Course Etiquette Why Golf Etiquette? In order for you and other players on the course to enjoy your round of golf, Bury St Edmunds Golf Club expects members and visitors to observe the basic rules of golf etiquette. Golf etiquette is simply a set of rules and practices designed to make the game of golf safer and more enjoyable for golfers and to minimise the possible damage to golf equipment and courses These rules are common sense and extremely simple. They make the game more enjoyable for everyone. Respect the game and the other players! General Golf Etiquette Wear appropriate attire that conforms to the dress code of the course. Be punctual and arrive on time for your tee time. Tee off on your tee time! Keep your mobile phone silenced while on the golf course. Be respectful of other golfers and staff at the club. Avoid loud and disruptive behaviour. Be considerate of other players on the course. Follow the club’s rules and regulations. Golf Silence is Golden – Don’t talk or make noise while another golfer is taking their shot. Remember this applies to the warm up net by the 1st Tee and 18th green. Be mindful of others playing when preparing for your round. Remember to keep a safe distance in case you’re waiting right behind a golfer for your turn – golf clubs can be dangerous (and painful)! Don’t stand in another golfer’s line of sight when they are about to take their shot. Where do I stand? Generally, you should always try and stand behind the ball, ideally to the side of the person hitting. Wait for every player to tee off before leaving the tee box. Don’t step on another golfer’s putting line. You can congratulate and make small talk before and after the game or between shots. Play “ready golf” – check with the people in your group to make sure they’re all fine with this. Help others find their ball. Help find their ball if yours is further than theirs or they’re next to hit. Avoid spending too much time looking for balls – remember the ‘3 minute rule’. The three minutes begin when you reach the place where you suspect your ball. If your playing partners reach that place before you, that does not count towards your three minutes. If you think your ball may be lost – play a provisional ball and announce it explicitly. Allow faster groups of golfers to play through if you are holding up their game. Walking Speed – speed up your walking between shots, if you are falling behind. Take a limited number of practice swings (one or two) – quick and easy. Golfers should always shake hands at the end of the game. Greens Repair Your Ball Marks on Greens. Unrepaired pitch marks or poorly repaired ball marks can lead to missed putts and surfaces that take weeks to recuperate. On the green, the player farthest from the hole putts first. Course Repair any divots that you make on the golf course. Minimise the divots in your practice swings. If hitting an iron or wedge from the tee box, you can set your ball behind another divot to avoid making a new one. Rake the sand in bunkers after your shot. Don’t hit a ball into the group ahead of you – never hit a ball when there’s a group ahead of you ‘within your distance’. It is dangerous! Always yell “Fore” when an errant ball is hit towards other people (“Fore” is a term commonly used in golf that essentially means “duck and cover”.) Avoid taking Golf Trolleys and buggies within 15 feet / 5 m of the edge of the green. Never take buggies or trolleys between green side bunkers and the green Golf buggies / Carts Golf buggies should never be driven in a way that endangers other players or golf course staff. Keep golf buggies off the greens and tee boxes. Avoid wet turf as the weight of a heavy golf buggies can easily tear through a patch of wet turf. Follow the golf buggies paths wherever possible avoid driving close to the greens. Bookings and Start Times Be responsible when booking tee times. Please cancel any bookings, if booked and your circumstances change. Be aware that the tee times in the BRS system may be different to what you booked, due to last minute cancellations. Score Card & Scores Bury St Edmunds Golf Club follows WHS guidelines in all cases. Stableford golf: pick up your ball if you have already taken your double bogey shot, as you cannot score points on this hole anymore! For competitions, enter your scores on your mobile, even if you have played badly (or too well!). Any problems when entering your scores may be resolved by discussing with the pro shop personnel. Finally... Do not cheat! Do not lose your temper!

