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Welcome to Birdie on 18 podcasts, off the cuff observations from an English golfer about golf, music, clobber and crack.
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Medieval castle, stunning mountains, towering dunes, pine forest, dubious Royal patronage, oh - and the sea too; Harlech has it all. What began as an area to practice throwing your boomerang is now one of the finest courses in Wales...
15 - Nefyn

15 - Nefyn

2023-02-1544:35

One of the world's most picturesque golf courses is here on our doorstep, the adorable Nefyn GC in north Wales. Often compared to Pebble Beach, we were delighted to discover what all the fuss is about...
Manchester, the thriving northern sprawl famed for its industry, music, nightclubs and football also possesses the second oldest golf club in England. The city can boast strong ties to the origins of the game in England, which are alive and well at the splendid Manchester Golf Club, just a few miles north of the city.
13 - Dumbarnie Links

13 - Dumbarnie Links

2023-01-1101:06:54

Dumbarnie Links, just down the road from St. Andrews, is the new kid on the block in the Kingdom of Fife. Does it live up to the hype and can it rub shoulders with the myriad of fine courses in the same parish?
12 - Alnmouth Foxton

12 - Alnmouth Foxton

2022-10-1839:37

For a small village tucked away in Northumberland, Alnmouth has played a surprisingly large role in the history of English golf. It's blessed with two cracking courses, the 18-holer being Alnmouth Foxton, one of the oldest courses in England. Seaside, links or parkland? This Harry Colt layout has a bit of each...
11 - Alnmouth Village

11 - Alnmouth Village

2022-10-0543:53

Founded in 1869 and designed by former Open Champion, Mungo Park, Alnmouth Village GC is the oldest 9-hole golf course in England. Set in a picture-perfect coastal spot, it also boasts one of the finest holes in world golf...
Northumberland - the land of medieval castles, sweeping beeches, border raids and fierce local pride. They've got some rather good golf courses too. In our first of three local reviews, we start with Dunstanburgh, perfect in so many ways…
9 - Kirkby Lonsdale

9 - Kirkby Lonsdale

2022-08-1843:13

Set in the glorious Yorkshire Dales National Park, Kirkby Lonsdale GC will charm your socks off...
BIRDIE ON 18  (Trailer)

BIRDIE ON 18 (Trailer)

2022-08-1000:16

Moortown, Alwoodley & Sand Moor golf clubs. Dr. Alister Mackenzie's 3 Kings in north Leeds are three of the finest golf courses you could wish for - and they're all within the same post code.
As the dust settles on a terrific week at St. Andrews and the 150th Open, we look back at some of the golfing wear on show and select our sartorial winners and losers. Brace yourselves for a rough ride, as the winners are hard to find. In fact, one or two should be arrested for crimes against fashion...
Open for play in 2008, is the Castle Course St. Andrew's mini version of America's famed Bandon Dunes?
Can't get on the Old Course? Don't worry, these three St. Andrews links courses will fill the gap...
To caddie or not to caddie? Should you hire a caddie around the Old Course? Well, Yes... and No. Find the answers with our handy guide to the Old Course bag men...
Your pint-sized guide to the best places to eat & drink and get merry at The Home of Golf...
A layman's guide to the world's finest golf course...
Welcome to the first Birdie on 18 podcast and where better to start than at St. Andrews? With the help of The Proclaimers, this gentle intro eases you into the town, helping you get your bearings as you get to know the one and only home of golf. 
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