Maidenhead Golf Club Official Brochure 2020 - 2021

Maidenhead Golf Club Official Brochure 2020 - 2021

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Maidenhead Golf Club Welcome

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Practice Facilities

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Clubhouse and Restaurant

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Club History

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Membership Information

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Functions

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The Course

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Members’ Golf

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Corporate Facilities

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Course Tour

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Juniors

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Social Activities

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The Professional Shop

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Visitors & Dress Code

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How to Find & Contact Us

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Tuition

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Societies

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WELCOME Established in 1896, Maidenhead Golf Club is a mature course set in lovely rolling parkland where you can glimpse deer in the early morning and enjoy the peace and tranquility of a round of golf in this picturesque part of Berkshire.

The course, measuring 6,338 yards off the championship tees, is a hidden gem in the heart of Maidenhead with watered fairways and excellent greens.

While the layout provides an easy walk, it is a good test of golf requiring both course management and skill to complete successfully.

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Club also has a long history of hosting successful golf societies, private functions, lunches, golf days and events. Our offcourse facilities provide the perfect setting for any special occasion, offering both a spacious and comfortable environment to meet your required needs.

We provide everything that a golfer would expect at a well-established club. The Pro Shop is stocked with a full range of equipment and clothing, whilst offering expert tuition, providing you every opportunity to work on your game and lower your scores and handicap.

Whether you are a Member or Visitor, you will be welcomed into the

Club by our attentive and friendly staff, ensuring your time with us is memorable, and also somewhere you look forward to returning to!

The club’s proximity to the town provides very easy access from the station, which is no more than a five-minute walk away, or by road, with the A4, M4 and M40 all passing nearby. Despite this, once you are on the course, you could be in the middle of rural England.

We have an active Membership and welcome both Visitors and Societies come along and see for yourself.

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History Maidenhead Golf Club was formed in 1896, with several senior Brigade of Guards Officers and several Naval Officers including the son of the Earl of Orkney being among its founder members. Two Maidonians were also among the torchbearers for golf in the town, Mr T J Wootton and Dr G E Moore.

It was the latter’s friendship with Mr W H Grenfell which really got the project off the ground. Mr Grenfell, was the Mayor of Maidenhead in 1895 and 1896 and an extremely wealthy and competent businessman who owned more than 10,000 acres of land around the town.

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So it was that Mr Grenfell offered to lease some of his acreage near to Maidenhead Railway Station, which was to become our home and remains so well into a second century. Mr Grenfell was one of the earliest 63 Members of the club, became its first President and agreed to present “a challenge cup for competition”. This was the fine Grenfell Cup which is still in yearly competition.

golf club had a President who had so many and various achievements. For example, he ran a mile in 4 minutes 37 seconds, rowed for Oxford against Cambridge in the famous dead-heat race of 1877 and stroked a rowing eight across the Channel. To add that he swam across the Niagara River below the Falls and then repeated the feat a second time when someone doubted it, shows he was a man who “did” things.

W H Grenfell, later to become Lord Desborough, was quite a character and an international athlete in cricket, running, rowing, punting, swimming, fencing, tennis and wrestling! No other

The course was opened for play on December 12, 1896, with the Club also hosting a champagne luncheon on the same day to mark the occasion in its fine new clubhouse.

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The course was opened for play on December 12, 1896

A separate nine-hole course for ladies only was built in 1897 on the left side of the current first hole, but the ladies did not like it and the area was closed in 1907, losing a valuable acreage from the total available to the Club in later leases.

The Club found itself in difficulty in the early years in particular because of the terms of the lease, which stated that the lessor had the power “to take portions of the land that he may require for building…making railways or any other purpose of the kind.”

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Over the years land has been taken from multiple parts of the ‘original’ course, such as; in the early parts of the 20th Century land was taken from the 17th and 18th holes; the original 14th green and 15th tee was forfeited after Members chose not to buy the land, yet they did negotiate a new longer lease to secure the long-term future of the Club.

The first Professional at our Club was Alex Simpson, a Scot from Forfar who was extremely skilled in the making of golf clubs. Club minutes record that he was also able to play golf on our newly

created course against the well-known professionals J H Taylor, and James Braid and George Pearson in a golf match on 19 March, 1898.

