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The Golf Pilgrim Top 100

Neil White and Ian Woods
Golf
Turnberry
Remedy Oak
Woking Golf Course
Moor Park
James Braid
Walton Heath
Centurion Golf Club
Norway
Silloth On Solway
Open Championship
Woodbridge Seath
Lofoten Links
History
Top 100 Golf Courses
Prestwick Golf Club
Arctic Circle
Travel
US Open
Ryder Cup

This is the essential podcast for those planning to play the world's top golf courses.

We now have dozens of reviews from Top 100 courses in the UK, Ireland, France, Spain, Italy, Scandinavia, the USA and Australia…and the library is building every week. All the episodes are stand alone - you don't have to listen to them in any particular order.In 2020 Neil White began a challenge to play all o... more

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Latest Episodes

The first of three episodes from Portugal, which has long been a favourite destination for British and Irish golfers, but is now attracting worldwide acclaim  

The 27 holes at Palmares provide such a variety of challenges, that you might even forget... more

Cavendish Golf Club styles itself as the inspiration for Augusta National, which is not as fanciful an idea as it may sound.  It opened in 1925 and was the last English course that Dr Alister MacKenzie designed before heading overseas to ply his trad... more

Our final New Zealand episode and arguably, we've saved the best for last.  Both Te Arai courses have leapt into the top 100 in the world despite being less than 5 years old.

And we are delighted to say that New Zealand's best golfer, Ryan Fox, was ... more

An honours board at Blackmoor gives a hint of its pedigree. How many provincial members clubs can boast of having had a US Open champion win a tournament on their course?

Matt Fitzpatrick is one of several future professional stars to win a top amat... more

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Recent Guests

Duncan Cheslet
Member at Silith; runs Relief Greenkeeper services across clubs
Silith / Relief Greenkeeper
Episode: Cavendish, Derbyshire, England
Jim Rohrstaff
Managing director of TRI
TRI Links
Episode: Te Arai (North and South), Northland, New Zealand
Tim Lobb
Architect involved in Blackmoor renovation
Tim Lobb Design
Episode: Blackmoor, Hampshire, England
Dylan Higgins
General Manager, Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club
Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club
Episode: Paraparaumu Beach, Wellington, New Zealand
Jacoby Pellucci
Retail Manager at Cleeve Hill Golf Club
Cleeve Hill Golf Club
Episode: Cleeve Hill, Gloucestershire, England
Giles Winthrop
Golf Club Manager at Cleeve Hill
Cleeve Hill Golf Club
Episode: Cleeve Hill, Gloucestershire, England
Doug White
General Manager of Titirangi Golf Club
Titirangi Golf Club
Episode: Titirangi, Auckland, New Zealand
Matt Hamill
In charge of customer services at Cape Kidnappers
Episode: Cape Kidnappers, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
Charlie Mercer
New Zealand's podcaster in chief
Yardage Book Podcast
Episode: Cape Kidnappers, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

Host

Ian Woods
Co-host, former journalist

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Great pod

    I love this. So many golf podcasts are about golf pros. This is just two ordinary blokes doing the golf. Like gone fishing, but with golf, and no Bob Mortimer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tim. Just Tim
    United Kingdom5 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the Down-to-earth vibe and banter between hosts.
Niche golf tourism content resonates with long-time course lovers.
Guests bring diverse expertise from club management to design.
Focus on value and visitor experience makes it useful for travelers and sponsorships.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#237
United States/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#52
United Kingdom/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#147
Australia/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#191
Germany/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#41
Hong Kong/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#53
Finland/Sports/Golf

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Titirangi, Auckland, New Zealand
Q: How has Titirangi balanced restoring MacKenzie's original intent with today's modern golf landscape?
They've kept nine of MacKenzie's original greens designs, pursued sympathetic restoration, and adjusted bunkering and sightlines to reflect contemporary play while honoring the designer's philosophy.
Titirangi, Auckland, New Zealand
Q: What drew you to Titirangi and what makes it special for a local player who has chosen to join?
The course feels accessible yet challenging, with a walkable design that encourages diverse shot-making; the welcoming membership culture and the chance to learn and adapt around every shot stand out.
Cape Kidnappers, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
Q: Tell me, what do you think of Cape Kidnappers?
It's a very good course that brings a lot of golf tourism to the area, and it's great to have it here in Hawke's Bay.
The European/Brittas Bay Club, County Wicklow, Ireland
Q: What will the changes involve and how extensive are they?
The new design will introduce a par 72 format with more variety in hole types, making it more enjoyable and accessible for players.
Martin Ebert Special
Q: Can you give us any insight into what you are planning to do at Royal County Down?
Royal County Down has seen a lot of improvements over the years, and there are still opportunities for further enhancements in the future.

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The show centers on in-depth reviews and on-site impressions of premier golf venues around the world, with a focus on course design, conditioning, playability, and visitor experience. Episodes blend practical course critique with behind-the-scenes storytelling, anecdotes, and guest insights from club managers, designers, and notable players, often highlighting accessibility for visitors and the growing appeal of golf tourism in regions like New Zealand and the UK. A standout feature is the approachable banter between the hosts, paired with expert context from guests, which helps listeners gauge value, atmosphere, and how each venue fits a broader golf travel itinerary.

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1. Duncan Cheslet
2. Jim Rohrstaff
3. Tim Lobb
4. Dylan Higgins
5. Jacoby Pellucci
6. Giles Winthrop
7. Doug White
8. Matt Hamill

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