Are you a stranger to golf, meaning you really have no clue about the sport? Have you ever looked over the landscape from the first tee box and wondered what the golf world is all about? If your response is yes, then please read on to become a little more enlightened.

Golf has so many strange words associated with it and the best way to make sense of the jargon is by using the Internet as your resource and searching golfing terms.

When beginning a game of golf, there is something called teeing or tee box, this term is simple to understand, this is the only place a tee can be used. The tee is the large toothpick like object, which is pushed into the ground to create an elevated platform on which you place your ball. The elevation will allow you to hit the ball easier and strike with strength and accuracy. The tee box will have a number of different ones to choose from, we recommend as a beginner you start with the one closest to the hole. Once you have an improved golf skill try the more challenging boxes.

After the tee box you will encounter the fairway, this is a piece of trimmed grass that lies between you and hole location in the green. The length and the bend will vary depending on the type of club, this will become clearer as you get more with the sport. If there is a bend in the fairway in front of you, it is referred to as a dog leg and they can either be found dog leg left or dog leg right depending on the direction of the fairway head.

After clearing the fairway, you will meet the green. The green comprises of very short grass allowing faster rolling. The club to be typically used here is the putter; this provides you with a refined tool that is specifically designed to manage the fast and surging green.  Be aware that the green may contain subtle slopes and dips. The change in the slope is referred to as the break. A good way to maintain a successful swing on the green is to analyse it. Crouch down and try to observe the break by reading the green it could lead to a better score.

Golf can be an intimidating sport to a golfing stranger so ensure you read articles on the Internet to gain a better knowledge. There are many books available showing you the ins and outs of the sport and playing and learning with friends also determines a better understanding. Good Luck!

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Located in the southwest county of England, the ceremonial region of Wiltshire is characterised by high down land and wide valleys.

The history here is of great interest and the city encompasses the famous historic site of Stonehenge. Wiltshire has many places of interest to visit and loads of places to enjoy the pleasant culture.

The rural backdrop found here is great for golfers as this means that there are many places that one can enjoy the sport. As two thirds of the county lies on chalk, this gives a high chalk downland landscape.

The Manor House Hotel and Golf Club we offer in Wiltshire includes a tennis course and is surrounded by 365 acres of woodland, parkland and gardens. Amid panoramic views and many other guest amenities, it is definitely a place to stay. Please see our main pages.

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A beautiful city located in Portugal, Sintra is in actual fact located in the countries capital city of Lisbon.  With an estimated population of 409 482 people taken from the 2004 census, the city sees many inhabitants arriving each year to set up home.

With a great history including the French invasion of Portugal, Sintra still contains many found artefacts and historical tours to take. There are many major activities that commence in the City, and the tourists are usually drawn to the overall culture of the metropolis.

The City caters for all age ranges; the older generation are able to enjoy the sun, the peaceful beaches and can overall relax whilst the younger generation are able to check out the wicked nightlife and the more larger, fun beaches by day.

As there are many picturesque beaches and places here, playing golf can be played in a relaxing manner. Although there are, courses where the game is competitive and you are able to play in a competition either as a professional or as an amateur.

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Derbyshire is a county located in the East midlands of Britain. It makes up a good portion of the Peak District amid an estimated population of 996,000 people it’s a great place to visit.

With a great history from visitors 200,000 years ago, there is much to discover.  Derbyshire embeds many scenic views, a city life and a diverse yet traditional culture.

Local attractions are many scenic views and metropolitan attractions. Local attractions include Chatsworth House, Crich Tramway Museum, Cascades Gardens, Haddon Hall and the Heights of Abraham.

Sports wise, there are two football teams derived from the county – Derby County F.C and Chesterfield F. As well as football, and the many clubs located here, there is a love for Golf also. With many places to enjoy the sport.

If you are interested in a golf weekend break in Derbyshire then do not delay, please browse through our selection. We have a brilliant value package for the Marriott Breadsall Priory Hotel And Country Club. Please take a look in our inner pages.

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With 2.25 million residents; Greater Manchester is a very large metropolitan City. It encompasses a total of ten boroughs and is a British hotspot for travellers and avid shoppers. Manchester generally experiences a maritime temperature with cool summers and mild winters.

Sixteen percent of employment is made up from the following sectors – Art, Tourism, Culture and Sport. This is the highest proportion of employment within the City. Culture as a whole here is very vibrant, diverse and entwines many different cultures together.

Nightlife is one of the best around Britain with many people visiting the City just on the weekend for the many clubs and bars.

Sport in Manchester is of a great importance. In 2002 it hosted the Commonwealth games which is annually watched by millions. In Football, Manchester United FC is their main components that play in many chief games. They also have a rugby union and a Cricket club. Horse racing and Golf are both major sports also.

For Golf, Manchester has around 32 clubs, which all offer great amenities. You are able to choose whether you would prefer to play the sport in Manchester’s rural areas or enjoy it nearer to the City. Amateur and Professional Golf is very sought after. If you are interested in a Golfing weekend break to the City, please browse our inner pages for further information.

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With a population of 629,676 according to the 2001 census Northamptonshire with its county town of Northampton is a stunning land of historic buildings and country houses. Often referred to as the county of spires and squires it has appeared on the TV show – The nature of Britain due to the splendour of the county.

