ADVERSE WEATHER AND COURSE CLOSURE

This is a quick reference guide designed for visitors and members.  A full Adverse Weather and Course Closure policy is available to members on the Member website.

Your safety always comes first.

• Play must stop whenever conditions make it unsafe to continue.
• Please follow the instructions of staff, marshals, or competition officials at all times.

Fog / Poor Visibility:

• Do not start play if you cannot see the full landing area of your shot.
• Minimum safe visibility:  Around 200 yards (for the 1st, the right-hand fairway bunker and for the 10th, the right hand black and white marker post).
• If fog thickens while you’re playing, stop immediately and wait for conditions to improve.
• The Club accepts no responsibility for incidents if play continues after the course has been closed due to fog.

Lightning / Thunderstorms:

• Play stops immediately if lightning is seen or thunder is heard nearby.
• One long klaxon blast or verbal instruction = suspension of play.
• Seek shelter in the Clubhouse or safe shelters.
• Play will not resume for at least 30 minutes after the last lightning strike.
• 2 short klaxon blasts or verbal information = resumption of play.

Frost / Ice:

• Morning inspections may delay opening times.
• Temporary greens or tees may be in use to protect the course.
• Please respect any closures or restrictions.

Heavy Rain / Flooding:

• Course, holes, trolley or buggy use may be restricted when ground is waterlogged or unsafe.
• Check updates via Pro Shop, Member golf app, or Club website.

High Winds:

• Stop play if it becomes difficult to stand or swing safely, or if debris is blowing across the course.
• Avoid wooded areas and open spaces until winds ease.

Heat / High Temperatures:

• Keep hydrated, use sun protection, and take shade breaks.
• The Club may delay or suspend play during heat alerts.

Communication:

• Up-to-date course status is available via:
  • Website / Member golf app.
  • Pro Shop.

Remember:

• If in doubt – don’t tee off.
• Your safety, and that of others, is always more important than finishing your round.