FG Hawtree Designed Golf Courses

F.G. Hawtree (1916-2000) was a significant English golf course architect, taking over and expanding the family firm founded by his father, Frederic W. Hawtree. He became one of the most prolific designers in the UK and Europe, known for his strategic approach and adapting courses to their natural settings. His extensive portfolio includes work on prestigious courses like Royal Birkdale and Formby, solidifying the Hawtree legacy in golf course design before passing the firm to his son, Martin.