Taylor, a renowned golf course architect, advised on additional bunkers. There were complete ranges of bunkers usually about six feet high above the surface of the fairway on some holes in the 1920s.

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History

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Deciding that this was removing some of the enjoyment from their game, Members then set up a de-bunkering committee to remove some of the hazards, no doubt encouraged by two wealthier Members who used a small biplane to land on the 8th and take off up the 9th hole when they came to play golf!

Our recent history has been focused on improving the course and its facilities for Members. An automatic watering system was updated in 1992 and in November 1994 a borehole dug which can be used for the future irrigation of greens and tees in times of drought. Full fairway irrigation has been in place since 2005.

Noteworthy in our Club’s early history is the election as a Privileged Member of the Consul General of Japan in 1923.

This began the pleasing and helpful visiting association of members of the Nippon Club over many years.

The existing clubhouse was showing signs of its age, so this was demolished and a new muchimproved building with greatly improved facilities erected to mark our Centenary Year in 1996.

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The Course Our beautiful tree-lined golf course offers an appealing test to golfers of all abilities. At 6,338 yards from the white championship tees, it is perhaps not long by today’s standards, but the fact that the course record stands at just five under the par would suggest that it has stood the test of time remarkably well.

The greens are slightly smaller than is the norm, placing a premium on accuracy with the approach shot or, should you miss the putting surface in regulation, a sharp short game comes in very handy. It is how our course designer intended it when he drew up the course more than a hundred years ago.

Technology may have altered golf equipment drastically, but there is little point in being able to boom a drive 350 yards if you cannot hit it straight as well. Maidenhead penalises the errant shot while those able to hit with accuracy are richly rewarded.

We are always looking at ways to further enhance the golfing experience, with vital improvement work being undertaken each winter.

A particular focus most recently has been on installing a new irrigation system to the pit area on the 13th,

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improving a well-used area. Continual work has also gone on to rebuild some greenside bunkers and refurbish some of the fairway sand traps.

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Take the Course Tour Prepare for your visit to Maidenhead Golf Club by familiarising yourself with each hole over the coming pages and make the most of your round with our hole-by-hole guide. You can prepare yourself for the challenges that await, as well as pick up some invaluable playing tips from our Club Professional, Steve Geary.

Hole 1, 358 yards, par 4

A gentle 358-yard par 4 to ease you in to your round. A drive finding the fairway will leave you with a shot to the green which is slightly elevated to the rear.

Distance control with your approach is important if the pin is located behind the right-hand greenside bunker!

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Hole 2, 351 yards, par 4

The preferred angle to approach this green is middle right in the fairway. The green is upward sloping and tiered to the rear. If attacking a pin position at the back, be careful.

Hole 3, 376 yards, par 4

A fairway sloping from right to left requires an accurate tee shot to avoid the strategically positioned bunker on the left. Your approach shot requires accuracy and control as the green is surrounded by Out of Bounds on the right and a bank to the left.

Hole 4, 474 yards, par 4/5

At 474 yards this was, in earlier years, the maximum length for a par 4 (par 5 for ladies). The fairway, as you approach the hole, slopes gently left to right. With your second shot you must avoid the fairway bunker on the left.

The two-tiered green can be very tricky, especially if the flag is on the top tier.

Hole 5, 324 yards, par 4

At 324 yards, this could present a reasonable birdie opportunity for all players. Keep your drive left of centre to give you the best opportunity to get into this two-tiered green. For the longer hitter use of the driver could www.maidenheadgolf.co.uk

The long hitter needs to watch out for the bunker on the left.

offer an eagle opportunity but accuracy is premium!

Hole 6, 195 yards, par 3

Our longest par 3 at 195 yards requires a well struck shot to the green which has a gentle undulating surface.

Missing the green to the right will regularly end in disaster.

Hole 7, 371 yards, par 4

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Hole 8, 429 yards, par 4

Another fairway that slopes slightly right to left. Your drive needs to be down the right-hand side while missing the fairway bunker. A drive down the left, if you escape the large tree, will leave you an interesting shot across a large dip to the green. Your second shot should be just to the left of the mound by the green and your ball will then roll down the slope towards the hole.

