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Introduction About the Course Practice Facilities Clubhouse and Functions Social Activities Visitor Information Societies
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Open Golf Events Membership Benefits of Membership Professional and Pro Shop Tuition Further Information How to Find Us
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Introduction On 1st February 1932 a company was formed by Messrs Douglas Maxwell and Eric Waller following the sale of some of their grocery and fruiterer business premises. The aim was to found a golf club under their new company name of Wallisdown (Bournemouth) Golf Club. Shares in the company were created contributing to the capital of ÂŁ8,000 which the company had amassed. In December 1932 negotiations were initiated with Lord Wimborne for the purchase of land on Canford Heath. By the end of March 1933 the deal was sealed. The then Board of Trade refused to sanction the chosen name for the company, which then remained as B & EP (Direct Supplies) Limited. The golf club was registered as Northbourne Golf Club. The club was formally opened in 1934 with an exhibition match between Percy Alliss (seated centre in black jacket), professional at Ferndown GC, and Alf Padgham.
In 1959 it was renamed New Northbourne Golf Club by the new owner, Mr Billy Knott. He sold it on in 1972 but the new owner went bankrupt in 1976. The club members were offered the opportunity to raise capital for the purchase of the course. This was successfully achieved and the club was renamed Knighton Heath Golf Club.
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Introduction Continued Knighton Heath Golf Club is situated just north of the Bournemouth and Poole conurbation but whilst playing the course you will often feel as if you are in the heart of the countryside. It is a genuine heathland course, set in 90 acres of high ground beside Canford Heath and offers a great place to play golf in Dorset. Its proximity to the heath and the wildlife which live there means you are often able to catch sight of grazing deer, birds of prey and other wildlife all whilst enjoying your round of golf. The course is made all the more interesting by a varied change of elevation and at key points offers good views across the Stour valley and beyond.
A fair but testing course, it offers a great challenge to all golfers no matter what their ability and the club prides itself in being well known for its warm, friendly welcome. As testament to the overall package on offer to you is that Knighton Heath is continually being asked to host Dorset county events. Please carry on reading if you want any more reasons to give us a try!
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About the Course The course is expertly maintained by our course manager and his highly motivated and enthusiastic team. As such the course is always in superb condition, and boasts arguably some of the best greens in Dorset. You will need to plot your way around the course which is heavily treelined with some narrow fairways. The greens are in superb condition and the course presents an excellent test of golf for players of all standards. Our course manager and his team continually strive to improve the course, and recent changes have certainly enhanced the overall presentation. For men playing off the competition tees (Blue) the course measures 6,065 yards. However despite its modest length by modern standards do not let this fool you into thinking it will be easy! With the Standard Scratch Score of 70 matching the par, you will understand that Knighton Heath is no pushover.
The course for ladies (Red tees) measures 5,474 yards. Although the ladies get an extra shot, with the 17th being played as a par 5, the par of 71 is actually two strokes fewer than the Standard Scratch Score. From the White tees the course measures 5,838 yards. These tees are allocated to members ‘general’ play and are also those used by any visiting societies. To assist you with yardages each fairway has 150 yard marker posts and 100 marker discs in the centre of the fairway – both to the centre of the green. On the greens we use a colour convention to indicate front (red), centre (yellow) and white (rear) in rotation.
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Practice Facilities Knighton Heath Golf Club is committed to offering its members all the facilities possible to enable members the chance to become as proficient at this great game of golf as their talent and application allows. A large practice area adjacent to the course provides the opportunity to practise your full swing.
Additionally, a very nice putting green mirrors the fine surfaces to be found out on the course. For those where time is at a premium, there are driving nets not far from the first tee.
The short game is not overlooked, either, with a chipping practice area enabling the dedicated player the chance to work on those roundsaving shots around the green. The words “sand save� could quickly be added to your golfing vocabulary once you become proficient from our practice bunker.
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Clubhouse and Functions The clubhouse offers great comfort and a welcoming atmosphere in which to socialise and relax either after a round of golf or as members of the club. Favourable comments are regularly received from visitors regarding the bar and catering facilities at the club. The bar is well stocked with a wide selection of draught and bottled beers, wines, and spirits and a choice of soft drinks. Hot and cold food is served daily seven days a week. You can enjoy a good selection of snacks at the bar or enjoy a filling two-course or three-course meal.
The club is also able to cater for smaller functions and would be delighted for you to consider Knighton Heath to host your birthday or anniversary party or retirement celebration. Our experienced staff will ensure you do not have to worry, enabling you to relax and enjoy your special occasion safe in the knowledge your guests are in good hands. We can accommodate up to 80 people for a sit-down meal. To discuss availability of the clubhouse and to arrange a tour of our premises, please telephone the Club Manager.
