Society information
Saffron Walden Golf Club welcomes societies and offers an enjoyable and memorable day here at Saffron Walden. We assume that your society is familiar with the general rules and etiquette of the game and so do not want to overburden you with unnecessary information. Instead, for your guidance, here are just some key points to remember.
Welcome:
Please report to the Professional Shop on arrival to obtain the door entry code. The General Office will be pleased to help and advise you in any way they can throughout the day.
Dress Code:
Our dress code is largely a matter of common sense and is in line with most clubs in the request for recognised golfing attire on the course, including appropriate footwear. Only knee length or predominantly white sports socks may be worn with golf shorts. In the clubhouse, after 7:00pm, smart casual wear is the order of the day. Players will be asked to leave the course or clubhouse if they are not dressed in suitable attire.
Playing Ability:
We expect all golfers to be of a reasonable standard and conversant with the rules of the game. The club reserves the right to ask any player to leave the course who appears to be lacking ability or knowledge of the rules and etiquette.
Tees:
Preferred tee times can be stipulated on your booking form. Play will strictly be from the yellow tees for gentlemen and red tees for ladies.
Format & Speed of Play:
Play should be strictly in three balls. Foursomes or Greensomes are also acceptable formats on the course. When playing 18 holes the format should be Stableford in order to maintain a reasonable pace. We ask you to pick up if you can’t score for the same reason. Other formats such as Texas Scramble can be played for 9 holes only. Our Course Marshal will have the authority to ask you to step aside if you are holding up other groups and will continue to monitor the situation throughout the round.
Bunkers and Course Care:
Please rake thoroughly taking care to keep sand within the bunker itself and replace rakes to the centre of the bunker, using the rake holders provided. Divots must be replaced and pitch marks repaired wherever applicable.
Buggies and Pro Shop:
Please visit our pro shop which you will find well stocked and competitively priced. Buggies, motorised and manual trolleys are available for hire. It is advisable to book buggies prior to your visit. Telephone 01799 527728 for more information.
Mobile Phones:
Use of phones is prohibited on the course and in the clubhouse. You may use your phones in the foyer or the car park.
Final Numbers & Deposit:
Your final numbers for golf and catering are required at least 48 hours prior to your visit otherwise we will assume your booking has been cancelled and your deposit will be forfeited. A non-returnable deposit of £150 is required to make your booking - this will be deducted from the total of your invoice, however if you cancel your visit it will be retained by the Club. Any reduction in numbers notified to SWGC after this time will be charged for. If your numbers fall below 15 this will be the minimum number charged for.
Payment of account:
All accounts must be settled on the day, unless otherwise agreed with the General Office. Preferred payment methods are cheque, cash or debit card.
