We're committed to ensuring every member enjoys their time on the course. A key part of that is maintaining a good pace of play for all golfers. Slow play can significantly impact the enjoyment of those behind you, leading to frustration and congestion on the course.
Our target time for a round of 18 holes for a 4-ball are:
• Darely White tees – 4 hrs
• Lochgreen White tees – 4hrs 10mins
This allows everyone to complete their round without feeling rushed yet keeps the flow of play consistent. If you consistently find yourself a full hole behind the group in front of you, you are likely playing too slowly.
To help us all contribute to a smooth and enjoyable round, please keep the following in mind:
• Play "Ready Golf": When safe to do so, and not distracting to others, hit when you're ready, even if it's not technically your turn.
• Walk at a Brisk Pace: Move quickly and safely between shots.
• Record Scores on the Next Tee: Mark your scorecard after you've left the green and are on your way to the next tee.
• Lost Ball Protocol: If you suspect your ball might be lost, hit a provisional ball to save time. The Rules of Golf allow only three minutes to search for a lost ball.
• Be Ready to Play: When it's your turn, be prepared to hit your shot. Walk directly to your ball and assess your shot while others are playing.
• Tee off on time: Teeing off before your allotted tee time only causes delays to your game.
• Consider Your Group Size: Four-ball groups naturally take longer than two-balls or three-balls. Be mindful of this and invite faster groups to play through.
The link below offers further assistance to allow players to improve their pace of play. Please take the time to read this
Thank you
The Committee