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Social Activities With the excellent facilities available and a sociable, friendly group of members, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the off-course benefits of being a member at Knighton Heath Golf Club. An extensive and varied programme of social events is organised throughout the year, with the aim being that there should be something to appeal to everyone, whatever their taste in entertainment.
Music figures highly on the list of our members’ favourite off-course interests and the likes of a summer party, tribute dinner dance and autumn dance/disco will often be found among the calendar of events. In December there is a Christmas lunch followed by carol singing as well as a Christmas Dinner Dance or New Year’s Eve party.
These social occasions range from a series of quiz evenings throughout the year to formal sit-down dinners and shows by invited performers such as tribute acts and comedians.
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Visitor Information We welcome visitors to Knighton Heath Golf Club on weekdays, subject to tee reservations, and they can be assured of a warm welcome with first-class catering after their round which only complements what we are confident is some of the best golf in Dorset. Unless signed in and playing in with a member as a guest, visitors may only play between 10am and noon and from 1.30pm onwards in the summer months weekdays. These times change to 10am and 11am and after 12.30pm when the clocks go back in the autumn. At weekends, unless signed in by a member, visitors may only play after 1pm.
In the less busy winter months in particular there are some outstanding deals to be had offering golf followed by a snack or more substantial meal, all for a very reasonable price. Make sure you check out our website, www.knightonheathgolfclub.co.uk so you are in a position to take advantage of the latest offers. Please also take a moment to visit our website and read our rules on dress regulations to ensure your visit runs as smoothly as possible. As with most golf clubs, a minimum standard of smart casual dress is required in all areas of the clubhouse at all times. Only acceptable golfing attire may be worn on the course.
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Societies Knighton Heath Golf Club welcomes societies and corporate golfing groups on weekdays throughout the year.
Organised group coaching and group clinics are easily accommodated on corporate days.
Our superb course will guarantee you a great day of golf. Good food and excellent facilities await you upon your return to the clubhouse to set the seal on a memorable day.
All in all you will experience a wonderful day, and if we could guarantee the weather it would be almost perfect!
We have several ready-made packages available or are happy to customise a day to your exact requirements.
For more information on booking a society day please contact us on 01202 572633 or visit our website, www.knightonheathgolfclub.co.uk
Our staff and Professional are on hand to assist you in any way they can. They can supply prizes, advise on longest drive holes, provide markers for longest drive and nearest-the-pin competitions, hire out buggies and trolleys, hire out replacement batteries, offer replacement shoe spikes and offer members prices on forgotten shoes! Jumpers, shirts, hats, gloves, tees and balls are all available so no-one has their day spoilt by forgetting to bring something with them.
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Open Golf Events Knighton Heath Golf Club is always delighted to showcase its outstanding course and offers golfers of all abilities the opportunity to play here in a series of Open competitions which are held throughout the year. We hold Opens each year for all sections of the club and include a Mixed Open. In addition, the ladies also run at least one Open Bowmaker featuring teams of three, and host a Coffee Morning towards the end of the season. With the exception of the Junior event, which is a medal for individual players, the competitions are aimed at pairs or teams.
These events are an excellent way to enjoy the Knighton Heath golfing experience, play on one of the region’s most highlyregarded courses, meet new friends and see how your game stands up to the rigours of competition! If you are looking for some great golf in Dorset, why not give us a try? Prices for entry are very reasonable and dates of upcoming events, together with printable entry forms, can be downloaded from our website, www.knightonheathgolfclub.co.uk The club also organises a prestigious competition known as the Knighton Heath Knock-Out Trophy which is keenly contested annually by seniors from a number of clubs in Dorset.
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Membership Membership of Knighton Heath GC offers you a wide variety of benefits irrespective of whether you already have a handicap, wish to obtain one or simply play social golf. The club has four main sections: Men, Ladies, Seniors, Juniors and is committed to full equality. The majority of our members are Full members. Men The normal calendar has a monthly medal and/or stableford competition. These competitions are generally held on a Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday with each competition being run as an individual event. Trophy competitions are currently held at weekends.
Ladies The majority of this section meets regularly on a Tuesday morning when there is normally some form of competition for the members. Subject to other bookings time normally exists for social golf after the competitions. Our ‘alternate day’ ladies who are unable to play on a Tuesday have an opportunity to play competitions, or social golf, with other ‘working’ ladies at weekends. Whilst the majority of club trophy competitions are held either on a Tuesday some are held at the weekend. Seniors This section is by far the biggest section within the club and they meet regularly on a Monday morning. This is generally the time they play their internal competitions whilst inter-club matches are normally played on another weekday.
