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SGD Becomes GTC Quality Assured Trainer
Swan Golf Designs has become a Greenkeeper Training Committee (GTC) Quality Assured Training Provider, building on a long term aim to comminicate the role that golf course design has in improving the game within the UK. SGD, primarily through its … Continue reading


Back To The Future for SGD
Strengthening existing relationships has always been as important to Swan Golf Designs as building new connections. Whilst new projects are always met with enthusiasm, we work hard to ensure this is not at the expense of our existing and valued … Continue reading


Ripon City Complete Renovation Phase Four
Five years on from Swan Golf Designs’ initial golf course audit Ripon City Golf Club has implemented the next phase in the improvement of their course. The 2011 works have included the rebunkering of the 15th and 2nd holes, introducing … Continue reading

About Us




Swan Golf Designs is committed to producing golf courses of the highest quality through innovative design and a creative appreciation of the natural landscape setting.


With a flexible approach, a focus on meeting the demands of each client and delivering value for money, the SGD team have earned a reputation for professional and creative excellence.


The Swan name has been seen within the golf industry for over 50 years. Today the unique blend of experience, expertise and extensive industry connections enables Swan Golf Designs to create challenge, variety and spectacle on golf courses worldwide.



  • Howard Swan
    Golf Course Architect

  • Nigel Henbury
    Golf Course Architect
    (Associate)

  • William Swan
    Golf Course Architect