Saltford Golf Club Official Brochure 2016

SALTFORD GOLF CLUB Located between Bristol and Bath, Saltford is one of the finest golf courses in Somerset

Official Brochure 2016

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CONTENTS 05 Welcome

21 Tuition

39 Information for Visitors

07 History

23 Junior Golf

41 Societies And Corporate Days

09 Club Crest

25 Practice Facilities

43 Dress Code

11 Course Tour

28 Membership

47 Private Events And Functions

17 Clubhouse

31 Junior Membership

50 Contact Us

19 Pro And Pro Shop

32 Club Sections

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WELCOME Lying between the cultural hubs of Bristol and Bath and set deeply in the

The course is complemented by a well-stocked Pro Shop, a large putting

heart of the picturesque West Country, Saltford Golf Club is a gem set in

green, indoor and outdoor practice areas, a chipping green and a superb

151 acres of stunning woodland with wonderful views of the countryside.

covered floodlit driving range.

The surroundings alone are worth a visit and the tree-lined fairways,

The clubhouse boasts a casual bar and mezzanine, a lounge bar, a separate

undulating greens and tactically placed bunkers offer a stern challenge

restaurant and a snooker room with a full size table. Conferencing

to all golfers.

facilities are available and two large patios afford fine views over our splendid finishing hole.

Though our course lies close to two major cities, visitors will feel that they are miles away from town life as they enjoy this private parkland course,

Saltford is regarded as one of the county’s most friendly and welcoming

part of an historic estate.

golf clubs. Golfers of all ages and abilities are most welcome to visit us and enjoy our course and our facilities. We look forward to welcoming you to Saltford.

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HISTORY The course that is such an integral part of the club we have today was

Following the First and Second World Wars the club’s energies were

founded in 1904 when a group of local business men and politicians

devoted mainly to negotiating modest rental increases from our new

took the opportunity to lease land from Earl Temple for just ÂŁ325 per

landlord, the Duchy of Cornwall, which had purchased the land from

year. The course founded then is the same one golfers play on today,

Earl Temple in 1941.

over 100 years later.

In the early 1960s the then Club Professional, Leslie Mouland, In the years that followed, the course was extensively reworked and

masterminded the first significant changes to the course since its

extended with a large amount of help from the famous golfer and

establishment and, In the 1990s, the course was given its current layout

course designer, Harry Vardon.

with the introduction of the new 2nd, 3rd, 7th, 10th and 17th holes and new greens on holes 1, 4, 5 and 18.

Saltford is also proud to have been one of the six founder members of the Somerset Golf Union.

The club celebrated its centenary in 2004 and continues to go from strength to strength, enhancing its reputation as one of the leading clubs in the South West, having played host to National, Regional and County events.

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CLUB CREST The Saltford Golf Club crest was designed to incorporate many aspects

Around the Dragon’s neck is a necklace of brass wire on which is

of our local history.

suspended a cogwheel relating to the importance of the former British brass Industry in Keynsham and Saltford which employed so many local

The Shield carries 6 golden clarions or trumpets which come from the

people.

Arms of the now extinct Keynsham Abbey which was founded in 1166 by William, Earl of Gloucester. Situated above the clarions are flowing blue

The Dragon holds between its claws the basic arms of the Bridges family

and white lines which represent the rivers Chew and Avon.

who bought the Abbey lands in 1552 and built a mansion. ”Maintien Le Droit “was the Bridges’ motto.

The Helm and Mantling are in red and gold. Above the helm is an unusual coronet which links the area to its Roman past.

The adoption of these armorial bearings was very appropriate as it covers the history of Keynsham and Saltford over one thousand years.

The Golden Dragon relates to the Dragon of Wessex, the Royal West Saxon connection to Keynsham.

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COURSE TOUR Saltford Golf Course has become one of Somerset’s finest golf courses, providing an excellent challenge to golfers of all abilities throughout the year. The course is always in first class condition and rarely closes during the winter months, when we continue to use the main greens whenever possible.

