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Welcome Issue 14. September - November 2012

006 Featured Course 008 News & Features 032 Cheshire 064 Greater Manchester 074 Lancashire 090 Merseyside 110 Cumbria 116 Travel

Welcome to the North West & Cumbria Golf Guide Welcome to our latest edition of The North West & Cumbria Golf Guide which marks the staging of ‘The Ricoh Women’s British Open’ in the North West and at Royal Liverpool Golf Club for the first time. We look forward to the 39th staging of The Ryder Cup match being played at Medinah Country Club (Chicago,US) from 28th to 30th September.

So how does The Golf Guide work? It is an opportunity for golf clubs to showcase their course and facilities with superb photography and enough information to whet the appetite of any golfer or group of golfers who are planning a visit. At the bottom of each golf course page are the club’s contact details (Website/Tel No) together with any specific golf offers - some of which are exclusive to Golf Guide readers.

The magazine is split into 5 areas. Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Lancashire & Cumbria. These areas are colour coded, containing a map highlighting where each course can be found. A full golf course listing is also featured in the magazine, containing the telephone number & web site of every golf course in the North West of England.

The North West & Cumbria Golf Guide is brought to you by Golf Guide Publications using a formula which has proved a huge success on the Costa del Sol for the past 5 years and since it’s introduction to the UK two years ago.

In addition to The North West & Cumbria Golf Guide here, further editions have been added in Ireland and Yorkshire & The North East. A new Golf Guide was recently launched in The South of England & there are plans to extend to further regions in the UK in the next 2 years.

In addition to The Golf Guide itself, we launched ‘The North West & Cumbria Golf Guide Tour’ last year which proved extremely popular amongst all golfers. All events are played on top quality championship golf courses and the latest winners booking their places on a golf trip to Spain (February 2013) at Vale Royal (13th July) were Jack Brownrigg and Tom Cartwright and at Clitheroe (1st August) were Ian Walsh and Jon Dugdale.

The winning pair from each event win a 4 day trip to Spain which covers flights, accommodation & 3 x rounds of golf on top quality Spanish golf courses, together with other golf prizes on the day. So please come along and experience the Tour in 2012 for yourself with your golfing friends.

We still have tee times free for our last event of 2012 at Formby Hall on 4th October so please contact us to book your place and we will be publishing our Tour calendar for 2013 in our next issue (Winter) of The North West & Cumbria Golf Guide which will be out early December.

The Golf Guide is aimed at golfers of all levels from professionals, club players, beginners and societies. We hope that you will find this free publication an enjoyable read, and a must for choosing your golfing calendar of events in the North West for 2012.

The next issue will be available from all golf clubs, select golf shops, driving ranges and hotels from early December so please keep a close eye out for it. All that remains is to thank you for your continued support & we hope to see you on the Golf Guide Tour soon. Happy Golfing!

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FEATURED COURSE

Royal Liverpool Hole by Hole Guide

Contact Details Royal Liverpool Golf Club Meols Drive, Hoylake, Wirral CH47 4AL Telephone: 0151 632 3101 bookings@royal-liverpool-golf.com www.royal-liverpool-golf.com

Host venue to the 2012 Ricoh Women’s British Open.

Hole 1. Par 4. 429 Yards With a tee shot flanked by out of bounds on one side and the Clubhouse on the other, this is an extremely challenging hole which requires both accuracy and courage. A sharp dog leg to the right demands a well positioned drive as near to the corner of the practice ground as confidence will allow. The second shot is of some 190 yards to a green protected by a swale on the safer left side away from the out of bounds close on the right.

Hole 2. Par 4. 372 Yards Played to the only green which remains from the original course layout, the Road hole at first glance takes on a high benign appearance but three newly situated bunkers at drive length will swallow any wayward tee shots. A drive positioned close to the left hand side of the fairway will offer you the best angle of approach to a well protected green which falls away from front to back.

Hole 3. Par 5. 535 Yards Threading a drive between the gorse to the left and the strategically positioned bunkers on the right, most players should look to play their second shots to the right side of the fairway from where they will get the best angle of approach to a two tier green. Be careful to check the pin position.

Should you end up in the wrong part of the green, two putts will be a challenge.

Hole 4. Par 3. 202 Yards Normally played into a crosswind, the ‘New’ is the first of Hoylake’s par 3’s and is surrounded by deep bunkers.

A tip for newcomers to Hoylake is to take one more club from the tee and aim to the right hand side of the green. The extra club will help carry the cavernous bunker on the front right of the green and natural slope will swing the ball back towards the hole.

Hole 5. Par 4. 483 Yards ‘Telegraph’ is a very difficult driving hole with a bunkers left and right. The right side is further protected by extensive gorse to which the westerly wind pushes your ball. Nevertheless, the best line from the tee requires a drive close to the right hand side of the fairway. Any tee shot which is too cautious will mean a second shot played over a bunker which jealously guards the front left of the green. Remember to believe the yardage here as this hole always plays one club longer than you first think.

Hole 6. Par 4. 433 Yards The first occasion you play at Hoylake you could be forgiven for wondering where to drive, as you are faced with an out of bounds hedge in front of you, but more perturbing is the fact it is some 190 yards away. So just take an easy swing and place one in the wide part of the fairway. Just to the left of the marker will do nicely. Well done!

Now all that is left is a middle iron to the green.

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Hole 7. Par 3. 198 Yards At ‘Dowie’, there is a lot to take in while standing on the tee. The wind is often coming from right to left and the pin position can make a big difference to your choice of shot.

Bunkers front left and right protect a narrow green which will throw the ball from a less than perfect shot into complex swales.

Hole 8. Par 5. 534 Yards The furthest part of the course away from the clubhouse, ‘Far’ has seen some famous players come to grief, none more so than the great Bobby Jones, who, on his way to his famous Grand Slam in 1930, took an 7 on this relatively straight forward par 5. Whatever you do, stay away from the bunker which protects the front right hand side of the green. It is very deep!

Hole 9. Par 4. 393 Yards No matter how well or badly you are playing, one cannot help but enjoy the panoramic view which awaits on the tee at ‘Punch Bowl’. The Welsh hills and Dee estuary provide a scenic backdrop to the first of four holes which run along the shore. For the best line to the green, you are advised to favour the left side of the fairway with your drive. Be careful as the front half of the green slopes away from you.

Hole 10. Par 4. 448 Yards A dog leg to the left which invariably plays longer than its yardage, ‘Dee’ is a demanding par 4. It could be tempting to take off some of the dog-leg when you are faced with 3 bunkers on the right of the fairway, but the new broken ground in the rough on the left makes that very dangerous. Once on the fairway, you will then be faced with a long second shot to a raised green which slopes forward from the back of the green. Take a tip: don’t be past the flag when the pin is in the middle or towards the back of the green.

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Hole 11. Par 3. 198 Yards Don’t be distracted by the beautiful scenery around Hilbre Island. Make sure you take enough club to carry the mounds which guard the front left hand side of the green.

One thing to note is that the green extends further left than it looks from the tee.

Hole 12. Par 4. 456 Yards Arguably the finest hole of the links, ‘Hilbre’ is a dog leg to the left. The big-hitters and the brave may try carry the bunkers protecting the corner of the hole but this is a lot to ask.

Don’t overshoot the dog-leg as thick rough awaits. A long second shot is played into the prevailing wind to a green which will throw any shot veering to the right down into a hollow, from where it is difficult to recover.

Hole 13. Par 3. 161 Yards ‘Rushes’ is a classic example of a par 3 which does not require great length to make it an interesting hole. The tee is elevated and set into the sand dunes with great views of the Dee Estuary. At first glance, there appears to be a little trouble but a wayward shot will leave an extremely tricky chip or bunker shot.

Hole 14. Par 5. 576 Yards This is the start of Hoylake’s much admired... and feared stretch of finishing holes. A long par 5 which requires a drive towards the fairway bunkers on the left side and then demands a full wood to stand a chance of reaching the green. Beware of Farrar’s Folly, a grassy hollow at the front right of the green, affectionately named after a former Secretary of the Club.

Hole 15. Par 4. 459 Yards Into the prevailing South West winds, ‘Lake’ at 459 yds is certainly one of the most difficult.

A long, straight drive, avoiding bunkers at driving distance is necessary to have any

chance of hitting the classic MacKenzie green.

A long second shot is played to a deep two tier green. Anything missing the green short left has the duel challenges of thick rough and tricky bunkers. Despite its name, there are no hidden water features to look out for.

Hole 16. Par 5. 560 Yards Played around the out of bounds line of the practise ground, the tee shot should be aimed at the dog leg. From there you can either play safely to the left or skirt the out of bounds line, which will reward you with an easier 3rd shot to a long green set at an angle to the second shot and protected to the front by bunkers to the left and right.

Hole 17. Par 4. 457 Yards Setting off away from the Clubhouse, this hole is named after the Royal Hotel which housed the first Clubhouse at Hoylake in 1869. A brand new green complex was created in 2010 and is incredibly difficult to hit with a long iron in hand. If you can keep your drive close to the bunker on the left you will have the best angle of attack to this well protected, long, narrow green. The green is one of the toughest to putt on, so accept a two putt and move on.

Hole 18. Par 4. 456 Yards Bunkers right and left necessitate an accurate tee shot at this great driving hole.

The second shot is played to an undulating green which has cleverly positioned bunkers which will allow flag positions to be tucked behind them. Don’t be too greedy as slopes will throw your ball off the green leaving you with a very tricky recovery shot.

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Golfing Matters

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Runaway Rory Plans Ryder Cup Glory For differing reasons, we should not be surprised by the names that have just been engraved on the Claret Jug and the Wanamaker Trophy. Ernie Els had a previous 3rd and 2nd in the 2001 and 1996 Royal Lytham Opens, and just as Darren Clarke showed in 2011, 42 years old appears to be a popular age to win the Open.

If this had been a relatively low key year for Rory McIlroy, his runaway victory at Kiawah Island in the final Major of the year, the U.S. PGA, merely reminded us all of his enormous talent and potential. At 23 years old, he is faster to a 2nd Major than Woods, Nicklaus, Hogan, Jones, Snead, Watson, Vardon, Braid or Taylor to name just a few of the golfing greats.

Only Young Tom Morris, Gene Sarazen, John McDermott and from the modern era Seve Ballesteros were younger. McIlroy’s winning margin in both his Majors has been by an incredible 8 shots, and in 8 months time he will undoubtedly be a clear favourite for the US Masters. McIlroy is now set to dominate the game in a way that Tiger Woods previously did, and no doubt he will also start as favourite for the Gold Medal as golf makes its return to the Olympic fold in Rio de Janeiro in 2016.

Just as the Olympic movement needed the vision of its founder, Baron Pierre de Coubertin, so too did the international golfing community need the energy of Samuel Ryder, a successful seed merchant who only took up the game in his 50’s to improve his health, to initiate what has now become Golf’s most enduring and enthralling match play event.

Yorkshire and the North West has played its part in Ryder Cup history, hosting the event on

9 previous occasions at 6 of our most famous venues, all of which are featured in the current Golf Guide magazines. (Moortown in 1929, Southport and Ainsdale in 1933 and 1937, Ganton in 1949, Lindrick in 1957, Royal Lytham twice in 1961 and 1977 and Royal Birkdale twice in 1965 and most famously in 1969).

The biennial event alternates between Europe and America and after the 2010 match at Celtic Manor, the 39th Ryder Cup returns to the USA and takes place at Medinah County Club, Medinah, Illinois, September 28th-30th. Captains Jose Maria Olazabal and Davis Love are the ideal pairing for they will ensure that the traditions of this great tournament are upheld and that the players play in the right spirit, hard but fair.

The Americans have been buoyed by recent Major success in the shape of Keegan Bradley, Bubba Watson and Webb Simpson. And they can also count on in form Jason Dufner, Zach Johnson and Matt Kuchar in their automatic 8. Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods, the latter who has won the USPGA twice at Medinah, add great depth to the team, and Love who was arguably spoilt for choice when it came to pick his 4 Wild Cards, has elected not to select Rickie Fowler, rather he has gone for the experience of Steve Stricker and 7 times Ryder Cupper Jim Furyk, the big hitting Dustin Johnson and the pure putting Brandt Snedeker.

Whilst Lee Westwood and Martyn Kaymer have not been in top form this year, Rory McIlroy’s brilliant win will hopefully rub off on Team Europe. Luke Donald, Justin Rose, Graeme McDowell, Paul Lawrie, Sergio Garcia, Francesco Molinari and Peter Hanson have all enjoyed considerable success in 2012.

Olazabal’s two Wild Card picks rather picked themselves, Ian Poulter, after his 3rd place in the U.S. PGA was a shoe in, as was the consistent Belgian Nicolas Colsaerts, who is the only rookie on a very strong European team.

With the enduring format of foursomes, fourballs and singles bound to deliver a series of nail biting moments, the final outcome is very difficult to call. Expect Europe to do well in the team formats and the USA to win the singles. Both teams look strong on paper, and factoring in a point or two for home advantage set against Europe’s hot streak of 6 wins in the last 8 Ryder Cups, it all leads me to predict that Europe will retain the trophy by the narrowest of margins after a 14-14 tie.

Robin Snook Twitter: @snookysays Blog: snookysays.wordpress.com

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EQUIPMENT NEWS

Callaway Golf Major Win Leads to Major Consumer Offer

and then log on to www.callawaygolf.com/ erniedriver where they can follow some simple steps to claim their £80 cash rebate.

“We want to make the game as easy as Ernie Els made it look at Royal Lytham & St Annes and what better way to herald Callaway’s quadruple Major winner than by giving the public this winning opportunity to hit it ‘Easy Long’ like the great man himself,” added Neil Howie.

Promotion Period is 23 July 2012 through 30 September 2012 or while stocks last.

Age limitations and other restrictions apply. See www.callawaygolf.com/ erniedriver for complete details.

Callaway Staff Professional and new Open Champion Ernie Els demonstrated the power and precision of the RAZR Fit Driver over the challenging fairways of Royal Lytham & St Annes, and to celebrate his win Callaway is offering golfers in the U.K. the opportunity of putting a RAZR Fit to the test with a very special winning deal.

From now until 30 September 2012, Callaway is giving £80 cash back on a RAZR Fit Driver purchased from and delivered by one of its Participating Preferred Retail Partners during the Promotion Period.

“Ernie powered his way to the Open Championship, averaging drives of 298.1 yards over the four rounds of competitive play, almost 15 yards further than the average drives for the total field. It’s now time for consumers to also feel the full force behind RAZR Fit with

this very special promotion,” said Managing Director of Callaway EMEA, Neil Howie.

RAZR Fit, Callaway’s first adjustable Driver, has been a sensation on Tour this season notching up 10 tournament wins worldwide – including three Major victories.

Featuring an OptiFit Hosel that adjusts the face angle in Open, Square or Closed positions at address to improve accuracy and trajectory, the RAZR Fit Driver also comes with two OptiFit weights, 12 grams and 2 grams, that shift the clubhead’s centre of gravity to promote either Draw or Neutral ball flights.

It couldn’t be easier for consumers to take advantage of this Major Win promotion.

Consumers simply need to keep their receipt from the eligible purchase of their new RAZR FIT Driver made during the Promotion Period

Claim £80 cashback when you buy a RAZR Fit Driver, as used by 2012 Open Champion, Ernie Els

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REGIONAL NEWS

Major Players At Lytham St Annes Mini Links Eight times Major winner, Tom Watson (USA), recently visited Lytham St Annes and was delighted when he saw the Mini Links ‘loaded with kids who were clearly enjoying themselves on a layout suited to their abilities.’

Lytham St Annes Mini Links Golf Complex has been developed in partnership with Fylde Borough Council by local businessman and Managing Director of Atgolf.co.uk, Andy Tracey. Andy, who graduated from St Andrews University with a Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Mathematics and Golf, often shared many University sporting moments including golf with the Future King, Prince William. Atgolf’s major aims and objectives are to promote the game of golf with a strong emphasis on junior golf development. Andy commented, ‘the Mini Links concept is a perfect way for beginners and juniors to sample golf in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere without the pressures of restrictions on age, ability or attire or high green fee costs. The course has been developed, well maintained and kept fully open even in the harshest of conditions with the aid of Head Greenkeeper John Peat.

The course is perfect for both beginners and avid golfers with a new Pro’s tee introduced.’

Local dealership Lloyd Blackpool Mini has partnered with Atgolf.co.uk and is very proud to provide the Official Vehicle of the Mini Links, a fantastic new Mini Countryman. Andy commented, ‘we are very pleased to have the local dealership on board during this extremely exciting time. The London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics are sponsored by BMW who in turn own Mini. It is quite fitting to have one of the major sponsors of the Games involved in golf before its introduction in the 2016

Olympics with the Mini and Mini Links Brands working extremely effectively together’.

Atgolf.co.uk is very pleased to have recently signed with Dunlop. Dunlop Sport is owned in most of the world by the British-based company, Sports Direct International. Dunlop is an equipment brand that specialises in sports equipment and endorses clothing for Major Champion and Ryder Cup 2012 Vice Captain Darren Clarke (NIR) and Race to Dubai Champion and former World Number one golfer Lee Westwood (ENG). Atgolf.co.uk in partnership with Dunlop Sport provides FREE Dunlop Golf Equipment hire at Lytham St Annes Mini Links.

Andy commented, ‘I am very pleased to have signed with Dunlop Sport. This will act as a major catalyst that encourages more people to take up the sport. The Mini Links has seen over 3000 juniors pass through the gates in less than a year with juniors able to play golf for as little as £2 with FREE Dunlop equipment hire.’

One of the World’s greatest sports events, the 141st Open Championship, arrived on the doorstep of Lytham St Annes Mini Links this summer attracting over 180,000 spectators from all over the globe. After shooting a level par 70 on the penultimate day of the Championship, Rickie Fowler (USA) and his partner travelled only 800 metres from Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club down the mini Links road to tackle the undulating fairways of the Par 3 course. Accompanying the pair was fellow American and PGA Championship 2011 Major winner, Keegan Bradley (USA).

Travelling around in an audacious 10 ball, both Rickie and Keegan played with friends including caddie Steve (‘Pepsi’), Matt Cole and Tour Pro Mark Wilson’s caddie Chris P (Cripy).

Throughout the whole of The Open Championship, the Golf Guide in partnership with Atgolf.co.uk ran an exciting Nearest the Pin competition on the Mini Links with a fantastic prize of a free place on the Golf Guide Tour.

Both Rickie and Keegan, after failing to win the prize after 18 holes took on the Mini Links and Golf Guide Tour challenge for the 2nd time in succession and came close but not quite close enough to win a place on the Golf Guide Tour.

The following day saw a dramatic finale at The Open Championship. Prior to the last pair teeing off, Johan Elliot from Sportyard.com visited the Mini Links and brought his player and PGA Championship 2010 Major winner and former Number 1, Martin Kaymer (GER) for a relaxing round of golf before crossing the road to see one of his other players, Adam Scott (AUS), tee off leading The Open Championship.

Martin brought friends including tennis star Andrea Petkovic (GER) who also tackled the Golf Guide Tour Nearest the Pin challenge but again failed to secure a place on the Golf Guide Tour. Remarkably, Karen Lee from Oxford won the Golf Guide Tour Nearest the Pin Competition sporting very interesting footwear.

A big thank you must go to all the supporters of the Mini Links especially The Golf Guide, Dunlop Sport, Lloyd Blackpool, FBC, Managers and Pro’s including Rickie and PGA Championship Major Winners 2010 and 2011, Martin and Keegan. Congratulations to Rory McIlroy (NIR) who won the 2012 PGA Championship. We hope to see Rory on Lytham St Annes Mini Links in the near future.

Andy Tracey MD Atgolf.co.uk

Join us on The Golf Guide Tour for the chance to win a golf trip to the Costa del Sol! Format is Pairs better ball stableford, and the winners from each event are invited to the final on the Costa del Sol in November 2012 & February 2013, including a 3 night stay at the 4 star Tamisa Hotel Mijas incl Breakfast, return flights, all transfers and 3 competitive rounds of golf at Mijas, El Chaparral, and the grand final at Santana.

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Lee Westwood Golf School

Could you imagine this at 18 years old… “You have just completed two years of schooling, where every day you played golf, reduced your handicap from 5 to 1, studied in a purpose built classroom at a golf club. You achieved a first class education allowing you to get into University and hung out with 21 other golf focused young players. You visited Spain twice in the winter, you met some of the greatest golf players in the world and regularly interacted with the current world number 4 Lee Westwood. You received a custom built PING golf bag presented to you by Lee, had a uniform sponsored by Dunlop and had a variety of guest speakers and visits to European Tour events including an inside the ropes experience. To top that off, you now are off to Florida to play on the Moonlight Tour and still aged only 18” imagine… Well that is the reality for one of the recent Lee Westwood Golf School graduates’, Nicky Tibbetts who has recently touched down in Florida!

Lee Westwood said “it is great news that Nicky received sponsorship in order to play on the mini tours in Florida. I am extremely proud of my schools’ in the UK and am looking forward to seeing my first school in America at Errol Estate Golf & Country Club progress”.

You never forget a great teacher. That’s true whether it’s in the classroom or on the sports field. Okay, sometimes you need the benefit of hindsight to fully appreciate the value of such experiences, but if you are lucky enough to really connect with a teacher and what they have to say, it has the power to map out a future path to success.

a success” says Karl Morris, director of the Lee Westwood Golf School who joined the golf business from a corporate background.

“We’re passionate about this business and we’re committed to doing what is 100 per cent right for our students - the results speak for themselves.”. They also run and manage the Darren Clarke Golf School in Ireland.

Essentially, that is the mission at the Lee Westwood Golf School, which currently has two centres located in the UK, one in the north and one in the south of England – at Macdonald Portal Hotel Golf & Spa in Portal and Stoke by Nayland in Essex respectively.

For one half of each day an experienced team of full-time PGA professionals provide the necessary golf skills and guidance to help youngsters achieve their full potential and perhaps go on to a career in golf. The other half of the day is dedicated to education, providing a back-up plan in the form of a BTEC national diploma in sport to create a springboard to a more fulfilling adult professional life.

A total of around 80 students aged between 16 and 18 are currently enrolled in the schools.

They arrive at the school accommodation on a Sunday evening and home again on a Friday evening. For every waking hour in between they are expected to work hard on and off the golf course in an environment designed to inspire and motivate.

“Many offer a golf school or academy programme, but no-one else has the support and partnership of Lee Westwood, nor has invested so heavily into making the business

The educational component represents an 18-hour portion of the working week and students are given a yearly timetable in advance.

“They know exactly what to expect and what we expect of them,” says Morris. The syllabus equates to 420 UCAS points, equivalent to three A Levels at A grade. Morris adds proudly, “We’ve had students on our course who were struggling with their education and two years later were leaving us with the equivalent of three A Levels and off to university full of confidence.”

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The golf programme is equally thorough.

Students are coached in all aspects of the game and constantly performance monitored with regular skills testing. They also receive practical advice on sports psychology, fitness, diet and nutrition. There is even a full-time, on-site fitness instructor to put them through their paces.

“These students live for their golf and we give them all the tools and all the knowledge they need in order to perform to the best of their ability,” explains head coach Michael Welch, “but they have to work hard in the classroom as well. We instill discipline and a sense of taking responsibility for their own actions.

They learn right from the start that if their schoolwork is late then there is no golf for them. Obviously we want to produce great golfers, but we want them to leave us with good qualifications, too. It is important to have a Plan B in life.” “On average our golfers drop their handicaps by half on a yearly basis” Welch is the perfect man for the job in more ways that one. He was once the boy wonder of British golf, winning a hatful of prestigious titles including the British Boys, European Boys and the World Boys Championships all within the space of a few months, a feat that hasn’t ever been replicated. “I suppose I never really appreciated what I had or what I was achieving until many years later,” says Welch.

A professional playing career didn’t quite pan out for Welch, but he considers himself fortunate that coaching has kept him

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involved in the game of golf. “I love the job I’m doing now,” he says. “Working with these young lads and seeing them develop and grow as individuals is exiting and very rewarding. It’s great to be a part of this.”

The students would no doubt concur, for this has proven to be an incredibly successful formula. With it being a residential set-up the coaches have the opportunity to develop a great rapport with the students and vice versa. The golf team this year won the British National Schools and Colleges Championship.

The school itself boasts a 100 per cent retention rate and students are typically achieving over twice the national average in their school grades. “If a parent wants the best for their son or daughter they should come to us,” says Morris. “We are currently the best-kept secret in education.”

Not for much longer, though. Morris says that the Lee Westwood Golf School is looking to expand not just within the UK but also globally. This September sees the launch of the first US school in Florida.

And what of the man himself, Lee Westwood?

“My advice to any youngster looking to take up the game has always been to get good tuition and proper coaching, but it’s also about enjoying the game. We offer all of that here,” says Westwood.

“Golf’s given me a great life and to put something back is very important to me.”

The Lee Westwood Golf School also offer a wide range of tuition for adults, from the individual lesson through to corporate day group coaching. They even offer “tuition breaks” via its exclusive partner www. golfbreaks.com, fortunately the school lunches and bunk beds are replaced with a residential experience from the 4* venues!

For more information on the Lee Westwood Golf School telephone 0844 879 3467 or visit the website: www.leewestwoodgolfschool.com.

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Carden Park Shone as PGA Pros played for Glenmuir Crown

Golfers enjoyed sunshine for the highly successful Glenmuir PGA Professional Championship Finals held at Carden Park. The award winning hotel, golf resort and spa near Chester played host to more than 150 PGA qualifiers over four days who competed to win the £78,000 prize fund.

Hamish Ferguson, general manager of De Vere Carden Park, said: “We had fantastic weather and a great turnout for the tournament, held on our famous Nicklaus Course. It was an honour to join the illustrious list of venues that have hosted the championships and to show case Carden Park on an international stage.”

Gareth Wright from West Linton Golf Club in Scotland was declared the winner over 72 holes with an impressive result of 17 under par.

Earlier this year Carden was named Best Golf Resort / Hotel in the North of England in the Today’s Golfer Travel Awards 2011, voted for by golfers.

The PGA championship pitches the skills of club professionals from the UK and Ireland against one another in a series of regional qualifiers, culminating in the grand final which, this year, was played at Carden Park.

