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Contents
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Welcome History About the Course Course Tour Membership Country Club Corporate Clients
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Pro Shop Tuition Custom Fitting Societies The Clubhouse Fine Dining Functions
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Weddings Practice Facilities Visitors Social Activities How to Find Us Contact Us
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Welcome
Set in 180 acres of Hertfordshire countryside, Hartsbourne Golf and
We provide everything that a golfer would expect at a well-established
Country Club is one of the most prestigious private members clubs in
club. The Pro Shop stocks a full range of equipment and clothing while
the south east of England.
expert tuition and extensive practice areas offer the opportunity to work on your game and lower your handicap.
The courses were first laid out in 1922 by the legendary F.G.Hawtree and J.H.Taylor and today Hartsbourne is still home to 27 holes of golf
And still Hartsbourne offers so much more than your average club.
that provide an invigorating and challenging examination of your golf
With our heated outdoor swimming pool, tennis court, three spacious
skills, yet are fair and playable for golfers of all abilities. The course is
bridge rooms, table tennis tables, two full-sized snooker tables and a sun
kept in outstanding condition all year round by the dedicated green
terrace that overlooks our manicured gardens, it is easy to appreciate
keeping staff for both members and visitors to enjoy.
why our Country Club is considered one of the hidden gems of private members golf.
As well as offering two demanding but enjoyable courses, we also have a long history of successfully hosting golf societies, private functions,
Come and see what makes us special. You are guaranteed a warm
lunches, weddings, golf days, conferences and events.
welcome and our friendly staff will ensure your visit is a memorable one.
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History
As well as fine facilities, Hartsbourne boasts a rich historical past,
A more glamorous period followed in the early 20th century as
however, records suggest that Hartsbourne was not always the warm,
Hartsbourne Manor became the country residence of American actress
welcoming venue it is today.
Maxine Elliott. Counting King Edward VII as one of her most adoring fans, the beautiful socialite turned Hartsbourne into something of a
In the mid-18th century, the then coach house was known as ‘The
party venue until she left in 1920.
Thieves Kitchen’, a nod to the owner’s friendly relationship with notorious highwayman Dick Turpin.
Winston Churchill, Lord Birkenhead and financier Pierpoint Morgan were all said to have been hosted at Hartsbourne, as well as Ms Elliott’s
Having been a hideout for criminals, the early 19th century saw
fiancé; the multiple Wimbledon champion Captain Tony Wilding, who
Hartsbourne fall into more savoury hands. Hartsbourne Manor-Place
later died in action during World War One.
was the family seat of Baronet Sir Thomas Thompson who, having served with the great Admiral at the battles of Nile and Copenhagen, was one of Horatio Nelson’s most trusted allies.
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The Hartsbourne golf courses were first laid out in 1922 by the
When the Wembley Golf Club were evicted from their land to make
legendary F.G.Hawtree with his new business partner of the time, the
room for a certain twin-towered stadium, they made their new home at
five-time Open Champion J.H.Taylor.
Hartsbourne in 1928 before the outbreak of war reignited the manor’s
Using their interest in the new science of green keeping and pioneering
military connection. The RAF commandeered Hartsbourne Manor in
ideas in bunker construction, they designed 27 characteristically
1940 to house the officers stationed at nearby Bentley Priory – the
individual holes that nestle effortlessly into the natural parkland.
intelligence hub of Britain’s airborne defence during World War Two.
The partnership went on to design many more great courses during the
After the war, the club was purchased by Mr CJ Stillitz, the founder of
inter-war years including the redevelopment of Royal Birkdale in 1932;
the present club, who gave us our current name, Hartsbourne Golf and
in fact, the Hawtree dynasty is now the longest continuous practice in
Country Club.
golf course architecture.
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History Continued
To meet the demands and expectations of today’s golfer, thoughtful
Many famous golfers have played at Hartsbourne; in 1954 Dai Rees won
improvements have taken place over the years by extending the
the Goray Championship here when he played with young Peter Allis.
drainage network, remodelling the streams that meander their way
Bernard and Geoff Hunt, the only brothers ever to represent Great
through the estate and the introduction of a state of the art irrigation
Britain in the same Ryder Cup team, played on the professional circuit
system. These works coupled with the diligent professionalism of our
in the 50s, 60s and 70s whilst being based at Hartsbourne Country
green keepers mean the courses are presented in wonderful condition
Club. Our challenging nine-hole course, now named ‘The Hunt Course’,
throughout the year.
continues their family’s long-standing association with Hartsbourne.
