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Golf Club Talk UK

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by Leighton Walker

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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 heading in the United Kingdom. Episodes include traditional GCTUK, GCMA Insights on GCTUK and Trending Topics with England Golf

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July 31, 2026

Panel Session 2 - Template for a Successful Golf Club in Next 5-10 Years - Episode 157

<div class="flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow"> <div class= "min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&]:mt-1" dir="auto" tabindex="0" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="63a7359a-4346-4518-9e59-eec50b9841fc" data-message-model-slug="gpt-5-5" data-turn-start-message="true"> <div class="flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden"> <div class= "markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling"> <p class="PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer" data-start="254" data-end="696">Before introducing Part Two of our expert panel discussion, Leighton Walker is joined by regular co-host James Brockington to reflect on a few of the current topics affecting golf clubs. They discuss the challenges of another exceptionally dry summer, the increasing impact of weather extremes on golf course management, and some of the responses to a recent LinkedIn discussion asking what the biggest challenges facing golf clubs are today.</p> <p data-start="698" data-end="831">The conversation provides the perfect lead-in to the main discussion, which focuses on the future of golf clubs over the next decade.</p> <p data-start="833" data-end="938">Recorded at Story Ninety-Four Podcast Studios in Oxford, Leighton is joined by an expert panel featuring:</p> <ul data-start="940" data-end="1134"> <li data-section-id="mzjcj3" data-start="940" data-end="985"> <strong data-start="942" data-end="960">John McCormack</strong> – Club Benchmarking EMEA</li> <li data-section-id="eaishc" data-start="986" data-end="1024"> <strong data-start="988" data-end="1002">Paul Mould</strong> – Accountancy Matters</li> <li data-section-id="13q5ssr" data-start="1025" data-end="1060"> <strong data-start="1027" data-end="1045">Gavin Anderson</strong> – England Golf</li> <li data-section-id="ybwbky" data-start="1061" data-end="1087"> <strong data-start="1063" data-end="1078">Will Hewitt</strong> – 59club</li> <li data-section-id="1ya74ya" data-start="1088" data-end="1134"> <strong data-start="1090" data-end="1103">Ben Laing</strong> – Branston Golf & Country Club</li> </ul> <p data-start="1136" data-end="1206">Together they tackle one of the biggest questions facing the industry:</p> <p data-start="1208" data-end="1282"><strong data-start="1208" data-end="1282">What will a successful golf club look like in five to ten years' time?</strong></p> <p data-start="1284" data-end="1625">Building on the foundations laid in Part One, the panel explores how clubs can position themselves to thrive in a rapidly evolving environment. They discuss the importance of having a clear identity, strong governance and a long-term strategic vision, while examining how clubs can balance member expectations with commercial sustainability.</p> <p data-start="1627" data-end="2006">The conversation also explores how changing customer behaviours, workforce challenges, technology, participation trends and environmental pressures are reshaping the industry. The panel shares practical insights on capital investment, diversification, customer experience, staff culture, benchmarking performance and why understanding data should underpin future decision-making.</p> <p data-start="2008" data-end="2299">From flexible membership models and driving range technology to climate resilience, leadership and club culture, this episode is packed with practical advice for golf club managers, owners, directors and committee members looking to build resilient, successful clubs for the next generation.</p> <p data-start="2008" data-end="2299"> </p> <h3 data-section-id="126ruko" data-start="2306" data-end="2339"> Please support our panellists</h3> <ul data-start="2341" data-end="2604"> <li data-section-id="fjj7n2" data-start="2341" data-end="2400">Club Benchmarking EMEA – <a class="decorated-link" href= "https://www.clubbenchmarking.eu/" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="2368" data-end= "2400">https://www.clubbenchmarking.eu/</a></li> <li data-section-id="gn8185" data-start="2401" data-end="2462"> Accountancy Matters – <a class="decorated-link" href= "https://golfaccountancymatters.co.uk/" target="_new" rel= "noopener" data-start="2425" data-end= "2462">https://golfaccountancymatters.co.uk/</a></li> <li data-section-id="1o48ay0" data-start="2463" data-end="2508"> England Golf – <a class="decorated-link" href= "https://www.englandgolf.org/" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="2480" data-end= "2508">https://www.englandgolf.org/</a></li> <li data-section-id="s1d3f7" data-start="2509" data-end="2543"> 59club – <a class="decorated-link" href="https://www.59club.com/" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="2520" data-end= "2543">https://www.59club.com/</a></li> <li data-section-id="1jm19zv" data-start="2544" data-end="2604"> Branston Golf & Country Club – <a class="decorated-link" href= "https://branstonclub.co.uk/" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="2577" data-end= "2604">https://branstonclub.co.uk/</a></li> </ul> <h3 data-section-id="1e3x458" data-start="2606" data-end="2625"> Connect with Us</h3> <p data-start="2627" data-end="2657"><strong data-start="2627" data-end="2641">Instagram:</strong> @golfclubtalkuk</p> <p data-start="2659" data-end="2689"><strong data-start="2659" data-end="2671">Website:</strong> Golf Club Talk UK</p> <p data-start="2691" data-end="2758"><strong data-start="2691" data-end="2704">LinkedIn:</strong> <a class="decorated-link" href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighton-walker-2708b627/" target= "_new" rel="noopener" data-start="2705" data-end= "2758">https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighton-walker-2708b627/</a></p> <h3 data-section-id="2got0j" data-start="2760" data-end="2786"> Thanks to our partners</h3> <p data-start="2788" data-end="2830"><strong data-start="2788" data-end="2796">Toro</strong> – <a href= "https://www.thetorocompany.com/">Click here for more information</a></p> <p data-start="2832" data-end="2879"><strong data-start="2832" data-end="2850">Himalayas Golf</strong> – <a href= "https://himalayasgolf.com/">Click here for more information</a></p> <h3 data-section-id="1hrn15a" data-start="2881" data-end="2904"> Support the podcast</h3> <p data-start="2906" data-end="2936"><a class="decorated-link" href="https://buymeacoffee.com/gctuk" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="2906" data-end= "2936">https://buymeacoffee.com/gctuk</a></p> <p data-start="2938" data-end="2955"><strong data-start="2938" data-end="2955">Rate & Review</strong></p> <p data-start="2957" data-end="3142" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a <strong data-start="3000" data-end="3017">5-star review</strong> and share it with your golf network. Your support helps us continue bringing together the people shaping the future of golf.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start"> </div> <div class="pointer-events-none -mb-px h-px w-full opacity-0" aria-hidden="true"> </div>

July 23, 2026

How Golf Canada is Rethinking Participation Through Talon Links Putting Park - GCTUK 156

Host Leighton Walker interviews Grant Fraser and Paul Jansen about Golf Canada's innovative Talon Links putting park, revealing how accessible golf experiences grow participation.

July 16, 2026

Panel Session 1 - The Financial Health & Sustainability of Clubs - GCTUK 155

Host Leighton Walker interviews John McCormack, Paul Mould, Gavin Anderson, Will Hewitt, and Ben Laing on building financial resilience and sustainability for golf clubs.

251 total episodes available with 82 transcripts

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What is Golf Club Talk UK?: 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 heading in the United Kingdom.

Episodes include traditional GCTUK, GCMA Insights on GCTUK and Trending Topics with England Golf
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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