And joining them will be one of the country's most illustrious golf facilities, four-time Ryder Cup venue The Belfry.

The Belfry's team of top coaches will be offering free tuition throughout the three days of the show, led by head professional Gary Alliss, one of Golf Monthly's top 25 coaches.

american golf is the official retail partner following its successful debut at the 2007 London Golf Show in April - further testament to the established nature of the event.

The BBC will also be at the Birmingham show, mirroring its involvement in London - the only difference being that it's BBC WM which partners with the NEC show while BBC London carried out all manner of broadcasts from the ExCeL event.

Visitors to the show will enjoy a specially-constructed indoor driving range; the chance to go head-to-head with celebrities; the opportunity to sink a 100ft putt; the best in golf fashion; the latest golfing gadgets; numerous interactive attractions, many with amazing prizes; and an area dedicated to junior golf with free coaching, fun and games and prizes.

For tickets call 0870 763 6156 or visit www.golfshownec.com.

We've teamed up with our friends at The Golf Show, NEC Birmingham, to offer 10 pairs of tickets to the event. To stand a chance of winning simply answer the following question.

How many times has The Belfry held the Ryder Cup?

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The answer was 4 - congratulations to the winners who will be informed via e-mail.