The event also has added significance because through a points system it decides the Great Britain & Ireland team to play America in the PGA Cup, which is the club pros equivalent of the Ryder Cup. Representing GB&I in the PGA Cup ranks as one of the pinnacles of a club professional’s career - a special week in the life of a club pro where the cream of home pros line up against the very best of America’s.

Down the years, the championship has been played at some of golf’s most famous courses including Royal Birkdale, Turnberry, Royal St David’s, Carnoustie and Prince’s, reflecting the prestige and standing of the tournament.

Situated within a breathtaking country estate, golfers at Carden Park have a wealth of facilities to enjoy including the two stunning championship courses - The Nicklaus Course and the Cheshire Course - and a driving range with 13 covered and eight uncovered bays. The four star hotel boasts 196 luxury bedrooms and suites, award winning restaurants and a sumptuous spa as well as a host of outdoor activities.

For more information call 01829 731525 or go to www.cardenpark.co.uk/golf.

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Pictured above: Glenmuir managing director Colin Mee, presents the trophy to winner Gareth Wright with PGA Captain Eddie Bullock.

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REGIONAL NEWS

Junior Summer Camp held at Pryors Hayes

A week of Hole in One’s at Houghwood!

Local Final Open Qualifying at St Annes Old Links

A successful first Golf Guide Junior Summer Camp was held at Pryors Hayes Golf Club (near Chester) in August during the school holidays where we enjoyed a rare sunny summer’s day and a full day of golf under the expert tuition of golf coach Roger Shutt.

What a week for Houghwood Golf members, Jeff Albin, Roy Cunliffe and Kevin Jones. All three members made a hole in one all in the same week! On Monday Jeff and his playing partners watched with glee as his ball rolled in on the 134 yard 2nd hole. On Wednesday congratulations were in order for Roy as he scored an ace over water to the 162 yard 8th hole. Thursday, the drinks were on Kevin Jones as he nailed a 6 iron straight in the 163 yard 4th.

We had a wonderful day’s golf on Tues 3 July for the 72 competitors playing 36 holes.

The R&A were presented with a golf course in magnificent condition owing to the skills of our Greenkeeping team headed by Course Manager Stuart Hogg. Many people contributed to the success of the event, including our Professional Daniel Webster and his team and all the Club’s staff. The effort of the members who volunteered to be starters, scorers, buggy drivers, marshals, ball spotters etc was the ‘icing on the cake’ and it was very impressive to witness the diligence and enthusiasm of displayed by all concerned.

There was also a large crowd following the competitors and the rain stayed away!

The youngsters worked on a full range of golf skills in the morning from long to short game with various skill tests to pass and after lunch in the marquee headed for the golf course to try to put into practice all the new skills learnt during the morning on the golf course itself.

Thanks to all the children for being an excellent group to work with and congratulations to all the winners with particular congratulations to Tom Shone for winning our younger age group 6 hole competition and Sam Burgin winning our older age group 9 hole competition in the afternoon.

We are already planning other events during future school holidays based on the enthusiastic feedback from the children & parents and so will keep everyone up-dated on forward dates etc.

Houghwood custom dictates that following a hole in one a bottle of whisky is placed on the bar for fellow members to enjoy. Although it is not unusual to see an invitation on the bar to enjoy a complimentary whisky, it is highly unusual for the bottle to be around all week!

Houghwood Golf, Crank, St Helens Telephone: 01744 894754 office@houghwoodgolf.co.uk www.houghwoodgolfclub.co.uk

Pictured below: Office Staff Rebecca Sutcliffe, Anne Williamson, Donald Turner R & A Championship Co-ordinator and Club Secretary Jane Donohoe.

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HOLE BY HOLE GUIDE

Formby Hall Hole by hole guide

venue for the last North West Golf Guide Tour event of 2012 - 4th OctoBer See page 15 for entry details

Hole 1. Par 4. 352 Yards Good opening par 4 to start with avoiding the bunkers of the tee is a must leaving you with a mid iron into a two tiered green, good chance for a solid par to start the round off with.

Hole 4. Par 4. 351 Yards A short par 4 but don’t be fooled danger is easily found here on a hole surrounded by water a fairway wood or long iron for position then a mid iron into the green with a carry of 60 yards over water.

Hole 2. Par 3. 181 Yards A mid iron into a green surrounded by six pot bunkers, keep an eye on the pin placement on this large two tiered green on club selection.

Hole 5. Par 4. 468 Yards A long dog leg left par 4 which is the second hardest hole on the course, water and bunkers are the concern with the tee shot then you are left with a long shot into a raised green, par is a very good score on this hole.

Hole 3. Par 5. 481 Yards A short par 5 with emphasis on the tee shot, with out of bounds all down the right you need to keep the ball in play longer hitters will be tempted to go for this in two shots but this is a risk reward with water and bunkers surrounding the green.

Hole 6. Par 3. 198 Yards Another par 3 surrounded by bunkers this hole usually plays a similar club to the second, plenty of room down the right keeps you away from the water hazard up the left hand side.

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Hole 10. Par 4. 301 Yards A short par 4 fraught with danger, for big hitters there is an opportunity to drive the green but the water tightens the landing area the further you go up the hole a mid iron is the safer option leaving you a similar club into a bowl shaped green.

Hole 11. Par 4. 379 Yards Once again the tee shot being in play is vital on this hole with bunkers either side of the fairway hugging the left side is better as it shortens your approach on this dog leg left hole, a good tee shot leaves you with a tough shot into a green with water on the left and bunkers on the right, once again par is a good start for a run off tough holes ahead.

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Hole 7. Par 5. 508 Yards A long straight par 5 with water down the left again with plenty of room down the right hand side whilst an easy lay up sets you up with a mid to short iron into a tough undulating green.

Hole 8. Par 4. 395 Yards A tight tree lined tee shot on this par 4 leaves a mid iron into a tough green protected by two deep bunkers playing safe into the larger right side of the green is recommended.

Hole 9. Par 4. 375 Yards A good tee shot is a must here as there is water all down the left side off the tee and could get blocked out by trees down the right, bunkers short of the green means a safer shot to the back part of the green is the safer shot.

Hole 12. Par 4. 461 Yards A long dog leg left par 4 again, keeping right is a must as you can be blocked out by the out of bounds and trees down the left handside there isa long approach left which again has the out of bounds down the left and water down the right.

Hole 13. Par 3. 226 Yards A long par 3 with a large green protected by bunkers again, a solid par is a good score on this tough par 3.

Hole 14. Par 5. 585 Yards This hole isn’t called goliath for nothing a long par 5 which is just keeping out of the trees left side is the better side to open up your layup shot leaving you with a mid iron in to a sloping green from back to front, beware of the swirling wind.

Hole 15. Par 4. 455 Yards The hardest hole on the course a tough long hole with a long iron into a green surrounded by water and bunkers, bogey isn’t a bad score on this tough hole.

Hole 16. Par 3. 178 Yards A mid iron into a short par 3 but all over water a good strike is needed to get over, a large green is a good opportunity for a birdie.

Hole 17. Par 4. 400 Yards A large fairway for your tee shot is on offer here then a tough shot into a green with water all down the right hand side.

Hole 18. Par 5. 542 Yards A long par 5 to finish with water all down the right off the tee and for your lay up short of the ditch, water comes in from the left as well for your lay up so a good shot is required for your lay up leaving you with a mid iron into a large green.

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REGIONAL NEWS

Super 66 wins English girls’ title for Emily

Kashiwabara wins Junior Open at Fairhaven

Ellis crowned youngest ever English champion

Lancashire’s Emily Taylor shot a superb sixunder 66 in the final round to win the English girl’s championship at Sandiway, Cheshire.

A field of 123 competitors assembled at Fairhaven to play in the 2012 Junior Open.

68 different countries were represented and played out three rounds of competition before going on to spectate at The Open Championship at Royal Lytham & St Annes.

Harry Ellis is the new English Amateur champion. He won the title, supported by abacus, by beating Henry Tomlinson 2 and 1 in a 36-hole marathon final that lasted ten minutes short of 11 hours after two thunderstorm stoppages.

A total of 68 nations made up the field at this year’s event and Asuka Kashiwabara, a 16-yearold from Miyazaki, Japan, scored a historic win in the 10th Junior Open golf championship at Fairhaven Golf Club, Lytham St Annes.

He is the youngest ever champion at 16 years 11 months and 28 days, beating the previous record set by 18-year-old Nick Faldo when he won at Royal Lytham in 1975.

She finished the event on five-under par, four shots clear of runner-up, fellow girl international Meghan MacLaren, and five ahead of Curtis Cup player Bronte Law. This was Emily’s last attempt at the title before she leaves junior ranks and she said afterwards: “This means everything to me, especially as it’s my last year.

“I set this as my goal at the start of the season and it was something I really wanted. I’ve been second in the past and it was really nice to finish it off.

“England has such a strong U18 section at the moment that to win it in this year is fantastic for me.”

Asuka is only the second girl to win the Junior Open. Her astonishing winning margin of 14 strokes at the end of 54 holes is also a record for the tournament contested by boys and girls, under the age of 16, from around the world.

Asuka broke the women’s course record with a first-round 66 (eight under par) and she followed that with three more subpar rounds of 69 and 71 for grand total, a really grand total of 16 under par 206.

“I’m overwhelmed and exhausted,” said Ellis (image © Tom Ward). “I feel I’m in a dream but the whole week has been superb. I felt like pulling out after playing the Carris Trophy last week because I’ve played so much golf.

“At 16, you don’t expect this sort of thing to happen. You see the likes of Rory McIlroy making the headlines but you don’t expect to add to the history of this event.

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REGIONAL NEWS

Sophie’s U15 victory is a club double

Practice pays off as Hollie claims U13 crown

Lee Westwood Golf School does the triple

Essex golfer Sophie Madden scored a double triumph for her club when she won the English U15 girls’ championship by a shot at Delamere Forest, Cheshire.

Practice paid off for Lancashire’s Hollie Muse when she became the new English U13 girls’ champion at Delamere Forest, Cheshire

The bank holiday weekend was a real success for the Lee Westwood Golf School, Michael Welch (LWGS coach & PGA professional) won the North Region Pro-Am at Crewe Golf Club with an impressive 3 under par 68, Sadie Davies (LWGS residential camper) shot a course record and Tom Johnson (LWGS graduate) won the Lee Westwood Golf School Junior Open!

Sophie is a member at West Essex Golf Club – and last year her friend and club colleague, Gabriella Cowley, won the national title.

The 12-year-old reaped the benefit of repeated practice rounds on the course to beat defending champion, Sammy Fuller of Surrey, by two shots.

“I wanted to follow in Gabby’s footsteps, we are really close friends and from the same club, so it’s great,” said Sophie, after she completed the 72-hole championship with a level par round and a nine-over par total.

Third place went to Worcestershire champion Lucy Walton, who scored a final round 74. Chloe Howard of Devon had the low round of the day with her one-over 73 and moved up into fourth place.

She finished one shot ahead of Alice Hewson of Hertfordshire, while Annabel Bailey of Nottinghamshire was third, followed by halfway leader Eloise Healey of Lancashire.

“I am just happy,” said Hollie, from West Lancashire. “I wanted this more than anything and I have practised all the time and come here for practice rounds.”

Friday 24th August saw the Lee Westwood Golf School (LWGS) host their first Junior Open at the Macdonald Portal Premier Golf Course in Tarporley, Cheshire. The course was in outstanding condition for the tournament, which hosted a field of 75 players from around the country including past and present students of the school and international players who had recently attended the schools residential training camp.

The windy conditions and fast greens meant the golf course would provide a stern test for the young golfers, and fortunately the rain held off until the prize presentation.

The conditions were overcome by many competitors to produce some fantastic scores.

The overall winner was Thomas Johnson (pictured above) who shot an impress 71 (Level Par), he beat Hannan Mahmood on countback. Tom graduated from LWGS earlier this year and now qualifies for the Daily Telegraph Junior Championship finals later this year. The girls section was also fiercely contested with Sadie Davies coming through on top with a winning gross score of 72, (1 under Par) which took both the Junior Girls Gross and Nett (63) Course Records!

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Cheshire Cheshire is a diverse county, marked by its canal networks and its industrial history notably silk in Macclesfield and of course the salt in Northwich. Perhaps the jewel in Cheshire’s crown, however, is the city of Chester. Nicknamed ‘Capital of Style’.

through Chester gives it extra character. Many festivals are held in Chester throughout the year including folk & fringe festivals, literature and racing at the ancient Chester Races. But don’t miss out some of the other market towns like Macclesfield, Congleton and Knutsford, which all have their own unique charm.

radio telescope and Science Centre to the awe inspiring Blue Planet Aquarium.

Chester was originally settled by the Romans in the First century AD and is surrounded by Roman Walls (all walkable) and features a vast Roman Amphitheatre in the centre. Chester’s history is long and rich. The fact that the River Dee runs

Contemporary Cheshire has much to offer the visitor, with designer shopping outlets at Cheshire Oaks, to Chester Zoo, to the famous Jodrell Bank 76m Lovell

Rural Cheshire is today a pleasant and sought after location to live but it offers more than that to the millions of visitors who come every year to appreciate one of the most diverse counties in the United Kingdom where it is h ome to more millionaires than anywhere else in the country. From a golfing perspective, with over 100 courses to choose from, you are spoilt for choice in Cheshire.

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M-6 M-62 19

M-53

Lymm 10

Runcorn

M-56

21 6

22

7

Macclesfield

Northwich 23 12 Winsford

20 18

Congleton

Tarporley

4

Sandbach

1

13 Crewe Nantwich

5

25

3

Malpas

M-6 Whitchurch

1.

Aldersey Green 2. Antrobus 3. Brookfield 4.

Carden Park 5. Crewe 6.

Delamere Forest 7.

Eaton Golf Club 8. Hartford 9.

Hazel Grove 10. High Legh 11. Hooton 12. Knights Grange 13. Malkins Bank

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8

Chester

Wimslow

24 Knutsford

Frodsham

Ellesmere Port

15

14

2 11

9

M-56

Warrington

14. Mere 15. Mobberley 16. Mottram Hall 17. Peover 18. Portal 19. Poulton Park 20. Pryors Hayes 21. Sandiway 22. Upton by Chester 23. Vale Royal 24. Wilmslow Golf Club 25. Wychwood Park

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Aldersey Green Golf Club Aldersey, Nr. Chester CH3 9EH Telephone: 01829 782157 bradburygolf@aol.com

Aldersey Green

1. How to Find From Warrington & Manchester Take the M56 west and follow the signs for Chester. At Junction 15 (Ellesmere Port), join the M53 South to Chester (left hand lane). At Junction 12 (Hoole), the M53 becomes the A483. Take the next exit sign posted for A41 & A51 (Christleton & Huntington), and take the third exit on the roundabout (right) and follow the signs to the A41. After approximately six miles, Aldersey Green Golf Course is sign posted on the right hand side.

Set in 200 acres of Cheshire countryside, Aldersey Green Golf Club has a golf course that is envied by many but rivalled by few in terms of sheer enjoyment to play.

Many of the fairways are tree-lined and narrow making accuracy from the tee absolutely pivotal to scoring well. The course is also home to 14 lakes so be warned that any stray shots can, and on many occasions will be punished. Packing a few extra balls in your bag might be a good idea!

The course is superbly laid out and offers some fine panoramic views. Why not

enjoy them after your round by relaxing in the fine clubhouse, the perfect place for some post-match unwinding.

Signature Holes: 3rd. Recently voted 2nd hardest par 3 in the country by top golf magazine. The Green has a lake at the back a bunker guards the right front corner, water to the left side, and two lateral water hazards run up both sides of the hole. A challenge for any golfer. The 15th Hole is a beautiful par 4 slight dog leg right, and features an original bomb crater. The raised green is protected by a stream / pond at the front and a steep wall of sleepers.

Facilities Pro Shop, Putting Green, Trolley Hire, Changing Rooms, Club Repair & Custom fitting, Bar & Restaurant, Buggies now available

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6145 • 5983 (70) • 5541 (73) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Twilight Special Offer Any Day After 3 pm Weekends Included

Only £10 per player Tel: 01829 782157

Par

4 3 3 4 5 4 4 4 5

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

413 161 217 351 510 290 341 372 484

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 3 5 3 4 4 3 4 4

273 189 551 216 397 318 167 379 354

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Antrobus Golf Club Foggs Lane, Antrobus Cheshire, CW9 6JQ Telephone: 01925 730890/730900 antrobusgolfclub@gmail.com www.antrobusgolfclub.co.uk

2. How to Find Easily accessible from Manchester, Liverpool, Chester, Birmingham and of course Northwich and Warrington.

Antrobus

The club is located only 2 miles from Junction 10 of the M56, and near to the M6 motorway.

Follow A559 towards Northwich.

Turn left 500 yds after the ‘Birch and Bottle’ Pub. 100 yds on take first immediate left (Foggs Lane), the club is signposted.

As you enjoy this course, imagine the landscape as it was in 1992 before the course was built – 100 acres of open farmland with just a few mature trees along its boundries for shelter. Now after the addition of 1000’s more trees plus lakes and other water hazards the result is a versatile and challenging Par 71 Course of 6220 Yards from the back tees, which enjoys maturity beyond its years. The fact that it is one of the new gems of the Cheshire Countryside, the course appeals to many players from around the country.

Facilities Driving range, Putting green, Golf Lessons, Buggies, Clubhouse, Restaurant

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6120 • 5854 • 5225 (72) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

5 3 4 3 5 4 4 3 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

478 166 362 207 510 401 388 124 319

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 3 4 4 3 5 5 4 4

370 166 357 420 195 466 482 374 335

Located in the heart of the Cheshire Countryside between Northwich and Warrington with

easy access from the M56 at junction 10, this superbly laid out 18 hole course is suited for its now 500 members, visiting golf societies and corporate golf day’s, having excellent clubhouse facilities complementing this most relaxing and enjoyable golfers paradise.

Course Guide: There is little doubt... Antrobus is a challenge! The course has been cleverly designed and built around existing natural features, with both the plentiful water hazards and wooded areas. Off the back tees even the better golfers will feel the pressure, with narrow fairways and well protected greens. Antrobus certainly requires more in your bag than a big driver.

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Brookfield Golf Club Hankelow, Audlem, Nr Nantwich Cheshire, CW3 0JE Telephone: 01270 812991 info@brookfieldgolfclub.co.uk www.brookfieldgolfclub.co.uk

3. How to Find

Brookfield

From M6, exit at Junction 16: At the roundabout, take the exit onto A500 heading to Crewe/A5020/Nantwich/ Chester/A51/Weston. At A525, take the 1st exit onto A531. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit. Turn left onto Cobb’s Ln. Turn right onto Wrinehill Rd. Turn left onto Main Rd/B5071. Continue to follow B5071.Slight right onto Wybunbury Ln/B5071. Turn right onto London Rd/ A51. Take the 1st left onto Crewe Rd/ B5071. Turn left to stay on Crewe Rd/ B5071. Slight left onto Audlem Rd/ A529. Turn right onto The Nook.

The 18 hole 6,128 yard par 70 course first opened in 2002. Built in one hundred and twenty seven acres of Cheshires Finest countryside, the course is fast maturing to become one of Cheshire’s premier golf venues and features all the elements needed for a player’s maximum enjoyment.

The course with tees and greens of USGA standard offers a real challenge to golfers of all levels. Brookfield has been honored by hosting a number of Cheshire County events and in 2004 was the venue for the Tamsel Professional Tour.

The Clubhouse has a function room which can seat 120 guests, in addition there is also a spacious lounge, and the premises is licensed to perform civil marriage ceremonies.

Catering is of the highest standard with our resident chef available to satisfy all culinary tastes and requirements.

Signature Hole The Ninth hole at Brookfield Golf Club is regarded by many as our feature hole. It is one of six challenging par 3s, measuring 195 yards off the yellow tees and 205 yards from the competition tees, all of which is carry over a large lake.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, 16 Bay Floodlit Range, Golf Academy, Club Hire, Trolley Hire, Lessons, Pro Shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 70 • 6128 • 5825 • 5154 H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 366

10

5

474

2

5 450

11

4

434

3

4 392

12

3

161

4

3 192

13

4

374

5

4 329

14

3

174

6

3 205

15

4

366

7

4 330

16

3

168

8

5 594

17

4

431

9

3 206

18

5

482

Why not be a part of Brookfield Golf Club in its 10th Anniversary Year whether it be as a member, or visitor to this vibrant club.

Membership still available Societies always made very welcome Open events For further details please contact Robert Ashbrook on 01270812991 www.brookfieldgolfclub.co.uk

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Crewe Golf Club Fields Road, Haslington, Crewe Cheshire CW1 5TB Telephone: 01270 584099 secretary@crewegolfclub.co.uk www.crewegolfclub.co.uk

5. How to Find

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Extensive Practice Ground, Putting Green, Chipping Green, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop

18 holes, Par 71 • 6469 • 6220 • 5513 (72)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 4 4 4 3 4 4 3 4

One of the most attractive elements of the Golf Course is that, although Haslington is close by and Crewe itself only some two miles distant, there are open vistas in every direction, with scarcely a building to be seen.

The course is 18 holes occupying some 150 acres of rolling Cheshire countryside. From the men’s white tees it measures 6469 yards with a par and standard scratch of 71, consisting of 2 par 5s, 3 par 3s and 13 par 4s.

Course Information

H ole

CREWE

From North, M6 Junction 17 Turn right onto the A534 over the motorway bridge, follow this road through traffic lights and turn left at roundabout. Follow A534 to the next roundabout and turn left for Haslington. In 1.5 miles at the centre of the village left turn into Waterloo Road opposite the Broughton Arms, follow this road straight through into the visitors car park.

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

305 422 421 329 148 363 317 145 371

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 4 4 5 3 4 5 4 4

410 382 284 483 174 322 540 393 414

Each hole has its individual characteristics. The fairways are for the most part generous, but in some instances tight and tree-lined with

tall oaks often providing a difficult obstacle for the wayward drive. A number of holes are strategically designed to provide a testing second shot over or round a pond. The greens are well bunkered, some are particularly narrow and should not be missed on the wrong side.

A “halfway house” by the 11th tee is used to provide light refreshments on selected competition days and weekends.

Hole 8, Par 3, 159 yards. Great short hole!

Nothing but accurate medium/short iron does on this tricky par three with bunkers right and significant drop on other three sides of green.

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Carden Park Hotel Golf Resort & Spa Nr Chester, Cheshire CH3 9DQ Telephone: 01829 731 000 reservations.carden@devere-hotels.com www.cardenpark.co.uk

Facilities

Carden Park

Jacks Bar serving a variety of snacks and hearty meals; Golf Shop, Saunas in the golf changing rooms, Clubs & trolley hire; Secure bag storage, Halfway houses on both courses, 13 bay covered driving range, Fleet of 60 GPS buggies, Golf lessons, Ropes course, Outdoor activities, 196 bedrooms, Choice of Restaurants including Private dining, 13 spa treatment rooms, Free Car Parking

Set in 1000 acres of stunning Cheshire Countryside, Carden Park is the ideal location to enjoy a round of golf. The two Championship Courses offer two very different but equally challenging experiences.

The Cheshire Course is reminiscent of the finest British parkland courses; set to the rear of the Carden Park Estate it offers stunning panoramic views across the Cheshire countryside to the mountains of Wales.

A wealth of natural hazards makes this a highly technical course and will test your skills throughout. Building to a dramatic and

scenic finish, with tough 16th and 17th holes followed by the 18th tee atop sandstone cliffs overlooking the resort and Welsh hills. It certainly ensures a round of golf to remember. An average fourball can expect to complete the Cheshire Course in 4 hours.

Signature Hole: The testing 351 yard par 4, 18th may only have a stroke index of 14 but don’t let this fool you. The elevated tee will take your breath away with the spectacular scenery across the Welsh Hills. Driver could get you in trouble.

The perfect tee shot would be a 3 wood or long iron to land short left which in return would leave an approach shot into a generous green.

Cheshire Course 18 holes, Par 72 • 6824 • 6653 • 6348 • 5646 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

3 5 4 4 4 5 4 3 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

155 542 365 338 389 524 374 206 432

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 5 4 4 5 3 4 3 4

340 555 359 342 425 126 381 181 314

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Carden Park is easy to find from the M6. From the South, join the M54 at Junction 10A, then onto the A41 towards Chester. From the North, leave the M6 at Junction 20A and follow the M56 and M53 to the A41 for Whitchurch. At Broxton turn towards Wrexham on the A534 - the hotel is 1.5 miles along on the left.

Carden Park

Sat Nav Coordinates Lat: 53.074. Long: -2.8076 or enter the village name “Broxton”

The Nicklaus Course was designed by Jack Nicklaus and his son Steve, it is a rewarding challenge, with several ‘double option’ holes such as the 7th and 15th which offer a choice of dual option fairways from which to approach the green. The Nicklaus course offers a scenic yet strategic test of golf where position more then length is crucial.

Nicklaus Course 18 holes, Par 72 • 7045 • 6628 • 6302 • 5906 • 5211 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 4 3 5 4 4 4 3 5

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

383 285 138 479 373 305 358 120 515

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 4 3 5 4 4 3 4 5

369 387 177 501 287 341 115 317 456

As Jack said it certainly is “a thinking man’s golf course”. The half way house on the Nicklaus is passed twice so you will never be short of a snack or drink. An average fourball can expect to complete the Nicklaus Course in around 4 hours.

The testing 378 yard par 4 dog-leg on the 17th demands the utmost accuracy. This hole was chosen as the Nicklaus Signature hole for the challenge and the views it provides from the drive through the estate and from the hotel.

Signature Hole: When major championships are played on the Nicklaus course the 17th hole provides the back drop for a fantastic grand stand finish. The back tee demands a great drive, you need to stay high to the right hand side of the fairway which would reward you with an approach shot over the lake to the elongated green. Be careful not to be short or this could cost you dearly.

