The Ultimate Guide to Personalised Golf Gifts for Golfers (2025)

Finding the perfect gift for a golf enthusiast can feel like sinking a putt on a triple-break green—challenging but incredibly rewarding when you get it right. Whether they're a weekend warrior, country club regular, or scratch golfer dreaming of the PGA Tour, personalised golf gifts add a thoughtful, unique touch that shows you understand their passion.

At Keep It What, we specialise in premium personalised golf gifts, from custom-printed golf balls to engraved accessories. This comprehensive guide will help you find the perfect gift for every type of golfer in your life.

Why Personalised Golf Gifts Are Perfect

The Golfer's Perspective

78% of golfers say they prefer receiving golf-related gifts over generic presents. Here's why personalised golf gifts hit the mark:

✅ Practical & Used Regularly: Golf gifts actually get used on the course ✅ Conversation Starters: Personalised items spark discussions with playing partners ✅ Unique Identity: Stand out in a sea of identical equipment ✅ Sentimental Value: Commemorates achievements, milestones, or special rounds ✅ Quality Matters: Golfers appreciate premium brands and craftsmanship

Perfect Occasions for Golf Gifts

• Birthdays: Golfers always need more balls and accessories
• Father's Day: Dad's favourite sport meets thoughtful personalisation
• Retirement: More time for golf means more golf gifts needed
• Hole-in-One: Commemorate this once-in-a-lifetime achievement
• Tournament Prizes: Personalised awards for club competitions
• Corporate Gifts: Client appreciation for golf-loving professionals
• Groomsmen Gifts: For the golf-loving wedding party
• Christmas: Gear up for the new golf season

Top Personalised Golf Gift Ideas

1. Custom Printed Golf Balls ⭐ Best Seller

Why They're Perfect: Every golfer needs golf balls, and personalised ones make even lost balls feel special.

Personalisation Options:

Text Personalisation:

• Name or initials
• Funny messages ("I'm Lost", "Not Yours", "Find Me")
• Motivational quotes ("Drive for Show, Putt for Dough")
• Player number (like the pros)
• Coordinates of favourite course

Photo Printing (UV Full Colour):

• Family photos
• Pet portraits
• Wedding photos (groomsmen gifts)
• Company logos (corporate events)
• Golf course images
• Personal achievements

Premium Ball Brands Available:

• Titleist Pro V1/V1x: Tour-level performance (£45-£55/dozen)
• Srixon AD333: Mid-handicap favourite (£30-£40/dozen)
• Callaway Chrome Soft: Soft feel, distance (£40-£50/dozen)
• TaylorMade TP5: Tour performance (£45-£55/dozen)

Packaging Options:

• Sleeves of 3 balls (£12-£18)
• Half-dozen (6 balls) (£22-£30)
• Full dozen (12 balls) (£35-£55)
• Premium gift box presentation (+£8)

Best For:

• All skill levels
• Budget-friendly gift (£30-£55)
• Stocking fillers or corporate giveaways
• Groomsmen or tournament prizes

2. Personalised Golf Ball Markers

Why They're Perfect: Small, affordable, and used every round. Never lose a ball marker again!

Types Available:

Metal Ball Markers (£15-£30):

• Engraved stainless steel or brass
• Custom initials, names, or logos
• Magnetic hat clip attachment
• Various shapes (round, square, golf ball shape)

Poker Chip Style (£12-£20):

• Casino-quality chip markers
• Full-colour UV printing or engraving
• Unique designs and personal photos

Pitch Fork with Marker (£25-£40):

• Dual-function tool
• Engraved divot repair tool + ball marker
• Premium stainless steel

Personalisation Ideas:

• Initials with handicap index
• "Birdie Hunter" or "Ace Finder"
• Favourite course logo (with permission)
• Lucky number or birth year
• Inside jokes with playing partners

3. Engraved Hip Flasks for the 19th Hole

Why They're Perfect: Tradition meets personalisation. Perfect for celebrating (or commiserating) after a round.

