Ian Purvis

I started playing golf at 13 when a friend and I took his father's clubs to a nearby field. As soon as I hit my first proper shot (after a few questionable strikes) I was hooked.

I grew up playing my Junior golf at Sweetwoods Park on the Sussex, Kent and Surrey border. I then went on to play National events and represent Bournemouth University 1st team.

After joining Your Golf Travel I moved to Putney and joined Roehampton Club. Marriage and Two children later; I have recently joined the famous Harry Colt designed Blackmoor Golf Club in Hampshire. Looking forward to finding a golf swing again sometime in the spring.

What's in my bag?
Taylormade M2 Driver
Taylormade M1 3 Wood
Titleist 716 T-MB 2 Iron
Titleist - 714 CB Irons
Titleist Vokey SM5 Wedges - 52, 56, 60
Scotty Cameron Studio Design Stainless Newport Putter

Call 0800 043 6644 to speak to Ian about planning your next golf trip.

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Having studied at Bournemouth University, I was spoiled for choice with golf in that region. Ferndown, Remedy Oak and Parkstone being my favorites. My grandparents and parents live along the coast towards Lymington, so Barton on Sea is a must play for anyone that enjoys golf with a view!

Each year I love to head over to Le Touquet and Hardelot for a couple of nights and rounds. Belle Dune, La Mer and Les Pins being my favourite courses to play in the region. So easy to travel to from the South East of England.

The best golf holiday I've experienced? Has to be a trip to the Costa Del Sol I did a few years ago. We stayed in Marbella for 2 nights at the Marbella Club hotel and played Los Naranjos and Marbella Club. We then headed down to Estepona / Sotogrande and played Valderrama, Finca Cortesin and Real Club de Sotogrande which all rank in the top 20; continental Europe. Valderrama is the hardest golf course I have ever played; it's a true masterpiece in design and condition. A bucket list course that all golfers should experience.