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About the Course
Situated on the county borders of Her tfordshire and Middlesex, the two courses at Har tsbourne Golf and Country Club provide a fine and fair challenge to golfers of all abilities.
Water comes into play on several holes, with a number of strategically placed ditches and brooks, while the more than adequate bunkering makes the course a challenge for golfers of all abilities.
Set over 180 acres of beautifully manicured and mature parkland, the courses are kept in immaculate condition all year round thanks to the wonderful work of our green keeping staff.
The course features a number of challenging par fours where accuracy is everything. Having hit the green, you will find the putting surfaces fast and true and in exceptional condition.
The nine-hole Hunt course, named after the famous golfing brothers Bernard and Geoff Hunt, measures 2,911 yards with a par of 35. This quaint course offers challenges of its own and makes for a superb 27hole loop for golfing societies.
The hardest hole on the course is the 421-yard, par four third. Featuring trees the length of the left hand side, from the tee you must avoid the bunker on the right and the lake straight ahead before avoiding the four bunkers when approaching the green.
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Course Tour
If you have never played at Hartsbourne Golf and Country Club before you are in for a treat. Make the most of your trip by learning about some of the pitfalls that lie in wait and how to avoid them as you follow our hole-by-hole tour. Hole 1 - Par 5 - 483 Yards Long hitters can drive over or between the bunkers and thus reach the green in two. If you cannot reach the bunkers, play your second shot off the ditch leaving a third shot to the green. Hole 2 - Par 3 - 177 Yards Quite a big green so the pin position is important. The difference can be as much as two clubs from front to back.
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Hole 3 - Par 4 - 421 Yards Aiming left of the bunker you will need to hit your tee shot 230 yards to give a clear shot to the green. The second shot is deceptively uphill. Hole 4 - Par 4 - 328 Yards The perfect tee shot on this hole should be 200 yards from the tee and favour the right side as the fairway slopes to the left. Aim your second shot slightly right again to allow for the sloping green. Hole 5 - Par 3 - 182 Yards The second short hole also has a big green with as much as two clubs difference from front to back. There is more room on the right hand side than the view from the tee suggests.
Hole 6 - Par 4 - 294 Yards Go on, have a go. Only 292 yards and downhill from the tee! If, on the other hand, your bunker play is not too good, lay up at about 200 yards from the tee.
Hole 9 - Par 4 - 427 Yards All the hazards are visible from the tee. A good drive will set up a tricky approach shot which should be aimed well left of the pin to allow for the slope.
Hole 7 - Par 5 – 519 Yards Take note of the slightly hidden bunker on the right hand side of the fairway. If you drive to the left of the bunker, then play up to about 100 yards from the green for a simple approach.
Hole 10 - Par 4 - 256 Yards Long hitters can carry the cross bunker and get very close to the green. If you lay up short, about 180 yards from the tee, you will have a short approach to a green that slopes steeply from back to front.
Hole 8 - Par 4 - 410 Yards You can see everything from the tee so avoid the bunkers on the right. If you do not feel you can easily reach the green in two then lay up short of the cross bunkers.
Hole 11 - Par 5 - 423 Yards The line from the tee depends on your driving distance. If you can drive the ball 250 yards aim right of centre but for those driving 200 yards or under, aim slightly left. Your approach shot must land short right of the green.
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Course Tour Continued
Hole 12 - Par 4 - 385 Yards
Hole 14 - Par 5 - 483 Yards
There is more room on the right than there appears and your drive
Your tee shot should be aimed slightly left of centre to allow for the slope.
should favour this side leaving an approach shot straight up a green that
You are helped a little by the firm ground, so that you can play a running
slopes from left to right.
shot approach but a four here is never bad on a testing par three.
Hole 13 - Par 5 - 497 Yards
Hole 15 - Par 3 - 153 Yards
If you can drive over the fairway bunker at about 220 yards you will be
All the hazards are visible from the tee. Club selection is important as the
rewarded with lots of run down the hill and possibly reach the green in
green is very contoured with two distinct levels.
two. The safe shot from the tee is to be short of the bunker then play to the hollow leaving a relatively short third.