Hole 9, 513 yards, par 5

At 513 yards, this is the longest hole on the course. The copse on the right hand side, 70 yards from the green regularly ruins the score on this hole.

Hole 10, 151 yards, par 3

Five bunkers protect this relatively flat green so an accurate tee shot is required.

Hole 11, 465 yards, par 4/5

A demanding hole of 465 yards should leave you very pleased walking off with a par. There is plenty of room to play down the left thus avoiding the fairway bunkers that await your drive. The goodsized green slopes away from you and has subtle undulations so beware!

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Neighbourhood Watch in the Maidenhead Area Neighbourhood Watch (NHW) in Maidenhead & Windsor has seen a marked resurgence recently with existing schemes being revitalised and many new schemes established.

Forming a new scheme, or just becoming part of one, makes a tremendous difference to your quality of life, the security of your environment and the well-being of your community.

NHW enables you to do this and this is greatly helped by our close relationship with the local police teams in Thames Valley Police (TVP).

Our aims To prevent crime By improving the security of property and by increasing vigilance and crime prevention awareness.

To reduce undue fear of crime Neighbourhood Watch Schemes all belong to By developing a sense of security & the community and community spirit, especially amongst the more vulnerable members of the community. are dependent upon you, their members.

To assist the police in the detection of crime By promptly reporting suspicious incidents and criminal activity.

To improve police and community liaison To find your nearest NHW By providing effective communications scheme please go to by which TVP advises co-ordinators of www.ourwatch.org.uk enter your postcode and join. local incidents and crime trends.

On this site you could also start your own Scheme. Just sign in, register and map your area or contact your local NHW Administrator at contact@maidenheadnhwa.org.uk

We will be pleased to help. Thank you and stay aware and safe.

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Hole 12, 303 yards, par 4 This hole offers a birdie opportunity but beware the bunkers that protect this long green. Drive to the right at your peril and it’s out of bounds up the left.

Hole 13, 145 yards, par 3

A deceptive 145-yard par 3 which is all carry. This hole is played over a gully to a well-guarded green. Getting par is a good reward for a straight shot from the tee.

Hole 14, 398 yards, par 4

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right hand dog leg. The approach to a long, narrow green requires good distance control.

Hole 15, 396 yards, par 4 An attractive looking tree lined hole.

Negotiate the fairway bunker at 210 yards from the tee and you will leave a mid to short iron shot to the green which is protected by two forward greenside bunkers.

Hole 16, 182 yards, par 3 Our 2nd longest par 3 with a slightly elevated green protected by 2 greenside bunkers.

Hole 17, 483 yards, par 5

This par 5 has 3 fairway bunkers to negotiate, with a narrow entrance to the green if you intend to run the ball in. Avoid the mounds to the right of the green otherwise a shot or two may be required to recover.

Hole 18, 424 yards, par 4

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The Professional’s Shop Our Professional Team is Club PGA Professional, Steve Geary and PGA Assistant Professional, Amy TindleRae. Steve joined the club in 1988 and assumed his current position in November 1993 with Amy joining the team in April 2015, completing the PGA Foundation degree in 2019 whilst under the supervision and guidance of Steve.

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Whether you are a Member or Visitor, our Professional Team will provide you with first class customer service and knowledge with regards to the latest technology and game improving equipment. Using their GC2 launch monitor and advanced fitting system, they can fit you for the latest clubs in the Ping range, specifically tailored to your ability. The Professional Team can also make direct bookings at the National Fitting Centres for Ping, Titleist and Callaway so please contact Steve or Amy to arrange your appointment.

In addition to Ping, the shop is stocked with equipment from Titleist and Scotty Cameron. Throughout the year we host several Titleist Demo Days & Scotty Cameron Fitting Experiences, run by specialized fitting technicians. Look out for the latest dates on social media and the Titleist website in order to take advantage of these events.

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If you’re looking to treat yourself or want to look the part on the course, you’ll also find the latest range of clothing from Galvin Green, Footjoy and Under Armour for the men and Daily Sport, Green Lamb, Galvin Green, FootJoy & Under Armour for ladies in the shop. When it comes to footwear you have a wide array of options from FootJoy, Under Armour and NEW for 2020; Skechers! Maidenhead Golf Club crested merchandise is also available, making that perfect gift to remember your time with us!