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Delamere Forest Golf Club Ltd Station Road Delamere, CW8 2JE Telephone: 01606 883800 sec@delameregolf.co.uk www.delameregolf.co.uk

Delamere Forest

6. How to Find From M6 Junction 19 take the A556 and head in the direction of Chester and after approximately 15 miles look for J & S Accessories. Take the next right turn at the Abbey Arms Public House. DFGC is about a mile on the right hand side of the road (opposite the entrance to Delamere Forest and the Station).

Designed by W H Fowler, Delamere Forest was founded in 1910, reputedly in a hunting field. The early list of members reads like an extract from the Cheshire Hunt register. It was the venue for the first Cheshire County Championship in 1921, an event held at the club on a further seven occasions, most recently in 2004. In 1967, Delamere forest was one of the two qualifying courses for the Open Championship when it was held at Hoylake.

At that time Maurice Bembridge posted the professional course record of 63, which stands to this day. Despite the word ‘forest’ in its title, Delamere is a natural heath land course.

Certainly trees are part of the strategy on

several holes, but in general Delamere Forest provides a glorious backdrop to the panoramic views from the higher parts of the course.

The course provides a good but fair test for golfers of all abilities, combining challenging par 4s and 5s with strong par 3s where reaching the traditionally fast and sloping greens is only part of the enjoyment. Being constructed on a sandy base excellent drainage helps to ensure that golfers enjoy normal tees and greens throughout the year. Fowler’s design has ensured that each hole is both picturesque and thought provoking, making a visit to Delamere a memorable occasion for all the right reasons.

Casual Golfers, Societies & Groups - All Welcome.

Sample our excellent course and facilities.

Facilities Driving range, Putting green, Golf Lessons, Buggies, Clubhouse, Restaurant

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6348 • 6101 • 5524 H ole

Par

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

1

4 420

10

4

323

2

5 428

11

5

492

3

4 399

12

3

145

4

3 206

13

4

302

5

4 424

14

4

364

6

3 131

15

4

295

7

5 438

16

3

188

8

4 411

17

4

356

9

4 321

18

5

458

Please book with the Professional, Martin Brown on 01606 883800.

Email: delamerepro@btconnect.com

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Eaton Golf Club Guy Lane, Waverton, Chester Cheshire, CH3 7PH Tel.: 01244 335885 Fax: 01244 335782 info@eatongolfclub.co.uk www.eatongolfclub.co.uk

Eaton GOLF CLUB

7. How to Find Golf course is three miles south east of Chester off A41, from Chester, take the A51/The Bars, turn right at A51/ Challinor Street, turn left at A5115/ Christleton Road. At roundabout take 2nd exit onto A41/Whitchurch Road, turn left at Eggbridge Lane, continue onto Guy Lane, course on the right.

Easy access from M56 & M53.

Designed by Donald Steele, the celebrated golf architect, as an enjoyable challenge for players of all abilities. Located some 4 miles from the historic city of Chester with views of Cheshire and North Wales, Eaton Golf Club offers a wide range of high quality facilities for members and the many visitors who take part in open tournaments, society events and charity days.

Facilities Driving Range, Putting Green, Golf Lessons, Buggies, Clubhouse, Restaurant

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6714 • 6580 • 6414 • 5642 (73) H ole

Par

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

1

4 357

10

4

386

2

4 370

11

3

170

3

4 414

12

4

340

4

3 166

13

4

342

5

5 488

14

5

518

6

3 178

15

4

379

7

4 322

16

5

503

8

5 476

17

3

145

9

4 429

18

4

431

At Eaton we are very proud of our golf course which is often praised for its immaculate presentation and the challenge of its contoured greens built to USGA standards, which are fast, firm, and true. Beautifully situated beside the Shropshire Union Canal, it features a

wealth of mature oaks, a picturesque brook and several ponds and copses, all of which add to the golfing challenge and provide rich habitats for wildlife in abundance.

12th. This hole is a gem. Played properly it is relatively easy, make the slightest mistake and you may wreck your card. Longer hitters may take a fairway wood or even a long iron for the tee shot. Hit it as close to the right hand bunker as you dare, to leave a simple pitch across a large ditch to the steeply sloping green facing you.

The green is protected on each side by mature Oaks, so drive on the left and you will face a tough decision - take on the trees, or lay up?

COME AND TRY EATON you won’t be disappointed.

Join from 1st October and pay £150 until the end of the year. If you take up membership from 1 January 2013, the £150 will be deducted from the 2013 subscription.

Further details are available in the ‘How to Join’ section on our website: www.eatongolfclub.co.uk

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Hartford Golf Club Burrows Hill, Hartford, Northwich Cheshire, CW8 3AP Telephone: 01606 871162 info@hartfordgolf.co.uk www.hartfordgolf.co.uk

8. How to Find

Hartford

Easily accessible from Manchester, Liverpool, Chester, Birmingham and of course Northwich and Warrington.

M56 take Jnc 10 A49 Whitchurch, for approx 4 miles, turn right on to A533 for 5 miles over Winnington Bridge, turn right at Golf Club sign by garden center. Approx one mile on the left.

Hartford Golf Club offers an inviting layout for all levels of golfers. You will find plush flat tee boxes and smooth quick greens. Tight lush fairways lined with ponds and trees challenge the low handicapper but at the same time play fairly for the high handicapper. Hartford is a golf course where you are treated like an old friend, it is a golf course where we have not forgotten that golf is a game that should be played for fun and enjoyment.

Hartford also boasts a 26 bay floodlit Driving Range, a teaching facility, a large Pro-Shop staffed by PGA Professionals offering a wide variety of top golf apparel and equipment.

The amenities along with the full service clubhouse add up to a first class experience at Hartford for golfers of all levels of play.

Signature Holes: Many people ask what the signature hole is at Hartford – the answer is all nine, but perhaps the favourite for many is the 187 yard 7th hole. It has been written about the 7th as “this hole would not look out of place on any championship golf course”.

It has also been likened to Augusta’s sixth hole, there is a 50 metre elevation drop from tee to green through woodland down to a green guarded by bunkers and water left and right; it is a pleasure to play this hole.

Facilities Driving Range, Clubhouse, Putting Green, bar, catering, function rooms

Course Information 9 holes, Par 35 • 2770 • 2602 • 2309 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

5 3 5 4 3 4 3 4 4

Yards

466 158 488 246 125 247 172 340 353

State of the Art Fitting & Teaching Studio • Fully equipped with the latest technology

• Guaranteed to get the right clubs for you

• Hit Balls onto the Range not into a net

• MOT your existing clubs

• Launch Monitor for Technical Data

• Heated Spacious Private Suite

• Top Quality Balls

• Individual Advice from our Expert staff

• Video Performance Analysis

• Private hire available

Special Opening Offer: Book a Fitting for just £20.00 Includes £20.00 HGC shop voucher. Bring this coupon when you visit.

Call 01606 871162 to book or email info@hartfordgolf.co.uk

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Hazel Grove Golf Club, The Club House, Hazel Grove, Stockport, SK7 6LU Telephone: 0161 483 7272 professional@hazelgrovegolfclub.com www.hazelgrovegolfclub.com

9. How to Find

Facilities Lounge Bar, Spikes Bar, Restaurant, Snooker Table, Practice Area and Putting Green, Trolleys, Buggies, Lessons, Video Analysis, Pro-shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6234 • 5933 • 5249 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 3 5 4 3 4 5 4 3

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

351 164 524 376 161 377 480 332 176

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

5 3 5 3 4 4 4 4 4

514 162 481 203 371 262 324 309 366

HAZEL GROVE

From the M60, Stockport Junction 27 follow signs for A6 Buxton, 5 miles south of Stockport town centre, on the A6 is Hazel Grove. Where the road splits at the famous Rising Sun Pub, keep left towards Buxton and 300 yards on the left hand side you will see the entrance for HGGC.

With 2013 Centenary planning well on its way, the beautiful and well-appointed Alister MacKenzie parkland course at Hazel Grove Golf Club in Cheshire is a visitors dream. It is characterised by several natural water hazards. Add to these the planting of a further 6,500 trees to supplement the existing ones and you can understand why careful course management is required by golfers of all levels.

arguably the eleventh, both for its degree of difficulty and picturesque layout.

On the course, with true USGA specification greens HGGC is privileged to offer its members and visitors year round golf on full greens.

The par 5 third ranks amongst the best in Cheshire, while the best of the par 3’s is

The 15th, dominated by a large sweeping lake, which runs along the left edge of the fairway, across the front and left of the green, must take the signature honour. At 280 yards, this par 4 represents the ultimate risk or reward hole.

Equally, the eighteenth finishing hole with its MacKenzie tiered green and backdrop of the chalet-style clubhouse ranks with the best on the course where you can eat, drink and sit with friends and partners musing over what might have been.

Society Golf in Cheshire just doesn’t get any better than this!

• Limited number of memberships in all categories available now no joining fee.

Dr. Alister MacKenzie designed course, no temporary greens, a challenging parkland course with water.

• Large function room available for weddings, parties and conferences.

EARLY BIRDIE SOCIETY OFFERS!

3 ball for £75 Four of you?

Please call anyway.

This is a Mid week offer and subject to availability, cannot be done as a block booking, one tee time only.

2012 Corporate & Large Society Golf Days Green Fees just £1,000 (60-80 players) 2012 Full Day Society Packages from just £40pp To book ring the Pro Shop (option 1):

0161 483 7272

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High Legh Park Golf Club Mere & High Legh Warrington Road, Knutsford Cheshire, WA16 0WAP Telephone: 01565 830 888 info@highleghpark.com www.highleghpark.com

High Legh Park

10. How to Find From the North: Leave M56 at junction 7, onto A556 Chester Road. At roundabout take 2nd exit onto A56/Lymm Road, turn left at B5159/High Legh Road, turn left onto A50/Warrington Road. Course is on your left after ½ mile.

From the South: Exit M6 at junction 19, at the roundabout take the 3rd exit onto A556/Chester Road. Slight left at A50 towards Lymm/Warrington, course is 2 miles on your right.

There are few more glorious natural settings in Cheshire than this stretch of parkland surrounded by woodland of pine, oak and birch; the vibrant rhododendrons adding a splash of colour. The great architects Mark James and Steve Marnoch took full advantage of these many attributes when they created High Legh Park. Fairways turn both ways and there is a wonderful flow and variety to the course, with different length par-3s, par-4s and par-5s. It is a design that will stand the test of time.

The greens have been constructed to the highest standard using USGA Green Specifications. The layered construction of each green ensures

optimum drainage and minimises damage to the greens. This helps High Legh to keep the course open all year round without the need for temporary greens. The greenkeeping staff take great pride in ensuring that the greens are kept up to their high standards all year round.

3rd. “The Belfry” is a challenging par 4 with water hazards comprising of two ponds between the tee and the green. The green can be approached either over the ponds for the big hitters or using the dog leg fairway. 16th. “Marl Pit’s”. A long par 4 with a difficult right turn half way down the fairway. The biggest of hitters may be able to cut the corner and clear the lake.

Facilities 2 Practice Putting Greens, Approach Play Green with 40yd fairway, Short game green with bunkers, 300yds x 200yds practice ground, Members practice area Irons only 200yds x 200yds, Complementary ball facility for members, Buggies, trolleys, pro shop, Restaurant, Conference rooms

Course Information 18 holes · Par 70 • 6406 • 5785 • 5557 • 5321

“Walk in the footsteps of champions” Come and experience Cheshire’s greatest golfing transformation.

For all your golfing enquiries call Sam on 01565 830888 or for more information visit: www.highleghpark.com

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Hooton Golf Club Chester Road, Childer Thornton South Wirral, CH66 1QF Telephone: 0151 339 7689 golf@brioleisure.org www.brioleisure.org

11. How to Find

Hooton Golf Club is regarded as one of the finest municipal courses within the Cheshire area, with 18 holes to test any golfer.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Trolleys, Buggies, Indoor Teaching Room, Club Hire, Lessons, Well-stocked Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6296 • 5969 • 5474 (73) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 5 4 4 3 3 4 4 5

HOOTON

From M53: Follow M53 toward Ellesmere Port/Birkenhead. At junction 5, take the A41 exit to Birkenhead/ Queensferry. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto New Chester Rd/A41. Continue to follow A41

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

409 475 372 311 178 158 259 393 498

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 5 3 4 3 4 4 3 5

355 490 178 283 176 368 417 173 476

The course is naturally free draining, which allows it to remain open all year round, and boasts tricky fairways, well guarded greens and a wealth of natural hazards which will punish any stray shots! The closing 4 holes are a great test of ability whether you are a beginner or an experienced golfer. It is here where you will find Hooton Golf Clubs signature hole, the 17th - a par 3 measuring 189 yards. With thick surrounding woodland and a ditch running across the length of the

green, you will understand why it is one of the most talked about par 3’s in the area.

If you’re new to the game or you simply want to improve your swing and stroke play, our Golf Professionals are available for private tuition using ‘Swing Analysis Technology’ with instant playback. We also have a gym and squash court available to help improve your all round fitness levels.

The Hooton Suite has great views out on to the 18th green with a fully licensed bar and a great menu. The function suite is also available for private functions, meetings and conferences.

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Knights Grange Sports Complex Grange Lane, Winsford Cheshire, CW7 2PT Telephone: 01606 552780 golf@brioleisure.org www.brioleisure.org

Knights Grange

12. How to Find From M6: At junction 18, take the A54 exit to Northwich//Holmes Chapel. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Holmes Chapel Rd/A54. Continue to follow A54. Turn right onto Newton Bank/A54. Continue to follow A54.

Go through 3 roundabouts. Turn right onto Grange Lane and continue on this road until it comes to Knights Grange Golf Course at the end.

Knights Grange Golf Course is set in the middle of the beautiful Cheshire countryside and sets an exciting challenge for golfers of all abilities.

The front 9 holes opened in the early 80s and provide a gentle introduction to the course.

Although mainly flat, strategically placed bunkers, trees, ditches and rough, along with tight fairways and well-guarded greens provide a good challenge for all golfers. The 7th and 8th holes are lined with thick woodland on the right hand side – unforgiving of wayward drives!

The back 9 is where the course really opens up providing ample opportunities for long drives and approach shots, all while taking in

breathtaking views! This part of the course offers a much tougher challenge. Elevated sections coupled with well thought out ditches and bunker placements and water hazards provide a true golfing test. Our signature hole is at the highest point of the back nine the 14th tee. This has panoramic views as far as the eye can see and is sure to help golfers steel themselves for the challenging finish.

There is a fully licensed bar with provision for catering, perfect for private hire functions and corporate events. With staff providing a warm and friendly welcome and doing everything they can to ensure you have the best day possible!

Facilities Bar, Putting Green, Trolleys, Club Hire, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes Par 66 • 5921 (70) • 5270 • 5137 (70) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

3 4 3 5 4 3 4 4 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

154 357 189 461 341 167 380 431 365

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

3 4 3 4 4 3 4 4 3

133 327 158 404 382 226 303 328 164

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Malkins Bank Golf Course Betchton Road, Malkins bank, Sandbach Cheshire CW11 4XN Telephone: 01270 765 931 proshop@malkinsbankgolfclub.co.uk www.malkinsbankgolfclub.co.uk

13. How to Find

Designed by the world famous Hawtree Limited, renowned golf course architects since 1912, Malkins Bank opened in 1976.

It has matured into a great test of golf with tree lined fairways and undulating features bordering the Trent & Mersey Canal. A small river flows through the entire golf course.

The layout of the course is such that it will offer a challenge to all levels of golfer.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Club Hire, Trolley & Buggy Hire, Lessons, Pro Shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 70 • 6005 • 5632 • 5380 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

3 4 4 4 3 4 4 4 4

MALKINS BANK

From M6: Exit at junction 17, take the A534 exit to Congleton/Sandbach.

Turn onto Old Mill Rd/A534 (towards Sandbach). Take the 1st left onto The Hill/A533. Take the 1st right onto Hassall Rd. Continue onto Betchton Rd. Course will be on the right

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

166 352 388 372 137 373 364 371 377

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 5 3 4 3 4 5 4 4

361 518 159 329 191 343 498 344 366

Malkins Bank Golf Course is situated between the historic market town of Sandbach and the lively village of Alsager, just north of the Cheshire and Staffordshire border, and just two miles from junction 17 off the M6.

Society’s and visitors are all offered a warm welcome and tend to make a day of the visit, enjoying the hospitality in the new clubhouse for breakfast, lunch, evening meal or all three!

Signature Hole: 5th, 137 yards, par 3 A very pretty short par three, which requires a short iron to a green which is guarded by a large tree in front, this doesn’t come into play for any well struck shots, there is no safe place on this hole apart from the green, trouble left, right, long and short, this is also one of the toughest greens on the course, it is very undulating and has some severe slopes and 3 putts here are very common. Take par and walk on.

Gala Golf Week with Competitions and Full Tuition Programme Sunday October 14th - Thursday October 18th This is a fun few days and will be hosted by our Director of Golf and PGA Professional Tony Minshall, the week will consist of a variety of tuition with full Video Analysis and have the presence of 3 full PGA Professionals and Malkins Bank Apprentice Assistants, there will be entertainment each night with delicious food daily, the few days are open to all categories of golfers including beginners and both Ladies, Gents and Juniors the price is £317.50 based on two sharing a twin room single supplement available on request.

Telephone 01270 765931 or email proshop@malkinsbankgolfclub.co.uk Or visit our website: wwwmalkinsbankgolfclub.co.uk for full details.

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The Mere Golf Resort and Spa Chester Road, Mere, Knutsford Cheshire, WA16 6LJ Telephone: 01565 830 155 play@the-mere.co.uk www.the-mere.co.uk

14. How to Find

THE Mere

From the South M6 – junction 19. Take the A556 (right) towards Altrincham and Manchester Airport. Less than one mile on the right hand side is the entrance to club.

From Manchester (M62/M56) M56 – Junction 7. Take the A556 filter lane following Tatton Park signs.

After approx. 1 mile, at the first set of traffic lights continue across. At the next set of lights after approx. ¾ mile, turn sharp left into club entrance.

Designed by James Braid, Mere is as famous for its beauty as it is for the challenges it presents. It would be hard to find a more picturesque course than Mere, with its parkland setting alongside the beautiful lake which gives the course its name.

Mere offers cleverly sited hazards and some of the best greens in Britain. The 6,887 yard, par 71 course was created out of 150 acres of Cheshire parkland in 1934. Mature trees, rhododendron bushes and the lake add considerable charm to a day’s golf but they are also there to test you! Water, ravines and thick vegetation have been incorporated

into the layout so that care and accuracy are demanded on many holes. Sky Sports commentator Steve Beddoes has described Mere as ‘The Wentworth of the North’.

The last four holes are particularly memorable.

The 15th is a tough par 4 from the first stroke - a dogleg left from a raised tee with a carry of more than 215 yards over a stream. Three times open winner Henry Cotton named the par 4 16th hole as one of his favourites. The short par 4 17th has been described as a card-wrecker. The par 5 18th requires a straight tee shot from a raised tee to the top of a hill. A particular favourite with Colin Montgomerie on his recent visit.

Facilities Floating Golf Ball Driving Range, Putting Green, Chipping Green, Golf Tuition, Buggies, Clubhouse, Restaurant, Member’s Leisure Club

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6887 • 6330 • 5680

The Open Championship Regional Qualifying Course 2009 - 2013

The Open Championship Regional Qualifying Monday 25th June 2012

the experience 01565 830155 play@the-mere.co.uk · www.the-mere.co.uk

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Mobberley Golf Club Burleyhurst Lane, Mobberley Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 7JZ Telephone: 01565 880188 enquiries@mobgolfclub.co.uk www.mobgolfclub.co.uk

15. How to Find

Mobberley

From M56.

Exit M56 at junction 6 (Wilmslow/ Hale/A538). Turn left at Wilmslow Road/A538. Turn right at Morley Green Road, Turn right at Mobberley Road. Continue onto Burleyhurst Lane. Golf club is on your right.

Mobberley Golf Club is deliberately called the ‘Friendly Golf Venue’. We cater for all level of golfers, from raw beginners to seasoned players, apart from the club competitions we have social golf roll ups on most days and all are welcome, including non members.

Our membership has gone up threefold in under two years and we have obtained planning permission for 18 holes, a much enlarged clubhouse a driving range and a 6 hole academy course. The old “farmer’s field with 9 flags” as Mobberley was unkindly known is now a thing of the past. The course condition in particular the greens and fairways are as good as you will

find anywhere, not only when we have a big event, but on a day to day basis as we believe in value for money, and at our membership and green fee rates you’ll find it certainly is that.

Why not come down to Mobberley and see for yourself why we are gaining a reputation as the most improved course in Cheshire.

Due to this huge improvement, on 21st and 22nd May, we will again be the host venue to the 2012 Bathgate Northern Open, where you can come and watch some of the North of England’s top Pro’s in action. Entry is free for spectators, please call the Golf Club for more details.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Trolleys, Buggies, Practice Ground, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 9 holes, Par 34 • 2783 • 2622 (36) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

5 4 3 4 4 3 4 4 3

Yards

599 360 118 422 252 153 292 414 173

Twilight Special Mon - Fri (after 4pm) 9 holes and buggy (two ball) £25 Sat - Sun (after 3pm) 9 holes and two buggies (fourball) £45 Telephone: 01565 880188 enquiries@mobgolfclub.co.uk www.mobgolfclub.co.uk

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Mottram Hall Wilmslow Road Mottram St Andrew Cheshire, SK10 4QT Telephone: 01625 822 151 mhgolf@devere-hotels.com www.devere.co.uk

16. How to Find

Mottram Hall Championship course was designed by Dave Thomas, who previously designed the Brabazon course at the Belfry. It is a challenging 7006 yard par 72, perfect for a weekend golf break or a golf society outing. Set in 270 acres of Magnificent Cheshire parkland, fairways dotted with oak and beech trees. Tricky, well-guarded greens. This is golf at its best.

Facilities Hotel & Spa, Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Driving Range, Buggies, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop, Function/Meeting Rooms

Course Information 18 holes Par 72 • 7006 • 6675 • 5929 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

5 4 3 4 4 4 3 4 5

Mottram Hall

From M56, exit junction 6 towards Wilmslow/Macclesfield. Turn left at A538/Wilmslow Rd. Turn left at A538/ Alderley Rd. At roundabout take 3rd exit onto A538 and next roundabout take 2nd exit onto A34/Handforth Bypass. At A538 take the 1st exit onto A538/Prestbury. Mottram Hall is on your left after 2 miles.

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

485 364 158 377 414 347 190 376 490

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

5 3 4 4 4 4 3 4 5

545 193 405 453 361 343 209 445 520

The Championship is a course of 2 loops; The front 9 are played on relatively flat meadowland, with generous fairways giving you the chance to pull the driver out of the bag without too many worries.

The back 9 is tougher and makes you think on every tee. The holes are more densely wooded with undulating fairways and carpet like greens. The Clubhouse has an impressive brasserie type bar area with sunny terraces that overlook the course.

Signature Holes: 13th, Par 4. S.I. 1 hole, and an absolute brute. Only the very longest hitters will reach this hole in 2, with a right to left fairway that goes uphill and downhill, before having a sharp incline to the large undulating green. 17th. Another long par 4 that doglegs left to right round heavy woodland on either side of the fairway.

WINTER SOCIETY GOLF PACKAGES: Package 1: Coffee, tea & bacon rolls on arrival and 18 holes of golf from £25.00 pp Package 2: Coffee, tea & bacon rolls on arrival, 18 holes of golf and a one course meal from £35.00 pp Package 3: A bucket of 50 range balls each upon arrival, Coffee, tea and bacon rolls, 18 holes and a two course meal from £42.50 pp T&C’s: Minimum number of 12, subject to availability, 25% deposit required to secure the event and pre payment required 7 days before the event.

Valid between Oct 1st 2012 - March 31st 2013

Winter Open Events from £40.00 per pair: • Winter Open Events running from October - March • Pairs format, 4 ball better ball, 3/4 handicap (Max 24) • Tee times 8.30 am 11.30 am • Prizes for top 3 places, longest drive and nearest pin. Dates for Winter Open Events: • Friday 26th October • Thursday 29th November • Saturday 22nd December (Turkey Trot) • Monday 21st January • Wednesday 13th February • Friday 22nd March T&C’s: Full prepayment required before arrival. Subject to availabilityt. Entry date closes 1 week before event

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Peover Golf Club Plumley Moor Road Lower Peover, Near Knutsford Cheshire, WA16 9SE Telephone: 01565 723337 mail@peovergolfclub.co.uk www.peovergolfclub.co.uk

17. How to Find

Peover

From M6 junction 19, exit onto the A556/Chester Road towards Northwich/Chester. At The Smoker traffic lights turn left onto Plumley Moor Road. Golf course is after 2 miles on the right.

Peover Golf Club is a challenging parkland course, covering 165 acres of varied terrain, and is considered one of the country’s sternest tests for any golfer. The course is situated in picturesque surroundings where the course and its fairways make the most of their natural features without exploiting them.

The ponds and the Peover Eye River that runs through the course are havens for wildlife, but attractive as they are, they have no respect for the wayward drive or that misplaced approach shot.

There is an excellent mix of holes varying in design and character with many doglegs

and water hazards including the Peover Eye River which three of the fairways cross. The undulating landscape has been enhanced with thousands of new trees which, with the existing mature trees and woodland, give aesthetic appeal as well as privacy, safety and space between holes.

Signature Holes: Hole 10, Par 4. The feature hole. A drive between 2 sycamores will run down an undulating fairway. Although the river protects the left hand side, the green is generally unprotected. Hole 14, Par 5.

Only the brave will take on the Peover Eye, leaving the green reachable in two.

Facilities Putting green, Golf Lessons, Buggies, Clubhouse, Restaurant

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6702 • 6339 • 5640 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

www.peovergolfclub.co.uk Offers updated every 2 weeks

Par

4 4 4 3 5 5 4 4 3

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

375 289 348 230 506 558 362 320 176

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 4 3 5 5 3 4 4 4

420 423 168 491 497 144 381 381 270

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Poulton Park Golf Club Crab Lane, Cinnamon Brow Warrington, Cheshire, WA2 0SH Tel : 01925 822802 E-mail: online form www.poultonparkgolfclub.co.uk

19. How to Find

We are a hidden gem, tucked away on the outskirts of Warrington. The nine holes of narrow tree lined fairways offer a great test to any standard of golfer. Our members have learned to be arrow straight as a well placed tee shot can offer great rewards.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Chip & Pin Short Game Centre, Club Hire, Trolley Hire, Lessons, Pro Shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 68 • 5650 • 5399 • 5188 (70) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 3 4 4 4 3 4 5 3

Poulton Park

From M6 At junction 21, take the A57 exit to Warrington (Ctr & East)/Irlam.

