Crown Golf, the UK's largest golf course operator, has scooped a prestigious national award - after being named Golf Group of the Year 2007.

The accolade came at the Clubhouse Awards, which recognised venue excellence in the golf industry at a glittering ceremony at The Warwickshire Golf and Country Club on Monday, September 10.

Chief Executive Peter Manby collected the award on behalf of the group and said: "I am proud to have received this award, as it is great recognition for all the teams in our Clubs who strive every day to offer a great experience to our members and visitors".

For the Golf Group of the Year award, judges were looking for a golf group, which could demonstrate an ability to create and sustain standards across its entire portfolio.

The judges took into account the number of clubs owned by the group, the quality of each establishment and what they can individually offer guests.

Caroline Scoular, editor of awards organisers Clubhouse magazine, said: "Crown Golf not only managed to tick all the above boxes but its view to the future was certainly a positive one with plans to expand through acquisition and membership.

“Overall, Crown Golf shone though as a superbly managed golf group, with the financial back up to set it apart from the rest."

Crown Golf is Europe's largest golf course owner with 32 properties in its portfolio and more than 50 courses. With pride in customer service and innovation, it aims to provide an outstanding golf experience for its members and visitors, tailor-made to suit the lifestyles and needs of a wide range of golfers.

Notes to editors: The Crown Golf group is the UK’s largest golf course owner, with 32 properties in its portfolio and more than 50 courses. With pride in customer service and innovation, it aims to provide an outstanding golf experience for its members and visitors, tailor-made to suit the lifestyles and needs of a wide range of golfers.