We take great pride in our exceptional club, boasting two exquisite golf courses and a range of outstanding social facilities. Our warm and inclusive atmosphere extends a heartfelt welcome to both members and guests. Our renowned 18-hole championship course is a preferred venue for regional competitions, thanks to its challenging nature, year-round playability, and our unwavering dedication to upholding its impeccable standards MEMBER HOME MENS SECTION LADIES SECTION SENIORS SECTION JUNIORS SECTION COURSE INFO EVENT GALLERIES 14/11/24 2024 Presentation Evening Want to download an image? On a desktop computer, simply hover on an image, and click the download icon in the bottom right hand corner of the photo. On mobile, click on the image and then click the download icon in the top right hand corner

At Bury St Edmunds Golf Club, we are proud to offer our spectacular clubhouse as a venue hire for corporate events and private parties. Our function rooms boast stunning views of our golf course, making it the perfect setting for whatever your private event. Our Club CLUB HISTORY Golfing since 1924 The golf course’s original design was by the first British Ryder Cup team captain Ted Ray, winner of an Open and a US Open. It measured 6,087 yards, which was regarded as long for a non-links course. Today’s measurement of 6,676 off the white tees is still the second longest in Suffolk READ MORE SOCIETIES READ MORE PRIVATE EVENTS READ MORE THE CLUBHOUSE The Heart Of Our Community At Bury St Edmunds Golf Club, we are proud to offer our spectacular clubhouse as a venue hire for corporate events and private parties. Our function rooms boast stunning views of our golf course, making it the perfect setting for whatever your private event. We can cater for up to 120 people if seated, and 90 if a dance floor is required, making our venue hire perfect for a wide variety of events EXPLORE OUR VENUE The Pro Shop EXPLORE Our Pro Shop is stocked full of golf equipment at very competitive prices. Carrying the latest clubs from industry leaders Ping, Titleist, Callaway and Wilson, paired with a full custom fit service to make sure they suit your swing. For clothing we have a range of shirts, jumpers, outer layers, trousers, waterproofs and shoes. Tees, balls and divot repair tools make sure you’re ready to hit the course

When the course at Bury St Edmunds was created in 1924, the world was a very different place. Huddersfield Town were the football league champions, Harold Abrahams and Eric Liddell were taking gold for Britain in the ‘Chariots of Fire’ Olympics in Paris. King George V had opened the British Empire Exhibition at the new Wembley stadium, Ramsey MacDonald was the first Labour prime minister. CLUB HISTORY Golfing since 1924 We are very proud of our club, with 2 fine golf courses and social facilities to match. There’s a welcome to members and guests alike. Our 18-hole championship course often hosts regional competitions by virtue of the test of golf, all year round playability and our commitment to maintaining the high quality of the course. Indeed, as a member-owned club all ‘profits’ get re-invested back into the courses and facilities, and we have an on-going programme of course and club improvements. Our 9-hole course enjoys the same high quality, and is a popular Pay-&-Play facility used by many in mid-Suffolk to learn and hone their game before taking the next leap. Our coaching staff are highly regarded and can teach individually or in groups in structured learning. We have a thriving ladies section, as well a Junior Development Programme priced to encourage a wider take up of the game. And so, whatever your standard of golf, there’s a welcome at our club. Just drop by and see for yourself. A BRIEF HISTORY OF OUR CLUB When the course at Bury St Edmunds was created in 1924, the world was a very different place. Huddersfield Town were the football league champions, Harold Abrahams and Eric Liddell were taking gold for Britain in the ‘Chariots of Fire’ Olympics in Paris. King George V had opened the British Empire Exhibition at the new Wembley stadium, Ramsey MacDonald was the first Labour prime minister. The Thief of Baghdad, with Douglas Fairbanks, was movie of the year and Gershwin’s Rhapsody In Blue the hit song. The golf course’s original design was by the first British Ryder Cup team captain Ted Ray, winner of an Open and a US Open. It measured 6,087 yards, which was regarded as long for a non-links course. Today’s measurement of 6,676 off the white tees is still the second longest in Suffolk In an era when golf was largely the province of the wealthy aristocratic and professional classes, the club was created with a deliberate policy of being open and available to the townspeople of Bury St Edmunds, with the admirable tagline “No swank and no bunkum”. The first pro was Arthur Matthews and a splendid link with the past (for any sport is nothing without its roots) in the form of one of his clubs – an ancient hickory-shafted mid-iron stamped with his name – hangs above the bar, the prize for the annual President’s Mashie competition. Matthews (who earned 50 shillings a week) was also in charge of the clubhouse, which was then lit by oil lamps, for mains electricity was not connected until 1937. He had an assistant, Miss Nellie Baldwin, who was paid 12s 6d a week to provide food and (crikey!) “anything else necessary”. During World War II the course, like many other sporting venues (racing and football grandstands, for instance, were commonly used as troop billets or hospitals), did its bit. The humps and hollows in the belt of woodland between the 7th and 8th fairways are reminders of an assault course built by the Suffolk Regiment. The ladies’ section held regular competitions to raise money for causes such as the Red Cross. A wholesale redesign of the course (by noted golf architect Frank Pennick) and a new clubhouse became necessary during the sixties because of the construction of the A14. New holes were built, original ones renumbered – what was the first is now the sixth, for example, and the old sixth now the fourteenth – and many greens became multi-tiered. The new-look Bury St Edmunds was formally opened in May 1969 Another step forward was the construction of a nine-hole course, opened in October 1991 and now a thriving pay-and-play facility, a boon for beginners and casual golfers but no ‘gimme’ for the more experienced player either.