At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Woolston Grange Ave/ B5210 heading to Warrington (East)/Birchwood/Leigh/A574.

Go through 4 roundabouts. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Crab Ln. Turn right onto Locking Stumps Ln. Take the 1st left onto Dig Ln. Course will be on the right

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

250 190 429 340 313 193 417 515 177

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 3 5 4 4 3 4 4 3

314 144 520 386 289 182 348 440 203

We can also provide a golfer with the best short game practice facilities around. Back in 2008 the club was awarded a grant from Sport England which was used to construct the Chip & Pin Short Game Centre. This consists of two large greens, one that is a synthetic pitching green and the other which can be used to improve your chipping and bunker play.

You will always be well looked after when you visit Poulton Park from when you first arrive at the club to when you travel home, our aim is to make you smile!

Signature Hole: Hole 7, Par 4, 417 yards.

This is our signature hole and what a hole it is, destroying many a good scorecard.

Hitting the fairway is essential if you are to hit the green in regulation. Many play this as a par 5 laying up in to leaving a short pitch over the hidden front ditch onto a green that’s slopes from back to front.

Memberships available from £480 and get 18 months for the price of 12.

We do 5,6 and 7 day membership with competitions on Saturdays and Sundays.

Societies and visitors welcome. 9 hole green fees for just £7.

Call 07971928939 for more details or email freddy@myprogolfer.co.uk

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Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa Cobblers Cross Lane, Tarporley Cheshire, CW6 0DJ Telephone: 01829 734 160 golf.portal@macdonald-hotels.co.uk www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk

Facilities Championship Golf Course Hotel, Spa, Largest indoor golf academy in Europe, Lounge Bar, Restaurants, Putting Green, Buggies, Trolleys, Pro shop

PORTAL

Premier Course Spike Bar, Putting Green, Practice nets, Buggies, Trolleys, Pro shop Arderne Course 9-holes

With 210 acres of idyllic parkland and water features, the 18-hole Portal Championship Golf Course offers a rewarding game to golfers at every level.

Three holes which particularly encapsulate The Portal Championship Course are the Par 5 3rd hole with its elevated tee, 602 yards challenge and lake fronted green; the picturesque Par 3 14th surrounded by landscaped water features and the dramatic 18th with its cascading waterfall backdrop.

Take a well-earned comfort break at the Halfway House, stop for on-course refreshments at weekends and relive

your game on the balcony of the Private Members’ Lounge which has a bar, TV and stunning views across the course.

Golf Academy: If you’re new to the game, or want to improve, our PGA Professionals are available for individual or group tuition. Using their expertise and the advanced technology of our indoor golf academy, they will enhance your long and short game techniques, concentrating on pitching, chipping, putting and bunker play. The Academy features leading ‘A Star’ Swing Analysis Software, a Smart Golf simulator with over 20 courses, a 6-hole putting green and bunker.

Championship Course 18 holes, Par 73 • 7058 • 6577 • 5928 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 4 5 5 3 4 4 4 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

275 321 557 524 197 344 383 387 340

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

5 4 5 4 3 4 3 4 4

425 411 507 382 125 379 176 379 392

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From the M6: Leave the M6 at Junction 18. Take the A54 towards Middlewich/ Winsford. Turn Left onto the A49 and travel through Cotebrook. Signposts for the Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa appear on the left hand side approx. one mile after Cotebrook.

PORTAL

From the North: Take the A49, cross the junction with the A54, travel through the village of Cotebrook.

Signposts for the Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa appear on the left hand side approx. one mile after Cotebrook.

Just 2 minutes from the hotel, the scenic 18-hole parkland Premier Course provides a feast for the eye as well as a challenge to golfers of all levels. With the panoramic views of the 15th overlooking the Cheshire plains and the beautiful water feature on the 17th, the course builds up to a spectacular finish with the par 5 18th hole. At 493 yards the 18th is designed for the long hitters, and you can be sure of a warm welcome at the award-winning clubhouse, where wholesome bar meals, drinks and snacks are served from 11am until closing.

Premier Course 18 holes, Par 71 • 6582 • 6293 • 5688 Hole Par

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

4 5 4 4 3 4 3 4 4

Yards

306 591 292 336 152 340 152 367 387

Hole Par

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 4 4 4 4 3 5 3 5

Yards

414 421 335 404 408 157 519 160 476

Our 9-hole Arderne Course presents a superb challenge for golfers of all levels.

15th Hole, Par 3, “Platt’s Wood” At only 157 yards off the yellow tee this isn’t the longest or most difficult of holes, but it is the sheer height of the tee above the green, possibly 50 feet, that makes it stand out. Club selection is tricky as the ball can be greatly affected by the wind.

18th Hole, Par 5, “Your Round” A great par 5 to finish. A tough drive to a fairway that slopes right to left. Then either a solid lay up or big second can get you close enough for a birdie chance. However, the huge green in front of the impressive clubhouse will always give you pause for thought.

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Pryors Hayes Golf Club Willington Road, Oscroft, Tarvin Chester, CH3 8NL Tel : 01829 741250 / 740140 Fax: 01829 749077 info@pryors-hayes.co.uk www.pryorshayes.co.uk 20. How to Find

Pryors Hayes

Pryors Hayes Golf Club is situated 6 miles east of Historic Chester, just off the A54 on the main road between Chester and the M6 junction 19. Turn off the A54 at Shay Lane, this turns into Willington Road and the course is after a mile.

Facilities Pro Shop, Marquee, Celebration Garden, Covered Video Teaching Bay, Short Game Area Situated in the heart of rural Cheshire, this flat parkland golf course offers far more than meets the eye. Although short in length Pryors Hayes’ small greens and well designed layout provides a fair test for all levels of golfer. Well renowned for its friendly atmosphere and welcoming nature.

alike. Pryors Hayes is a golf club with a modern outlook on how golfers should be looked after.

With the addition of a state of the art teaching facility, marquee & celebration garden makes it one of the most complete facilities in Cheshire.

Membership: The ladies section have two formal and one friendly competition a week, meeting on Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday. Up to one hundred seniors play every Tuesday, along with home and away team matches.

Male members and juniors play Wednesday and Saturday competitions with the freedom to play at their preferred tee times.

With a recent refurbishment the overall look of the club is warm and homely with very welcoming staff to both members and visitors

Membership is open all year round with no joining fees or waiting lists and with various different offers available throughout the season.

WINNER OF GOLF CLUB OF THE YEAR 2010.

WINNER OF BEST CLUB FOR SOCIETIES 2009.

WINNER OF BEST CLUB IN THE NORTH 2009.

Course Information 18 holes, Par 69 • 5961 • 5524 • 4996 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 5 3 4 4 4 3 4 3

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

445 478 223 434 448 336 122 380 163

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 4 4 4 3 4 3 5 4

361 333 398 352 163 313 181 494 337

Early Bird Special

Twilight Golf

MembershipS

18 holes followed by breakfast & coffee only £15 per person

2 Ball with buggy Mon - Thurs £35 Fri - Sun £45

Flexible Membership Annual Subs Only £200!

Mon - Thurs only.

Tee off must be between 6 & 8am Tee times subject to availability

Applies to tee offs after 3pm (AprilSept) and after 1pm (Oct - March).

Buggies subject to availability

4 Month Trial Membership 5 or 7 day from only £245!

Contact us on 01829 740140 or email info@pryors-hayes.co.uk to book your tee time

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Sandiway Golf Club Limited The Clubhouse, Chester Road, Sandiway, Northwich, CW8 2DJ Telephone: 01606 883247 information@sandiwaygolf.co.uk www.sandiwaygolf.co.uk 21. How to Find From M6 junction 19 take A556 (Chester) and the entrance is 10.5 miles on the left hand side of the A556.

Drive along the A556 on the Manchester to Chester route between the villages of Hartford and Sandiway on the Northwich bypass and you could be forgiven for missing a sign on the left that denotes Sandiway Golf Club. If you missed the sign you would have driven past the entrance to one of the finest clubs and highest quality inland golf courses in the region.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Driving Range, Buggies, Trolleys, Custom fitting, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 70. SSS 72 • 6404 • 6019 • 5632 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 5 3 5 4 3 4 4 4

Sandiway

From Chester take A51 and then A556.

Bear left onto A559 to tee junction in 800 metres. Turn right over bridge & take next right that is the slip road to A556 (Chester). The entrance driveway is the next turning left in 250 metres.

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

385 499 169 478 361 150 391 326 393

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 3 4 3 4 4 5 4 3

455 197 405 123 393 350 498 283 164

Its fairways are generous, but tree-lined with mature oak, beech and birch; the classic inland course trees dominate, and the picturesque back nine offers unrivalled views of Petty Pool, an old Cheshire mere, which forms a stunning backcloth, particularly on

the eleventh and twelfth holes. The greens, although small by modern standards, are of the quality expected on a championship course.

The Clubhouse: Originally built in 1926 with the financial assistance of Brunner Mond and Company, it has recently been refurbished in the bar and lounge areas to provide a more comfortable and relaxing environment to complete the perfect golfing experience. The external style follows that of a traditional Cheshire farmhouse which has stunning views over the course. It is a clubhouse for golfers and the addition of disabled access facilities to cater for all has made it more inclusive.

Bill Laird’s Testimonial Pro-Am Friday 28th September 2012 - Sandiway Golf Club (Cheshire) Teams of 4 - 3 x Amateurs and 1 x PGA Professional.

Cost - £260 per team Includes coffee & a bacon sandwich on arrival, 18 holes of golf followed by a two course dinner in the clubhouse.

Amateur prizes will be up to £2000.

Bookings - Tel Bill/Gareth - Tel No - 01606 883180 (Pro Shop)

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Upton-by-Chester Golf Club Upton Lane, Upton-by-Chester CH2 1EE Telephone: 01244 381183 secretary@uptongolf.co.uk www.uptongolf.co.uk

UPTON BY CHESTER

22. How to Find From the M53 Junction 12 Follow the signs for Chester on the A56 for 0.4 mile. At the round-about turn right onto the A41. Travel north for approx.1.4 miles to the second set of traffic lights in Upton and turn left (Old Petrol Station on left hand side just before the lights). Fork right after about 250 yards into Upton Lane opposite the “Wheatsheaf” pub. The Club entrance is about 500 yards on the left hand side at the end of a tall brick wall.

Discover historic Chester’s gem of a golf course in Upton’s leafy suburbs. Set in delightful parkland this is not the longest course but it is a true test for the thinking golfer.

The City of Chester has much to offer for day and short break visitors. Whether it’s shopping, history, racing or the zoo you can complete your visit with a round at Upton-by-Chester.

In its 75-year history many fine golfers have honed their skills at Upton including an English Amateur champion, a British Senior champion, English and Welsh internationals, Open qualifiers, Cheshire county players and county trophy winners.

Packages are available for individuals, groups and societies who are all welcome. Please call for details or check our website.

The course is in fine condition and the USGA specification, cunningly designed greens ensure you enjoy your golf all year-round.

After your game enjoy the ambiance of a refreshing drink on the patio overlooking the 18th green. The club is two miles from Chester city centre with easy access from the M56, M53 and A41.

Facilities Bars, Restaurant, Snooker Room, Putting Green, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 69 • 5807 • 5628 • 5253 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Trial Membership - £105 (3 x months) ‘A club of choice for those who are NEW to the game and want to try golf’ Golf Club buddy & club hire included as appropriate

Par

3 4 4 3 4 3 4 4 5

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

147 400 268 141 324 171 398 254 506

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

3 4 4 5 4 3 5 3 4

130 358 432 477 390 191 499 233 309

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Vale Royal Abbey Whitegate, Northwich Cheshire CW8 2BA Telephone: 01606 301291 events@vra.co.uk www.vra.co.uk

Vale Royal Abbey

23. How to Find From junction 19 M6, take the A556 west towards Chester for approx. 10 miles, crossing the ‘Blue Bridge’ over the River Weaver, through the Pelican Crossing (right turn for Hartford).

Continue for just over a mile and move into the right hand lane. At the bottom of the hill turn back up the other carriageway to branch off left after 400 yards (signposted Hartford, Winsford and Whitegate). At the T-junction turn right to Whitegate, Winsford and Vale Royal Abbey.

Vale Royal Abbey is renowned for its extremely friendly and relaxing atmosphere, welcoming visiting golfers and parties throughout the year. The course was designed by renowned British Golf Course Architect Simon Gidman, and is set amidst beautiful rolling Cheshire countryside. As such, the course enjoys breathtaking views throughout the round.

Facilities Clubhouse Restaurant & Bar, Banqueting Hall, Conference Facilities, Chipping Area, Putting Green, Practice Ground, Trolleys, Lessons, Swing Room, Pro shop Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6463 • 6160 • 5581 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 5 4 4 4 3 4 4 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

372 493 248 364 355 165 449 326 377

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

3 4 4 4 4 5 3 4 5

191 289 417 294 307 570 134 409 463

All greens are constructed to USGA specifications, which along with the naturally free draining site, enables the course to remain open all year round, irrespective of the weather conditions. All tees remain in use throughout the year eliminating the

need for winter tees or mats. Each hole is individually characteristic and provides a true golfing test, requiring imaginative shot making with every club in the bag whilst remaining enjoyable to play for all standards of golfer.

A worthy, but close, victor against the stunning backdrop of the 18th hole, the signature hole is the 7th. A tough dog leg left at S.I. 1. An intimidating drive with water left and woodland right. The approach is to a small green, particularly for the length of the hole at 467 yards off the competition tee, which is framed by sharp contouring to the right and the beautiful Rookery Pool left & behind.

Memberships applications invited.

Contact General Manager, Ian Embury

Visitors & Societies welcome.

We offer a range of packages to suit your needs.

or visit the website www.vra.co.uk

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The Wilmslow Golf Club Great Warford, Mobberley Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 7AY Telephone: 01565 872148 admin@wilmslowgolfclub.co.uk www.wilmslowgolfclub.co.uk

24. How to Find

WILMSLOW

From North: Leave the M56 at junction 6 and bear right onto the A538 towards Wilmslow. Take the first turning on the right at the top of the hill signposted Mobberley and at the T-junction turn right, again signposted Mobberley.

Continue for two miles and turn left at the junction onto the B5085 towards Alderley Edge - the ‘Bird in Hand’ pub is on your left. Continue for one mile and turn right at the crossroads onto Warford Lane. The Wilmslow Golf Club is 400yds on the left.

This Cheshire Golf Club was founded in 1889 and is located just outside Wilmslow in the North West of England.

The fine parkland golf course measures over 6,635 yards and the Clubhouse offers a comfortable environment both before and after golf with magnificent views over the course. The Club has hosted major professional tournaments and has been a regional qualifying course for The Open.

Whilst the course is a fine test of golf for the low handicapper it also provides an enjoyable experience to golfers of all ability.

Rated one of the finest inland courses in the North West of England, always in firstclass condition and playable in all but the most extreme of weathers, The Wilmslow Golf Club is a perfect haven from the stress of business and the cares of daily life.

Toughest Hole: Hole 8. Par 4, 437 yards (competition tee). S.I. 1 A handsome and strong par 4. The drive is the key. Obviously the road and trees on the left must be avoided but shots are easily lost in the bunker and trees on the right. Crossbunkers threaten many second shots, and the green repels all but the truest of approaches.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop, Putting Green, Chipping area and extensive practice ground.

Electric buggies available for hire.

Visitors personal buggies not permitted Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6635 • 6311 • 5828 H ole

Par

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

The Ideal Society, Charity & Corporate Venue

THE WILMSLOW GOLF CLUB

H ole

Par

Yards

357 426 489 389 359 163 451 416 124

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 4 4 5 3 4 4 3 5

346 318 400 484 147 407 397 158 480

Winter Crow Specials From November 2012 to March 2013

Green fees £30 per person or £100 per four ball

A range of packages available to suit your needs Contact the General Managers Office 01565 872148 (Option 1)

4 4 5 4 4 3 5 4 3

Yards

www.wilmslowgolfclub.co.uk Great Warford, Mobberley, Knutsford, Cheshire WA16 7AY · Email: info@wilmslowgolfclub.co.uk

Society packages available – Call for details

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Wychwood Park Golf Club Weston, Crewe Cheshire, CW2 5GP Telephone: 0844 980 2323 wychwood@deverevenues.co.uk www.devere.co.uk

Wychwood Park

25. How to Find From the M6 Junction 16, take the A500 toward Nantwich. At the roundabout take the A531 towards Keele and Nantwich. At the next roundabout turn left onto the A531 towards Keele. The entrance is at the right exit on the next roundabout.

From Chester take the A51 to Nantwich until you reach the Burford Crossroads.

Turn left, towards Stone and follow A500 through Shavington and Hough.

At the next roundabout take 3rd exit onto A531 towards Keele.

Facilities

Just 5 minutes from Junction 16 of the M6, Wychwood Park enjoys stunning views of the Cheshire countryside in a location accessible to both the North and South. This European PGA tour standard course opened in 2002, and provides the ultimate challenge for golfers.

Bar, Restaurant, Driving range, chipping area and putting green, Buggies, Electric Trolleys, Equipment hire, Custom fitting, Lessons and clinics, Pro shop, Conference facilities, Hotel and Spa

Water features throughout the course, with a number of protected wildlife areas scattered throughout. Wychwood also contains the latest computer irrigation system ensuring the course is in the best playing condition and well presented throughout the year.

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 7213 • 6736 • 6320 • 5618 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

5 3 4 4 4 3 5 4 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

524 139 332 440 365 175 519 347 369

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 3 5 4 4 4 4 3 5

321 127 512 388 331 376 396 188 471

The elegant Clubhouse provides a relaxing

setting before and after your game, and features the Wychwood Suite - the perfect base for Corporate days and client entertaining.

Signature Holes Hole 7, Par 5. A tough hole that requires nerve off the tee, your drive must clear a nature reserve onto split fairways either side of a stream. Long second shot to a narrow target means it may be safer to lay up.

Hole 17, Par 3. A long hole when played off the back tees, it requires a full carry of almost 200 yards to clear the water. The elevated position of the tee box makes the hole appear shorter than it is. A visually stunning hole.

£60 Per Tee. Mid Week only.

(Terms & Conditions apply)

Corporate and individual membership available from only £295.00.

Call 01270 829247

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Alder Root Golf Club Telephone: 01925 291919 www.alderrootgolfclub.com

Chester Golf Club Telephone: 01244 677760 www.chestergolfclub.co.uk

Hazel Grove Golf Club Telephone: 0161 483 3217 www.hazelgrovegolfclub.com

Alderley Edge Golf Club Telephone: 01625 586200 www.aegc.co.uk

Congleton Golf Club Telephone: 01260 273540 www.congletongolf.co.uk

Heaton Moor Golf Club Telephone: 0161 432 2134 www.heatonmoorgolfclub.co.uk

Aldersley Green Golf Club Telephone: 01829 782157 www.alderseygreengolfclub.co.uk

Crewe Golf Club Telephone: 01270 584227 www.crewegolfclub.co.uk

Helsby Golf Club Telephone: 01928 722021 www.helsbygolfclub.org

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Houldsworth Golf Club Telephone: 0161 442 1712 www.houldsworthgolfclub.co.uk

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Frodsham Golf Club Telephone: 01928 732159 www.frodshamgolf.co.uk

Leigh Golf Club Telephone: 01925 763130 www.leighgolf.co.uk

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Macclesfield Golf Club Telephone: 01625 423227 www.maccgolfclub.co.uk

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Marple Golf Club Telephone: 0161 427 2311 www.marplegolfclub.co.uk

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Vale Royal Abbey Golf Club Telephone: 01606 301291 www.vragc.co.uk

Mersey Valley Golf Club Telephone: 0151 424 6060 www.merseyvalleygolfclub.co.uk

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Vicars Cross Golf Club Telephone: 01244 335174 manager@vicarscrossgolf.co.uk

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Werneth Low Golf Club Telephone: 0161 368 2503 www.wernethlowgolf.co.uk

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Sandiway Golf Club Telephone: 01606 883247 www.sandiwaygolf.co.uk

Westminster Park Golf Course Telephone: 01244 680231 www.brioleisure.org/westminster

Peover Golf Club Telephone: 01565 723337 www.peovergolfclub.co.uk

Shrigley Hall Hotel & C C Telephone: 01625 575757 www.barcelo-hotels.co.uk

Widnes Golf Club Telephone: 0151 424 2440 www.widnes-golfclub.co.uk

Portal Golf & Country Club Telephone: 01829 733933 www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk

Stamford Golf Club Telephone: 01457 832126 www.stamfordgolfclub.co.uk

Wilmslow Golf Club Telephone: 01565 872148 www.wilmslowgolfclub.co.uk

Portal Premier Golf Club Telephone: 01829 733884 www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk

Stockport Golf Club Telephone: 0161 427 2001 www.stockportgolf.co.uk

Woodside Golf Club Telephone: 01477 532388 www.woodsidegolf.co.uk

Poulton Park Golf Club Telephone: 01925 812034 www.poultonparkgolfclub.co.uk

Styal Golf Club Telephone: 01625 531359 www.styalgolf.co.uk

Wychwood Park Telephone: 01270 820336 www.deverevenues.co.uk

Prestbury Golf Club Telephone: 01625 829388 www.prestburygolfclub.com

Sutton Hall Golf Club Telephone: 01928 790747 www.suttonhallgolf.co.uk

Pryors Hayes Golf Club Telephone: 01829 741250 www.pryorshayes.com

The Oaks Mollington Telephone: 01244 852805 www.theoaksmollington.co.uk

Queens Park Golf Club Telephone: www.gczcg.co.uk/queenspark

The Tytherington Golf Club Telephone: 01625 506000 www.theclubcompany.com

Reaseheath Golf Club Telephone: 01270 625131 www.reaseheath.ac.uk

The Warrington Golf Club Telephone: 01925 261620 www.warringtongolfclub.co.uk

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Greater Manchester The area of Greater Manchester takes in the city itself, but also the surrounding towns of Bolton, Bury, Wigan, Rochdale, Salford, Stockport, Altrincham, and Oldham.

is the original 24-hour party city. From fine dining and chic hotels to cutting-edge clubs and bars and the world’s most progressive music scene, Manchester is always buzzing.

A few short years ago it would have been laughable to suggest that the Manchester area could provide an enjoyable tourism experience, but a cultural renaissance has taken place that has transformed this industrial region into a vibrant centre of culture and the arts. Sophisticated and stylish, Manchester

The shopping here is legendary. With exclusive independent boutiques in the funky Northern Quarter, prestigious designer stores lining the handsome King Street and every conceivable type of market, you can shop to suit any budget. The is also the large indoor “Trafford Centre”, which has

The past, the present and the future are intertwined in this city; historical landmarks complement bold, contemporary designs.

World-class live events, international sporting competitions, and award-winning museums and galleries make Manchester one of the most entertaining places in the world. Add to this the passion of two top premiership football clubs, and it’s no wonder Manchester is a place like no other.

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over 250 shopping outlets, a large food hall and impressive 20 screen cinema complex.

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M-61 Rochdale

Bury

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Oldham

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1. Northenden 2.

North Manchester 3. Prestwich 4. Sale 5. Withington 6.

Worsley Park

“The past, the present and the future are intertwined in this city; historical landmarks complement bold, contemporary designs.�

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Northenden Golf Club Palatine Road, Northenden Manchester, M22 4FR Telephone: 0161 998 4738 Email enquiries via website www.northendengolfclub.com

1. How to Find

Northenden

From the M56 in direction of Manchester: Continue onto A5103 (Princess Parkway). Take the exit toward Northenden/B5166 (Palatine Road). Turn right at Wythenshawe Rd/B5167. Entrance is left after Chretien Rd (under Bridge).

Northenden Golf Club is the Jewel in the Crown of the South Manchester courses.

Don’t take our word for it, ask Open winners Tony Jacklin, Nick Faldo, Sandy Lyle, Bob Charles and Greg Norman plus Ken Brown, Manuel Pinero, Ryder Cup captain Sam Torrance or Mark McNulty, who were among many of the European tour stars who played in the club’s annual pro-am tournament. 2012 sees Northenden Golf Club welcome back the Cheshire Union of Golf Clubs when we will host the County Matchplay Championship.

With USGA greens and a fantastic drainage system, Northenden Golf Club offers a real

test of golf ALL YEAR round, making it great value for money. We are also proud of our active Social scene, Friendly atmosphere and Welcome New Members across all categories.

Our Function room is also available to hire, where our First Class chef and balcony with views overlooking the course will help to ensure your event or party is a success.

Hole 6, Par 5: At 581 yds this is the longest hole on the course. A good drive is vital if you want a par or better. The left-hand ditch awaits the over-cautious golfer trying to avoid the willows and the River Mersey. Commit to this one!

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Electric Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6460 • 6169 • 5626 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 5 4 3 4 5 4 3 4

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

442 486 389 142 347 581 395 161 349

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 4 3 5 4 3 5 4 4

351 345 209 541 326 173 508 390 325

Great membership offers currently available No joining fees – Limited time offer and subject to terms and conditions - All categories currently available

Please call for details: 0161 998 4738

Home for the Cheshire County Match Play Championships 2012 - www.northendengolfclub.com

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North Manchester

North Manchester Golf Club Rhodes House, Manchester Old Road Middleton, Manchester, M24 4PE Telephone: 0161 643 9033 Professional: 0161 643 7094 Email enquiries via website www.northmanchestergolfclub.co.uk

2. How to Find From the South on the M60 Junction 19: Exit at Junction 19 and take the last exit towards Middleton. Stay in the right hand lane to go through the lights and follow the road for 1 mile. When the road bends to the right in an ‘S’ with a fishing lake on the right hand side, the entrance to the Club is on the left opposite the lay-by. For those who input the post-code into their sat-nav’s, be aware that they will try and turn you to the left one road earlier into Armitage Close. Ignore this and take the next left turning into the driveway.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Electric Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop, Buggies available during the main season (May to September)

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6443 • 6246 • 5587 (73) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 4 4 5 4 4 4 4 3

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

319 438 449 521 252 380 380 454 189

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 3 4 4 4 4 4 5 3

446 157 359 396 412 264 371 480 176

North Manchester Golf Club is a visiting golfers’ delight, noted for its undulating nature, with accommodating greens and wide fairways offering golfers a good walk and a challenge at every turn.

value for money, home-cooked food; fully stocked bar for that indulgence at the end of your round; and best of all it won’t cost you the earth giving you a day to remember that will make you want to come back again and again.