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Hole 16 - Par 4 - 418 Yards
Hole 18 - Par 4 - 433 Yards
A reasonable drive will set up quite a short second shot to a green that
A really tough finishing hole. Hit your drive about 250 yards juts inside
slopes away from you. You can run your approach shot in from the right
the bunker on the right hand side to set up a long iron to a difficult green.
if you are not too confident about stopping the ball quickly.
Alternatively, play to reach the green in three, make a five and be happy.
Hole 17 - Par 4 - 414 Yards Your drive should favour the right half of the fairway as it slopes to the left. A big drive will be rewarded with a flat lie – anything shorter will leave a difficult shot off a sloping fairway. The green also slopes from right to left.
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Membership
Hartsbourne Golf and Country Club represents fantastic value for money
Similar Junior Executive membership for men and ladies is available to
through a variety of membership categories that suit all ages and standards.
those aged 30-39, while graduate membership opportunities exist for those aged between 18-29 and offer all the benefits of full membership but
The process of joining is simple and you can choose from a range of
at a reduced subscription.
membership packages to suit your lifestyle and budget with membership fees able to be paid by instalments.
We recognise the future of our great game is in the hands of our junior golfers and offer vastly discounted membership rates to younger players
Our membership is incredibly broad in terms of age, golfing experience,
and full-time students, with even more attractive rates on offer for those
cultural background and occupation. Whether you are male, female, young
aged 17 and under.
or old, new to golf, or a scratch player, everyone is welcome as a member. Beginner players will also find we represent an ideal choice, with excellent Our seven-day memberships allows unlimited use of the course, our
facilities and our talented PGA-qualified teaching team always on hand to
clubhouse facilities and outdoor facilities, the opportunity to enter club
offer instructions and support.
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The Academy at Hartsbourne is a 6 month Golf Membership which
• Fine practice facilities
offers a unique opportunity for beginners or those returning to golf. It
• Well-stocked Pro Shop for all your golfing needs
is a structured introduction to golf within a relaxed and friendly club
• PGA Professionals offering expert advice
environment, which includes 6 Free One Hour Lessons.
• Trolley hire • Friendly bar with long opening hours during peak times, reliably staffed
You do not have to play golf to be a member at Hartsbourne; a social
• Official handicap
membership is available for those non-golfers wishing to make use of our
• Excellent locker room and changing facilities
excellent clubhouse facilities.
• Qualified and highly experienced green keeper • Opportunities to play matches at no extra charge
Benefits of membership are extensive and include:
• Social events throughout the year
• 27 outstanding holes providing a wonderful test of golf • Full use of clubhouse facilities, including bridge rooms, table tennis, snooker rooms and more, subject to availability • Full use of heated swimming pool in summer
For more information and for membership rates applicable to each of our categories, please contact Memebership Secretary Ian Thomas on 020 8421 7272 or email ian@hartsbournecountryclub.co.uk
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Country Club
Although golf is at the heart of Hartsbourne, we offer so much more
The pool is open from the beginning of May to the end of September
than your average club.
and is supervised during the summer between 08:00-18:00 every day.
Having once been the playground of multiple Wimbledon champion
We also play host to a vibrant bridge society that meet weekly in our
Captain Anthony Wilding, it is appropriate that Hartsbourne Golf and
three spacious bridge rooms. Available to all members and invited
Country Club has tennis facilities. Weather permitting, the outdoor
guests of members, players of all experience are welcome to join, while
hard-court is open all year and can be booked via the main office.
help finding a playing partner can also be organised.
Our heated outdoor swimming pool provides members with the
With two full-sized snooker tables, members can get the measure of
perfect chance to unwind after a day on the course. With a secondary
more than just our challenging golf greens, as they swap putting for
pool and beautiful patio, the area is the perfect space for all members
potting in our immaculately maintained snooker room.
to catch some sun in beautiful surroundings, swim some lengths and generally relax.
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A member-run snooker club meets twice a month and organise regular tournaments for players of all abilities, providing the perfect setting for a different sort of challenge on the green. Given that the game originated from military officers knocking a golf ball to each other, it should come as no surprise that Hartsbourne is home to two table tennis tables. Informal table tennis evenings are organised on an ad-hoc basis, with booking in advance advisable. The club has also earned an enviable reputation for its excellent cuisine and first-rate service and, with a sun terrace that overlooks our beautifully manicured gardens, our members have many reasons other than golf to come to the club and relax.
