From Unequal to Award-Winning: How Henbury Golf Club Rewrote the Rules for Women Members
After 27 years of unequal access, Henbury Golf Club transformed its culture in just twelve months — and the golf industry has taken notice. Henbury Golf Club has been named the winner of the Women in Golf Charter Club Award at the 2026 England Golf Awards, recognition that marks one of the most significant equality […]
The making of Lottie Woad — and what every golf parent can learn from it
Behind every great golfer is a chipping green, a patient coach, and a parent who knew when to stay out of the way. England Golf just named Lottie Woad their performer of the year — again. Here’s how she got there. Lottie Woad has been named Performance of the Year at the 2026 England Golf […]
Find Your Next Women’s Open — Anywhere in the UK
We’ve built a searchable directory of women’s and mixed open competitions right across the UK — and it’s free to use, any time. Finding a women’s open to enter has always been more complicated than it should be. Word of mouth, club notice boards, county newsletters — useful, but patchy. If you’re not already plugged […]
Five Brilliant Golf Days. One Simple Question: Which Ones Are You Coming To?
The 2026 Women & Golf events season is taking shape — and we’re giving you first dibs. Five stunning courses, five chances to play great golf with great people. If you’ve been to a Women & Golf day before, you know the drill. Breakfast on arrival, 18 holes in fourballs, an individual Stableford competition with […]
Harewood Downs captain smashes fundraising record with £17,000 for Parkinson’s research
Every year, women golfers across the UK raise hundreds of thousands of pounds for good causes. Captain’s charities, ladies’ section events, gala days, raffles – the fundraising effort across women’s golf is relentless, and too often goes unrecognised. At Women & Golf, we think it deserves a much bigger spotlight. Cathy Myers has given us the […]
Another First for Women: Tiffany Mills Flying the flag at TPC Sawgrass
Ryston Park’s Tiffany Mills was selected as one of just five UK greenkeepers — and the only English woman — to join the volunteer agronomy team at The Players Championship. It’s another significant moment for women’s representation in an area of the sport where they remain vastly outnumbered. When Tiffany Mills touched down at TPC […]
England Golf Launches Titleist Women’s Four-Ball National Competition for 2026
England Golf is introducing a national Titleist Women’s Four-Ball competition, designed to encourage team participation and nurture new talent across thHow the Competition Works Clubs affiliated with England Golf can host women’s four-ball Stableford qualifiers, with winning pairs submitted by 8 July 2026. Entry is open at £10 per pair, and clubs are encouraged to […]
St Rule Trophy Increases Entry for 2026 Amid Surge in Women’s Golf Interest
The St Rule Trophy at St Andrews will welcome more women golfers in 2026, expanding its field from 60 to 72 players. This move comes as interest and participation in women’s amateur golf continue to rise. Record Applications Signal Strong Interest St Andrews Links Trust announced the expansion following a surge in applications, with 127 […]
England Golf Awards 2026 Honour Leading Figures in Golf
The annual England Golf Awards took place in Manchester, drawing over 450 guests to celebrate achievements in the sport. The event highlighted the dedication and influence of players, volunteers, and organisations shaping English golf. Recognising Excellence Across the Sport Hosted by Chris Hollins, the ceremony saw 13 award winners and eight new Hall of Fame […]
England Golf Awards 2026 Finalists Revealed
The finalists for the 2026 England Golf Awards, supported by FootJoy, have been revealed ahead of the March 3 ceremony in Manchester. The annual event highlights the achievements of players, clubs, and volunteers from golf communities across the country. Recognising Excellence Across England This year, thirteen awards will be presented in categories such as Club […]