The Golf Courses of the British Isles

Step onto the fairways of the British Isles and discover how a pastime once confined to mud‑splattered commons has blossomed into a landscape of carefully sculpted greens. The narrator walks listeners through the vanished world of places like Tooting Bec, once celebrated for its unforgiving turf, and contrasts it with the newly risen jewels of sand and heather—Sunningdale, Walton Heath, and the elegant stretches beyond London. Each chapter unfolds a different region, from the historic links of St. Andrews to the coastal gems of Wales, offering snapshots of their character and the people who shaped them.

Accompanying the vivid storytelling are more than a dozen period illustrations, placed where the narrative pauses to let the image speak. The book reads like a leisurely guided tour, blending personal reminiscence with a keen eye for design, making it a perfect companion for anyone who loves golf, travel, or the quiet charm of a well‑kept green.