Our PGA Professional Darren Read is here to give you the hole-by-hole tour and a few tips to help you conquer our Par 71, 6402 yard course.

Hole 1 – Par 5, 531 yards. S.I. 9 This hole throws you in at the deep end as a tough par 5 sets you on your way. To get your round off to a good start it is best to hug the left hand side on this left to right dogleg to avoid the out of bounds area on the right. This approach gives you more options to attempt to find the green with your second shot.

Hole 2 – Par 3, 168 yards. S.I. 15 Bunkers on the left and the right guard the long and narrow green so take care from the tee because an inaccurate tee-shot could land your ball in trouble.

Hole 3 – Par 4, 344 yards. S.I. 11 This short par 4 slopes from left to right and can be tough for anyone who attempts to reach the green in one. Any balls that come up short may be punished by the deep bunker on the front right of the green. A short shot left of the oak tree only leaves a short approach and a good birdie opportunity.

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COURSE TOUR

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Hole 4 – Par 4, 423 yards. S.I. 3 This dead straight hole is the highest point on the course. The fairway rolls away to the right and the short rough on the left can leave you in trouble as can the stream which crosses the fairway. Two well-placed shots can set you up well but a par on this hole will feel like a victory.

Hole 5 – Par 5, 571 yards. S.I. 7 This is a hole for the big hitters. Avoid the left hand side which is covered in woodland and be sure to take care with your second shot. It is possible to reach the hole in two but short hitters may want to pitch up short before attempting to reach the green.

Hole 6 – Par 4, 442 yards. S.I. 1 There is no room for error on this tricky par 4. Favouring the left hand side gives you the best chance of reaching the green in two as the hole opens up just short of the ridge from where the green is visible.

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Hole 7 – Par 4, 346 yards. S.I. 17 A right to left dogleg par 4 that goes downhill, this hole is relatively straightforward but you have to be wary of the two bunkers on the left of the fairway. An iron off the tee leaves you a simple shot to the green.

Hole 8 – Par 4, 453 yards. S.I. 5 Everything runs to the left on this long par 4 and the trees are hard to avoid. Problems abound when you reach this green and leaving the ball a long way from the flag on this two tiered green will make a par score difficult to achieve.

Halfway House The natural stone-built Halfway House behind the 8th Green provides delicious hot and cold snacks all the year round. A bacon roll or cup of tea is the perfect start to the second half of your round. Toilet facilities are also located here.

Hole 9 – Par 3, 165 yards. S.I. 13 This hole has a very narrow approach and is surrounded by bunkers and, to make things even trickier, shots normally have to be taken into the prevailing wind. If you’re going to miss the green here it is best to miss to the left.

Hole 12 – Par 4, 340 yards. S.I. 10 This short par 4 over the valley offers up stunning views of Bath and Kelston. It is a hole the long hitters relish as they see the possibility of an eagle but the greenside bunkers punish those who aren’t accurate.

Brave golfers will often be rewarded.

Hole 10 – Par 4, 364 yards. S.I. 6 The tee shot is the key to success on this tricky par 4. The green may look tempting but beware as the severe back to front slope makes it the most difficult two putt on the course.

Hole 13 – Par 4, 423 yards. S.I. 2 A tight fairway makes for a tricky hole with well placed trees ready to catch wayward shots. A three tiered green makes putting tough and, as with many of our holes, a par should be considered a very good result.

Hole 11 – Par 3, 154 yards. S.I. 12 One of the most picturesque holes on the course; a sloping green surrounded by bunkers leaves little room for error and only a wellplaced shot to the centre of the green will give you any hope of a birdie.

Hole 14 – Par 5, 476 yards. S.I. 16 Out of bounds on the right and a line of trees on the left means that only a straight shot down the fairway will see you in a good position for your second shot. Longer hitters may be tempted to go for the green in two but bunkers short of the green await so take care.