Experience the ultimate golf shopping destination at our Bury St Edmunds Pro Shop, where you'll discover an extensive selection of top-notch golf equipment, all at unbeatable prices. Indulge in the latest offerings from renowned industry leaders such as Ping, Titleist, Callaway, & Wilson, ensuring you have access to the most cutting-edge clubs that perfectly complement your unique swing. Our expert staff provides a comprehensive custom fit service, tailoring the equipment precisely to your needs The Pro Shop CONTACT PRO SHOP We are equipped with two indoor Foresight teaching facilities Foresight GC Quad Bay Foresight GC3 Bay Experience the ultimate golf shopping destination at our Pro Shop, where you'll discover an extensive selection of premium golf equipment, all at competitive prices. Indulge in the latest offerings from renowned industry leaders such as Ping, Titleist and Callaway, ensuring you have access to the most cutting-edge clubs that perfectly complement your unique swing. Our expert staff provide a comprehensive custom fit service, tailoring the equipment precisely to your needs. In addition to exceptional gear, our Pro Shop also showcases an array of stylish and functional apparel. Choose from an impressive assortment of shirts, jumpers, outer layers, trousers, waterproofs, and shoes, allowing you to showcase both your fashion sense and performance on the course. We've got you covered with everything from tees and balls to divot repair tools, ensuring you're fully equipped and prepared to conquer the fairways with confidence Brands We Stock VISIT MATT'S WEBSITE Contact Pro Shop 01284 755979 First Name Last Name Email Phone Number I am a... Choose an option Write a message Submit Thanks for submitting! One of our team will be in touch as soon as possible.

MEMBERSHIPS Become A Member Applicants with a CDH number & Handicap Index Complete the Membership Application form and return to the office together with your CDH number, handicap index and/or letter of recommendation from your existing club. You can be proposed by an existing member of our club who has held 2 years membership. Applicants without a handicap or new to golf Prior to being offered membership of Bury St Edmunds Golf Club you will be invited to attend a free initial assessment with our professional, who will advise on such matters as etiquette and your capacity to obtain a golf handicap. New players may be interested in our Pathway to Golf scheme available through the Pro Shop. Please complete one of the forms below and return to the office: JUNIOR MEMBERSHIP FORM

We cater for funeral receptions here at Bury St Edmunds Golf Club, and with a warm and gentle approach to the circumstances, we aim to provide a simple & effective service for the family & friends concerned. Shown below, is our private function room, which holds up to 70 people, and provides a memorable outlook over the golf course. We also have a larger room which holds up to 120, subject to availability. Funeral Receptions VIEW OUR BROCHURE PLEASE CONTACT: Tom Crouch Bar & Catering Manager 01284 717246 Email Tom We cater for funeral receptions here at Bury St Edmunds Golf Club, and with a warm and gentle approach to the circumstances, we aim to provide a simple & effective service for the family & friends concerned. Shown below, is our private function room, which holds up to 70 people , and provides a memorable outlook over the golf course, and will be exclusive to yourselves. We have a range of menus available to choose from all of which are available to view via the tabs below. The most common menu guests choose is the par menu. Our Funeral Venue Brochure – menus and pricing enclosed All three menus offer something for everyone, with a wide range of hot and cold food available, and both are always well received. We have a fully licensed bar, should your guests wish to get an alcoholic or soft drink, or if you wish we can set up a bar tab to be added to your final payment. When the weather allows it, guests are invited to enjoy the veranda, subject to availability. The tranquil setting offers the perfect opportunity for some private reflection, or celebrating life with loved ones. Dishes suitable for a variety of allergies and intolerances can be organised, suitable notice of which will be required. Free, Large Car Park Wheelchair Access Full Catering Options Testimonials: “I just wanted to let you know how pleased we were able to hold my husband’s funeral reception at the Golf Club. It was good that everything was handled so efficiently. The food was excellent. The use of the big screen to show a slideshow of photos was very helpful. Communication prior to the event was excellent and very reassuring at such a difficult time. Thank you and your staff very much.” "Dear Tom, Just want to thank you so very much for making our wake as good as it could be. Everyone said the food was superb, and the venue was brilliant. I also appreciated your catering for our pescatarian and also the vegetarian. The staff were lovely. Well done. Thanks once again." “Just a quick email to sincerely thank you and your staff for the wonderful reception you gave me, family and friends of Ben. Everyone commented on the lovely venue and the wonderful food spread your staff prepared and served. Well done !!! I will certainly recommend you to anyone looking for a venue in Bury St Edmunds. Take care and many thanks.” “The remarkable professional standard you and your catering team provided was exceptional … The catering selection and presentation chef and his team provided was exceptional and Bury Golf Club should be proud of the efficient organisation and structure you and your catering team provided” “Our family thank you for you and your staffs excellent service for our daughters wake. Your service was attentive but not intrusive and nothing was too much trouble. We would certainly have no hesitation in recommending you to others” Terms & Conditions All bookings are subject to our terms and conditions. View them below: VIEW T&C's PLEASE CONTACT: Tom Crouch Bar & Catering Manager 01284 717246 Email Tom

