HSBC results being counted

This year I have enjoyed the chance of playing courses in the south of England that I never knew existed, alas, November saw the end of my time spent as a panelist for the HSBC Regional Course Rankings system, presented by Golf Monthly.

To set the regional rankings apart, evaluations are carried out by grass roots golfers working from an official handbook designed by industry experts, and only golfers who meet the strict criteria can qualify to become panellists. Clubs are given a Gold, Silver or Bronze award depending on the scores they obtain from the panellist’s. This provides golfers with an ultimate guide to the must-play courses and because of the criteria included in the handbook also ensures a great day out as well a good day’s golf.

The system has become very popular among golf clubs, with many advertising the fact that they appear in the listings. It is also very popular among golfers as you get to visit a number of clubs that you would not normally consider playing. I enjoyed great days out at venues like the Springs Hotel and Golf Club in Oxfordshire, Donnington Valley Hotel and Golf Club in Berkshire and Magnolia Park in Buckinghamshire.

I will certainly be applying to be a panelist for next year.