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COURSE TOUR

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Hole 15 – Par 4, 298 yards. S.I. 18 The wind usually plays a factor on the shortest par 4 on the course.

Many hidden undulations can catch visitors out but it is a feature to which our members have grown accustomed. Panoramic views of Bath and Bristol can be enjoyed from the tee.

Hole 16 – Par 4, 385 yards. S.I. 4 It’s back across the valley for the 16th and a tough par 4 which can be deceptively long. Avoiding the bank on the right is your best chance of making the green in two.

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Hole 17 – Par 3, 156 yards. S.I. 14 This is our signature hole; a drop hole par 3 with a lake-fed stream and a deep bunker protecting the green, it is truly a sight to behold. Aim for the back of the green to be safe or the hazards could claim your ball.

Hole 18 – Par 4, 363 yards. S.I. 8 A tight drive through an avenue of trees gets you on your way for the final hole. With dense woodland on the left and an out of bounds area on the right there can be no margin for error. Once the tee shot is on the fairway a relatively simple second should see you on the green.

With the testing course completed breathe a sigh of relief and go and enjoy a drink in the clubhouse.

Dry Stone Walls When we discovered that we had, at the side of one of our tees, an ancient parish boundary wall which had been reduced to a heap of rubble, a group of senior members decided to try and rebuild it. Their enthusiasm and success was such that for the following four years they rebuilt several other dry stone walls which now add history and charm to our course.

The commitment of our members to take up this challenge and help rebuild a part of the club that is so significantly tied to our history shows the passion our members hold for the club. This is something that makes us very proud.

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CLUBHOUSE Saltford’s friendly clubhouse is the centre of social activity and provides

The bar is open from 10.00am – 11.00pm in the summer, and until

the perfect atmosphere for people to unwind after their round of golf.

8:00pm in the winter.

Here one can enjoy a refreshing drink or replenish the energy stocks with a bite to eat.

There is a full size snooker table located in the snooker room just adjacent to the casual bar. This facility is available to all adult members.

We have continued to invest in our facilities and many aspects of the clubhouse have been recently refurbished and upgraded.

Throughout the year we host a number of social events in the clubhouse which provides an ideal opportunity for members to meet, socialise and

The casual bar underwent a major refurbishment in 2013 and the lounge

put the world to rights.

and dining area project completed the year before provides the perfect location for a range of conferences, seminars and social functions.

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PRO AND PRO SHOP Darren Read has been our resident PGA Qualified Club Professional for

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Championships three times as well as winning the Welsh Open.

You will receive expert advice as well as great value at Saltford Golf Club.

Saltford’s Pro Shop offers a full range of clothing, equipment and golfing

Darren also offers a repair and re-gripping service on site which can

accessories at very competitive prices. All the leading brands are stocked

prolong the life of favourite clubs.

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TUITION Here at Saltford we strive to offer the highest level of coaching to both

Chris Coles, our Assistant Professional, also offers a range of lessons and

members and visitors.

packages for all ages and abilities. Chris runs weekly junior coaching on Wednesday evenings from 6.00pm – 7.00pm with equipment provided.

Our Club Professional, Darren Read, offers a number of tuition packages for golfers of all ages and abilities, in both individual and group sessions.

Prices are as follows; • Half hour lesson : £20

We use new levels of technology, such as IPads and Flightscope, to ensure

• 8 hole playing lesson : £40

you get the most from your lessons. We will aim to give you the tuition

• Weekly Junior tuition : £4 per child

packages best tailored to your abilities and golfing experience.

• Group lesson : price on application

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JUNIOR GOLF As well as private tuition, from March to October we offer weekly Junior

For more information on the tuition that Saltford Golf Club has to offer,

group lessons on Wednesday evenings from 6.00pm to 7.00pm.

please contact Darren, Chris or Joe on 01225 873513 and follow option 2 for the professional’s shop.

Lessons cost just ÂŁ4 per junior and there is no need to book in advance.

