The golfing community came together last night [March 3] to honour the outstanding individuals, clubs, and initiatives driving the sport forward at the 2026 England Golf Awards.
Hosted by TV presenter Chris Hollins at The Manchester Deansgate, the event welcomed more than 450 guests for an evening of recognition, inspiration, and celebration.
Across the night, 13 category winners were announced — each representing a powerful story of dedication, innovation, and impact. Nine of the awards were nominated for by the public, with a panel of 50 judges from across the golf industry and media selecting the final winners. The Young Person of the Year, Tournament Venue of the Year and Performance of the Year awards were judged by England Golf’s championships and performance teams respectively.
Each winner received an engraved glass trophy and a gift hamper to mark their achievements and lasting influence on the sport.
A special Lifetime Service Award was awarded to the family and friends of the late David Lodge, in recognition of his exceptional contribution to the game, while eight new inductees to the England Golf Hall of Fame where announced. They were John Ball, Pam Barton, David Marsh, Janet Melville, Justin Rose, Karen Stupples, Joyce Wethered and Peter Wilson.
To explore the full list of winners and their stories, click the links below.
- Club of the Year, sponsored by Insured Health – The Club at Mill Green
- County of the Year, sponsored by Citation – Cheshire Golf Ltd
- Tournament Venue of the Year – Luffenham Heath (Carris Trophy)
- Women in Golf Charter Club Award – Henbury Golf Club
- Facility of the Year, sponsored by Howden – Need Golf Centre
- Sustainability Project of the Year – Redbourn Golf Club
- Volunteer of the Year, sponsored by CaddyComps – Ana Browne
- Young Person of the Year, supported by Golf Foundation – Evie Sanderson
- Participation & Development Coach of the Year, sponsored by Your Golf Travel – Mark & Lisa Shervill
- Respect in Golf Award, sponsored by 54 – Bedfordshire County Golf
- Women & Girls’ Trailblazer – Ladies Can Golf
- Lifetime Service Award, sponsored by DotGolf – David Lodge
- Performance of the Year – Lottie Woad