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We spoke to Rick Hamilton, Course Manager at La Grande Mare, about the challenges of working with the elements, career highlights from around the world and why he wants Clint Eastwood to ‘make his day’.

We’ve all heard the expression that bad carpenters blame their tools. But in the world of golf, sometimes, badly-fitted clubs really can be the problem. Sue Shapcott PhD, La Grande Mare’s Golf Performance Director and specialist club fitter, explains how even the world’s best instruction can’t fix a golfer’s game if the clubs don’t fit.

Sustainability sits at the heart of La Grande Mare. From biodiversity-led course management to eco-conscious design, we’re creating an environment where sport and nature thrive together. Conservation will always drive our operations – now and into the future - here is just a snapshot of how we’re putting that commitment into practice.

Sustainability sits at the heart of La Grande Mare. From biodiversity-led course management to eco-conscious design, we’re committed to creating a place where sport and nature thrive together.