Specifications:

• Capacity: 6oz or 8oz
• Material: Stainless steel (food-safe)
• Engraving: Laser engraved text, logos, or designs

Personalisation Ideas:

• "19th Hole Fuel"
• Name + handicap index
• "Golf Therapy" with date
• Course coordinates where they got their first birdie
• Funny golf quotes

Price Range: £30-£55

Best Paired With:

• Premium whisky or brandy (not included)
• Leather hip flask holder
• Personalised shot glasses

Ideal For:

• Golfers who enjoy post-round drinks
• Corporate golf day gifts
• Groomsmen gifts (golf-themed weddings)
• Retirement presents

4. Custom Engraved Golf Towels

Why They're Perfect: Essential on-course accessory that golfers use every round.

Features:

• Material: Microfibre (super absorbent)
• Size: 40x60cm (clips to bag easily)
• Personalisation: Embroidery or UV printing
• Clip: Metal carabiner attachment

Customisation Options:

• Name or initials
• Funny slogans
• Player number (like tour pros)
• Club membership logo
• Multi-colour designs

Price Range: £20-£35

Why Golfers Love Them:

• Wipes clubs, balls, and hands
• Always visible on the bag (great for conversation)
• Practical and personal
• Tour-player style personalisation

5. Personalised Golf Accessories Set

Why It's Perfect: Complete gift package with multiple personalised items.

Typical Set Includes:

• 1 dozen personalised golf balls
• Custom ball marker
• Engraved divot repair tool
• Personalised golf towel
• Presentation gift box

Price Range: £60-£120

Ideal For:

• Special occasions (birthdays, Father's Day, retirement)
• Corporate VIP gifts
• Golf tournament first-place prize
• Groomsmen gift sets

6. Engraved Golf Club Headcovers

Why They're Perfect: Protect expensive clubs in style with personalised headcovers.

Types:

• Driver Covers: Full-size protection for driver (£35-£60)
• Hybrid/Fairwood Covers: Numbered covers (£30-£50 each)
• Putter Covers: Blade or mallet styles (£25-£45)
• Iron Covers: Full set protection (£80-£150 set)

Materials:

• Premium leather (engraving-ready)
• Knitted wool (embroidery)
• Synthetic leather (UV printing)

Personalisation:

• Initials or name
• Club type/number
• Motivational text
• Funny nicknames ("Big Dog" for driver)

Best For:

• Serious golfers with premium clubs
• Luxury gift option
• Players who want unique bag style

7. Personalised Golf Bag Tags

Why They're Perfect: Identify bags easily at courses, airports, or club storage.

Specifications:

• Material: Leather, metal, or acrylic
• Size: Standard luggage tag size
• Attachment: Durable strap or clip
• Info Card: Name, phone, email (optional)

Personalisation:

• Name and contact details
• "Property of [Name]"
• Handicap index
• Membership number
• Humorous messages

Price Range: £18-£35

Practical Benefits:

• Prevents bag mix-ups at courses
• Easy identification in storage areas
• Professional appearance
• Travel-friendly for golf trips

8. Engraved Golf Tees (Bulk Options)

Why They're Perfect: Affordable, practical, and perfect for corporate events or tournaments.

Options:

• Wooden Tees: Laser engraved (£0.50-£1.50 each)
• Plastic Tees: UV printed (£0.80-£2 each)
• Metal Tees: Premium engraved (£5-£12 each)

Bulk Quantities:

• 25 tees: £20-£35
• 50 tees: £35-£60
• 100 tees: £60-£100

Personalisation:

• Company logo (corporate events)
• Player name
• Event name and date
• Motivational text

Best For:

• Corporate golf days (giveaways)
• Tournament player gifts
• Stocking fillers
• Bulk groomsmen gifts

9. Custom Golf Scorecards & Yardage Books

Why They're Perfect: Serious players love detailed course notes.

Options:

Personalised Scorecard Holders (£25-£45):

• Leather or synthetic material
• Engraved with name or initials
• Holds scorecard, pencil, tees
• Pocket-sized convenience

Custom Yardage Books (£30-£60):

• Personalized cover with name
• Blank pages for course notes
• Leather-bound premium quality
• Professional tour-style

Best For:

• Competitive players
• Course strategy enthusiasts
• Club championship competitors

10. Engraved Golf Glasses & Barware

Why They're Perfect: For enjoying post-round celebrations in style.