It is easily accessible, only 1 mile from junction 19 of the M60; is on a main road, the A576, not hidden away down side roads; has ample secure free parking; is a good length, 6443 yards par 71 for men and 5545 yards par 73 for ladies; drains well and so is open for play more often than not; has a fully stocked Pro shop with the latest clothing and equipment at reasonable prices; in-house caterers producing quality,

Signature Hole: Hole 18, Par 3, 176 yards This has to be one of the great finishing holes in golf. The green sits imperiously above the lake on a “hog’s back” with the prevailing wind of the water. Stand on this tee with a good card in your pocket and strike the ball to the centre of the green. Most courses have a card wrecker, but when it is the 18th and as picturesque as this one, there’s something special about it.

Open Events 2013

Two-ball Offer

Fourball Offer

Peter McGuinness Trophy - 2nd June Open Mixed Team Event - 30th June Seniors Open - 1st July 4 Man Team Event - 5th July

Round of golf for 2 with a cold soft drink or tea / coffee afterwards in the Clubhouse for only £35.00 Valid until 30/09/12. Quote NWGG11

Round of golf for 4 with a cold soft drink or tea / coffee afterwards in the Clubhouse for only £60.00 Valid until 30/09/12. Quote NWGG12

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Prestwich Golf Club Hilton Lane, Prestwich Manchester, M25 9XB Telephone: 0161 773 1404 Email enquiries via website www.prestwichgolf.co.uk

3. How to Find

Prestwich

Directions from Manchester: Leave the city centre on the A56 sign posted for Bury.

Continue on the A56 for approximately 3.5 miles until you reach a sign for the A6044. Turn Left following the signs for Swinton. Prestwich Golf Club is approximately 1/2 mile on the left.

Prestwich Golf Club is the closest golf course to Manchester City Centre and is easily accessible from anywhere in the North West of England being close to the M60 Manchester orbital motorway.

Formerly instituted in March 1908 there has been substantial developments of the course over the years and although comparatively short by modern standards this beautiful parkland course with no two holes the same, offers natural hazards and undulation providing a challenge to golfers of all levels. With a rich history and bright future, this hidden gem of a course prides itself on its reputation

for the friendliness to visitors & societies both on the course and in the clubhouse.

PGA Professional Mark Pearson who offers both advice and banter in equal measure frequently escorts visitors to the first tee. Every effort is made to make your visit as interesting and enjoyable as possible. You wont be disappointed.

Signature Hole: 11. ‘Paradise, Par 4 338 yards.

The Fairway which rises and falls whilst turning slightly to the left with an approach to the green which is protected by a very tight opening through the trees. “Out of Bounds” along the left of the fairway coupled with a lateral water hazard.

Directions from M60 Junction 19: Take the A576 (signposted Manchester City Centre) for approximately 1 mile until reaching A6044 junction. At the traffic lights turn right onto A6044 Sheepfoot Lane (signposted Swinton).

Continue on the A6044 for 2 miles.

Prestwich Golf club is approximately 1/2 mile past the A56 junction.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Function Room, Putting Green, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 65 • 4799 • 4603 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Green Fees £15 (Monday - Friday). £20 (Saturday - Sunday) Fourball Offer £40(Monday - Friday). £50 (Saturday - Sunday) Visit www.prestwichgolf.co.uk or call: 0161 773 1404

Par

4 4 4 3 4 3 4 3 4

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

257 323 328 162 423 179 257 203 369

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

3 4 4 3 4 3 4 4 3

209 338 282 182 319 149 369 316 134

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Sale Golf Club Sale lodge, Golf Road, Sale Cheshire M33 2XU Telephone: 0161 973 1638 mail@salegolfclub.com www.salegolfclub.com

4. How to Find

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Snooker Room, Putting Green, Practice Areas, Buggies, Trolleys, Custom fitting, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 70 • 6301 • 5944 • 5488 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

5 4 3 4 4 4 4 4 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

486 423 186 297 431 327 318 292 381

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 3 4 4 3 4 5 3 4

392 144 380 362 160 355 538 112 360

Sale

Exit M60 at Jct 6 and head for Sale, Old Hall Rd (A6144). After 0.3 mile turn left into Wythenshawe Rd (B5397). After 0.2 mile the road bends to the right. Turn left on this bend into New Hall Close and after 75 yds straight on at mini roundabout, onto Fairy Lane. Cross over the Motorway and next left at the roundabout onto Golf Rd. After 0.2 mile the clubhouse entrance is on the right.

Sale Golf Club, founded in 1913, is a well established parkland course with a standard scratch of 70. The lodge of Sale Old Hall circa 1830, is steeped in tradition and has a wellearned reputation for good food and hospitality.

a gently undulating parkland course that presents an enjoyable challenge to both high and low handicap golfers. Providing ‘year round’ play, the course is maintained to the highest standards using the latest equipment.

Famous for our ‘Open Champion’, Richard Burton, who was the last ‘Club Professional’ to win the Open Championship, we have been home to many great golfers including Joanne Morley, currently on the Ladies professional circuit.

Signature Hole: 4th, Par 4. “Bridle Path”. With the tee only a few feet from the river Mersey and the green right next to the bridle path, this hole demands accuracy, judgement and great nerve. A drive left of centre will leave a pitch to one of the smaller well bunkered greens on the course. A tough shot especially when the ground is firm in summer time.

Set in an idyllic rural location next to Trafford Water Sports Centre, Sale Golf Club offers

MEMBERSHIP OFFER Like the 2012 Olympics in London, here’s a once in a lifetime chance • Two join together – first year subscription 10% OFF • Three join together – first year subscription 15% OFF • Four join together – first year subscription 20% OFF • Five, Six and Seven-day Men and Ladies memberships available

Call Christine any afternoon on 0161 973 1638 for full details

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Withington Golf Club 243 Palatine Road, West Didsbury Manchester M20 2UE Telephone: 0161 445 9544 secretary@withingtongolfclub.co.uk www.withingtongolfclub.co.uk Pro Shop: 0161 445 4861 stevemarrgolf@btinternet.com

Withington

5. How to Find Next to the M60 and M56, on the B5167 (Palatine Road) from Northenden to Manchester

A splendid parkland course located along the winding and very picturesque River Mersey, just 5 miles from the City centre with easy access from the motorway system and Manchester International Airport. A par 71 at 6,388 yards in length it offers a challenge to the most discerning player and at the same time is a pleasure for the higher handicapper. The lush tree lined fairways and manicured greens have been described as the best in the Greater Manchester area.

Withington Golf Club is a perfect venue for Society and Company Days or even a day away from your own club with your usual Four-

Ball. Packages can be tailored to suit all your requirements, however large or small. Help and advice is available with regard to the format of your golf competition, your catering and even the services of our PGA Professional.

The first hole is a moderately short but tricky par 3 of 156 yards followed by two longish par 4s. The par 5 fifth is considered one of the finest golf holes in the North West which requires a combination of skill & accuracy. The daunting stroke index 1, 14th is where Withington begins its sting in the tail. The 16th is one of the longest par 5s in Cheshire and the 17th & 18th are two particularly good par 4s to finish.

Facilities Buggies, Trolleys, Putting green, Pro shop, Golf lessons, Bar and catering

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6388 • 6072 • 5692 H ole

Par

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Winter Package Bacon barm tea/coffee 18 holes golf 2 course evening meal £25.00 Please quote WGP123

New Members Offer Four join together Get 25% off 1st year’s subscription

3 4 4 3 5 4 4 3 5

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

130 387 396 162 492 290 333 176 460

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

3 4 4 4 4 4 5 4 4

147 316 314 343 446 302 550 411 417

Young Player Membership 21 – 24 : £256 25 – 27 : £426 28 – 30 : £640 31 – 34 : £682 Half Price Lady Memberships Junior Girls join free

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Worsley Park A Marriott® Hotel & Country Club Walkden Road, Worsley, Manchester, M282Q Telephone: 0161 975 2043 Email enquiries via website www.marriott.co.uk

6. How to Find

Facilities Rental Clubs, Golf Cart Rental, Pull Cart Rental, Driving Range, Putting Green, Chipping Area, Food Service, Bar Service, Accommodations: Onsite Marriott - 158 Rooms Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6611 • 6307 • 5914 • 5352 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 4 4 3 5 5 3 4 3

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

409 360 434 166 529 515 169 399 180

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 3 4 5 3 4 4 4 5

389 188 311 522 153 406 389 284 504

Worsley PARK

From the South: From the M6 northbound, exit at second junction marked 21A (M62 Manchester). Follow M62 Leeds and exit junction 12 onto M60. Exit first junction marked 13, Worsley. At the end of the slip road take second exit off the roundabout onto A575.

Entrance is on the left hand side.

Widely acclaimed as one of the finest inland courses in the North of England, Worsley Park Country Club is a classic championship design that uses the full potential of the natural terrain including seven water hazards.

The course is set on gently rolling parkland, formerly the Duke of Bridgewater’s estate.

Worsley Park has played host to the PGA EuroPro Tour in 2004 and the European Challenge Tour from 2005 to 2007.

Designed by European Golf Design in association with Michael King, the course meets the highest standards with greens and

tees created to USGA specifications. The strategic positioning of the bunkers with clearly sighted tees demands careful thought on how to play each hole Worsley Park Country Club also features comprehensive practice facilities including a long game practice area, short game facility, and putting green.

Signature Hole: 7th, Par 3, 177 yards Hole 7 is the course signature hole, a par 3, and requires a precise tee shot to negotiate the two water hazards that make this both a challenging and picturesque hole. An allweather buggy path is a recent addition to further enhance the playing experience.

CORPORATE GOLF MEMBERSHIP With a half price joining fee and one month free Enjoy great value corporate membership packages at Worsley Park.

Join in September or October and you will also benefit from a half pricejoining fee as well as one months free membership.

Terms and conditions apply. Subject to availability.

Offer available until 31st October 2012.

Free month to be taken for second month only.

Membership benefits include; full playing rights, reserved member priority tee times, 20% discount on golf retail purchases, inclusive use of the extensive leisure club facilities and an exclusive 28 day booking window.

For more information please call 0161 975 2031

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Ashton-Under-Lyne Golf Club Telephone: 0161 330 1537 www.ashtongolfclub.co.uk

Cheadle Golf Club Telephone: 0161 428 2160 www.cheadlegolfclub.com

Flixton Golf Club Telephone: 0161 748 2116 www.flixtongolfclub.co.uk

Blackley Golf Club Telephone: 0161 643 2980 www.blackleygolfclub.com

Chorlton-Cum-Hardy Golf Club Telephone: 0161 881 3139 www.chorltoncumhardygolfclub.co.uk

Great Lever & Farnworth Golf Club Telephone: 01204 656137 www.greatleverfarnworthgolfclub.co.uk

Bolton Golf Club Telephone: 01204 843067 www.boltongolfclub.co.uk

Crompton & Royton Golf Club Telephone: 0161 624 2154 www.cromptonandroytongolfclub.co.uk

Greenmount Golf Club Telephone: 01204 883712 www.greenmountgolfclub.co.uk

Bolton Old Links Golf Club Telephone: 01204 842307 www.boltonoldlinksgolfclub.co.uk

Davyhulme Park Golf Club Telephone: 0161 748 2260 www.davyhulmeparkgolfclub.co.uk

Haigh Hall Golf Club Telephone: 01942 255991 haighhallgolfclub.users.btopenworld.com

Boysnope Park Golf Club Telephone: 0161 707 6125 www.boysnopegolfclub.co.uk

Deane Golf Club Telephone: 01204 61944 www.deanegolfclub.com

Hart Common Golf Club Telephone: 01942 818445 www.hartcommongolfclub.co.uk

Brackley Municipal Golf Club Telephone: 0161 790 6076 Website n/a

Denton Golf Club Telephone: 0161 336 3218 www.dentongolfclub.com

Harwood Golf Club Telephone: 01204 522878 www.harwoodgolfclub.co.uk

Breightmet Golf Club Telephone: 01204 527381 www.breightmetgolfclub.co.uk

Didsbury Golf Club Telephone: 0161 998 9278 www.didsburygolfclub.com

Heaton Park Golf Centre Telephone: 0161 654 9899 www.heatonparkgolfclub.co.uk

Brookdale Golf Club Telephone: 0161 681 4534 www.brookdalegolf.co.uk

Dunscar Golf Club Telephone: 01706 643818 www.dunscargolfclub.co.uk

Hindley Hall Golf Club Telephone: 01942 255131 www.hindleyhallgolfclub.co.uk

Bury Golf Club Telephone: 0161 766 4897 www.burygolfclub.com

Ellesmere Golf Club Telephone: 0161 790 2122 www.ellesmeregolfclub.co.uk

Horwich Golf Club Telephone: 01204 696980 Website n/a

Castle Hawk Golf Club Telephone: 01706 640841 www.castlehawk.co.uk

Fairfield Golf & Sailing Club Telephone: 0161 370 1641 www.fairfieldgolfclub.co.uk

Lowes Park Golf Club Telephone: 0161 764 1231 www.lowesparkgolfclub.co.uk

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Manchester Golf Club Telephone: 0161 643 3202 www.mangc.co.uk

Rochdale Golf Club Telephone: 01706 643818 www.rochdalegolfclub.co.uk

Westhoughton Golf Club Telephone: 01942 811085 www.westhoughtongolfclub.co.uk

Manor Golf Club Telephone: 01204 701027 www.manorgolfclub.co.uk

Saddleworth Golf Club Telephone: 01457 873653 www.saddleworthgolfclub.org.uk

Whitefield Golf Club Telephone: 0161 351 2700 www.whitefieldgolfclub.co.uk

Marland Golf Club Telephone: 01706 649801 www.spgc.org

Sale Golf Club Telephone: 0161 973 3404 www.salegolfclub.com

Whittaker Golf Club Telephone: 01706 378310 www.whittakergolfclub.co.uk

Northenden Golf Club Telephone: 0161 998 4738 www.northendengolfclub.com

Stand Golf Club Telephone: 0161 766 2388 www.standgolfclub.co.uk

Wigan Golf Club Telephone: 01257 421360 www.wigangolfclub.co.uk

North Manchester Golf Club Telephone: 0161 634 9033 www.northmanchestergolfclub.co.uk

Swinton Park Golf Club Telephone: 0161 794 1785 www.spgolf.co.uk

William Wroe Golf Club Telephone: 0161 748 8680 www.traffordleisure.co.uk

Oldham Golf Club Telephone: 0161 624 4986 www.oldhamgolfclub.co.uk

Tunshill Golf Club Telephone: 01706 342095 www.tunshillgolfclub.co.uk

Withington Golf Club Telephone: 0161 445 3912 www.withingtongolfclub.co.uk

Pennington Golf Club Telephone: 01942 682852 www.penningtongolfclub.co.uk

Turton Golf Club Telephone: 01204 852235 www.turtongolfclub.com

Worsley Golf Club Telephone: 0161 789 4202 www.worsleygolfclub.co.uk

Pike Fold Golf Club Telephone: 0161 766 3561 www.pikefold.co.uk

Valynette Golf Club Telephone: 01257 480485 Website n/a

Worsley (Marriott) Park Golf Club Telephone: 0161 975 2000 www.marriott.co.uk

Prestwich Golf Club Telephone: 0161 773 2544 www.prestwichgolf.co.uk

Walmersley Golf Club Telephone: 0161 764 1429 www.walmersleygolfclub.co.uk

Regent Park (Bolton) Golf Club Telephone: 01204 844170 www.regentparkgolfclub.co.uk

Werneth Golf Club Telephone: 0161 624 1190 www.wernethgolfclub.co.uk

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Lancashire Introduction

Lancashire With two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty full of dramatic scenery and quiet lanes, the summer months provide the perfect opportunity to explore Lancashire’s undiscovered countryside.

restaurants and inns with brilliant beer gardens. From Morecambe Bay potted shrimps to Bowland beef, Lancashire’s skilled chefs know how to make the most of the abundant store cupboard on their doorstep.

This Royal Duchy is full of ancient castles and picturesque stone-built villages.

It’s also home to some of the country’s favourite seaside resorts, including Blackpool - Europe’s biggest and brightest, and the perfect destination for families.

Make sure you work up an appetite too, as Lancashire is packed with award winning

Just six miles from the bright lights of Blackpool, Lytham and St Annes-on-Sea, Fylde, are worlds apart in both character and atmosphere.

The dual seaside towns are nestled along a picturesque stretch of coastline lined with well tended lawns, a boating lake and pretty parks. The rolling sand dunes of St Annes-onSea and the Ribble Estuary adjacent to Lytham

make a safe haven for more than 250,000 migrating birds that flock here in winter.

Some of the world’s most famous golf tournaments take place at Lancashire’s celebrated Links Courses, which stretch along the renowned Lancashire Golf Coast.

Luckily for any golf enthusiasts out there, many of the best courses are also open to the public, so you can test your ability with the challenges that links courses are famous for – tricky winds, sand dunes, small, deep bunkers, uneven fairways and thick rough.

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Area Map 10 Morecambe Lancaster 5 7

Fleetwood

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Colne

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Blackpool

Burnley 9

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Preston

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Blackburn 11

Lytham

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Eccleston

Chorley

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Blackpool North Shore 3. Clitheroe 4. Fairhaven 5. Heysham 6.

Hurlston Hall

7. Lancaster 8.

Lytham Green Drive 9.

Lytham St Annes Mini Links 10. Morecambe 11. Pleasington

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Open Championship Course Royal Lytham & St. Annes

Royal Lytham & St. Annes Golf Club Venue for The Open Championship 18-22 July 2012 and the Walker Cup in 2015, Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club sits between the two seaside resorts of Lytham St Annes and Blackpool, and is one of the most unique venues to host the British Open. A truly magnificent course situated in the heart of a stunning Victorian estate, and one which locals are extremely proud of.

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Open Championship Course Photographs by Alan C. Birch

The layout of Royal Lytham & St Annes has remained faithful to the original created by the clubs first professional, George Lowe, over a century ago. The only significant changes were made in 1919 when the club asked Harry Colt, the pre-eminent course designer of the time to make recommendations for improvement.

Over the next four years he repositioned some of the greens and tees added numerous bunkers and lengthened the course. It is not a conventionally beautiful golf course, surrounded as it is by suburban housing and flanked by a railway line, but it has a charm all of its own. It is a Links course that is a long way from the sea yet close enough for the sea breeze to have an effect on one’s game and was aptly described by Bernard Darwin, the leading golf writer of the thirties, as ‘a beast of a course, but a just beast’. He went on to say that ‘no one could fail to be impressed by its difficulties, which sets a golfer just about as ruthless as an examination as any course of my acquaintance’.

Ryder Cup Captain Mark James wrote “ And Lytham was set up magnificently in 2001 (for the Open Championship), perfect for the world’s premier golfing event. I do not think they could have prepared that course better. It was a perfect combination of width of fairways, length of rough and pace and quality of greens. It should be used as a model for future Opens. Everyone who knows

Royal Lytham & St. Annes

Lytham knew that it would be the one course where Tiger Woods would not have a big advantage because of the distance he hits, as there are relatively few holes where you can carry the trouble. Tiger could not tame it”.

It is renowned as a course on which it is hard to scramble a good score, after all, there are 200 bunkers peppering the fairways and

surrounding the greens. It may not be the longest of courses but it is one where careful thought and accurate shots are required.

As Darwin wrote, ‘hit your ball to the right place and the way to the hole is open to you, but hit your ball to the wrong place and every kind of punishment, whether immediate or ultimate, will ensue’.

Contact Details Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club Links Gate, Lytham St Annes, FY8 3LQ Telephone: 01253 724206 bookings@royallytham.org www.royallytham.org 1. How to Find From the M55 direction of Airport Progress Way to Squires Gate Land (A5230) At 3rd set of Traffic Lights turn left for Lytham St Annes you are now on the A584 proceed past Pontins Holiday Centre, at the 3rd set of traffic lights (St Thomas Road) turn left over railway bridge, Royal Lytham situated on your right at next junction.

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Blackpool North Shore Golf Club Ltd Devonshire Rd, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY2 ORD

Blackpool North Shore

Telephone: 01253 352054 office@bnsgc.com www.blackpoolnorthshoregolfclub.com www.facebook.com/BNSGC www.twitter.com/BNSGC1904 2. How to Find From Blackpool: Make your way on to the Promenade and head North.

Go past the Tower and North Pier - two miles down there is a roundabout (the only one on the promenadae) continue along the Queens Promenade heading north and take the 7th right into Shaftesbury Avenue (Castle Casino on the corner). Go to the top of this road (about ½ mile) crossing all junctions, and turn left at the T junction into Devonshire Road. BNSGC is the first on the left BEFORE you go down the hill.

Just 500 yards from the North Promenade, this links course is relatively flat compared to most as it uses natures elements to make the rolling fairways and large greens testing to all handicappers. It has been used as an Open Championship qualifying course on more than one occasion and is a real gem of the north. The renowned H S Colt designed the course in 1920 with very few changes being made since to this entertaining track.

course when The Open has been held at Royal Lytham & St Annes. Currently it is the venue for the Lancashire PGA Championship.

Since 1920 the course has hosted the Great Britain match with the Rest of the World in 1963, the PGA Penfold Tournament in 1967 and a number of occasions has been a qualifying

The green at the closing hole, just over 400 yards, is approached through a narrow neck of fairway and has bunkers to protect it on each side.

Signature Holes The three par-five holes are all in excess of 500 yards, with the 10th green being closely guarded by a pond. There are many testing par-4s which use the undulations to good effect and the par-3s all play long off the back tees.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Trolleys, Buggies, Lessons, Pro shop, Golf Teaching Academy, Sky Sports, WIFI, Function Room, Practice Ground, Buggy Storage Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6431 • 5878 • 5657 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

THE PREMIER BLACKPOOL COURSE HOME OF “THE JAMES BREARLEY LANCASHIRE PGA OPEN” acknowledged BY THE PROS WHO PLAYED LAST YEAR AS “THE BEST GREENS IN LANCASHIRE”

Par

4 4 5 4 4 4 3 4 3

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

436 400 524 367 429 385 175 303 196

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

5 4 3 4 4 5 4 3 4

533 435 178 296 341 537 309 172 415

Autumn special rates £299 for 7 day membership from 1st September to 28th February.

6 day membership - £249 / 5 day membership - £199 for the 6 months. £299 is reduced from next year’s subscription if you re-join in March.

This will be reduced pro-rata during the winter months.

Contact the Secretary for details on 01253 352054 opt 1.

Winter Open Fourball competitions for Men & Ladies Friday 19th October, Friday 16th November & Friday 21st December. £15 per head.

Bookings can be made online at www.bnsgc.com.

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Clitheroe Golf Club Whalley Road, Clitheroe Lancashire BB7 1PP Telephone: 01200 422292 Pro Shop: 01200 424242 secretary@clitheroegolfclub.com www.clitheroegolfclub.com 3. How to Find

Clitheroe

From Preston Clitheroe Golf Club is situated just off the A59 1mile to the west of Clitheroe. When proceeding from Preston take the first exit to Clitheroe by turning left at the roundabout.

Take the first road on the left and the Club will be seen on your right.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Function/ Conference Room, Putting Green, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop Clitheroe Golf Club was formed in November 1891 and moved to its present site when ninety six acres of land were purchased for £5,000 at Barrow Gardens in 1932. The generosity of the Southworth family made possible the erection of a fine clubhouse building, as well as the establishment of a full 18 hole course rather than the 9 holes originally planned.

The Open Championship Regional Qualifying Course 2010-2014 Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6504 • 6337 • 6124 • 5585 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

5 4 4 4 3 4 4 3 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

448 352 432 286 134 337 421 161 365

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 4 4 5 3 4 4 3 5

360 384 433 506 176 373 310 140 506

Clitheroe is a beautiful 18 hole parkland golf course located in the heart of the Ribble Valley.

The Club hosted the Regional Open Qualifying for the first time in 2010 and will continue to do so until 2014. Designed by the legendary Scottish designer, James Braid, the course

has been on its present site since 1932. The course is a challenge to all levels of golfer with a premium on straight driving without being too demanding physically. The views from the course are quite spectacular, with Longridge Fells and Waddington providing the backdrop to Stonyhurst College and Mitton Church.

To the east is Pendle Hill, scene of many witch trials so legend states. Clitheroe is a course of considerable prestige and regarded as one of the top 10 courses in Lancashire. The County Championship has been hosted three times in the last 29 years and twice in the last 8 years.

At national level, the Club has hosted the EGU County Champions Tournament and most recently the Schools Team Championship.

Societies: Clitheroe Golf Club welcomes visitors either as Golf Club away days, company days or organised parties. The Club caters for visiting parties Monday to Friday (subject to availability) and can accommodate from small groups to large corporate golf days throughout the year.

Contact the Secretary who can provide details of packages available to meet your needs.

Forthcoming Open Competitions – all £25 pp 25th September Senior’s Open fourball

Wednesday 17th October Winter fourball

Ring: 01200 422292 Email: secretary@clitheroegolfclub.com

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Fairhaven Golf Club Oakwood Avenue, Lytham St. Annes, Lancashire, FY8 4JU Telephone: 01253 736 741 info@fairhavengolfclub.co.uk www.fairhavengolfclub.co.uk

4. How to Find

Fairhaven

From the M6, exit junction 32 to M55/ Blackpool. Leave M55 at junction 4, take the A583 exit. At roundabout, take the 1st exit onto A583/Preston New Rd, at the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Lytham Saint Annes Way. At 2nd roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto School Road. Turn left at B5261 onto Common Edge Road at lights. At next traffic lights turn right at B5261 onto Blackpool Rd. Turn left, immediately after zebra crossing, at Forest Drive.