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Within the Professional’s Shop is a workshop designed to repair both clubs and shoes, when a little TLC is required. Be this a simple re-spike of your shoes, or replacing those worn, shiny grips, they can do it.

Electric and push trolleys are available to hire for your round as well as two buggies. Golf clubs are also available to hire for those travelling or visiting the area. We recommend contacting a member of the Professional Team in advance to reserve these items.

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Tuition Golf tuition is available from Club PGA Professional, Steve and his PGA Assistant Professional Amy, seven days a week. Whether you’re looking to take up the game or simply wish to improve, our Professional Team can help you! A variety of coaching packages are offered, ranging from one off lessons through to a structured course of 5 lessons. Each course of lessons will be determined by the ability of each player and the use of video swing analysis is available if so required.

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free 2-hour taster session, set out to create a fun, relaxed environment for the novice golfer to give golf a go. Stage 2, is a 3 month ‘Pre-course Academy, following on from the taster session.

Within Stage 2, there are 6 structured group lessons included all designed specifically for the beginner golfer, where all areas of the game will be covered, to give the golfer a basic idea of the skills involved. Finally, Stage 3 is our ‘Full 6 Month Academy’, within this there are 8 structured group lessons taking place out on the main course, as well as 3 x 45 minute individual lessons.

Students will have access to the course from 12pm throughout the winter to enable them to work on their game.

Throughout the 3 Stages each individual will have their own buddy/ mentor who is paired with them to help create a better all-round experience for the golfer. The buddies are volunteer members who want to help us grow the game and Membership at Maidenhead. There is a maximum of 8 students per class, ensuring you receive your teaching Professional’s full attention.

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Practice Facilities Few people would suggest that golf is an easy game to master. Seeing even the best golfers in the world struggle for consistency at times is evidence enough that the casual player must work hard to reach new levels. But it is this continual and never-ending quest for improvement that attracts so many people to the sport.

Maidenhead Golf Club can put you in a position to become as good a player as you wish to be. We have an excellent teaching Professional staff who offer easy-to-follow advice that is proven to work and some fine practice facilities to enable the pupil to work on those newly-learnt techniques so they become second nature and assimilated into his or her game.

There is a practice ground in the middle of the course which is 155 yards long where shots can be played to a proper green as good as those on the main course.

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There are flags for targeted practice, a newly refurbished greenside bunker and different areas of rough to work on lob shots and other speciality shots.

Another practice ground can be found away from the course which at 280 yards long and around 200 yards wide is perfect for working on the long game.

A very nice practice putting green in front of the clubhouse and three practice nets complete our game improvement facilities.

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Membership Information Maidenhead Golf Club is a Members’ Club with around 600 golfers. Like most Members’ clubs it is run by a Board of Directors elected from and by the Membership. When you join us, you become part of the Club.

We cater for all ages starting from the age of 12 in our Juniors all the way through to our Seniors section. For our Full Membership we offer a sliding scale of subscription rates up to the age of 35. We have a comprehensive competition schedule ranging from serious competitions to our enjoyable, yet challenging Captain’s Festival Week events. During this week, you’ll sees a lot of novel events to strike the right mood, with www.maidenheadgolf.co.uk

competitions such as the Cross Country competition, Greenkeepers Revenge and Texas Scramble. Funds raised go to the Captains’ nominated charity of the year.

If you just want to come and play, then you can always join one of the many ‘roll-ups’ which further enrich the friendly buzz in the Club.

We also have an active social timetable encompassing everything from the Club’s Gala Dinner & Disco, Themed Evenings, Friday Night Suppers, Sunday Carvery Lunch and much, much more.

Memberships are available in Full 7 Day, 5 Day, Weekend, Academy, Junior, and Social categories.

Currently there is no joining fee for any category. If you don’t have a current handicap, then please consider either 7 Day Restricted or 5 Day until you have submitted the required scorecards to calculate a new handicap at which time you will be upgraded to Full Membership.

Why not come along and experience the pleasure of playing Maidenhead Golf Club? If you decide to join the Club, we will refund your green fee. Detailed information packs are available. Please e-mail our Manager at manager@ maidenheadgolf.co.uk to receive one.