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Corporate Clients
Hartsbourne Golf and Country Club is delighted to offer businesses the
We have a choice of rooms available for conferences, training and
opportunity to make use of our club for corporate golf days or as the
management meetings, all complete with the equipment you need to
memorable spot for a meeting. You will find us willing, welcoming and
make your event a success.
accommodating hosts. The clubhouse can accommodate up to 180 guests for large corporate If you are looking for a change of pace for your staff and a different venue
events and up to 120 for a sit-down conference. There are also a range
for your seminar or meeting, there is no better spot. The course and the
of smaller meeting rooms that are ideal for more intimate management
clubhouse are in a delightful setting, offer invigorating views and create
meetings or training seminars.
the perfect environment away from the hustle and bustle of daily office life in which to conduct business.
If you really want to make the most of your time with us, why not get the day’s business taken care of in the morning and consider rewarding your
All corporate hospitality packages can be tailored to meet your individual needs, while our events co-ordinator is happy to take care of the organisation so you can concentrate on your guests.
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staff with a round of golf in the afternoon?
Corporate golf is a great way of rewarding your employees and clients,
For more information or to book a corporate day with us, please contact
a way of saying thank you and an opportunity to spend productive time
our events co-ordinator, Amanda Patashnik, on 020 8421 7261 or email
with them in a friendly and challenging environment.
amanda@hartsbournecountryclub.co.uk
One of our professional team would be delighted to put on a group golfing clinic and if you invest in a few prizes from the well-stocked Pro Shop to use for a few fun competitions, you can be guaranteed a day that remains long in your delegates’ minds. Hartsbourne is an ideal venue, located in close proximity to Watford town centre, with excellent road links from the M1 and A41 and a wellsized, secure car park ensuring trouble free parking at all times.
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Pro Shop
The Head PGA Professional at Hartsbourne Golf and Country Club is Reeves Weedon, who is a friendly and well-respected face for members and visitors alike.
Look the part on the course with a vast selection of fashionable clothing from the likes of Stromberg, Ashworth, Glenmuir and Greg Norman, with shoes from FootJoy and Nike.
Reeves and his team of five teaching professionals are on hand in the Pro Shop to give first-rate advise, while offering a comprehensive stock of equipment.
The Pro Shop is also the place to go to hire pull trolleys, while electric buggies can be hired too, although booking in advance is advisable.
Although skill and expertise are vital elements in any sporting field, the use of carefully selected, high-quality equipment inevitably helps at the cutting edge of any performance. The professional team are committed to allowing you to make the most out of your game with the Pro Shop stocking a wide range of clubs featuring Ping, Callaway, TaylorMade, Titleist and MD Golf.
Combined with our competitive prices, first-rate service and a wide range of different products and brands readily available, whatever your budget or handicap we can make sure your needs will always be met. To contact Reeves with your equipment queries and buying advice, pop in and see him in the Pro Shop or call 020 8421 7266
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Some of the services we offer: • bones and joints • breast care • cancer treatment • children’s services • continence care • cosmetic surgery • dermatology • ear, nose and throat • men’s and women’s health • physiotherapy • private GP appointments • weight loss
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Tuition
If you have the commitment and desire to lower your handicap then Head Professional Reeves Weedon and his team will be delighted to help you achieve your goals, whatever they may be. It may not be possible to break par on a regular basis but professional tuition, combined with dedication and practice, can lead to a significant improvement in performance. Reeves has long believed it is only by understanding the physical and mental abilities of his students that he can realistically affect the changes that will make them better golfers. He is often heard to say that everybody is looking for something new and it’s for him and his team of five teaching professionals to provide it. To this end he is continually embracing the most advanced and innovative teaching methods and has enlisted a psychologist and bio-mechanist to
provide the most complete teaching programme at Hartsbourne Golf and Country Club. Reeves and his team are equally skilled at providing instruction for any standard of player, from beginner to tournament professional and will be totally honest with their assessment of you and on how they can help you. The professional team are here to provide the members and guests with all their golfing requirements and we have everything a golfer needs - a well-stocked Pro Shop, excellent practice facilities and lots of one-to-one advice. To book a lesson or for more information call Reeves on 020 8421 7266 or email reevesweedon@aol.com
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Custom Fitting
There has been a growing realisation in recent times that golfing tuition ought to go hand-in-hand with equipment that allows each player to make the absolute utmost of whatever level of natural talent they possess.