Our function room holds up to 120 people (limited to 90 with a dance floor). If you require entertainment, we have a DJ we use regularly, however you are welcome to to organise your own entertainment. We have wide variety of menus to suit any occasion here at Bury St Edmunds Golf Club. Private Hire PLEASE CONTACT: Tom Crouch Bar & Catering Manager 01284 717246 Email Tom Our function room holds up to 120 people (limited to 90 with a dance floor). If you require entertainment, we have a DJ we use regularly, however you are welcome to to organise your own entertainment. We have wide variety of menus to suit any occasion here at Bury St Edmunds Golf Club. Presentation Evenings Birthday Celebrations Weddings Wedding Anniversaries Annual Dinners Luncheon Reunions Our Menus: 3 Course Menu for 2024 3 Course Menu for 2025 Christmas Menu Hot Carved Buffet Menu Sample Carvery Menu Sample Fine Dining Menu BBQ Menu Wi-Fi Natural daylight Terrace Views overlooking the golf course Disabled access Large carpark PLEASE CONTACT: Tom Crouch Bar & Catering Manager 01284 717246 Email Tom

We take great pride in our exceptional club, boasting two exquisite golf courses and a range of outstanding social facilities. Our warm and inclusive atmosphere extends a heartfelt welcome to both members and guests. Our renowned 18-hole championship course is a preferred venue for regional competitions, thanks to its challenging nature, year-round playability, and our unwavering dedication to upholding its impeccable standards ALL COURSES The Scorecards 18 Hole Course Championship Course Scorecard DOWNLOAD 9 HOLE 9 Hole Greene King Scorecard DOWNLOAD

HOSPITALITY Bar Menu Our kitchen is open Monday to Sunday 9:30am - 4pm Whether you're popping in after a round or visiting for lunch with friends, our freshly prepared bar menu offers a range of popular classics, light bites, and seasonal specials – all served in a relaxed clubhouse setting. Open 7 days a week between 9:30am and 4pm. Menu Highlights: Poached Eggs, Avocado, Smoked Back Bacon & Grilled Vine Tomatoes 18 Holer Breakfast Clubhouse Sandwich Loaded Chilli Fries Club Centenary Burger View Lunch Menu

We take great pride in our exceptional club, boasting two exquisite golf courses and a range of outstanding social facilities. Our warm and inclusive atmosphere extends a heartfelt welcome to both members and guests. Our renowned 18-hole championship course is a preferred venue for regional competitions, thanks to its challenging nature, year-round playability, and our unwavering dedication to upholding its impeccable standards GREENE KING 9 HOLE Course Flyover

We take great pride in our exceptional club, boasting two exquisite golf courses and a range of outstanding social facilities. Our warm and inclusive atmosphere extends a heartfelt welcome to both members and guests. Our renowned 18-hole championship course is a preferred venue for regional competitions, thanks to its challenging nature, year-round playability, and our unwavering dedication to upholding its impeccable standards MEMBER HOME MENS SECTION LADIES SECTION SENIORS SECTION JUNIORS SECTION COURSE INFO EVENT GALLERIES 11/08/24 Hickory Golf Day