Options:

Whisky Glasses (£25-£50 per pair):

• Engraved with name or initials
• Golf-themed designs
• "19th Hole" messaging
• Premium crystal or glass

Pint Glasses (£20-£40 per pair):

• Perfect for golf pub sessions
• Engraved golf jokes or quotes
• Club logo designs

Decanter Set (£60-£120):

• Engraved decanter + glasses
• Golf ball stopper designs
• Premium presentation box

Best For:

• Whisky-loving golfers
• Home bar enthusiasts
• Retirement or milestone gifts

Golf Gifts by Skill Level

For Beginners & High Handicappers

Focus: Practical, affordable, encouraging

Best Gifts:

• Personalised golf balls (durable, distance-focused like Srixon AD333)
• Golf ball markers (build confidence)
• Golf towel (essential accessory)
• Hip flask (celebrate small victories!)
• Budget: £20-£60

Avoid: Ultra-premium balls (they'll lose them), expensive headcovers

For Mid-Handicappers (10-20 Handicap)

Focus: Quality, performance, motivation

Best Gifts:

• Premium personalised balls (Titleist, Callaway)
• Divot tool + ball marker set
• Scorecard holder (track improvement)
• Engraved golf accessories set
• Budget: £40-£120

For Low Handicappers & Scratch Golfers

Focus: Tour-quality, precision, prestige

Best Gifts:

• Titleist Pro V1/V1x custom balls
• Luxury leather headcovers
• Engraved yardage book
• Premium barware set
• Budget: £80-£250

For Senior Golfers

Focus: Comfort, tradition, nostalgia

Best Gifts:

• Soft-feel personalised balls (Callaway Supersoft)
• Engraved hip flask
• Comfortable golf towel
• Whisky glass set
• Budget: £30-£100

Golf Gifts by Budget

Under £30 (Stocking Fillers & Small Gifts)

• Golf ball marker (£15-£25)
• Personalised tees set (£20-£30)
• Golf towel (£20-£30)
• Single engraved glass (£18-£28)

£30-£60 (Standard Gifts)

• Dozen personalised golf balls (£35-£55)
• Engraved hip flask (£30-£55)
• Ball marker + divot tool set (£35-£50)
• Golf bag tag (£25-£35)

£60-£120 (Premium Gifts)

• Golf accessories gift set (£60-£100)
• Premium headcover (£60-£90)
• Decanter set (£80-£120)
• Luxury golf towel + ball set (£70-£100)

£120+ (Luxury Gifts)

• Full headcover set (£150-£300)
• Multiple dozen premium balls (£150+)
• Complete barware collection (£120-£250)
• Custom golf bag (£200-£500)

Personalisation Ideas & Inspiration

Text-Based Personalisation

Classic:

• "[Name]'s Birdie Balls"
• "Property of [Name]"
• "[Name] | Handicap: [Number]"
• "[Name] | Est. [Year]"

Funny:

• "I'm Not Lost, Just Exploring"
• "Stroke of Genius" (on a ball)
• "Putt Pirate"
• "Fairway to Heaven"
• "Golf Cart Bandit"
• "19th Hole Champion"

Motivational:

• "Drive for Show, Putt for Dough"
• "One Shot at a Time"
• "Grip It and Rip It"
• "Swing Easy, Hit Hard"
• "Keep Calm and Play Golf"

Commemorative:

• "Hole-in-One | [Date] | [Course]"
• "First Birdie | [Date]"
• "Breaking 80 | [Year]"
• "Retirement Round 1 | [Date]"

Photo Personalisation (UV Printing)

Popular Choices:

• Family portrait on golf balls
• Pet photo (golf ball companion)
• Favourite course aerial view
• Wedding photo (groomsmen gifts)
• Hole-in-one celebration photo
• Company logo (corporate gifts)

Best Practices:

• Use high-resolution images (300+ DPI)
• Square aspect ratio works best
• Bright, clear photos with good contrast
• Avoid overly dark or busy backgrounds

Corporate Golf Gifts & Tournament Prizes

Corporate Golf Day Gifts

Participant Welcome Gifts (£20-£50 each):

• Branded golf balls with company logo
• Custom ball markers
• Engraved tees set
• Golf towel with company branding

Team Prizes (£60-£150 per team):