Turn 1st left at Oakwood Ave. Turn 1st right into Fairhaven Golf Club.

Recognised by the hierarchy of golf as one of the best courses in Northern England, Fairhaven has much to offer visiting golfers, whatever their handicap. Fairhaven is not only a beautiful place to play golf but fully lives up to its designation as a ‘Championship’ course originally designed by James Braid. Professional golf at Fairhaven started back in 1934 when the course played host to the ‘Penfold’ Tournament.

The course is an unusual blend of links and parkland which is relatively flat. This makes it not too strenuous to walk around and allows complete vision of each hole from tee to green.

It is consistently maintained and presented to

the highest standard, presenting a fair challenge to golfers of all abilities, featuring the ‘risk & reward’ elements of negotiating the 118 deep revetted bunkers for which Fairhaven is famous.

1st, Par 5. Listed and described in ‘Golf World’ as one of the top ten opening holes in Great Britain & Ireland. In many ways this past Open Championship final qualifying course’s opener is the perfect par 5. 18th, Par 5. A classic finishing hole, it can reward the brave and punish the nervous. For long hitters a good line is over the right edge of the left-hand bunkers.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Driving Range, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop, Function/Meeting Rooms

Course Information 18 holes, Par 73 • 7015 (72) • 6787 • 6562 • 6002 (75) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

5 3 5 4 3 4 4 4 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

510 177 500 436 179 366 335 387 351

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

3 5 4 4 4 5 4 3 5

181 483 349 345 364 485 471 146 497

Looking for a special venue for your golf day – look no further!

Special rates for groups of 4 to 12 golfers & Captains Away Days Contact Lindzi for further information and to arrange your special day Tel: 01253 736741 | Email: info@fairhavengolfclub.co.uk | Web: www.fairhavengolfclub.co.uk

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Heysham Golf Club Trumacar Park, Middleton Road Heysham, LA3 3JH Telephone: 01524 851011 secretary@heyshamgolfclub.co.uk www.heyshamgolfclub.co.uk

5. How to Find

Heysham

From M6: Leave the M6 at junction 34 and take the A683 to Lancaster/ Lonsdale/Morecambe/Heysham.

Turn right at Caton Rd/A683 (signs for Heysham). Continue onto Greyhound Bridge Rd/A589, keep left at the fork.

At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit and stay on Morecambe Rd/A589.

At the next roundabout, take the 1st exit onto A683. At roundabout, take first exit onto Middleton Road.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, 6 bay driving range, State of the art professional teaching building, Practice putting greens, Chipping & pitching practice greens, Well stocked golf shop, Golf buggies available for hire

Course Information 18 holes, Par 70 • 6355 • 6090 • 5637 (73) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 4 3 5 3 4 4 4 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

434 321 144 503 166 432 381 335 331

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 3 5 3 5 4 3 4 4

416 143 475 194 443 402 150 332 428

HEYSHAM GOLF CLUB

Heysham Golf Club is a parkland course situated at the extreme west of the Morecambe/ Heysham boundary close to the coast and covers an area of approx. 130 acres and is within easy reach of the M6 motorway.

Long holes and open fairways characterise our course together with the introduction of a number of water features to complement the extended 6360 yard par 70.

The elevated part of the course has stunning views across Morecambe Bay to the Lakeland Hills in the North and the Pennines to the East.

Heysham Golf Club has an active membership

Society Packages

18 Hole Package: Coffee and bacon roll on arrival, 18 holes of golf followed by a delicious 2 course meal: Monday-Friday - £40.00 per person (minimum of 8 people).

Saturday £50.00 per person (minimum of 8 people).

with mens, ladies and junior teams in many local and club competitions.

The Art Deco Clubhouse has panoramic views of the course from all the lounges and is host to a licensed bar and games room.

With a floodlit driving range, state of the art training facilities and practice areas, it makes Heysham Golf Club the ideal place to spend time golfing and socialising.

For more information, and to find out about our Open Competitions for 2012, please visit our website at: www.heyshamgolfclub.co.uk

2012 (April-October)

27 Hole Package: Coffee and bacon roll on arrival, 27 holes of golf with soup and sandwich lunch, followed by a delicious 2 course meal: Monday-Friday - £50.00 per person (minimum of 8 people).

Subject to course conditions

Sept/Oct £99 Trial Membership Telephone: 01524 851011. Email: secretary@heyshamgolfclub.co.uk. Website: www.heyshamgolfclub.co.uk

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Hurlston Hall Golf & Country Club Hurlston Lane, Scarisbrick, Lancashire, L40 8HB Telephone: 01704 840 400 info@hurlstonhall.co.uk www.hurlstonhall.co.uk

6. How to Find

Hurlston Hall

From M6, exit at junction 26 onto M58 Skelmersdale/Liverpool. Exit junction 3 to St Helens/Southport. At roundabout take 3rd exit onto A570/ Rainford Road heading to Southport/ Ormskirk. Turn left at A577/Park Road. Turn left at A577/Church Street. Continue onto A570/Southport Road, turn right at Hurlston Lane.

Classical golfing values underpin the philosophy of Hurlston Hall designer Donald Steel. His desire to blend his courses imperceptibly into the surrounding landscape is never more evident than here. The emphasis of this 18 hole, 135 acre, par 72 course is enjoyment. The strategic use of natural elevation, well placed traps and the finely sculptured contours of the greens present an inspiring challenge.

There is always the opportunity to card a personal best, however the slightest hint of a hook or slice could result in a battle for respectability. The beautifully manicured practice putting area and a driving range fully

equipped with Power Tee© capability provide the perfect pre-match limber up. To satisfy your undoubted appetite the clubhouse provides a diverse range of dining options with which to round out the perfect day of golf.

10th, Par 4. An extremely difficult par 4 with a pond down the right hand side of the fairway and then a pond in the middle of the fairway which you have to carry for your second shot.

The green has two tiers with a huge bunker on the right hand side. One to remember! 15th, Par 4. From the tee the views are rather special.

Down the gentle slope this fairway goes right and then left into the largest green on the course.

Facilities Spa, Leisure Club, Bar, Restaurant, Spike Bar, Bistro, Floodlit Driving Range, Putting Green, Buggies, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6561 • 6328 • 5882 (75) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 3 4 4 4 5 3 5 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

403 156 331 362 399 454 137 483 385

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 5 3 4 4 4 3 4 5

408 523 181 358 343 407 156 359 483

Winter Packages For further information telephone: 01704 840400 Email:info@hurlstonhall.co.uk. – www.hurlstonhall.co.uk

From October 2012 – March 2013 From £30.00 – Weekday - Weekend subject to availability

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Lancaster Golf Club Ashton Hall, Ashton-with-Stodday Lancaster, Lancashire LA2 0AJ Telephone: 01524 751247 enquiries@lancastergc.co.uk www.lancastergc.co.uk

7. How to Find

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Dormy House(sleeps 18), Snooker Room, Putting Green, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6512 • 6269 • 5791 H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 415

10

4

390

2

5 486

11

5

476

3

4 422

12

4

385

4

3 156

13

3

141

5

4 352

14

5

496

6

3 166

15

4

391

7

4 347

16

4

296

8

4 385

17

4

426

9

4 373

18

3

166

Lancaster

From M6, junction 33.

At Junction 33, exit toward Lancaster(South) / A6.

Proceed through traffic lights at Galgate and continue on A6 past Lancaster University.

At Traffic lights (Boot & Shoe public house & Booths supermarket) turn left along Ashford Road.

At next roundabout turn left onto Ashton Road (A588).

Continue along Ashton Road, Lancaster Golf Club is 1 mile on the right.

Designed by James Braid, the renowned golf course architect, Lancaster Golf Club has built a reputation of being one of the finest courses in the north west of England.

Stunning views of the Lakeland hills, Trough of Bowland and the Lune estuary add to the enjoyment of the “Lancaster experience.”

With two loops of 9 holes and a par of 71 Lancaster is a fair test of golf for both the accomplished & intermediate golfer. Lancaster has recently hosted the Lancashire County Championship and is a popular venue for the annual Pro-Am held in June. Enjoy the impressive grade 1 listed clubhouse that dates

back to the 14th century and hosts a Dormy house that caters for up to 18 guests, all in ensuite rooms. Residential golf packages, weddings and functions can be booked at the golf club.

The Caterers, Bowland Village Inns, provide 1st class cuisine using fresh local produce.

Hole 18, Par 3, ‘Ashton Home’, 178 yards Much admired in Braid’s day when it was 25 yards shorter. However the problem remains the same. How best from a high tee, to carry a ravine of rough, water and sand, to the green below which lies under the Clubhouse windows.

It’s not surprising that this gem merits inclusion in any anthology of the best holes in Britain.

Five minutes from the city centre... ...a million miles from the office.

18 & 27 hole golf packages for societies.

Residential Dormy Packages.

Membership available for the 2012 season.

TEL: 01524 751247

Lancaster Golf Club

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Lytham Green Drive Golf Club Ballam Road, Lytham St Annes, FY8 4LE

Lytham Green Drive

Telephone: 01253 737390 secretary@lythamgreendrive.co.uk www.lythamgreendrive.co.uk

8. How to Find Exit the M55 motorway at junction 4, signposted North Shore and A583.

Keep left and move into the inside lane. Go straight over the roundabout (pass a B & Q store on the right), at the first set of traffic lights turn right, then immediately left down Peel Road.

Continue until you reach a T-junction, turn right onto Ballam Road, and the club is 1½ miles on the left.

Laid out by 1902 Open Champion, Alex Herd, and re-designed by James Steer in the 1940’s, at first sight Lytham Green Drive is a pleasant tree-lined course, which although within a mile of the Irish Sea still retains parkland characteristics.

The greens are small by modern standards, and very well bunkered. This parkland course also has links-like undulating fairways that can fool the eye when it comes to judging distance.

Despite its modest length, the course demands a wide variety of golf shots and will make you use just about every club in your bag, with its assortment of different challenges and

approaches to most greens. This formidable little test was officially recognised when it was used as a Final Qualifying course for the 1974, 1979 and 1988 Open Championships held at nearby Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club.

The first hole could start the round off on the wrong foot. This 398-yard gentle dog-leg has an out of bounds on the right, trees to the left and a well-bunkered green with a pond at the rear.

Two well-placed bunkers on the right of the fairway will catch any crooked drives.

The 13th hole is named “Harold’s Beck” after the club’s famous professional and renowed club maker Harold Beck.

Facilities Driving range, Putting green, Golf Lessons, Buggies, Clubhouse, Restaurant

Course Information 18 holes, Par 70 • 6305 • 6159 (69) • 5750 (74) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 4 4 4 5 3 4 4 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

383 382 329 348 510 177 335 336 392

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 4 4 3 4 4 4 4 5

450 343 336 152 442 142 397 200 505

Organising your Captain’s away day for next year or looking to book your winter league away day.

We specialise in catering for the demands of large visiting parties. Take your headache away and let us do the organising, nearest pins, longest drives, require buggies, not a problem. Contact Ian or Gill on 01253 737390 Opt 4 for our best offer, or e-mail secretary@lythamgreendrive.co.uk

Contact Details

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Lytham St Annes Mini Links

Lytham St Annes Mini Links Complex South Promenade, St Annes on Sea Lancashire, FY8 1LH Office: +44(0)1772 895289 Course Mobile: +44(0)7964 277757 GreatShot@atgolf.co.uk www.LythamStAnnesMiniLinks.com 9. How to Find From Blackpool: Head south along South Promenade 200 yards past St Annes Pier on the right. The course is situated opposite the Grand Hotel.

From Lytham: Travel North along Clifton Drive onto Inner Promenade past Fairhaven Lake. The course is 500 metres on the left.

From The OPEN Championship: Exit Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club at the Clubhouse. Keeping St Thomas’ School on your left, travel straight over the railway bridge on St Thomas’ Road, through the traffic lights onto the very short Links Road. The Mini Links Golf Course is straight in front of you.

Facilities 18 hole Mini Links; 18 Holes of Grass Putting; 9 Holes of Crazy Golf; Bottled water available; FREE Dunlop Equipment hire; Introduction to Golf : For Juniors lessons available; New Pros and Beginners Tees Course Information

Lytham St Annes Mini Links Complex consists of a challenging 18 hole par 3 Mini Links golf course, a fabulous 18 hole Putting Green and an entertaining 9 hole Crazy Golf.

It is situated on South Promenade opposite The Grand Hotel only 800 metres west of the world famous Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Course, the venue for The OPEN Championship 2012.

from beginners to the world’s top golfers including Rickie Fowler, PGA Championship 2010 and 2011 Major Winners Martin Kaymer and Keegan Bradley who all took advantage of our FREE Dunlop equipment hire service that is available to everyone who plays.

The rolling fairways of the Mini Links course overlook the Irish Sea with views across the Ribble Estuary towards Royal Birkdale Golf Club.

Our Mini Links Pros deliver an Introduction to Golf : For Juniors This is a relaxed and informal programme that introduces complete beginners to the very basic concepts of golf including the course layout, golf equipment, the swing and scoring.

The Mini Links Team welcomes all visitors

For more information visit www.atgolf.co.uk

18 holes Par 3 Course, Par 54 No Handicap Necessary, Beginners Welcome!

New Opening Times: 8am – Dusk every day FREE golf equipment hire NOW OPEN ALL YEAR!

Rickie Fowler (USA) Mini Links First Tee

www.LythamStAnnes MiniLinks .com FREE EQUIPMENT HIRE

IMPROVE YOUR SHORT GAME

NO RESTRICTION ON AGE, ABILITY OR ATTIRE

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Morecambe Golf Club Limited The Clubhouse, Bare Morecambe, Lancashire, LA4 6AJ Telephone: 01524 412841 secretary@morecambegolfclub.com www.morecambegolfclub.com

10. How to Find

MOReCAMBE

From M6: Leave the M6 at junction 34 and head into Lancaster on the A683.

Follow the signs for Morecambe and carry straight on through two large roundabouts. At the 3rd “shrimp” roundabout(Toby Pub) bear right onto Broadway. Keep straight on until you reach the promenade at the Broadway Hotel. Turn right onto promenade for half a mile until you see the clubhouse elevated on your right.

Morecambe Golf Club is a private members club situated on the north-west tip of the Lancashire coast. The course is just over a mile from the centre of the popular coastal resort of Morecambe, over-looking magnificent Morecambe Bay and 3 miles from the historic city of Lancaster.

Justifiably recognised as the gateway to the English Lake District, Morecambe offers the ideal stopping off point for visitors to this picturesque corner of the British Isles.

As a golfing destination, Morecambe Golf Club has gained an enviable reputation for both the quality of its clubhouse facilities

and 18 hole golf course offering visiting golfers a wholehearted welcome. Time after time visitors comment that “...they never realised this little gem of a course existed!”

4th, Par 4, 440 yards (competition tee) Morecambe’s signature hole. A testing double “dog-leg” with out-of-bounds all the way down the left. A good drive will carry the corner to give a better line into the green but hit it too well and two sand traps await.

The green is very tight, sandwiched between the out-of-bounds and a steep bank. Four hungry bunkers collect any unfortunate kicks from the right hand banking.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Lounges, Snooker Room, Putting Green, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop, Wheelchair access

Course Information 18 holes, Par 67 • 5791 • 5551 • 5391 (72) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Morecambe Golf Club

Play Golf on this superb Alister MacKenzie designed course

Par

4 4 3 4 3 4 4 4 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

330 432 136 422 187 361 379 343 360

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

3 4 3 4 4 4 3 4 4

191 314 174 356 389 406 161 333 277

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Pleasington Golf Club Pleasington, Blackburn Lancashire, BB2 5JF Telephone: 01254 202 177 secretary-manager@pleasington-golf.co.uk www.pleasington-golf.co.uk

11. How to Find

Formed in October 1890, Pleasington is without doubt one of the best tests of golf in the NorthWest of England, with a superb layout, being part heathland in character with some heather.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Trolleys, Practice Ground, Lessons, Pro shop

This beautiful and picturesque golf course is within 2 miles of exit 3 of the M65 Motorway in Pleasington, a rural village area on the outskirts of Blackburn, with magnificent country views.

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6562 • 6402 • 6177 • 5807 (74) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 4 4 4 4 4 5 3 5

Pleasington

From M65 Junction 3 Follow signs to Blackburn. Turn right at traffic lights. Follow A674 for 1 mile. Take lane on left signposted to Pleasington Priory and Railway Station.

Pleasington Golf Club is located on left hand side, at 400 yards.

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

378 341 318 423 335 346 507 149 468

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

3 5 3 4 4 4 3 4 4

169 531 156 449 379 352 147 353 376

New Website Log onto the stunning new Pleasington Website

www.pleasington-golf.co.uk Online booking available for casual visitors or if you wish to enter any of our Open Competitions (limited availability)

The course is a regular venue for County matches and has hosted numerous prestigious competitions. These include top class amateur events and The Open Regional Qualifying returning annually again to Pleasington for

Contact the professional on 01254 201630 or the office on 01254 202177 www.pleasington-golf.co.uk

6 years from 2004. Pleasington can cater for the small, medium or large visiting party.

Set in 142 acres of rolling wooded countryside and with many holes in individual valleys, this most picturesque of courses offers a tough challenge of golf, even to the best golfers.

Signature Hole: Hole 7, Par 5 “Mill” A wonderful par 5; drive it on the top fairway and leave yourself a difficult second shot or drive the ball down onto the lower fairway and give yourself a chance of a birdie or even an eagle. It is a hole that the more you play the better you get to know it’s marvellous design.

Green Fees Pleasington Burger £35 (incl. 18 holes & Pleasington Burger) 18 Holes from £28 Twilight Rate (2.00 – 3.45). £120 per fourball Super Saver from £25 (on-line only, limited availability) For further information on visitor rates and packages please contact the Secretary’s Office

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Accrington & District Golf Club Telephone: 01254 350112 www.accringtongolfclub.com

Clitheroe Golf Club Telephone: 01200 422292 www.clitheroegolfclub.com

Ghyll Golf Club Telephone: 01282 842466 www.ghyllgolfclub.co.uk

Ashton & Lea Golf Club Telephone: 01772 735282 www.ashtonleagolfclub.co.uk

Colne Golf Club Telephone: 01282 863391 www.colnegolfclub.com

Great Harwood Golf Club Telephone: 01254 884391 www.greatharwoodgolfclub.co.uk

Bacup Golf Club Telephone: 01706 873170 www.bacupgolfclub.com

Darwen Golf Club Telephone: 01254 701287 www.darwengolfclub.com

Green Haworth Golf Club Telephone: 01254 237580 www.greenhaworthgolfclub.co.uk

Baxenden & District Golf Club Telephone: 01254 234555 www.baxendengolf.co.uk

Dean Wood Golf Club Telephone: 01695 622219 www.deanwoodgolfclub.co.uk

Herons Reach Golf Club Telephone: 01253 832505 www.devere.co.uk

Beacon Park Golf Club Telephone: 01695 627500 www.beaconparkgolf.com

Duxbury Park Golf Club Telephone: 01257 265380 www.glendale-golf.com

Heysham Golf Club Telephone: 01524 851011 www.heyshamgolfclub.co.uk

Blackburn Golf Club Telephone: 01254 51122 www.blackburngolfclub.com

Fairhaven Golf Club Telephone: 01253 736741 www.farhavengolfclub.co.uk

Hurlston Hall Golf Club Telephone: 01704 840400 www.hurlstonhall.co.uk

Blackpool North Shore Golf Club Telephone: 01253 351017 www.blackpoolnorthshoregolfclub.com

Fishwick Hall Golf Club Telephone: 01772 798300 www.fishwickhallgolfclub.co.uk

Knott End Golf Club Telephone: 01253 811365 www.knottendgolfclub.com

Burnley Golf Club Telephone: 01282 421045 www.burnleygolfclub.org.uk

Fleetwood Golf Club Telephone: 01253 773573 www.fleetwoodgolf.co.uk

Lancaster Golf Club Telephone: 01524 751247 www.lancastergc.co.uk

Charnock Richard Golf Club Telephone: 01257 470707 www.crgcc.co.uk

Garstang Country Hotel & Golf Club Telephone: 01995 600100 www.garstanghotelandgolf.com

Lansil Golf Club Telephone: 01524 39269 www.lansilgolfclub.org.uk

Chorley Golf Club Telephone: 01257 480263 www.chorleygolfclub.co.uk

Gathurst Golf Club Telephone: 01257 252861 www.gathurstgolfclub.co.uk

Lobden Golf Club Telephone: 01706 343228 www.lobdengolfclub.co.uk

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Leyland Golf Club Telephone: 01772 436457 www.leylandgolfclub.co.uk

Pleasington Golf Club Telephone: 01254 202177 www.pleasington-golf.co.uk

Stanley Park Golf Course Telephone: 01253 302613 www.mackgolf.co.uk

Longridge Golf Club Telephone: 01772 783291 www.longridgegolfclub.co.uk

Poulton-Le-Fylde Golf Club Telephone: 01253 892444 www.poultonlefyldegolfclub.co.uk

St. Annes Old Links Telephone: 01253 723597 www.stannesoldlinks.com

Lytham Green Drive Golf Club Telephone: 01253 737390 www.lythamgreendrive.co.uk

Preston Golf Club Telephone: 01772 700011 www.prestongolfclub.com

Stonyhurst Park Golf Club Telephone: 01254 826478 www.stonyhurstpark.co.uk

Lytham St Annes Mini Links Complex Telephone: 01772 895289 www.LythamStAnnesMiniLinks.com

Rishton Golf Club Telephone: 01254 884442 www.rishtongolfclub.co.uk

Towneley Golf Club Telephone: 01282 451636 www.towneleygolfclub.co.uk

Marsden Park Golf Club Telephone: 01282 661912 www.marsdenparkgolfclub.co.uk

Rossendale Golf Club Telephone: 01706 831339 www.rossendalegolfclub.net

Whalley Golf Club Telephone: 01254 822236 www.whalleygolfclub.com

Morecambe Golf Club Telephone: 01524 418050 www.morecambegolfclub.com

Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club Telephone: 01253 724206 www.royallytham.org

Wilpshire Golf Club Telephone: 01254 248260 www.wilpshiregolfclub.co.uk

Mytton Fold Golf Club Telephone: 01254 240662 www.myttonfold.co.uk

Shaw Hill Hotel G & C C Telephone: 01257 269221 www.shaw-hill.co.uk

Nelson Golf Club Telephone: 01282 611834 www.nelsongolfclub.com

Silverdale (Carnforth) Golf Club Telephone: 01524 701300 www.silverdalegolfclub.co.uk

Ormskirk Golf Club Telephone: 01695 572112 www.ormskirkgolfclub.com

Staininglodge Golf Course Telephone: 01253 891336 www.staininglodge.co.uk

Penwortham Golf Club Telephone: 01772 744630 www.penworthamgc.co.uk

Standish Court Golf Club Telephone: 01257 425777 www.standishgolf.co.uk

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Merseyside Introduction

Merseyside Merseyside comprises of the boroughs of Liverpool, Knowsley, Wirral, Sefton and St Helens, and as the name suggests straddles the River Mersey. The county has been the birthplace of many famous names throughout its history, with Liverpool’s bustling port at its heart Merseyside was always a cosmopolitan place for both artist and artisan.

From TV legends Cilla Black and Tom Baker, to sporting heroes like Wayne Rooney and Stephen Gerrard, the area has long been a cultural hotbed and no-one typifies this more than its biggest export: The Beatles. To this day a source for much of the area’s tourism,

The Beatles went from humble beginnings at The Cavern Club to global acclaim in the 60’s and many favourite spots for tourists today owe their fame to The Fab Four: the original Cavern was demolished in the 70’s but an exact replica was built in 1984 even using some of the bricks from its predecessor and this houses The Beatles museum; Strawberry Fields cemetery also lies within the city.

Historically Merseyside has grown from a rural community to a bustling urban sprawl, and much of this growth is down to the county’s docks. The city of Liverpool, Birkenhead and Bootle docks were all

massively enriched by the slave-trade in the 18th century and by ship-building until more recent times, as well as being the first step on the road to America in the 19th and early 20th centuries: the ill-fated Titanic was constructed in Liverpool’s ship-yards.

With Liverpool’s Capital of Culture status the area has seen large investment recently, which can only add to its draw for tourists; although a county that can boast the biggest band in history, two of the nation’s biggest football clubs, the world’s largest Anglican cathedral, Tate Liverpool and Wayne Rooney probably needs little help.

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Merseyside Introduction

Area Map 9 Southport 1 11 13

5/6

7 M-58

14

M-6

12

Crosby

Ashton-in-Makerfield 3

Knowsley

Bootle

St. Helens

8

Newton-le-Willows M-62

Prescot Wallasey 15

M-6

M-57

Liverpool

Birkenhead 2

Widnes 4

10

Ellesmere Port M-53

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Royal Birkdale 2.

Royal Liverpool 3.

Ashton in Makerfield 4. Caldy 5. Formby 6.

Formby Ladies 7.

Formby Hall 8.

Haydock Park

9. Hesketh 10. Heswall 11. Hillside 12. Houghwood 13. Southport & Ainsdale 14. West Lancashire 15. Wirral Ladies

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Open Championship Course Royal Birkdale

Royal Birkdale Golf Club Royal Birkdale, one of Britain’s finest golf clubs has been voted the No 1 course in England and is among the best in the World. Having previously hosted two Ryder Cups, the Walker and Curtis Cups, the Women’s British Open and on nine occasions the Open Championship.

Looking ahead it is proud to be hosting in 2013 The Senior Open Championship for the first time and The Ricoh Women’s British Open Championship returns again in 2014.

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Open Championship Course Photographs by Alan C. Birch

Royal Birkdale

The stunning coastal resort of Southport is host to the finest links courses in England. This is the home of Royal Birkdale, for many golfers, quite simply, the best of all the great golf courses to have staged The Open Championship. Among the many great courses along the Northwest coast, Royal Birkdale stands out as a perfect example of links golf. It is currently voted by Golf Monthly as the best course in England and the 4th best course in the British Isle and in a survey commissioned by Planet Golf for Golfing Digest it was listed as the 18th best courses outside of the United States.