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Members’ Golf Men

Anyone joining the Men’s section at Maidenhead Golf Club can look forward to a great deal of competitive golf, both against other clubs and alongside fellow Members in club events. Regular rollups are held on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at a more sociable time of day, starting around 10am.

Within the Club, the major competition is the Peace Cup which is in effect the Club Championship and dates back to 1922. Two Honours Board competitions can be traced all the way back to the late 19th Century and there are nearly 20 trophies played for on an annual basis.

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Monthly Medals – Strokeplay in the summer and Stableford in the winter – take place at weekends and throughout the year during the week there is a Stableford and a Strokeplay medal every month on a Friday.

One of the challenges that generates much interest is the Border Trophy, a match between Maidenhead Members who represent the country of their birth in an England v Scotland match. In recent years, this has been a 36-a-side match.

No-one wants to be on the losing side in this one, but a very convivial evening follows in the clubhouse. A much more refined competition is

the Chrysanthemum Cup, which is an enjoyable annual fixture that has been played against our Japanese friends the Nippon Club since 1967.

Ladies

The Ladies enjoy 22 friendly matches throughout the year. Playing home and away in alternate years, mostly against Clubs from within Berkshire and with some long-standing fixtures among them. These encounters live up to their name of friendlies, with normally a cup of coffee beforehand and refreshments afterwards.

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One of the most sought-after trophies is the Challenge Cup

Spring and Autumn meetings, both one-day stableford events, Fourball League, Angela Uzielli Memorial Trophy, Duncan Trophy, a knockout competition played by five golfers per side and the Inter-Club Shield, a oneday Stableford event held in May for teams of three.

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competitions in the summer for singles and pairs.

One of the most sought-after trophies is the Challenge Cup, which is played for over 36 holes on a single day in September by the 16 best players from three specific qualifying medal competitions.

Seniors

Although the qualifying age to be a member of the Seniors at Maidenhead Golf Club is regarded as 60, people in their late 50s are not turned away and no criteria is laid down in matches between ourselves and our neighbours as these are always

friendly and good-spirited affairs where good golf and good company is all that matters.

The Seniors enjoy fixtures against 12 other local Clubs home and away each season, running from the beginning of April right through to the end of September.

The matches are played in the morning, usually on a Wednesday or Friday if at home. Most often these fixtures feature six pairs a side playing Fourball Betterball, though occasionally as many as eight pairs a side can be involved. A convivial meal generally follows. | 25

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Members’ Golf A book is left in the clubhouse detailing all the Senior competitions across the County which Members may wish to enter and it is left to individuals to take part if they so desire.

Within the Club itself, there is a Seniors Championship which is an 18hole stableford played in September.

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The Club runs other competitions which Seniors take part in such as Monthly medals or Stablefords, while the Seniors enjoy informal fourball roll-ups on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8am.

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Enjoyment is always a key element and several more light-hearted competitions are enjoyed such as Texas Scrambles and a Christmas Stableford. Around twice a year some members of the group enjoy a day out at another Club, playing a round of golf and then enjoying a meal together.

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Juniors Maidenhead Golf Club is committed to promoting golf for young members. We are an accredited member of GolfMark, the English Golf Union’s scheme that identifies and recognises Junior and beginnerfriendly golf facilities.

Juniors between the ages of 12 and 17 can become Members for a very modest annual charge affording full playing rights (apart from weekend mornings), the chance to participate in a full fixtures calendar and the opportunity to join coaching programmes organised by our Professionals Steve Geary and Amy Tindle-Rae.

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Throughout the summer months Amy runs Junior Coaching Camps for nonmember juniors from 6-18 years old.

They are run in a fun, engaging & safe environment, where children of all ages and abilities can learn the game we love. Keep an eye out for FREE taster sessions offered throughout the year!

For Membership enquiries please contact Carolynn Callan on 01628 624693 or e-mail admin@maidenheadgolf.co.uk.

There really is nowhere better to learn the game than at Maidenhead.

For more details on coaching please contact Steve or Amy on 01628 624067 or e-mail proshopmgc@btconnect.com.

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Visitors We would be delighted for you to come and experience the thrill offered by playing on our manicured fairways and true-running greens as you walk round our picturesque parkland layout at Maidenhead that has been enjoyed by thousands since it first opened in 1896.