• Personalised ball sets
• Trophy + engraved plaque
• Premium headcovers
• Golf accessories gift sets

Hole-in-One Prizes (£200-£1000):

• Luxury watch (engraved)
• Complete custom headcover set
• High-end golf bag
• Golf holiday voucher

Tournament Personalisation

Event Branding:

• "[Company Name] Annual Golf Day 2025"
• "Tournament Winner | [Name] | [Date]"
• Company logo + participant name
• Event hashtag

Bulk Discounts (Keep It What):

• 10-24 items: 10% off
• 25-49 items: 15% off
• 50-99 items: 20% off
• 100+ items: 25% off + free shipping

Golf Gift Packaging & Presentation

Premium Presentation Options

Standard Gift Box (Free):

• Branded Keep It What box
• Tissue paper wrapping
• Gift card included

Luxury Presentation (+£10-£25):

• Wooden gift crate
• Velvet-lined box
• Ribbon and custom wrapping
• Handwritten gift message

Tournament Packaging (Bulk):

• Individual cellophane wrap
• Branded event bags
• Presentation boxes with event logo

Including a Personal Touch

Gift Message Ideas:

• "May every drive find the fairway"
• "Here's to lower scores and better lies"
• "Fore! These are for you"
• "Wishing you birdies and pars"
• "Play well, live well"

Ordering Timeline for Golf Gifts

Standard Processing

Keep It What Timeline:

• Personalisation: 1-2 business days
• UK Shipping: 3-5 business days
• Total: 4-7 business days

Recommended Order Windows:

• Birthdays/Events: 2-3 weeks before
• Father's Day: Order by early June
• Christmas: Order by early December
• Corporate Events: 4-6 weeks before (bulk orders)

Rush Processing

Express Service (+20% surcharge):

• Personalisation: 24 hours
• Express shipping: 1-2 days
• Total: 2-3 days

Available for orders up to 25 units

FAQ: Golf Gifts for Golfers

Q: What golf gift do golfers actually want? A: Golf balls are #1. Every golfer needs them, and personalised ones add special value.

Q: Are personalised golf balls legal for tournament play? A: Yes! USGA/R&A rules allow personalisation as long as the ball conforms to specifications (which all our premium balls do).

Q: Do personalised balls affect performance? A: No. UV printing and engraving do not impact aerodynamics or ball flight.

Q: What's the best golf gift for someone who has everything? A: Personalised items they can't buy themselves – custom balls with photos, engraved commemorative pieces, unique accessories.

Q: Can I mix personalisation across a dozen balls? A: Yes! Each ball in a dozen can have different text or images (great for photo collages).

Q: What if I don't know their handicap or favourite brand? A: Safe bet: Titleist Pro V1 (most popular), Srixon AD333 (great value), or focus on accessories that work for everyone.

Q: Are golf gifts suitable for non-golfers who want to learn? A: Absolutely! Beginner-friendly balls and accessories make great encouragement gifts.

Q: Do you offer gift wrapping? A: Yes! Standard gift boxes are free; premium presentation packaging available.

Why Choose Keep It What for Golf Gifts

✅ Premium Golf Ball Brands: Titleist, Srixon, Callaway, TaylorMade ✅ Full-Colour UV Printing: Photo-realistic images on balls ✅ Laser Engraving: Precision text on accessories ✅ Live Preview Tool: See your design before ordering ✅ Fast Turnaround: 4-7 days UK delivery ✅ Bulk Discounts: Corporate and tournament pricing ✅ Satisfaction Guarantee: 14-day money-back guarantee

Conclusion: Find the Perfect Golf Gift

Whether you're shopping for a scratch golfer or someone who just loves being on the course, personalised golf gifts combine practicality with sentiment. From custom-printed Titleist Pro V1s to engraved hip flasks for the 19th hole, the right personalised gift shows you understand and support their passion.

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"The only thing better than a round of golf is a round with your own personalised balls." – Every golfer, probably.

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About Keep It What: UK-based specialists in personalised golf gifts. We partner with premium brands like Titleist, Srixon, and Callaway to deliver tour-quality personalised golf balls and accessories.

Golf Tip: Always carry a few extra personalised balls as gifts – you never know when you'll meet a playing partner worth sharing with!

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