There is a great history here including a whole array of great places of interest to visit. The economy is healthy making most profit through agricultural activity. The county has many public transports including bus and rail. The culture is more traditional then modern making it a good place for the more mature to visit although the metropolitan can be enjoyed by all ages.

In terms of Sport, Northamptonshire is home to many football teams the most prominent being the League One side Northampton Town. There is a rugby squad, cricket team and a major motor racing circuit based in Silverstone.

Golf is a popular sport with the locals and visitors as there are a number of courses to enjoy the game. We at Golf weekend breaks provide a selection of hotels in Northamptonshire including the Marriott. This stunning hotel has an indoor pool, a golf course overlooking a lake; great facilities in its 120 air conditioned rooms and is one of our best quality hotels located here. Take a look through our inner pages now to get a great deal on a golf weekend break in Northamptonshire.

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Herefordshire is a very historical and ceremonial county in the west midlands region of England. There is an estimated 50,000 inhabitants currently in the province with more and more residents arriving per year. The county is embedded with beautiful rural scenes with a large agricultural area, which primarily is known for its fruit and cider production.

Famous for being one of the UK’s 39 historical towns, it has a healthy economy with most revenue being created through agriculture – beef, fruit, dairy and potatoes to name a few.

Sports popular in Herefordshire principally include Golf. The reason being is that there are so many vicinities where one can enjoy the game. At present, there are nine golf clubs and there are future plans to create some more.

Avid Golfers that repeatedly visit Herefordshire have stated that it is one of the best UK golf locations around due to the picturesque splendour.

If you are interested in a golf weekend break in Herefordshire, please browse through to choose from one of our great value packages.

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Cambridgeshire is a county in England and encompasses a kind of culture split with a modern Cambridgeshire as well as a historic one. The province has an estimated 752,900 residents, with many located here so they are in vicinity to the very famous Cambridge University.

Most of the district is agricultural based with the economy impending from here. In terms of culture, there is a lot to do. People of all ages are able to enjoy themselves, as there are many places of interest to visit.

There is a brilliant history included here which dates all the way back to the 1800’s. The city has a local football team and sports of all variety are enjoyed here.

Golf is played frequently here as Cambridgeshire contains some beautiful golf courses. A great way to play golf in the county is to book a good value weekend package with ourselves.

Stay at the Menzies Cambridge Hotel and Golf Club, where you are able to enjoy 200 acres of pitcheresque courses, relax in the on site health club and enjoy their many brilliant guest amenities. For further information, please see the inner pages.

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Although Golf is a very relaxed sport and many enjoy it to unwind, some people can experience injuries from the game. Some of these injuries will only last a few days then disappear, however in some cases they may be persistent. Here at Golf weekend Break we have compiled a list of common injuries for you to be aware of:

Cramp
With any Sport or exercise you are likely to at times experience cramp. Cramps generally last from 2 – 5 minutes when the muscle suddenly shrinks and then stays stuck. The cause of this is because you have been using the same muscles for sometime, they will tire and cramp up. The cramp also occurs because you are loosing a lot of sweat. When playing Golf, we recommend you drink lots of water to maintain a good supply or moisture. If you experience cramp then stop what you are doing, so the muscle can once again relax and then you are able to carry on hopefully without any further pain. The most common areas that cramp occurs on the body are; the thigh, foot, stomach and hand.

Sore Muscle
Muscle sore occurs when your muscle unfortunately tears or stretches too much. This happens to your external cells and is not really nothing to worry about. With this you may be able to move properly but will feel a sore and pain when you do so. If the pain still occurs after a couple of days, then it is a good idea to visit the Hospital. Although massaging the area can also help greatly.

Muscle pain
When you complete an exercise and have been using the same muscle over and over, you will experience an ache or pain of some kind this is referred to as muscle pain. This pain is not really a deep pain and as soon as you leave it for a while Oxygen will start to circulate once more and you will feel better in time.

Enjoy your Golf and please don’t take this information as a scare tactic, its only to inform you of injuries you may occur and is really nothing serious.

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As a golfer or someone interested in Golf, you will know some kind of procedure in how to grip a golf club correctly. However there are usually many opinions on the correct procedure. Instructors, friends, family, whoever cannot actually train you how to this. It all depends on your self-experience and the way you feel best comfortable. Here at Golf weekend Breaks we have compiled a few tips to guide you in how to grip the golf club so that it will have better affect on the ball flight.

Grip is very important when playing Golf, this is because this is the only control you have through your hands and this is the only way that you can hit the ball to get that perfect swing.
We all have different tendency in the way we do things and Golf is the same. Some of us tend to hook the golf ball. If you do this then try the following method:

· With the club in your hand, move both hands towards the left, now ensure your palms are facing, and you are unable to see your knuckles on your left hand.

This will help you to aim better and this way you will have a better grip, in golf jargon
this is often referred to as a ‘weak grip’.

On the other hand if you have a tendency to slice the golf ball, try the subsequent:

· Move your two hands towards the right so you are now able to see the top of one or two knuckles. Both of your pals should be facing each other, you may need to adjust your hand grip slightly to complete this. In Golf jargon, this is referred to as strong grip.

As a tip, the way in which the direction the ball will swing depends on your gip. A loose grip will usually make the ball go off to the left; a tight grip will make it go off to the right.

So there, it is a few pointers to help you. Try having a practice and see the effect on your ball flight. Happy Golfing!

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