Custom fitting is something that we take seriously here at Hartsbourne and we pride ourselves in what we do. We offer a full and extensive range of products all available for custom fitting.
Clubs merely bought off the shelf will be of a standard specification but unfortunately golfers are not, coming in all shapes and sizes.
This service costs less than you think and can bring about a dramatic improvement in ball striking.
The reality is that a golfer could have a perfectly acceptable technique but still be held back because their clubs are not entirely suitable to their swing.
Even the top touring professionals struggle to maintain the same fundamentally sound swing characteristics every time, so it is a lot to ask for the average golfer to do likewise.
This is where custom fitting comes in, a relatively new phenomenon that allows a set of clubs to be built to marry with each golfer’s individual physique and swing characteristics.
Customising the clubs to position the golfer in the ideal position for their physical characteristics will train the golfer to address the ball with the correct posture and swing along the ideal swing plane, which all adds up to the correct impact position and better scores.
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Societies
While Hartsbourne is a traditional members’ club, we do warmly welcome visitors and golfing societies and extend an invitation to come and enjoy our hospitality. With our immaculate and historic golf courses, our exceptional catering team and our professional and attentive staff we are confident that your day with us will be most enjoyable. It is because we understand every event is unique that we offer an extensive range of custom-built packages designed to cater for your requirements. Whether it is a quick 18 holes followed by lunch in the Spike Bar or a full-blown Golf Day with breakfast, lunch and dinner, our events team is here to help.
The golf shop provides a comprehensive range of equipment as well as being able to arrange golf lessons, group golfing clinics and prizes. We ensure you remember the little things that really help create a special day by organise on-course competitions such as Longest Drive and Nearest the Pin, should you wish. We do ask that golfing guests produce a current handicap certificate and observe the etiquette and rules and regulations of the club Prices are very reasonable and highly competitive and we will do our utmost to ensure you leave happier than when you arrived. For more information or to book a society day please speak to our events co-ordinator, Amanda Patashnik, on 020 8421 7261.
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The Clubhouse
The Clubhouse at Hartsbourne Golf and Country Club provides all the facilities required by men, women and juniors and is steeped in history. Records show there has been a house, in one form or another, on the same site since as early as the 14th century and it has now become the social hub of the club. The Spike Bar delivers a wide array of beers, wines and spirits and a choice of non-alcoholic beverages. Hot and cold food is served seven days a week with friendly service to ensure golfers can celebrate or commiserate in hospitable surroundings. The restaurant serves a host of tempting meals with friendly and professional service and is open seven days a week.
The snooker room allows golfers to swap putting for potting on one of our two full-sized snooker tables, while a twice-weekly bridge club meet in the cards room, with members and invited guests welcome. The clubhouse is also home to table tennis tables, although members are advised to book tables in advance to ensure the room is not otherwise engaged. Our clubhouse is perfectly suited as a venue for any event and is available for hire. Our approachable and efficient staff provide first-class customer service and a meticulous attention to detail that will make your visit to Hartsbourne one you will remember for all the right reasons. If you wish to book our facilities then please contact our events coordinator, Amanda Patashnik, on 020 8421 7261.
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At Hartsbourne Golf and Country Club we look to offer a first-class service both on and off the course and our aim is for guests to have as equally an enjoyable experience in the clubhouse as they do tackling our parkland course.
Our chef and his outstanding team have gained a growing reputation for the quality and range of the menu and this quality cuisine, combined with wonderful service makes the restaurant the sophisticated centre of day-today life at the club.
The club has earned an enviable reputation beyond golf for the quality and conviviality of its dining facilities. Atmospheric and comfortable, the restaurant is defined by brilliant food and a dedicated, friendly and professional service.
The restaurant is also available for private hire and is a wonderful venue for any occasion, from weddings to Bar Mitzvah’s, birthdays to office parties, the Hartsbourne Golf and Country Club restaurant has the ambience and style to host your event.
