Golfers of all ages regularly travel the world to enjoy a round or two in all manner of places. More and more golfers, though, are becoming aware of the impact global golf travel has on the environment and are searching for ways to reduce their carbon footprint, one of which is to shun trips abroad in favour of UK golf breaks.

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Read on for general advice for golfers who like to venture near and far to play the sport about how they can become more ethical.

Stay a little close to home

If money is no issue, then some players indulge in luxury golf in far-flung destinations such as Dubai and Japan. Even golf holidays Europe tend to involve getting on a plane and that obviously will have environmental consequences. Instead, try and play in the UK as much as possible. Many golfers are guilty of ignoring the golf facilities pretty much right on their doorsteps, but UK golf breaks can be just as rewarding as a trip to, say, Spain, even if the weather is unlikely to be as good. A guide to the UK’s best courses can be found on this website.

Catch a ferry

If you have to travel to mainland Europe then catch a ferry and try and use public transport as much as possible. There’s an excellent rail network in countries such as France and Spain and this means you don’t have to catch a plane. No matter how you intend to travel, leave your bag of clubs at home and rent instead.

Carbon offsetting

Think about carbon offsetting as there are plenty of schemes available that mean you donate money to an organisation doing things like planting trees. Walk once you get out and about on the course. Not only is it a great source of exercise, but some golf carts do produce harmful emissions.

An estimated 30 million tourists visit the UK annually to see the sites and sample the British culture and general way of life. Part of the lure for many people is the variety of choice of things to do at night.

For anybody planning a trip to the UK any time soon, here are a few suggestions on how to enjoy a typical British night out:

Bingo

Brits of all ages love playing bingo, be it down at their local bingo hall or online bingo. It’s a cheap and cheerful night out and is great way to meet a diverse range of people as well as possibly win a bumper cash prize. Fear not, though, if you’ve never played before or even never heard of bingo because the rules of the game are simple to pick up and you’ll learn all about the famous bingo calls in no time.

Cinema

With at least one cinema complex in most major UK towns and cities, film fans can get their fix of the latest movies and watch either the newest Hollywood blockbusters or smaller independent films. The British film industry is also booming at present and that is having a knock-on effect in terms of the amount of people heading to the pictures.

Gig

There’s a really vibrant live music scene in the UK, especially in major cities such as Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester and, of course, the capital London. The biggest names in the entertainment industry regularly play in venues of all sizes up and down Britain, while smaller acts that are just starting out can be found in pubs and bars every night of the week in most towns and cities.

Greyhounds

A night down the dogs is a unique experience. Like bingo, it’s a bit of fun and best enjoyed with a group of friends or family. It’s a more down-to-earth version of going to watch horse racing live and there are always great deals to be had on cheap tickets, meaning you don’t have to spend a fortune in the pursuit of a good time. And, don’t forget, you could also win a few pounds if Lady Luck is smiling on you. If live sport is your thing, attending other sporting events like a football or rugby match is also highly advisable.

Pub crawl

A quintessential activity that the Brits enjoy is a good, old-fashioned pub crawl with a few pals to celebrate a special birthday or occasion. In London, for example, there’s the Monopoly Pub Crawl, which is a route that includes 26 of the spaces of a Monopoly board. In Leeds, the Otley Run is the stuff of legends, while you can embark on the Transpennine Real Ale Trail on eight train stations between Leeds and Manchester. No matter where you are in the UK, there’s bound to be a pub crawl you can participate in, but remember to act and drink responsibly.