If your sons or daughters are thinking of taking up golf, these lessons

Also see Pages 21, 31, 33 & 35 for more information on our Junior Section.

are the perfect opportunity to get them started and playing golf from a young age. Clubs and other equipment can be provided if you do not have your own.

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PRACTICE FACILITIES Driving Range The new floodlit driving range is the club’s latest initiative in its mission to become one of the leading golf clubs in the South West.

An 8 bay covered driving range was the culmination of years of planning and negotiation with external contractors. The range, which opened in August 2015, has been fully landscaped by the use of thousands of tonnes of imported fill material, which was then grassed to produce natural looking mounding.

The driving bays offer the latest state of the art technology and balls are dispensed to customers by means of a plastic swipe card, which can be charged with money in the Pro Shop, making the whole process simple, smooth and user friendly.

The low level floodlighting is extremely effective and unobtrusive and this allows the range to be fully open for use until 9.00pm throughout the year.

Resident PGA Club Professional Darren Read said: “The 300 yards range is a great addition to our practice and teaching facilities.

It means we can hold lessons regardless of the weather and we hope a lot of schools will be using this facility to introduce young people to golf.”

Planning restrictions mean that the range is only open to club members and visiting golfers. However, range membership is currently available at just £10 per annum.

This new facility, together with our practice chipping area, putting green and indoor practice room makes Saltford Golf Club the venue of choice for many golfers in the surrounding area.

Another addition to these extensive facilities will be a 9 hole academy course at the far end of the driving range. It will enable youngsters and beginners to learn the game of golf. The club has obtained planning permission for this project which is scheduled to open in 2017.

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MEMBERSHIP Saltford Golf Club has a very active membership of more than 600, with

We run regular ‘welcome’ evenings for new members, who often remark

all age groups well represented.

how ‘at home’ they have been made to feel at the club from the outset.

Our men’s, ladies’ and junior sections offer a full competition fixtures

As a club we are aware that the transition from junior to adult membership

schedule aimed at players of all standards. We also run several friendly

can be a big step financially, so to help with that step and to encourage

events and a varied social calendar.

players to stay in the game we have staged reduced fees right up to the age of 40. If you fit this age bracket and would like further information

We currently have limited vacancies in all sections and welcome

please contact us.

applications from new members of all abilities.

Fees applicable from July 1st 2015 – 30th June 2016:

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Membership

Joining Fee

Full Membership 7 Day (40 years + )

£899.00

£0

Juniors (13 -15 years)

£138.00

£0

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£461.00

£0

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£0

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£0

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£36 to £57

£0

£499.00

£0

Off peak Sun to Thurs inclusive (after 2pm in the summer, after 12 noon in winter)

Student £238.00 £0 Country (more than 50 mile radius from club)

£308.00

£0

80 Plus £276.00 £0

Driving Range £10 £0

Juniors (16 -18 years)

Social / Bridge

£172.00

£0

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JUNIOR MEMBERSHIP Academy Course Membership

Black Tee Course Membership

We are very excited about the ‘state of the art’ academy course which is

Each hole on the main course has a black tee, situated some distance in

currently under construction and which should be up and running in 2017.

front of the main tees. This gives juniors the chance to play each hole on

Currently the academy course consists of 4 simple short holes on the

the course without the long carries from the tee, which can be daunting

practice area and is predominately, but not exclusively, for younger juniors

for smaller, younger juniors. Each junior is allocated an unofficial handicap

who are new to the game. When juniors can go round the course twice

of 72 (4 per hole) as soon as they progress to the black tees and, through

(i.e. 8 holes) in 32 strokes and are able to pass a very brief assessment by

the numerous competitions run on the black tees, can reduce their

one of our coaching team they then progress to the “black tees”.

handicap to 30 at which point they will progress to the yellow tees.

Yellow Tee Course Membership This is the full course which everyone plays.

Also see Pages 21, 23, 33 & 35 for more information on our Junior Section.

