the Melanoma Fund who explains the "Slip, Slap, Swing" campaign designed to raise awareness around melanoma and skin cancer. The campaign has many UK Golf Clubs on board. Michelle can be found on Twitter - @melanoma_fund, or on Linkedin - Michelle Baker. The website

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01:15:16

Women and Golf and Chris Duffy - GCTUK 26

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2020/08/12

Golf Club Talk UK welcome Harriet Shephard and Kim Wild who head up, Women and Golf magazine, UKs leading golf magazine for women. The magazine has recently made the transition to purely a digital platform, Harriet and Kim share their vision moving forward and why clubs need to embrace the female community. Visit https://womenandgolf.com/ to check out the magazine. Leighton speaks to Chris Duffy, formerly GM of Huddersfield Golf Club but currently exploring opportunities. Chris and Leighton talk

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44:01

Gavin Robinson of GCMA - GCTUK 25

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2020/07/08

Leighton and Eddie have a catch up discussing among other things, the reopening of Clubhouses, Bryson De Chambeau and the European Tour recommencing. On the back of this, Leighton interviews Gavin Robinson, Personal Development Manager of the GCMA. Gavin has been playing a pivotal role in keeping members informed throughout the COVID-19 crisis. He explains how he has done this and talks about some of the challenges that Golf Club employees have faced. Gavin also talks about some of the education

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33:39

Leighton & Eddie Catch Up - GCTUK 24

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2020/06/10

Leighton and Eddie have a general chat on Episode 24. They explore many of the issues that have come out of the COVID-19 crisis. They delve into areas such as what they've both been up to, new members and the spike that clubs have seen here, 9 hole competitions, club culture, tee time bookings at members clubs, innovation and technology and much more. Many opportunities have arisen out of COVID-19 and now is the chance for the industry to seize some of these opportunities for their future benefit

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01:19:55

International Round Table - GCTUK 23

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2020/05/06

As the pandemic hit, many golf businesses were scaling their preparations for the return. We wanted to talk with golf leaders and gain first hand knowledge what is happening in other countries around the world of golf , and how they view the unexpected problems presented and the effect within their respected golf businesses. Our ambitious plan was to bring everyone to the Golf Club Talk UK table at the same time, it’s our pleasure to share with our listeners the thoughts and ideas of our

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01:02:54

Chairs Round Table - GCTUK 22

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2020/04/15

Another round table episode this week focusing on the role of the Chairman through a crisis like this. Eddie and Leighton are joined by 5 Chairs from various clubs in the North and South of the country. Our geusts were: Emma Brereton - Chair : Cirencester GC Janet Thacker - Chair - Highwoods GC, Bexhill -on - Sea Rick Weights - Chair - Fulford GC, York Jim Titley - Chair -Broadway GC David Ham - Chair - The Nevill GC, Tunbridge Wells These people bring huge experience and knowledge to their roles

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01:06:57

COVID-19 Roundtable - GCTUK 21

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2020/03/26

A special episode this week where we discuss COVID-19 and its effect on the industry with 7 industry experts. It's an open discussion looking at the impact it will have on people, finances and the future of Golf Clubs and the game itself. The panel is made up of Managers, Association representatives, Driving Ranges and even a view from Denmark! Tune into this episode to listen to what others are doing already but also what planning might need to take place. For more information on COVID-19 and the

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Amy Yeates and Rebecca Prout - GCTUK 20

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2020/03/11

Enjoy this fascinating conversation with two UK golf club leaders, Amy Yeates and Rebecca Prout. Amy Yeates, CEO of Moor Park golf and tennis club. Previous winner of the GCMA manager of the year award and PGA Professional. Amy’s previous clubs include Fairmont St Andrews, Goodwood, The Belfry and Mannings Heath. Rebecca Prout is the General Manager of Highwoods Golf Club

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01:40:27

Rod Morri and Deana Rushworth - GCTUK_19

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2020/02/12

First up this month, the show takes on an International flavour with Leighton interviewing Rod Morri, Journalist and host of several well-known podcasts in Australia on the Talkin Golf Network (https://talkingolf.com/about/). Rod is a journalist by trade, now writing for Golf Australia magazine, but more lately has expanded his Podcast network which includes shows such as The Good Good Golf podcast, State of the Game and Feed The Ball. As well as this Rod talks to us about some trends in clubs

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47:32

Peter Aliss - GCTUK 18

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2020/01/29

This week Golf Club Talk UK are delighted to share some time with “the voice of golf” - Peter Alliss . Peter has always shared his direct views and has much during the programme to surprise our golf listeners. Enjoy the stories .

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01:23:35

Alan Tait and Gabriel Aluisy - GCTUK 17

Golf Club Talk UK ·

2020/01/08

Alan Tait is renowned in Scotland - having represented his country and in 1994 came to golf prominence as holding the course record at Carnoustie while also partnering Tiger Woods . He has since developed his skills into golf management and is a regular presenter on BBC Radio Scotland as their man of golf, while also recognised as a prominent after dinner speaker. His passion for the game has seen him recently become an ambassador for Golphin delivering participation into golf for children. Gabe

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