The kitchen is run by General Manager Terry Mulford-Lawlor, who has been with the club for over 14 years, and uses all of his experience to provide great cuisine and ambience for both members and outside functions.
If time is at a premium and you just want a quick but filling snack, then these are available daily from The Spike Bar. The restaurant is open daily from 09:00 – 15:30. For reservations, private event bookings and all other function enquiries, please contact our functions co-ordinator, Amanda Patashnik, on 0208 421 7272.
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Functions
If you are looking to organise a function or special event in Hertfordshire, then look no further than Hartsbourne Golf and Country Club. No matter what event you have in mind, from birthday parties to engagement celebrations to a Bar Mitzvah extravaganza, we have the experience to make sure you don’t have to worry about a thing. Eddie Graham is the new Banqueting and Marketing Manager and has joined Hartsbourne with a wealth of expertise and experience in the Functions Hospitality and Catering Business. Set within walking distance of Bushey Heath town, the clubhouse provides picturesque views over 300 acres of Hertfordshire countryside. The splendour of the location is matched only by the meticulous attention to detail shown by our conscientious staff whatever the size or nature of the occasion.
Our function suite offers flexibility, allowing us to cater for all your requirements, from a small, intimate party to a sit-down meal for 120 up to a standing reception of up to 180. Our terrace is a lovely spot to sit and enjoy a drink should you be lucky enough to choose a warm sunny day for your function. We pride ourselves in being flexible when it comes to our menus and are always happy to discuss alternatives with you should you not find exactly what you want from our menu. To start organising your function at Hartsbourne Golf and Country Club contact our events co-ordinator, Amanda Patashnik, on 020 8421 7261, email - amanda@hartsbournecountryclub.co.uk or Eddie Graham on 020 8421 7272, email - eddiegraham@hartsbournecountryclub.co.uk
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Weddings
A wedding day is one of those unforgettable events that it is worth
The venue really does provide the perfect setting for a truly memorable
celebrating in style, so why not share the occasion with family and friends
day – a modern clubhouse and sun terrace with beautiful views of our
in the beautiful surroundings of Hartsbourne Golf and Country Club. The
golf course creating the perfect backdrop.
romantic setting, friendly, professional staff and superb cuisine offer the perfect venue, turning dreams of your day into reality.
Outside, that wonderful scenery will help your photographer create a wedding album to be treasured.
From the initial enquiry right through to final goodbyes on the wedding day, the knowledgeable and professional team at Hartsbourne are there
Another reason for choosing Hartsbourne is the expertise of our resident
to guide you through what sometimes seems like a maze of decisions,
chef who, along with his team, can prepare whatever you desire, from a
ensuring that the day is seamless perfection.
three-course a la carte style meal to a sumptuous fork buffet.
Deciding to make a lifelong commitment is probably the biggest decision a couple could make – choosing Hartsbourne Golf and Country Club could be one of the best.
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Hartsbourne caters for large parties, for evening receptions and up to
Overnight accommodation in a honeymoon suite is available at a number
120 people for a sit-down meal. A dance floor is also available and we
of local hotels with our helpful management team always available to give
can make recommendations regarding entertainment to make sure you
you advice on what best suits your special day.
round off the day in style. The catering on offer at Hartsbourne is second to none and will ensure your Yours will be the only wedding reception that we cater for on the day, so
guests leave satisfied and remember the occasion for all the right reasons.
you will be assured of our full and best attention at all times. To start organising your special day at Hartsbourne Golf and Country We cater equally impressively for evening receptions, with the fare being
Club contact our banqueting and marketing manager Eddie Graham on
just as tasty and the choice available within our hot and cold buffet menus
020 8421 7272, email - eddiegraham@hartsbournecountryclub.co.uk
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Practice Facilities
One of the often-overlooked criteria in choosing a golf club to belong to
The long game is equally well catered for, with a covered driving range
is the standard of its practice facilities.
featuring three bays that allows golfers the opportunity to open their shoulders and feel the flight of the ball before stepping onto the course.
While the course is obviously of paramount importance, the game of golf is a never-ending, sometimes frustrating, pursuit of excellence and
A large chipping area is also available for golfers looking to perfect those
the only way to improve is by spending time working on the areas of our
round-saving up-and-downs and sand saves. For those who find time is
game that do not meet one’s hopes or expectations.
at a premium, there are practice nets by the driving range that afford the opportunity to get loose before beginning a round.