The growing stature of the club was acknowledged in 1951 when the King gave his permission for the club to be known as The Royal Birkdale Golf Club. The course has been the stage for many great golf championships including the Amateur Championship, the Walker Cup, the Curtis Cup, the Ryder Cup and the Women’s British Open. On nine occasions the greatest championship, The Open, has been played here, the most recent in 2008. In 2005, the club was the venue for both the Amateur Championship and the Women’s British Open which Royal Birkdale will host again in 2010.

The Club was formed in 1889, starting life as a nine hole course. In 1897 the decision was taken to move to Birkdale Hills where an 18 hole course was constructed. The course underwent considerable changes in the mid 1930’s when the current Clubhouse was built. There was further restructuring in the 1960’s and in the early 1990’s all of the greens were reconstructed and redesigned.

In preparation for the Open Championship in 2008 and as a part of the Club’s on going improvement there have been some significant alterations carried out from 2005 to 2007 which have enabled the Club to retain its position as one of the finest links courses.

The Championship Course now measures 7.180 yards. Visitors generally play the yellow tees which at 6.381 yards is a test in itself even for the most accomplished golfer. The wind, whistling down the fairways when it comes from the sea, adds to the challenge.

Each hole runs through a landscape of high dunes, the fairways are flat and fair and from the tee there is generally a clear view of the task ahead. Each hole is memorable, from The Open Championship tee the 13th measure 498 yards, one of the longest par 4s in championship golf.

Even in the early days, the Birkdale Club was forward-thinking, with the members voting in favour of allowing ladies to use the links from 1889. Indeed, one of the first tournaments held was the 1909 Ladies’ British Open Match play Championship.

Visitors to the course can walk in the footsteps of many of golf’s legends, among them Open Winners, Peter Thomson, a double winner at Royal Birkdale, Arnold Palmer, Lee Trevino, Johnny Miller and Tom Watson. On the 16th hole, a plaque commemorates Arnold Palmer’s great shot in appalling weather conditions, on the way to his Open win 1961.

The clubhouse was designed to resemble an Ocean Liner cruising through the sand hills of Birkdale. It too has undergone significant changes over the years but it has retained its distinctive art-deco style. The balconies and handrails have been replaced with enormous bay window in providing spectacular views of the 18th green and it is the only place to be on the last afternoon of The Open.

Contact Details Royal Birkdale Golf Club Waterloo Road, Birkdale, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 2LX Telephone: 01704 568857 secretary@royalbirkdale.com www.royalbirkdale.com 1. How to Find The club is one and half miles south of Southport town centre on the A565 - Waterloo Road between Southport and Ainsdale.Drivers approaching from the North should use the M6, exit at Junction 29, Leyland, to the A582, A59 and A565. Drivers from the South, via the M6, M62, M57 and A5147. Traffic from Central Lancashire should use the M58, exit at Junction 3, Rainford, to the A570. Traffic from Wales and the Wirral should use the M53, Queensway Tunnel to the A565.

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Open Championship Course Royal Liverpool

Royal Liverpool Golf Club The Hoylake links can be, by turns, beautiful, uplifting, awe inspiring and, on occasion, souldestroying. They were created to be a demanding test of golf and remain so, and they lie at the very heart of the history and development of golf in Great Britain. It has been the host for both The Walker & Curtis Cups in the past together with 11 Open Championships.

It is with pride that it will be hosting The Ricoh Women’s British Open for the first time in 2012 and looks forward to The Open Championship returning again in 2014.

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Open Championship Course Photographs by Alan C. Birch

Built in 1869, on what was then the racecourse of the Liverpool Hunt Club, Hoylake is the oldest of all the English seaside courses with the exception of Westward Ho! in Devon, which was established just a few years earlier. Robert Chambers and George Morris were commissioned to lay out the original Hoylake course, which was extended to 18 holes in 1871. This was also the year in which the Club was granted its Royal designation thanks to the patronage of His Royal Highness The Duke of Connaught.

For the first seven years of its life the land still performed its original function, doubling as a golf course and a horse racing track - indeed, echoes of this heritage can be found today in the names of the first and eighteenth holes, Course and Stand, while the original saddling bell still hangs in the club house. Once the horses had been dispatched to pastures new Hoylake began to take its place in the history of golf in general and of the amateur game in particular.

In 1885 the links hosted the first Amateur Championship; in 1902 the first international match between England and Scotland, later to become the Home Internationals; and, in 1921, the first international match between Great Britain and the United States of America, which we now know as The Walker Cup. In fact, it is Royal Liverpool Golf Club’s contribution to the amateur game that has set it apart from all other clubs in England.

Although, at the end of the nineteenth century, it was the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews that took on the role of the governing body in golf as the game developed, it was at Hoylake that the rules of amateur status were laid down. Ironically it was John Ball, who was to become the Club’s greatest player, who almost fell foul of them.

In 1878, when he was just sixteen years old, Ball had finished tied for 4th place in the Open Championship with Bob Martin of St Andrews.

Although Ball lost the play-off for fourth place the following day there was still a money prize due to him from the purse. The sum involved was only one pound but John Morris advised the young John Ball to put the money in his pocket. It was this incident, recalled seven years later, that came back to haunt

Royal Liverpool

Ball when he wanted to enter the Amateur Championship. Ball had accepted prize money and therefore was technically a “professional”.

The rules were, however, diplomatically but conveniently adjusted to enable Ball to play.

John Ball’s influence on amateur golf, together with that of Harold Hilton who was also a Hoylake player, cannot be over emphasised.

Between them they dominated the amateur game of that era and the pair was also a major influence on the professional game, each of them winning the Open Championship as amateurs. John Ball won the Amateur Championship eight times between l888 and l9l2 and was runner-up twice. He won the Open Championship in l890, the first Englishman and the first amateur to do so, and also took the amateur title the same year.

Harold Hilton’s record was just as impressive.

He won the Open twice, in l892 (the first year the Open was played over 72 holes) and again five years later, making him the only amateur apart from John Ball and Bobby Jones to win the title. His victory at Hoylake in 1897 was marked 100 years later by the creation of a new, annual Harold Hilton Medal tournament open to amateur golfers aged 30 or more and handicap 5 or less.

Hilton also won the Amateur Championship four times, was runner-up on three occasions and won the US Amateur Championship in 1911, the year in which he also held the British title. The man was obviously no slacker - in the same year he still found time to become the first editor of the new Golf Monthly magazine.

No history of Hoylake would be complete without mention of the legendary Bobby Jones. In 1930 the club was privileged to host his winning of the Open Championship, a victory that would become the second leg of his remarkable Grand Slam - the winning in the same year of the Amateur and Open Championships of both Great Britain and the United States. Shortly afterwards, a mere twenty-eight years old, Bobby Jones found himself with no golfing peaks left to conquer and he retired from the game.

Much time has passed since then, but the Hoylake links, despite their at first glance flat

and benign appearance, are still very much among the toughest and most demanding tests of golf. Work is currently ongoing and almost finished on the links to improve the playability of the same for players of all standards. This work is being carried out under the direction of the eminent Architect Dr. Martin Hawtree.

In July 2006 the fabled mighty winds did not blow. But there was no denying that another mighty champion was born... in the shape of one Eldrick “Tiger” Woods.

Contact Details Royal Liverpool Golf Club Meols Drive, Hoylake Wirral CH47 4AL Telephone: 0151 632 3101 bookings@royal-liverpool-golf.com www.royal-liverpool-golf.com 2. How to Find Royal Liverpool Golf Club is situated on Meols Drive (A540) between Hoylake and West Kirby, 10 minutes from Junction 2 of the M53 and less than 1 hour from Manchester International Airport.

Leave M53 at Junction 2, follow A551 to Moreton and then A553 to Hoylake. Continue straight ahead at the roundabout in Hoylake (railway station is on the left) and the Club is 300 yards along Meols Drive on the right.

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Ashton-in-Makerfield Golf Club (Established 1902) Garswood Park, Ashton in Makerfield Wigan, WN4 0YT

Ashton-in-Makerfield

Telephone: 01942 727267 secretary@ashton-in-makerfieldgolfclub.co.uk

www.ashton-in-makerfieldgolfclub.co.uk 3. How to Find From The North M6 exit at junction 24. Turn right at top of slip road. At next set of lights (Ashton Cross) turn 180° left into the Golf Club drive.

From The South & East M6 exit at Junction 23. Follow signs for Ashton / Wigan. Pass entrance to Haydock Park Race course. At the next set of lights turn left onto theA58 to St Helens. Through the next set of lights over the M6 & at the next set of lights (Ashton Cross) turn 180° left into the Golf Club.

Ashton-in-Makerfield Golf Club is a great 18 hole course, famous not only for its welcome to first time visitors, but for its striking panoramic views towards Manchester and beyond. The inward nine holes are particularly demanding (especially on a windy day) with some difficult driving holes through heavily wooded areas. Special care should be taken on the 5th, 11th and 16th holes.

The course was founded by long time cricketing pals Tom Mayall and Andrew Molyneux, and celebrated its Centenary back in 2002.

Ashton-in-Makerfield Golf Club has certainly taken giant steps in the quest to produce a

top quality golf course, with excellent facilities and staff to deliver those aspirations.

Facilities The developments range from 2 new holes being designed and constructed to enable the club to play 18 holes during a United Utilities pipeline project, a Professional who ‘went back to school’ and achieved full playing privileges on the Senior European Tour and a Manager with almost 30 years County playing experience.

All of this adding to the existing assets of a vibrant Club which welcomes Societies, visitors, wedding and anniversary functions and provides a wide range of entertainments.

Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 70 • 6205 • 5918 • 5306 H ole

Par

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

1

4 373

10

4

365

2

4 416

11

4

450

3

5 494

12

4

349

4

3 197

13

3

177

5

4 383

14

4

368

6

4 378

15

3

165

7

3 157

16

4

456

8

4 380

17

5

496

9

4 304

18

4

297

Open Competitions

New Members - Limited number of vacancies available Open Competitions THE LADIES OPEN ‘TURKEY TROT’ - Wed 24th Oct ‘12 SENIOR’S OPEN - Tue 7th May ‘13 THE BOARDMAN’S OPEN - Sun 16th Jun ‘13 SENIOR’S OPEN - Tue 25th Jun ‘13 THE LADIES OPEN 2013 - Fri 5th Jul ‘13 SENIOR’S OPEN - Tue 27th Aug ‘13 Visit our new state of the art indoor Teaching Facility run by Professional, Peter Allan

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Caldy Golf Club Limited Links Hey Road, Caldy, Wirral Merseyside, CH48 1NB Telephone: 0151 625 5660 golfcaldygc@btconnect.com www.caldygolfclub.co.uk

4. How to Find

Facilities 2 Lounges, Bar, Restaurant, Snooker Room, Putting Green, Practice Range, Buggies, Trolleys, Club Hire, Pro Shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6707 • 6324 • 5792 (70) • 5798 (74) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 3 4 4 5 4 5 3 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

369 152 346 331 532 376 479 142 404

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

3 5 4 4 4 4 4 3 5

179 509 425 337 368 334 401 145 495

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Caldy

Exit Jct. 2 from the M53 and follow the Upton By-pass (A5027) onto Frankby Road (B5139) before turning left onto Hillbark Road (B5140). Turn right onto Montgomery Hill (B5141), this road leads onto Caldy Road (B5140).

Then turn left onto Croft Drive East and left again onto Links Hey Road.

Playing at Caldy is one of the most rewarding golfing experiences one can enjoy on the beautiful Wirral Peninsula. Golfers from the UK and abroad are always welcome to share the Club’s challenging course, vast Practice Ground and Excellent Clubhouse facilities.

From the often breezy cliff top holes, breathtaking views can be enjoyed over the River Dee Estuary towards the three Hilbre Islands and the mountains and coastline of Wales. In contrast, the heathland inner holes offer a more tranquil rural vista towards Thurstaston Hill and adjacent farmland. This glorious combination of links

and inland holes make for a memorable game for golfers of all standards.

Hole 3. Par 4, “Sands of Dee” A superb dog-leg right. The fairway sweeps around two sets of bunkers well placed to catch both short and long hitters. A good tee shot will leave a demanding approach to a well guarded green and a stunning backdrop over the Dee Estuary.

Hole 6. Par 4, “Donga” An extremely challenging hole, the last one along the cliff edge. Rough and out of bounds over the cliff on the left make the tee shot tight.

Please visit our website for the latest offers www.caldygolfclub.co.uk Telephone: 0151 625 5660. Email: golf@caldygolfclub.co.uk

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Formby Golf Club Golf Road, Freshfield Liverpool, L37 1LQ Telephone: 01704 872164 teetimes@formbygolfclub.co.uk www.formbygolfclub.co.uk

5. How to Find

Formby

From the Motorway Network at the junction of the M57/M58 take the signposts to Formby. On the A565 from Liverpool turn left at the 2nd roundabout (with BP station) towards Formby Golf Club, Formby Point and Freshfield station.

Immediately after the station turn right into Golf Road and enter the club through the automatic barrier.

Set in the sand dunes and pinewoods of Formby the terrain ensures that accuracy is always at a premium. Heather protects much of the rough and caution is definitely required whether playing off the tee or in approaching the well protected greens. This is a course of contrasts.

Formby has always regarded itself as a top amateur course though it has been used for the Open Championship on 3 occasions (1924, 1971 and 1996). The Amateur Championship has been held here on four occasions, the most recent being 2009. The winner Matteo Manassero is the youngest ever winner of the championship at 16 years of age.

Hole 7, Par 4, 368 yards (yellow tee) This is such a great hole but needs some thought. To hit a good approach to this sloping green your tee shot ideally needs to be central at the top of the hill. With your approach we’d advise trying to leave yourself below the flag stick giving you an uphill putt.

Hole 12, Par 4, 385 yards (yellow tee) Regarded as one of the best holes on the course.

A left of centre tee shot will leave a good angle to approach the green. There is a large bunker on the left side of the green and the main trouble is short, so make sure you take enough club to allow you a possible birdie opportunity.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Accommodation, Snooker Room, Putting Green, Practice Ground, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 7031 • 6725 • 6489 • 6048 (70) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 4 5 4 3 4 4 5 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

394 372 449 310 153 385 368 470 444

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

3 4 4 4 4 4 3 5 4

178 376 385 370 411 393 120 477 384

June, July 2012 Monday - Friday £115.00 per person, 18 or 36 holes Saturday & Sunday £130.00 per person, 18 hole only, after 3.30 pm Summer Twilight: June, July & September 2012 £55.00 per person, after 5pm. Available Monday, Tuesday & Thursday.

GREAT DEALS for 2012

Gentleman’s Dormy £45.00 per person per night to include bed and breakfast. Dormy guests have the added benefit of playing in members tee times and playing 36 holes over two days. Greenfee dependant upon time of year. Sleeps up to 10 people. Four twin rooms and two single rooms.

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Formby Ladies Golf Club Golf Road, Formby Liverpool, L37 1YH Telephone: 01704 873493 secretary@formbyladiesgolfclub.co.uk www.formbyladiesgolfclub.co.uk

6. How to Find

Formby Ladies

From the Motorway Network at the junction of the M57/M58 take the signposts to Formby. On the A565 from Liverpool turn left at the 2nd roundabout (with BP station) towards Formby Golf Club, Formby Point and Freshfield station.

Immediately after the station turn right into Golf Road and enter the club through the automatic barrier.

Formby Ladies Golf Club is situated at the heart of ‘England’s Golf Coast’ set amongst a magnificent tract of sand hills and pine forest. Founded in 1896, we believe Formby Ladies’ is the only truly independent Ladies Golf Club in Britain. The Course is part of the Ainsdale Sand Dunes National Nature Reserve managed by Natural England.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Practice Ground, Putting Green, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information

Formby Ladies Golf Club is able to offer week days and weekend tee times on both Saturday and Sunday and is delighted to welcome both male and female visitors. Many visitors return year after year to play the course with friends, in societies or in our extremely popular Open

18 holes, Par 71, SSS 72 • 5374 yards H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 5 3 4 3 4 4 5 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

261 417 129 287 122 412 251 428 322

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

5 4 3 4 4 4 3 4 4

422 307 158 385 301 374 128 324 346

Winter Warmer Available: 1 November 2012 – 31 March 2013 Monday - Friday

Saturday - Sunday

Tee-time (no food): £140

Tee-time (no food): £160

Winter Warmer tee-time: £156 (to include soup & sandwiches)

Winter Warmer tee-time: £176 (to include soup & sandwiches)

Green fee of the day: £35

Green fee of the day: £40

Competitions. Over the years we have hosted many prestigious competitions at County, National and International level including the British Girls Home Internationals, the British Men’s Seniors and the British Women’s Seniors.

With challenging fairways, heathery rough and greens well protected by pot bunkers, Formby Ladies provides visitors with a unique experience. Open Champion Greg Norman said of Formby Ladies ‘Over a hundred years old and still your course can stand the test of time. What a beautiful course.

It clearly shows that courses do not have to be 7000 yards plus to be formidable’.

4 rounds of golf for £112 1st November 2012 – 31st March 2013. Terms & Conditions apply.

Advanced booking required Formby Ladies Golf Club Golf Road, Formby, Liverpool, L37 1YH Telephone: 01704 873493 secretary@formbyladiesgolfclub.co.uk www.formbyladiesgolfclub.co.uk

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Formby Hall Golf Resort and Spa Southport Old Road, Southport Merseyside L37 OAB Telephone: 01704 875699 Email enquiries via website www.formbyhallgolfresort.co.uk

7. How to Find

Formby Hall

From M62: Exit towards M57/ Southport. Turn left at A5036/Dunnings Bridge Road. Turn right at A5207/ Copy Lane. Take 2nd right at A5207/ Northern Perimeter Rd, turn right at Lydiate Lane and right again at A565/ Park View. At roundabout, take 3rd exit onto Southport Old Road.

From Liverpool: (14 miles) Head West on A580 towards A59/Byrom Street.

Turn left at Leeds Street. Turn right at A565/Great Howard Street. Turn right at A565/ The By-pass. Take 3rd exit at roundabout to Southport Old Road.

Formby Hall Golf Resort and Spa, opened in 1996, is one of the newest golf facilities on England’s Golf Coast but has already built an enviable reputation, for its two golf courses, its state-of-the-art PGA National Golf Academy and its luxurious 4-star hotel. Hewn from marshland, six miles south of Southport and at the heart of England’s Golf Coast.

Formby Hall Golf Resort and Spa features a fine 18-hole course and a challenging 9-hole course which is ideal for experienced golfers and beginners alike. The 18-hole course hosted two events on the Challenge Tour, the 2004 ADT English Seniors’ Open, and

in 2009 staged its first EuroPro Tour event.

Formby Hall’s 18-hole lay-out features a series of testing holes protected by water and well-placed-bunkers. Water, in fact, can be found on 16 out of the 18 holes.

The 16th is a picturesque yet extremely testing par 3, with a 170-yard carry over water, and 6 well placed greenside bunkers waiting to catch any errant tee shot leaves very little margin for error, and a Par-3 on the card is true reward for selecting the right club. The Resort enjoyed a £15 million development in 2008 which has resulted in the completion of a stylish new 4-star 62-bedroom hotel and luxury Spa.

Facilities 4 star Hotel & Spa, Clubhouse Restaurant & Bar, 9 hole par 3 course, PGA Golf Academy, Driving Range, Putting Greens, Short Game Area, Buggies, Trolleys, Lessons, Club Fitting, Pro shop Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 7081 • 6833 • 6462 • 5577 (73) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 3 5 4 4 3 5 4 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

342 171 476 340 437 178 492 373 352

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 4 4 3 5 4 3 4 5

292 373 446 190 558 446 145 341 510

Monday to Thursday £30 per person on the Old Course Play as a 4 ball from 12pm for £100 Book online or direct using promo code FH18 Offers valid until 31 October 2012.

For further information or to make a booking enquiry call 01704 875 699 to speak to a member of our golf events team Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa, Southport Old Road, Formby, Merseyside L37 0AB www.formbyhallgolfresort.co.uk

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Haydock Park Golf Club Golborne Park, Newton Lane Newton-Le-Willows Merseyside WA12 0HX Telephone: 01925 228525 secretary@haydockparkgc.co.uk www.haydockparkgc.co.uk 8. How to Find

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Buggies, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6073 • 5826 • 5390 • 5097 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 3 5 3 5 4 4 3 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

404 166 484 110 503 317 303 170 424

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 4 3 4 4 5 4 4 3

354 370 140 434 282 493 320 369 183

Haydock Park

From M6, Junction 23 Exit junction 23 towards St Helens/ LiverpoolA580. Road merges onto E Lancashire Rd/A49 (signs for Manchester/A580). At the roundabout, take the 4th exit onto A580 heading towards M6/St Helens, turn left at Newton Lane, golf club is on your left.

Founded in 1877, Haydock Park Golf Club is a well-established golf course situated near Haydock Park Racecourse. It is a mature parkland course of just over 6,000 yards.

The course was designed by the famous golf course architect James Braid.

Haydock Park is one of the North West’s premier golf clubs; it’s tree-lined fairways and well bunkered greens make scoring well a real challenge, for both high and low handicappers. We welome visitors every day during the week except Tuesdays (Ladies Only) and weekends. The Club is an excellent friendly venue for a day’s golf offering superb

catering and clubhouse decor. Being very convenient to the M6/A580 junction, the Club is readily accessible from all directions.

Signature Hole Rated by many members as the feature hole on the course, the par 4, 6th has a daunting drive down a funnel of trees from a magnificent three tiered tee. With out of bounds all the way down the right and two bunkers placed perfectly to catch the slightest fade a drive to the left center is ideal as this fairway also slopes from left to right. A very large and high cross bunker 29 yards from the green makes distance judgement difficult.

Haydock Park Golf Club Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside, WA12 0HX 2013 Open dates Friday 10th May - Gents Senior Pairs Open Sunday 2nd June - Mixed Open Friday 28th June - 4 Person Team Open Thursday 11th July - Gents Seniors Team Open Thursday 8th August - Ladies Team Open Sunday 25th August - Charity Mixed Open Friday 20th September - Gents Seniors Pairs Open

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Hesketh Golf Club Cockle Dick’s Lane Southport, PR9 9QQ Telephone: 01704 536897 Email enquiries via website www.heskethgolfclub.co.uk

9. How to Find

Hesketh

Hesketh is at Cockle Dick’s Lane which is off Cambridge Road. Cambridge Road is the A565, the main road between Southport and Preston.

The turn off to Cockle Dick’s Lane is almost 2 miles North of Southport Town Centre along the A565.

To get to Southport from the M6, take J26 exit and continue along M58 until the Southport exit.

Follow the A577 and then the A570 through Ormskirk to Southport.

Hesketh Golf Club in Southport is set amidst the towering Victorian villas of Southport’s premier residential area - Hesketh Park, & is the town’s oldest golf club, founded in 1885. Standing alone on the crest of a tall sandhill, the clubhouse dominates the golf course, and the surrounding district.

The course is at the northern end of southwest Lancashire`s sand dune system, which is the home of so many great golf courses.

Professional championship golf has been played on these famous old links from the club`s earliest days, and the course is regularly used as a final qualifying course when The

Open is played at Royal Birkdale. The course sets a unique challenge with half of the holes threaded through tall sand dunes; whilst the other holes border the Ribble estuary.

15th, Par 4. A blind tee shot over a large sand dune looks imposing. The ideal line is the church spire. With large sand dunes covered in rough on the right and left a straight tee shot is a must. An accurate approach shot is then needed to avoid the pot bunker which guards the right side of the green.16th.

Without doubt the most picturesque par 3 on the course. A long iron is usually needed to a green surrounded by bunkers and sand dunes.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Buggies, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6764 • 6691 • 6115 • 5639 (74) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 3 4 3 4 4 4 4 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

363 158 317 155 360 438 433 377 411

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 3 4 5 4 4 3 5 4

298 163 380 466 375 358 174 479 450

WINTER BOOKINGS NOW BEING TAKEN 1st November 2012 to 31st March 2013

Wednesday, Thursday & Friday - £35 18 holes of golf and either a bacon roll/coffee or soup and sandwiches

Monday to Friday inclusive - £30 18 holes of golf only

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Heswall Golf Club Cottage Lane, Gayton Wirral, CH60 8PB Telephone: 0151 342 1237 secretary@heswallgolfclub.com www.heswallgolfclub.com

10. How to Find

Facilities Lounge, Bar, Catering Facilities, Putting Green, Indoor Teaching Facility, Trolleys, Buggies, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6882 • 6624 • 6272 • 5773 (74) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 4 4 3 5 4 3 4 5

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

421 393 351 209 545 335 158 330 511

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 4 5 4 3 4 3 5 4

431 350 509 450 136 460 183 518 334

Heswall

Exit Jct. 4 from the M53 and take the 2nd turning on the left marked “Heswall 4 miles”. Follow the A5137 to the roundabout, where you will see the Devon Doorway pub on the right. Bear right and follow the signs for “Gayton / Heswall Golf Club”.

Situated on the Wirral Peninsula, nestled between North Wales and the English Golf Coasts, Heswall Golf Club is a distinguished and beautiful 18 hole, 6,882 yard parkland course.

It is within easy reach of the cities of Manchester, Liverpool and Chester with breathtaking views of the Welsh hills from the banks of the Dee Estuary, overlooking one of the United Kingdom’s premier RSPB World Bird Sanctuaries, providing an unrivalled and peaceful environment for any golfer to enjoy this wonderful venue.

The course presents a variety of challenges for short and long handicap players and has been the venue for a number of national

championships in recent years. The club has a very active playing membership and in recent years, has hosted the Wirral Classic and a number of county, national and international fixtures.

Whether you are visiting Heswall Golf Club as an individual visitor or as a guest of a member, with a society or corporate event, our recently renovated clubhouse will provide you with a place for unparalleled relaxation as you enjoy a drink, snack or full restaurant facility whilst taking in the fantastic panoramic views of the course and Dee Estuary from the comfort of our open glass fronted extended patio.

Heswall Golf Club Over a Century of Challenges

Visiting Parties and Societies welcome - contact General Manager Graham Capewell to discuss your requirements.

Please visit our website: www.heswallgolfclub.com for latest details and offers.