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CLUB SECTIONS Mens League Teams

Ladies

Saltford fields 2 teams in the Bristol and District League, with the 1st Team

The Ladies’ Captain, selected annually at a meeting of the Past Lady

currently in Division 3 and the 2nd Team in Division 6.

Captains, has a busy year with social golf and her charity event to organise.

Our Ladies are an active, vibrant and integral section of SGC with around

The format is scratch foursomes matchplay with 5 pairs competing for each

80 playing members across a broad handicap and age range. Our aim is to

team. Matches are played on Sunday afternoons or weekday evenings.

organise a variety of competitions to appeal to golfers of all abilities. Some are team games with a fun element but there are also plenty of individual

The 1st Team is usually made up of players with a handicap of 6 or below

qualifying Medal, Stableford & Trophy competitions for handicap purposes.

and the 2nd Team up to 12 handicap.

The Ladies’ Section has priority tee times on a Wednesday from 10.00am After a very challenging 2015 season in the Bristol & District Golf Alliance,

– 1.30pm but we also run weekend Medals plus Alternate Days for certain

36 players from SGC played for the teams. The teams played 18 matches,

competitions. There are a number of club Mixed competitions usually on

won 10 matches, drew 2 matches and lost 6.

Sundays or Bank Holidays throughout the playing season as well as Mixed Friendlies against other clubs.

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Saltford Golf Club also organises a Ladies’ Open, three Mixed Opens

Juniors

(including a Seniors event) which are very popular and fill up quickly.

We have a comprehensive Child Protection Policy and hold the “highachievers” award from GolfMark. We are an extremely “junior friendly”

For ladies who prefer more sociable though still competitive golf, there are

club where we fully support all our juniors and where their wellbeing is

around 10 friendly matches per year against other local clubs. This is a great

paramount. Saltford was the first Somerset club to gain the Golfmark

way for newer golfers to learn from more experienced ladies playing in a

Award.

Greensomes format.

Junior members have a full diary of events each season but our juniors All ladies are automatically members of the Somerset Ladies County Golf

are free to pick and choose which ones they want to play. These events

Association so may play in County events subject to competition conditions.

include club nights (alternate Sunday evenings starting at 4.00p.m. from Easter Sunday through to 23rd October), competitions both at Saltford

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and away on other courses, league matches against other clubs (home and

matches are played by each team off scratch.

away) and a summer golf tour in alternate years.

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CLUB SECTIONS

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Under the guidance of our teaching professionals, junior coaching is taken

With junior membership fees starting at well under ÂŁ1 per week and pre-

very seriously at Saltford and this takes place on many levels from club night

used half sets of clubs (adequate for the new starter) being available at very

coaching for the absolute beginner (where clubs etc. are available to loan)

reasonable prices, golf is not an expensive game to take up and we would

to coaching by the county for the better players. Whatever the ability level

encourage you to give golf a try. If you would like to find out more, please

of the junior, there is a suitable coaching scheme at Saltford.

contact David Phillips, The Junior Organiser, on 0117 9475156.

Over the last few years, our juniors have had their most successful period

Also see Pages 21, 23, 31 & 33 for more information on our Junior Section.

for a long time, winning the Bristol & District Junior League once, reaching the play - offs twice, representing Somerset in the national junior county team finals at Woodhall Spa in two consecutive years (finishing 3rd and 4th out of 26 counties). We have been fortunate in having a lot of low handicap junior golfers and although some of these have moved on, we have a strong nucleus of extremely keen younger juniors whom, with our older and more experienced juniors, we are hoping will carry the junior section into a new era of success.

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CLUB SECTIONS

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Seniors

Stragglers

We have a very active and friendly Seniors’ Section and all male golfers

The Saltford Stragglers is a team which offers members the opportunity for

automatically become Seniors on their 55th birthday.

friendly matchplay games against other clubs.