Visitors are welcome to play our historic Members’ course at times when it is not being used by our Members.

Even better value is offered with the purchase of a Day Ticket allowing unlimited golf subject to course availability and with special twilight rates often available to those able to play at less busy times later in the day.

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It is preferred that Visitors possess a current handicap and can produce a handicap certificate upon registration at the Professional’s Shop. If a handicap certificate cannot be presented, the Club reserve the right to ask any player or players to leave the course if their lack of ability is likely to be to the detriment of others on the course or they do not adhere to the etiquette as detailed in the Rules of Golf or to the club’s rules and dress code. To check on tee-time availability and to book your round, call 01628 624067.

On Course Dress Code

The issue of a dress code is a sensitive subject at all golf clubs. We would like our Members, guests & visitors to enjoy their experience and respectfully request that golfers wear recognised golf attire. A clean and smart appearance is expected on the course at all times.

To avoid unnecessary embarrassment, Maidenhead Golf Club request all Members, guests and visitors to consider their attire against the spirit of the dress code. If you have any doubt in respect of an item of clothing or footwear adhering to the dress code, then please refrain from wearing it. www.maidenheadgolf.co.uk

Clubhouse Dress Code

Members, guests and visitors are required to wear smart casual clothing. Smart jeans and trainers are allowed in all areas of the clubhouse.

The following are not acceptable: • Flip flops • T-shirts • Caps or golf hats • Wet, muddy or sweaty clothing including golf waterproofs, replica sports kit (e.g. Rugby or football shirts) Soft spiked golf shoes are permitted in the casual ‘Players’ bar area but are not permitted in the lounge area or restaurant. www.maidenheadgolf.co.uk

Exception: • Ladies may use the main entrance to access the locker room.

• If wearing shorts (tailored and knee length) - socks are required both on the patio and in the clubhouse.

Socks are not required with deck shoes.

Combat, cargo or multi pocket trousers/ shorts are not acceptable. Shirts of all kind must be tucked into trousers.

For dress guidelines for other social functions see publicity notices.

In exceptional circumstances, certain elements of the dress code may be relaxed but only with the permission of President, Club Chairman, Club Captain or, in their absence, a Club Official.

After 7pm the only section of the clubhouse where shorts are permitted is in the casual ‘Players’ bar area. For Friday Night Suppers and Sunday Carvery Lunches a jacket is preferred but this is not a requirement. | 31

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Societies Maidenhead Golf Club welcomes societies and corporate groups throughout the year. Society days are Mondays, Tuesday afternoons, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Friday afternoons.

No matter what size your group is, we can guarantee a great day out. The combination of 18 or 36 holes of golf on a beautifully maintained course, with great food and excellent facilities all go to ensure that everyone will have a memorable day.

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We have an extensive menu, a 120seat function room and our society organiser, Carolynn Callan, will be happy to help tailor your golf day to your requirements.

Popular challenges on any golf day are the longest drive and nearest the pin.

Our Professional Team will be happy to provide markers and advise you in selecting the best holes for these competitions. Detailed course planners are available if you have not played our course before and our Pro Shop carries a wide range of goods from which you might select your potential prizes.

The food choice is extensive, tasty and filling – no matter how your group plays no golfer goes home hungry after playing at Maidenhead.

A booking form and menu information is available to download from our website, www.maidenheadgolf.co.uk.

For more details, contact Carolynn Callan on 01628 624693 or e-mail the Secretary’s Office: admin@maidenheadgolf.co.uk

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Clubhouse & Restaurant The ‘Players’ bar, lounge and restaurant is the perfect place to meet with friends and catch up with all the latest golf-related and other news.

Enjoy a cup of coffee before taking to the course or after a round relive the birdies that got away with a refreshing drink and a tasty snack or something more substantial.

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There is a wide selection of sandwiches and baguettes, with both hot or cold fillings available. Jacket potatoes, burgers, goujons of plaice or the traditional golfer’s favourite of ham, egg and chips can all be found on the extensive menu and that’s even before you consider the options available on the daily specials board.

Maidenhead Golf Club has a reputation second to none for its friendly atmosphere topped by first class catering and bar facilities. We would be delighted for you to come and experience this for yourself and are confident that having discovered us for the first time you will be back to see us again.