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Hillside Golf Club The Clubhouse, Hastings Road, Hillside, Southport, PR8 2LU Telephone: 01704 567169 secretary@hillside-golfclub.co.uk www.hillside-golfclub.co.uk

11. How to Find

Hillside

Hillside Golf Club is located to the south of Southport Town Centre, just off the A565 (Waterloo Road).

From the M6 turn off at Junction 26 onto the M58. Follow the A570 Southport signs off the M58.

From the A570, follow the A565 south, then turn off onto Hastings Road by Hillside Train Station.

A round of golf at Hillside is a truly memorable experience and many visitors consider the course equal to anything the Open Championship venues have to offer. To sample links golf at its finest, ensure Hillside is on your schedule.

From the white tees the course at Hillside measures just over 7,000 yards meandering through majestic sandhills and tranquil pinewoods. From the blue tees the course is a more manageable 6,558 yards.

Many of the holes have elevated tees with fantastic views over the Irish Sea. After playing

the course, Greg Norman wrote to the Club saying that “The back nine were the best in Britain”, while Jack Nicklaus described the course as “A wild looking links”.

11th, Par 5. Many regard this as Hillside’s signature hole, certainly the view from the tee is worth lingering over, on a clear day the fells of the Lake District can be seen to the North. But it’s also a stern test that’s often played into the wind.

16th, Par 3. This is one of the best par 3’s you will play in England. It’s quite a long way but is often played down wind. A Mackenzie splits the green into two tiers - no bunkers required!

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Trolleys, Driving range, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 7029 • 6558 • 6160 • 5888 (75) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 5 4 3 5 4 3 4 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

386 493 340 175 482 344 143 365 376

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

3 5 4 4 4 4 3 5 4

135 493 357 336 344 359 149 491 392

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Houghwood Golf Billinge Hill, Crank Road, St Helens, WA11 8RL Telephone: 01744 89 44 44 office@houghwoodgolf.co.uk www.houghwoodgolfclub.co.uk

12. How to Find

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Function/Conference Room, Putting Green, Buggies, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6374 • 5990 • 5341 16th, Par 3. 204 yards (white tee) “Little Cinder”. The view from the tee is worth the green fee alone. A 50ft drop in elevation from tee to green & unpredictable wind directions make club selection here a little tricky. A large undulating green which is protected by a large left hand side bunker accepts a well struck tee shot with anything from a 3 wood to a wedge and two putts gives the golfer a great sense of achievement.

HOUGHWOOD

Leave M6 at Junction 23 - Follow signs for A580 Liverpool At 3rd set of lights turn right onto A571 to Wigan (Waterside Inn on your right) Follow this road to Billinge till you reach a mini roundabout. Turn left into Rainford Road Proceed for approx 1 mile till you approach a right fork on a left hand bend (Gores Lane). Take this fork to a T junction. Turn right into Crank Road, go over a hump back bridge and start to climb the hill. The golf course is now on your right hand side The entrance is located on the right between a stone barn and a bungalow.

Houghwood was constructed during 1994/95, amidst some 132 acres, and has magnificent panoramic views over the Lancashire plain and the Welsh hills which makes Houghwood an interesting course to play.

At par 71 and 6374 yards for men, and 5341 yards for ladies, it provides a stimulating and enjoyable test for golfers of all handicaps.

The large greens built to USGA specification are probably the finest in the area and a permanant track allows the use of the large fleet of buggies and trolleys the whole year round.

The specially designed stone clubhouse

Twilight Drive & Dine Offers Available on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday

September after 5pm 9 holes & Fish & Chips - £15 September after 3pm 18 holes & Fish & Chips - £20 October after 4pm 9 holes & Cumbrian Steak Pie & Chips - £15 GOLF – BAR – RESTAURANT Open to Non Members

October after 2pm 18 holes & Cumbrian Steak Pie & Chips - £20

compliments the parkland surroundings and features a spacious Spike bar and terrace overlooking the 18th green.

Houghwood provides quality facilities, friendly, professional service and superb value for money.

Corporate Golf Whether a corporate member or visitor to Houghwood we aim to offer a personal service with a professional approach. With our superb venue and convenient location we can ensure that your corporate golf not only promotes your business but is enjoyed and remembered by colleagues and clents alike.

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Southport & Ainsdale Golf Club Bradshaws Lane, Ainsdale, Southport, PR8 3LG

Southport & Ainsdale

Telephone: 01704 578000 Email enquiries via website www.sandagolfclub.co.uk

13. How to Find From M6, exit junction 26, take the M58 to Liverpool/Southport. Exit at junction 3 to A570/St Helens/ Southport. Turn left at A577/Park Rd, then left at A577/Church Street, continue onto A570 Southport Rd. Turn left at A5147. Turn right at Carr Moss Lane. Continue onto Segars Lane. At roundabout take 3rd exit onto A565/Liverpool Rd. Turn left at Bradshaws Lane.

Southport & Ainsdale Golf Club is a true championship links course, with first class facilities to match. The course is set amongst the dunes on the North West coastline and is another of course designer, James Braid’s great creations.

The club has hosted two Ryder Cup matches in 1933 and 1937 and a number of other prestigious championships including The British Ladies Open and The British Amateur.

It remains a final qualifying course for The Open Championship and it has been voted by one golf magazine as among the top 50 courses in Great Britain.

The course is a magnificent test of golf, especially with the sea breeze, profusion of heather and gorse combining to provide you with a challenging and immensely enjoyable experience.

Hole 16, Par 5. “Gumbleys”. Certainly the feature hole on the course. A straight tee shot is required towards the sleepers some 300 yards away. A good drive leaves a blind second shot over a 20ft high bank of sleepers. On reaching the brow of the hill, you will see a long narrow green in front of a high links dune. This very picturesque hole demands respect, offering a birdie opportunity – but many cards have been wrecked here.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Buggies, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6768 • 6339 (71) • 5912 • 5676 H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

3 5 4 4 4 4 5 3 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

185 504 385 313 400 372 478 147 447

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

3 4 4 3 4 4 5 4 4

158 426 407 145 380 333 490 430 339

Southport & Ainsdale Golf Club. Bradshaws Lane, Ainsdale, Southport, PR8 3LG. Telephone: 01704 578000. www.sandagolfclub.co.uk

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The West Lancashire Golf Club Hall Road West, Blundellsands Liverpool, L23 8SZ

THE West Lancashire

Telephone: 0151 924 1076 golf@westlancashiregolf.co.uk www.westlancashiregolf.co.uk

14. How to Find From M6. At junction 21A, exit onto M62 toward Liverpool/Warrington (N)/ Southport/M57. At junction 6, exit onto M57 toward Docks/Prescot/Southport.

Turn left onto Dunnings Bridge Rd/A5036.

Turn right onto Copy Ln/A5207. Turn left onto Quarry Rd/A565. Go through 1 roundabout. Turn right onto Coronation Rd/B5193. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Cooks Rd. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Manor. Turn left onto Hall Rd E. Turn right, destination will be on the left Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Trolleys, Indoor Teaching Room, Lessons, Pro shop

Imaginative and varied in layout, the course has so much more to offer than simply a wonderful experience of classic links with stunning views of the Mersey Estuary, and the Welsh Mountains.

Final Qualifying Course 2012 Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 7055 • 6772 • 6239 (70) • 5834 (74) H ole

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Par

4 5 3 4 5 3 4 4 4

The West Lancashire Golf Club was founded in 1873 and is among the ten oldest golf clubs in England, and boasts one of the most natural and testing links in the British Isles.

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

436 489 159 411 478 156 358 446 403

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 5 3 4 4 4 5 3 4

358 561 179 371 447 395 530 167 428

Our recently refurbished modern clubhouse offers state of the art facilities. In its comfortable bars, dining rooms and lounges you can relax after your round on the links and

take in the spectacular views while enjoying a drink and sampling our excellent food.

At West Lancashire we are proud of our history and challenging championship links where visitors are most welcome throughout the year. We look forward to welcoming you for a round in the near future.

Signature Hole Hole 14, ‘Bell’. Par 4, 447 yards (Blue Tee) The most difficult hole on the course. The tee shot needs to be in the order of 300 yards to give an unobstructed view of the green. If you cannot see the green, play short and left. No bunkers around this green, you will see why.

Call us on: 0151 924 1076 or visit our website for the latest offers: www.westlancashiregolf.co.uk

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Wirral Ladies’ Golf Club 93 Bidston Road, Prenton, Wirral, CH43 6TS Telephone: 0151 652 1255 wirral.ladies@btconnect.com www.wirral-ladies-golf-club.co.uk

15. How to Find

Wirral Ladies’

Exit the M53 at junction 3 and follow the signs for Birkenhead. Follow Woodchurch Road (A552) and turn left onto Storeton Road (B5151) which merges into Ingestre Road then Talbot Road and finally Bidston Road.

Facilities

Wirral Ladies’ is a delightful, undulating heathland course combining heather, gorse and natural woodland. At around 5,000 yards this compact course can be played in a little over three hours, making it a perfect venue for a half day outing, corporate day or for those with limited time to spare.

This historic venue was originally created in 1894 for the wives and families of Royal Liverpool members. The course was designed by local lad Harry Hilton, twice a winner of the Open including at his home club Royal Liverpool in 1897. His clever design offers a subtle challenge which is about so much more than how far

you can hit the ball. The course was recently given a four star review and described as “a short but fine test of golf” in a national golf publication. The course occupies the highest land on the Wirral Peninsula with sandstone bedrock and this geological feature, together with the considerable investment made by the club in drainage improvements, means that the course drains quickly after heavy rain and the full greens are normally in use all year round.

The recently refurbished locker and bathroom areas have improved facilities for members and visitors alike and a warm welcome awaits in the clubhouse bar and dining room.

Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop.

The Clubhouse has a well known reputation for delicious home made cakes and confectionary; lunches, daily specials and afternoon teas are also available.

Course Information 18 holes, Par 68 • 5180 • 4954 (70) H ole

Par

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

4 3 4 4 4 4 4 3 4

Yards

H ole

Par

Yards

378 120 344 292 343 357 330 132 261

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

4 4 3 4 4 4 4 3 4

274 322 173 422 343 352 256 163 318

Offer valid from 01/10/12 to 31/03/13

WINTER WARMER £22.50 weekday, £27.50 weekend 18 holes of golf with sandwich and drink

BOOK VIA PRO SHOP: 0151 652 2468 Membership now open for ladies’, men & juniors - no joining fee. Society enquiries welcome

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Merseyside Directory

Ashton-In-Makerfield Golf Club Telephone: 01942 727267 www.ashton-in-makerfieldgolfclub.co.uk

Formby Golf Club Telephone: 01704 873090 www.formbygolfclub.co.uk

Prenton Golf Club Telephone: 0151 608 1636 www.prentongolfclub.co.uk

Aintree Golf Centre Telephone: 0151 523 5157 www.aintree.co.uk

Formby Hall Golf Club Telephone: 01704 875 699 www.formbyhallgolfclub.co.uk

Royal Birkdale Golf Club Telephone: 01704 568857 www.royalbirkdale.com

Allerton Park Golf Club Telephone: 0151 428 7490 Website n/a

Formby Ladies Golf Club Telephone: 01704 873 493 www.formbyladiesgolfclub.co.uk

Royal Liverpool Golf Club (Hoylake) Telephone: 0151 632 6737 www.royal-liverpool-golf.com

Arrowe Park Golf Club Telephone: 0151 677 1527 www.arroweparkgolfclub.com

Grange Park (St Helens) Golf Club Telephone: 01744 28785 www.grangeparkgolfclub.co.uk

Sherdley Park Golf Club Telephone: 01744 815516 www.sherdleyparkgolfclub.co.uk

The Bidston Golf Club Ltd. Telephone: 0151 638 3412 www.bidstongolf.co.uk

Haydock Park Golf Club Telephone: 01925 228525 www.haydockparkgc.co.uk

Southport and Ainsdale Golf Club Telephone: 01704 577316 www.sandagolfclub.co.uk

Blundells Hill Golf Club Telephone: 0151 4300100 www.blundellshill.co.uk

Hesketh Golf Club Telephone: 01704 536897 www.heskethgolfclub.co.uk

Southport Municipal Golf Club Telephone: 01704 535286 Website n/a

Bootle Golf Club Telephone: 0151 928 1371 Website n/a

Heswall Golf Club Telephone: 0151 342 7431 www.heswallgolfclub.com

Southport Old Links Golf Club Telephone: 01704 228207 www.southportoldlinksgolfclub.co.uk

Bowring Golf Club Telephone: 0151 480 8685 www.mackgolf.co.uk

Hillside Golf Club Telephone: 01704 568360 www.hillside-golfclub.co.uk

The North West National Golf & Country Club Telephone: 01744 885808 www.thenorthwestnational.co.uk

Brackenwood Golf Club Telephone: 0151 608 3093 www.brackenwoodgolf.co.uk

Houghwood Golf Club Telephone: 01744 89 47 54 www.houghwoodgolfclub.co.uk

Wallasey Golf Club Telephone: 0151 638 3888 www.wallaseygolfclub.com

Bromborough Golf Club Telephone: 0151 334 4499 www.bromboroughgolfclub.org.uk

Hoylake Municipal Golf Club Telephone: 0151 632 6823 www.hoylakegolfclub.com

Warren (Wallasey) Golf Club Telephone: 0151 639 5730 www.wirral.gov.uk

Caldy Golf Club Telephone: 0151 625 1818 www.caldygolfclub.co.uk

Huyton and Prescot Golf Club Telephone: 0151 489 2022 www.huytonandprescotgolf.co.uk

West Derby Golf Club Telephone: 0151 220 5478 www.westderbygc.co.uk

Childwall Golf Club Telephone: 0151 487 9871 www.childwallgolfclub.co.uk

Leasowe Golf Club Telephone: 0151 678 5460 www.leasowegolfclub.co.uk

West Lancashire Golf Club Telephone: 0151 924 5662 www.westlancashiregolf.co.uk

Eastham Lodge Golf Club Telephone: 0151 327 3008 www.easthamlodgegolfclub.co.uk

Lee Park Golf Club Telephone: 0151 498 4666 www.leepark.co.uk

Wirral Ladies Golf Club Telephone: 0151 652 2468 www.wirral-ladies-golf-club.co.uk

Eccleston Park Golf Club Telephone: 0151 493 0033 www.ecclestonepark@crown-golf.co.uk

Liverpool Municipal Golf Club Telephone: 0151 546 5435 www.liverpool.gov.uk

Woolton Golf Club Telephone: 0151 486 2298 www.wooltongolfclub.com

Formby Golf Centre Telephone: 01704 875 952 www.redteegolf.co.uk

Mossock Hall Golf Club Telephone: 01695 421717 www.mossockhallgolfclub.co.uk

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Cumbria The County of Cumbria includes the old counties of Cumberland, Westmorland, and part of North Lancashire.

Much of its appeal stems from the magnificent Lake District National Park and a range of steely mountains that stand guard over a veritable treasure trove of crowd-pleasing attractions.

riding, walking, heritage sites, attractions, gardens and stunning coastal scenery.

England’s second largest county – and its least populated – has a sense of wonder unequalled elsewhere thanks to its inspirational landscape, which can smile, brood or blaze depending on the season.

Cumbria is especially famous as the home of Beatrix Potter and Lake District has been the inspiration for generations of poets, the most famous of which is Wordsworth.

This unique County has something to suit everybody’s taste - great outdoor pursuits including waters sports, climbing, horse

This dazzling region covering almost 900 square miles contains no less than 16 ‘great’ lakes, as well as tarns, glacier-gouged valleys, chocolate-box villages – and even some marvellous beaches. It also boasts England’s five highest mountains and the country’s deepest lake. Cumbria and the Lake District is one of the great golfing areas of England, offering quality courses for the discriminating golfer in magnificent settings.

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Very few places in Britain can hope to compete with the undeniable beauty and romance offered by the county of Cumbria.

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1.

Silloth on Solway 2. Ulverston

A7

1

A69

Carlisle

A595

A596

M6

A595

A66 A66 M6

A591 A685 A595 Windemere

A6

M6 A590 A65 2 Barrow-in-Furness

“Cumbria and the Lake District is one of the great golfing areas of England, offering quality courses for the discriminating golfer in magnificent settings.�

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Silloth Golf Club The Club House, Station Road Silloth, Wigton, CA7 4BL Telephone: 01697 331304 office@sillothgolfclub.co.uk www.sillothgolfclub.co.uk

Silloth on Solway

1. How to Find Location travelling from the South. M6 Junction 41. B5305 to Wigton. BB5302 to Silloth Location travelling from the North/ East. M6 Junction43. A69 Carlisle.

A595/A596 to Wigton. B5302 Silloth.

Approx travelling time from the M6 45 minutes.

Situated on the north west coast of Cumbria, Silloth on Solway Golf Club is blessed with stunning views of the Galloway Hills to the north, and south to the Lakeland fells and the distant Isle of Man.

invite courageous fairway woods and crisp iron shots. Greens are subtle, firm, fast, and deadly true. The links has been used as an open qualifying course and will host the English Amateur Championship in 2012.

The Championship links of over 6,641 yards has been laid out over the sand-hills west of town, touched by some of the great classical golf architects, but mostly moulded by Nature herself. Hazards consist of heather and bent; whin and broom; heroic bunkers and sandy wastes. Fairways are always wider than they seem from the tee, and having been laid with springy Cumberland turf,

Hole 13, ‘Hogs Back’, Par 5, 468 yards This ‘short’ par 5 is thought to be Silloth’s signature hole. The drive across heather and gorse is to a flat fairway. The second is through a narrow gully to an elevated ridge, which falls away sharply to heather on the right and left. The angled slope up to the plateau green deflects all but the most accurate approaches.

A four is a delight; a five is an invariable relief.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Snooker Room, Putting Green, Trolleys, Buggies, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6641 • 6408 • 6151 • 5806 Visitors play from Yellow Tees H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 371

10

4

283

2

4 311

11

4

402

3

4 352

12

3

191

4

4 352

13

5

450

5

5 499

14

5

462

6

3 172

15

4

390

7

4 363

16

3

169

8

4 348

17

5

488

9

3 121

18

4

427

HOME OF THE 2012 ENGLISH AMATEUR

DINNER, BED, BREAKFAST AND 2 ROUNDS OF GOLF ONLY £134 For more details contact the office on 016973 31304

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Ulverston Golf Club Bardsea Park, Ulverston, LA12 9QJ Telephone: 01229 582824 enquiries@ulverstongolf.co.uk www.ulverstongolf.co.uk

2. How to Find

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Meeting Room, Extensive Practice Areas, Putting Green, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6261 • 6060 • 5720 (74) H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 341

10

3

139

2

4 315

11

5

523

3

4 414

12

4

351

4

5 505

13

5

484

5

3 153

14

3

188

6

4 408

15

4

390

7

4 368

16

4

352

8

3 161

17

4

379

9

4 358

18

4

432

Ulverston

The Club is situated close to the delightful village of Bardsea in the south of Cumbria. For visitors coming from the M6 leave at Junction 36 following the signs for Barrow and South Lakes along the A590. Follow the A590 to Ulverston upon which you should turn left on the A5087, 300 yards after Booths Supermarket situated by the Shell garage. After a few miles take the right turning just after you pass the Manjushri Institute.

The club is 400 yards up on the right.

With spectacular views over Morecambe Bay, and the Lakeland Fells in the background, Ulverston Golf Club is lucky enough to boast one of the most picturesque golf courses in Cumbria. Set in the Furness Hills, it is surprisingly quite flat and easy on the legs, although it measures a considerable 6261 yards with a par of 71 from tee to pin over eighteen holes, so stamina is a useful quality to have.

It is set on mature, undulating, partwooded parkland, and was redesigned by H.S. Colt, a World renowned leading golf course architect and part of the famous triumvirate of course designers, so visitors

are assured of a most enjoyable, challenging and hopefully rewarding round of golf.

Signature Hole: Hole 18, Par 4 ‘Conishead’ The final tee is close to the highest point on the course and offers splendid views. The Old Man of Coniston can be seen in the north, Conishead priory to the east, with Morecambe Bay and Blackpool Tower to the south. This dogleg right requires a good drive with sufficient carry to reach a plateau beyond the marker post. Any shot right of the trees could be OB. The second shot is just as difficult to a severely sloping green, with a pair of bunkers on the right, which often gather in the short ball played to the pin.

VISITOR GREEN FEES 2012 March to October 2012 inclusive Weekdays (per round) Weekdays (per day) Weekends & Bank Holidays (per round) Weekends & Bank Holidays (per day) Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holidays after 3pm Weekday Twilight Golf after 4pm

38.00 42.00 42.00 48.00 25.00 20.00

2-Fore-1 Accepted Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Junior Visitors – one half of relevant above rates.

JUBILEE ‘MIXED’ OPEN - SUNDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER - £24 per couple MEN’S ‘SENIORS’ 4 BALL - THURSDAY 4TH OCTOBER - £24 per pair

19.00 21.00 21.00 24.00 21.00

Ulverston Golf Club

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Alston Moor Tel: 01434 381354 www.alstonmoorgolfclub.org.uk

Furness Tel: 01229 471232 www.furnessgolfclub.co.uk

Silloth on Solway Tel: 01697 331304 www.sillothgolfclub.co.uk

Appleby Tel: 01768 351432 www.applebygolfclub.co.uk

Grange Fell Tel: 01539 558513 Website n/a

Silverdale Tel: 01524 702074 www.silverdalegolfclub.co.uk

Barrow Tel: 01229 831358 www.barrowgolfclub.co.uk

Grange-over-Sands Tel: 01539 533754 www.grangegolfclub.co.uk

St Bees Tel: 01946 824300 www.stbeesgolfclub.org.uk

Brampton Tel: 01697 72255 www.bramptongolfclub.com

Kendal Tel: 01539 733708 www.kendalgolfclub.co.uk

Stoney Holme Tel: 01228 33208 www.carlisleleisure.co.uk

Brayton Park Tel: 01697 322517 www.braytonpark.net

Keswick Tel: 01768 779324 www.keswickgolfclub.com

The Eden Tel: 01228 573003 www.edengolf.co.uk

Carlisle Tel: 01228 513029 www.carlislegolfclub.org

Kirkby Lonsdale Tel: 01524 276365 www.kirkbylonsdalegolf.co.uk

Ulverston Tel: 01229 582824 enquirires@ulverstongolf.co.uk

Carus Green Tel: 01539 721097 www.carusgreen.co.uk

Maryport Tel: 01900 812605 www.maryportgolfclub.co.uk

Whitehaven Tel: 01946 591177 www.whitehavengolfclub.com

Casterton Tel: 01524 271592 www.castertongolf.co.uk

Penrith Tel: 01768 891919 www.penrithgolfclub.co.uk

Windermere Tel: 01539 443123 www.windermeregolfclub.co.uk

Cockermouth Tel: 01768 776941 www.cockermouthgolf.co.uk

Seascale Tel: 01946 728202 www.seascalegolfclub.co.uk

Workington Tel: 01900 603460 www.workingtongolfclub.com

Dalston Hall Tel: 01228 710165 www.dalstonhallholidaypark.co.uk

Sedbergh Tel: 01539 621551 www.sedberghgolfclub.com

Dunnerholme Tel: 01229 462675 www.thedunnerholmegolfclub.co.uk

Silecroft Tel: 01229 770467 www.silecroftgolfclub.co.uk

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Costa del Sol Golf Holidays

Costa del Sol Spain The Costa del Sol lies in the province of Andalucia in the south of Spain. This is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. This ‘Sun Coast’ runs for 150 km from Malaga to Estepona, with skies predominantly blue all year round and brilliant sunshine. Costa del Sol offers a series of large beaches, coves hidden amongst cliffs, famous leisure marinas such as ‘Puerto Banus’ and tranquil fishing ports.

In the provincial capital, Malaga, stands the military fortress of the Alcazaba, built by the Moors in the 11th century. At the far end of the Costa del Sol is the geographical & political oddity Gibraltar, with visits to see the Barbary Apes and abundant military history. This great diversity means that it has something to offer just about everyone, with enough entertainment and variety to please all types of visitor.

The Mediterranean sea is warm and safe and the hills and high mountains shelter the coastline, these elements allow for an all year micro climate making it the perfect location for golf. Known to many as the ‘Costa del Golf’ due to the outstanding choice of luxury golf courses set along this coastline, with over 50 to choose from you will have to keep returning to experience them all.

Hotel Tamisa Golf

Incredible Offer Hotel & Golf Package for 3/4 days stay Bed & Breakfast sharing twin or double room with terrace and golf views.

Includes 2 or 3 Rounds of Golf at Mijas Los Lagos (new championship course) & Mijas Los Olivos.

All with free transfers from Airport and Golf Courses included free of charge.

Amazing Price from

€249

Per person Including all taxes (min 4 persons)

Extra nights on request.

Hotel Tamisa Golf Camino Viejo de Coin, km 3.3, 29649 Mijas Costa (Malaga), Spain Tel.: (+34) 952 585 988 Fax: (+34) 952 663 893 Email: reservas@hoteltamisagolf.com

www.hoteltamisagolf.com

APARTMENT FOR RENT La Cala Hills

Villa (La Familia) 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM LOUNGE & KITCHEN SLEEPS 4

Luxury villas and apartments overlooking the golf courses of Los Olivos and Los Lagos with private pools and gardens.

5 MINUTES FROM SANTANA GOLF, MIJAS GOLF, CALANOVA GOLF, ALHAURIN GOLF. ALL AMENITIES NEAR BY. IDEAL FOR SHORT GOLF BREAKS! 60 EURO PER NIGHT, MINIMUM 2 NIGHTS STAY. (120 EURO IN TOTAL) AFTER 2 NIGHTS ONLY 40 EURO PER NIGHT.

We also have properties outside the Mijas Golf and all of a very high standard.

For more information on accommodation, car hire and golf deals contact us at Telephone :- Tom (0034 639426115) mijasgolfproperty@gmail.com

CONTACT JOHN 07740511118 OR E-MAIL johndwalker@o2email.co.uk FOR AVAILABILITY OR VISITS CONTACT Telephone :- Tom (0034 639426115) mijasgolfproperty@gmail.com

Management & Rentals www.mijasgolfproperty.com