The Section organises 11 handicap qualifying competitions including the

Our games are played on weekdays throughout the summer on a friendly

Saltford Seniors’ Open during the year. In addition we organise several

basis using the four-ball better-ball format.

Bowmakers and better ball competitions.

Home matches are generally played on Wednesday afternoons starting at The Seniors play 4 ball better ball in matches against many other clubs in

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On Tuesday mornings the Seniors have ‘priority’ on the course when ‘Roll

Players only have to pay for their meal so it means that team members have

Ups’ give an opportunity to play with others in friendly competitions.

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INFORMATION FOR VISITORS Visitors are warmly welcomed to Saltford throughout the year and can

for its friendly atmosphere topped by first class catering and bar facilities.

look forward to an outstanding round of golf on our beautiful course

We are in a position to offer a full range of golf packages and facilities,

while enjoying access to our friendly clubhouse. Visitors frequently

including corporate golf days, company days and social bookings. Visiting

comment on how at home they feel around our members.

parties are especially welcome to enjoy all the facilities on offer and we can provide packages to meet all needs large and small. The Club House

We do not operate a system of pre bookable tee times, but with 2

Manager will accommodate any special requests and arrange a suitable

starting points (1st and 9th tees), members and visitors rarely have to

location for prize presentations.

wait for more than a couple of matches to get under way.

Visitors will be pleased to learn that Saltford Golf Club has its own Staff and members alike are committed to ensuring your enjoyment of

defibrillator.

both our course, club house and the full range of facilities.

In the event of a health related incident on the course, the telephone It is the perfect location to complete your day’s golf, have a meal and

number on the scorecard should be rung and the defibrillator will be

take refreshments. Saltford Golf Club has a reputation second to none

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SOCIETIES AND CORPORATE DAYS Saltford enjoys a reputation for the warm and friendly welcome we

Here are some examples of the packages we offer;

extend to societies and corporate groups who often return several times a year.

Par Package

Birdie Package

Eagle Package

Coffee & Bacon Roll

Coffee & Bacon Roll

Coffee & Bacon Roll

Our designated society days are Monday, Thursday and Friday and it is

18 Holes Golf

27 Holes Golf

36 Holes Golf

recommended that groups book early as we tend to fill up quickly.

2 Course Meal

Lunch

Lunch

2 Course Meal

2 Course Meal

£52.00

£59.00

No matter what size your group is, we can guarantee you a great day out and a very warm welcome. A wide choice of menu, excellent facilities and 18 holes of golf on a well maintained course ensure everyone has a

£38.00

memorable day.

We can offer buggy hire, prizes and access to our Duchy Suite, a 100 seat function room, as well as an extensive choice of menus which can be prepared to meet your requirements in every way.

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GARY SANDRONE

UPV WINDOWS, DOORS AND CONSERVATORIES Supplied and fittted Over 20 years experience in the trade A personal visit is guaranteed No salesman will call only tradesman Mobile: 07595 916580 Email: gsandrone@hotmail.co.uk www.garysandronewindows.co.uk

DRESS CODE Saltford Golf Club wishes to convey a modern yet sensible approach to

On The Course

its dress regulations and hopes that members, visitors and guests will

Acceptable

assist in maintaining standards expected, both on the course and in the

• Conventional golf clothing

clubhouse.

• Shirts with collars • New style round / crew neck golf shirts • Shorts and skirts, which should be of a respectable length, must be tailored and worn with visible sports socks or knee length stockings • Golf shirts must be worn inside the waistband at all times.

Players may however wear tops outside their trousers or skirts when they are so designed.