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Our restaurant can comfortably seat up to 120 for dinner for weddings, conferences and other events. We have a dance floor and PA system and can offer you a wide variety of catering options from hot and cold fork buffet choices right through to lavish three or four course sit-down meals.

Please call us and arrange a visit to our facilities, you will not be disappointed with what you find. Having discovered that the venue is perfect, we can promise the catering and service will be equally impressive. Be it birthday party, anniversary celebration, awards evening or staff party, we at Maidenhead will make it an event to remember.

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Our peaceful and quiet surroundings and caring staff also make us an excellent venue to host celebrations of life. The restaurant area can easily

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The club has ample free car parking, though for those not wishing to drive, Maidenhead is well served by train services and the railway station is only a short walk away. For those coming from a distance and wishing to stay overnight there are 3 hotels within a short distance of the Golf Club – the Holiday Inn, Travelodge & Fredricks Hotel.

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Corporate Facilities Corporate Membership is available at Maidenhead Golf Club and we provide the perfect location to play golf, entertain your business guests, build relationships or provide a reward for your staff.

Meetings and seminars can happily be accommodated with or without a golf option. The restaurant area can be transformed into an auditorium, with PA system, comfortably seating up to 140 people.

Maidenhead Golf Club is easily accessible from the A4, M4 and M40 and our local train station, which is only a five-minute walk away, making the venue ideally located for business functions.

Corporate Membership can be tailored to suit the individual company’s requirements and provides Members and their Guests with the opportunity to enjoy our wonderful golf course and excellent facilities.

The Desborough Room can accommodate any size group up to 25, seated either around tables or up to 50 when arranged auditorium style. This room is furnished with an LCD projector and wireless internet access. For smaller meetings we offer the Grenfell Room which can accommodate up to 10 delegates in boardroom style. Both rooms are fitted out with flip charts.

For further details of our Corporate Membership please email the Club on manager@maidenheadgolf.co.uk or telephone 01628 624693.

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With excellent facilities and a sociable, friendly group of members, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the off-course benefits of being a Member at Maidenhead Golf Club.

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The Club has an active social calendar that includes popular events such as Sunday Carvery Lunches, Friday Night Suppers, Quiz Nights and Themed Evenings.

Ladies and Juniors – come together to celebrate another year of golfing excellence.

The social highlight of the year, however, is arguably the Annual Gala Dinner, which usually takes place in November. This eagerly-anticipated evening features a fabulous menu followed by some musical entertainment guaranteed to get the Members on to the dance floor.

Christmas is a special time for everybody and we always celebrate it to the full. Early December sees a Christmas Party Supper and delightful entertainment from the Maidenhead Golf Club Singers. The week before Christmas we host a lovely family event featuring Christmas Carols and Lunch in conjunction with the Salvation Army and a visit from Father Christmas.

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How to Find & contact Us Maidenhead Golf Club is just south of the town of Maidenhead in Berkshire and within easy reach of Slough, Reading, Bracknell and High Wycombe and easily accessible from further afield via the M4 and M40 motorways.

For satellite navigation purposes our postcode is SL6 2PZ.

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Cox Green/White Waltham, which is the last exit before the M4. At the end of the slip road turn right at the mini-roundabout and continue across the second mini-roundabout into Shoppenhangers Road. The Holiday Inn and Esso Garage are on your right.

Follow this road for approximately one mile and the Golf Club is on the righthand side, opposite Desborough School.

Leave the motorway at Junction 8/9, and take the A404 towards Henley and Oxford. Leave this road at the first exit, exit 9A, signposted Cox Green/ White Waltham. At the end of the slip road turn left at the mini-roundabout and continue across two miniroundabouts into Shoppenhangers Road. The Holiday Inn and an Esso Garage are on your right. Follow this road for approximately one mile and the Golf Club is on the right hand side, opposite Desborough School.

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The club is only around half a mile from Maidenhead railway station. Take the exit that leads to Shoppenhangers Road. Turn right, proceed up the hill and the Golf Club is approximately 200 yards along on the left. Frequent services run to Maidenhead from London Paddington, journey time on the fastest service is around 35 minutes. Direct services are also available to Reading and Oxford and to Swindon and Bristol with a change at Reading.

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