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The Success of Branston Golf & Country Club with Ben Laing - GCTUK - 133

The Success of Branston Golf & Country Club with Ben Laing - GCTUK - 133

Update: 2025-11-23
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In this episode, Leighton and James kick things off by catching up and reflecting on a number of recent conferences and educational events that they've attended.

We're then joined by a returning guest: Ben Laing of Branston Golf & Country Club. Ben first appeared on the podcast back in February 2021 (link to that episode below), when he shared the story of the management buyout of Branston completed in December 2019.

Since then, the business has navigated a turbulent COVID period and emerged stronger than ever. Branston is now expanding and thriving, with growth coming from new ventures such as Adventure Golf, Padel, and major enhancements across the wider club.

In this conversation, we dive into:

  • How Ben maintains exceptional standards across a broad, high-headcount operation

  • How ownership makes decisions around capital expenditure

  • The impressive success of Adventure Golf and Padel at the club

  • The mindset and operational approach that underpin Branston's ongoing growth

Ben is truly at the top of his game as an operator, and he articulates brilliantly what drives both his own success and that of Branston Golf & Country Club.

Learn more about Branston Golf & Country Club:
https://www.branstonclub.co.uk/

Ben Laing episode 37 - February 2021

 

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The Success of Branston Golf & Country Club with Ben Laing - GCTUK - 133

The Success of Branston Golf & Country Club with Ben Laing - GCTUK - 133