• Peaked hats or caps may only be worn with the peak to the front and must be removed before entering the clubhouse • Golf shoes

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DRESS CODE CONTINUED Unacceptable

In The Clubhouse

• Jeans, denims or track-suit bottoms

Dress should be smart/casual throughout the clubhouse unless

• Non-tailored shorts

otherwise stated

• Collarless and/or sleeveless shirts, rugby or football style shirts

• On formal occasions, gentlemen may be requested to wear a jacket

or jerseys

and tie

• Shirts or outer garments with prominent logos or numbers

• Tailored shorts may be worn in the casual bar

• Trousers tucked into socks

• Jeans and trainers may only be worn in the casual bar

• Trainers or other non golfing footwear

• All clothing, including jeans, must be clean and not torn or soiled

• Using mobile phones (unless in an emergency)

• No studded or spiked footwear is allowed anywhere in the clubhouse • Golfing waterproofs and footwear are not permitted in the lounge

Players are reminded that those found not suitably attired will be asked to change or leave the course. We would also ask you not to change in

bar and dining room • No hats to be worn in the clubhouse, apart from the locker rooms

the car park.

Club Staff have been asked to draw this code to the attention of persons who are unsuitably dressed.

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Keynsham Cars

4-35 seater vehicles, lady driver, wheelchair accessible and cars available in your area, from local helpful and friendly drivers

Keynsham to Bristol Airport from £26 each way with return booking, Heathrow £130 each way and Southampton docks £110

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WA R M L E Y • K I N G S WO O D • B I T TO N • H A N H A M • O L D L A N D C O M M O N • W H I TC H U R C H

Local

PRIVATE EVENTS AND FUNCTIONS At Saltford Golf Club we have an excellent reputation for being the

The clubhouse is set in delightful grounds with many wonderful aspects

ideal place to host your wedding reception, birthday party, anniversary

for photographs and weddings. It provides the perfect setting for a truly

function, or conference meal.

romantic occasion for the newlyweds as well as every comfort for their families and friends.

We can provide ample parking for a number of guests and our Duchy Suite is spacious, beautifully decorated and offers spectacular views of

Our catering is in the capable hands of Hayward’s Kitchens who have

the countryside. The Suite comprises a lounge bar and restaurant and

already made a name for themselves locally. We enjoy the services of

can accommodate up to 120 guests for a formal meal or up to 150 guests

permanent and experienced chefs and of reliable and experienced staff

if simpler fare is preferred. There is also a dance floor and disco facilities

members, all of whom are passionate about providing food and drink

for your further enjoyment.

of the highest quality. Every member of the Hayward’s Kitchen team comes from a professional catering background and they are dedicated to purchasing top quality local produce and providing a wide range of menus to meet the needs of a varied and loyal clientele.

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PRIVATE EVENTS AND FUNCTIONS

CONTINUED

Hayward’s Kitchens caters for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings,

Our Windsor Conference Room is a spacious and airy private meeting

memorials, conferences and its event planning team is ready to help

room which can seat up to 20 delegates in a boardroom style or up to

customers every step of the way by meeting them to discuss bespoke

40 delegates using a theatre style .The room can also be used as a ‘‘break

menus, seating plans, room decoration, entertainment and floral displays.

out’’ facility if you are using the full Duchy Conference Suite. A projection facility is available.

We recommend Hayward’s Kitchens most highly and we are confident that you will enjoy dining at Saltford Golf Club.

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CONTACT US We look forward to welcoming you to Saltford Golf Club and our warm

Darren Read: Club PGA Professional

and friendly staff look forward to making your experience with us as

Telephone: 01225 872043

memorable as possible. If you wish to contact us before your arrival we

Email: dreadgolf@aol.com

will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have.

Darren Moxham: Course Manager Address: Saltford Golf Club, Golf Club Lane, Saltford, Bristol, BS31 3AA

Telephone: 01225 873513

Telephone: 01225 873513

Paul Faulkner: House & Bar Manager Telephone: 01225 873513

Website: www.saltfordgolfclub.co.uk

Email: bars@saltfordgolfclub.co.uk

Mike Penn: Secretary

Jessica Sage: Catering & Events Manager

Telephone: 01225 873513

Telephone: 01225 873513

Email: mike@saltfordgolfclub.co.uk

Website: www.haywardskitchen.com Email: jessicasage@haywardskitchen.com

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