The club’s practice facilities are open to anyone who has paid a green fee. For those wishing to work on their short game, there is a large
For more information, please call the Hartsbourne Pro Shop on
putting green that has been specially prepared to complement the subtle
020 8421 7266.
borrows and run of the course greens.
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Visitors
Visitors are always welcome at Hartsbourne where we endeavour to provide a warm welcome and a day out to remember. You do not have to be a golfer to be able to spend an enjoyable time with us. You will find the course provides an interesting challenge for golfers of all abilities, though, we do ask that golfing guests produce a current handicap certificate and observe the etiquette and rules and regulations of the club. The well-stocked Pro Shop will allow you to stock up on consumables and to browse the wide range of golf equipment and clothing. The staff can arrange for one-on-one tuition should you wish to brush up your skills before play.
Golf trolleys and electric buggies are available, although booking in advance is advisable. After the game, head to the clubhouse where you can relax with companions in the comfortable lounge or the sun terrace that overlooks the immaculately manicured gardens. A full range of catering facilities is also available. Details of our visitor green fee rates can be found on our website, www. hartsbournecountyclub.co.uk and while there, please take a moment to read our rules on dress regulations to ensure your visit runs as smoothly as possible. A minimum standard of smart casual dress is required in all areas of the clubhouse at all times.
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Social Activities
Hartsbourne doesn’t just want to be thought of as a place to come and
The club dinners are also a highlight of the social calendar at Hartsbourne,
enjoy an excellent round of golf, the club wants members and visitors to
as members are able to build and renew friendships away from the on
feel so comfortable and at ease here that it becomes like a second home.
course competitions.
While there are two lovely courses, there is so much more to offer and
Significant dates in the calendar are also celebrated with gusto as our
all are invited to spend some time here whether the golf clubs have been
festive meals are always warmly welcomed by our members, while our
popped in the car boot or not.
regular quiz nights always go down a treat.
There is a lively social side to Hartsbourne with numerous events organised
However, if the delights of golf have not hooked you but you would like to
throughout the year.
play an active part in Hartsbourne’s social side as well as being able to make use of the clubhouse facilities, then social membership is also available.
Various themed dining evenings always prove to be very popular, as members like to take every opportunity to enjoy the excellent catering on
For more information about social events don’t hesitate to contact us on
offer at Hartsbourne.
020 8421 7261.
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How to Find Us
Hartsbourne Golf and Country Club is located in close proximity to Watford town centre and is easily accessible from the M1 and A41. For satellite navigation purposes our postcode is WD23 1JW. Directions From the A41 – Take the exit at junction 19 to Watford. At the next roundabout take the second exit onto N Western Avenue. Continue along this road until reaching the roundabout where you take the third exit onto Colne Way/N Western Avenue. Continue straight before taking the third exit onto Elstree Road at the following roundabout. At the next roundabout take the first exit onto Heathbourne Road and stay on this until reaching a right hand turn onto The Common. After 0.3 miles turn left onto Hartsbourne Avenue where you will find the entrance to the club car park straight ahead.
Public Transport The nearest railway station is Bushey, which is just under three miles away. Seven trains an hour depart from central London with an estimated journey time of between 15-28 minutes.
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Contact Us
Here at Hartsbourne Golf and Country Club it is always a pleasure to meet new members, visitors and guests. If we can assist you with any queries or questions that you may have then please do not hesitate to get in touch. Hartsbourne Golf and Country Club Hartsbourne Avenue Bushey Heath Hertfordshire WD23 1JW
Office Tel: 020 8421 7272 Fax: 020 8950 5357 Email: office@hartsbournecountryclub.co.uk
Banqueting & Marketing Manager – Eddie Graham Tel: 020 8421 7272 Email: eddiegraham@hartsbournecountryclub.co.uk
General Manager – Ian Thomas Email: ian@hartsbournecountryclub.co.uk
Head Golf Professional – Reeves Weedon Tel: 020 8421 7266 Email: reevesweedon@aol.com
Events Co-ordinator – Amanda Patashnik Tel: 020 8421 7261 Email: amanda@hartsbournecountryclub.co.uk Membership Secretary – Ian Thomas Tel: 020 8421 7272 Email: ian@hartsbournecountryclub.co.uk
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