Rob Smith
Rob has been playing golf for over 45 years and been a contributing editor for Golf Monthly since 2012. He specialises in course reviews and travel, and has played approaching 1,250 courses in almost 50 countries. In 2021, he played all 21 courses in East Lothian in 13 days. Last year, his tally was 78, exactly half of them for the first time. One of Rob's primary roles is helping to prepare the Top 100 Courses of the UK&I, of which he has played all, as well as the Next 100 where he is missing two in Scotland and two in Ireland. He has been a member of Tandridge for over 30 years where his handicap hovers around 15. You can contact him at r.smith896@btinternet.com.
Latest articles by Rob Smith
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Huntercombe Golf Club Course Review
Huntercombe Golf Club in Oxfordshire offers something a little different courtesy of its distinctive Willie Park Junior grass 'pots'...
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Bramshaw Golf Club Forest Course Review
The Forest Course at Bramshaw Golf Club on the outskirts of the New Forest is full of unspoilt and timeless charm
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Bramshaw Golf Club Manor Course Review
The parkland Manor Course at Bramshaw Golf Club offers a surprisingly different experience in almost every way from the older Forest Course
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Paultons Golf Centre Course Review
Situated on a centuries old country estate, Paultons Golf Centre is a comprehensive golfing set-up with something for everyone
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Bramshaw Golf Club and Bell Inn Stay and Play Review
Bramshaw Golf Club and Bell Inn Stay and Play Review - Rob Smith returns to the historic coaching inn in Hampshire which makes for an excellent base for a golfing break
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Inesis Waterproof Grip Golf Shoes
Our verdict on the Inesis Waterproof Grip Golf Shoes from Decathlon.
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Gullane Golf Club No. 2 Course Review
Gullane 2 is an elevated and very different links packed with interest, intrigue, views and strong golf
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Gullane Golf Club No. 3 Course Review
Don’t be fooled by its length as Gullane 3 is a real test of shotmaking where restraint, accuracy and correct club selection is key
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Godstone Golf Club Course Review
There is a lot to be said for a quick nine holes, and the quick nine holes at Godstone Golf Club has a lot to be said for it
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Castle Park Golf Club Course Review
If you fancy a break from the major league links of East Lothian, Castle Park Golf Club offers a scenic and fun parkland alternative
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Glen Golf Club Course Review
A perfect contrast and complement to the famous West Links at North Berwick, Glen Golf Club is blessed with an extremely engaging course with stunning panoramas
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Royal Mid-Surrey Golf Club Course Review
The JH Taylor Course at Royal Mid-Surrey Golf Club is a fine test of shot-making in a beautiful old deer park
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Luffness New Golf Club Course Review
The highly-regarded Next 100 course at Luffness New Golf Club is a subtle, engaging and top-quality links
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Haddington Golf Club Course Review
A short drive inland from some of the world’s finest links, the parkland design at Haddington Golf Club offers an interesting contrast
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Glynneath Golf Club Course Review
The parkland course at Glynneath Golf Club in South Wales scores very highly for views, tranquillity and value
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West Essex Golf Club Course Review
The James Braid parkland course at West Essex is an oasis of golfing fun
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Golf in Madrid - Where To Play In Spain's Capital
Rob Smith heads to Madrid and reveals there is more to golf in Spain that its rugged coastline
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New Zealand North Island - The Best Courses To Play
Fancy something different from your regular European jaunt? Rob Smith heads to the Land of the Long White Cloud to see what's on offer
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Best Golf Courses In Cyprus
At Europe’s most south-easterly point, Cyprus is a mountainous island packed with history, culture, cuisine, and some surprisingly good golf…
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New Golf’s Greatest Holes TV Series Launched
A new TV program showcasing some of the best golf holes in the world is set to launch on NBC GolfPass. Rob Smith went to meet its two presenters…
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North Hants Golf Club Course Review
North Hants Golf Club Course Review - The ever-improving heathland design at North Hants is both a strong test and very attractive
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West Byfleet Golf Club Course Review
The excellent tree-lined course at West Byfleet is both a strong test and great fun...
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Royal Wimbledon Golf Club Course Review
Royal Wimbledon is the third oldest club in England and its heathland course is an excellent Harry Colt design
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Sunningdale Heath Course Review
Sunningdale Heath Course Review - Sunningdale Heath is one of a new breed of family-friendly, informal and affordable golf clubs…
By Rob Smith Published