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Membership Continued Juniors Our excellent junior section is very active and is run by the Junior Organiser and Club Professional. We are proud to have been awarded the prestigious GolfMark accreditation. This is a national scheme run by England Golf that identifies and recognises junior and beginner-friendly golf facilities. Our High Achiever status puts us among the upper echelon of GolfMark clubs both within Dorset and across the country. Coaching takes place on either Saturdays and Sundays (check our website for current dates and times) under the expert guidance of PGA Golf Professional.
Competitions have been organised most months of the year and in addition financial support is given wherever possible to juniors wishing to enter other Open competitions. Our subscription rates are excellent value, with attractive discounts being offered in two age categories, for golfers under 14 and for those aged 14-17. Visit our website, www knightonheathgolfclub.co.uk, to download an application form for membership or contact the office on 01202 572633 (option 5) for more details. PGA Professional can be contacted directly on 01202 578275 for all information regarding the junior section.
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Benefits of Membership Full membership of Knighton Heath Golf Club has a wide range of benefits, a summary of which are:
Club website • Full access to an informative website
Course • Full use of a fantastic, mature, 18-hole golf course which provides a wonderful test of golf.
• Access to the members’ area which hosts a range of useful club information • Membership of a Members’ Golf Club
• No need to book a tee time with the exception of pre-booked matches, competitions etc, Members use a ‘ball chute’ system for social golf/ general play. • Electronic booking and payment of tee times for competitions via the pro shop
• The golf club is run for the benefit of the members. • The club is run on a not-for-profit basis and any surplus gained is reinvested in the course, clubhouse and other facilities.
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Benefits of Membership Continued Play in interclub matches Members enjoy the opportunity to represent the Club in interclub matches. These fixtures range from the serious and very competitive events through to the more social and traditional fixtures. The fixtures arranged, however, cover a wide range of golfing handicaps.
Social Golf There are various roll-up groups throughout the week meaning that, even if you are new to the area and/or the golf club, you will be made to feel welcome.
Reciprocals The opportunity to play at 17 other local courses subject only to a small booking fee of £5 per group. Bookings are made via the Pro Shop. • ONE 4 ball per day at: Ashley Wood, Bramshaw, Reading & Weymouth. • ONE 4 ball per week at: Came Down, Chippenham, Enmore Park, Hamptworth, Highcliffe Castle, Romsey, Salisbury & South Wilts, Taunton & Pickeridge, Teignmouth, Wareham, Wellow, West Hove and Yeovil
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Professional and Pro Shop Andy Windsor’s Professional Shop offers a range of the latest accessories, clothing, equipment and logo merchandise including a selection of gift ideas and prizes. Whatever your reason for walking through the door, Andy and his team are on hand, to provide knowledgeable advice, for all your golfing needs. Equipment can be tested on the course or practice ground under the expert eyes of one of our professional staff.
The Pro Shop will price match to the main online retailers. A full workshop service is available, which includes re-shafting, regripping and re-spiking golf shoes. Internet shopping – with “click & collect” the customer can now order directly from FOREMOST GOLF and the item will be delivered directly to your home or to the Pro Shop for collection.
Andy and his team will ensure that as customers you will be well looked after. If you cannot find what you are looking for in the shop then take advantage of the special ordering service which can often source your desired item within 2 days.
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Tuition Knighton Heath has the component elements in place to ensure that beginners are given a firm foundation on which to build a solid golf game that will inspire them to take their game to the next level. If you have the desire to get better, the team at Knighton Heath have the application and determination to help you achieve your goals.
A selection of 30 and 60 minute lessons, as well as playing lessons are available covering the full swing, pitching, chipping, bunker play, putting, course management and strategy. Advanced players can take advantage of Andy’s knowledge to get the most from their practice time and improve their psychological skills. For more details, or to book a lesson, phone the Pro Shop on 01202 578275 or email professional@khgc.co.uk.
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Further Information Here at Knighton Heath Golf 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. Knighton Heath Golf Club Francis Avenue Bournemouth Dorset BH11 8NX
Reunert Bauser General Manager Tel: 01202 572633 (option 5) - office Email: manager@knightonheathgolfclub.co.uk Andy Windsor Golf Professional Tel: 01202 578275 - Pro Shop Direct No. Email: professional@knightonheathgolfclub.co.uk Website www.knightonheathgolfclub.co.uk
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How to Find Us The club can be found three miles north of Poole at the junction of the A348 and the A3049. If on the A348 southbound towards Poole, look for the Mountbatten roundabout, (at the junction with the A3049), and take the third exit down Francis Avenue. The course will be found at the end of the road. For satellite navigation purposes our postcode is BH11 8NX.
From the M27 From the M27, take the A31 towards Ringwood. Continue on the A31 and then take the A348 towards Poole. Travel through Ferndown and Longham and take the 1st exit from the second mini-roundabout at Longham. Continue on the A348 over the river and proceed straight on over the next two roundabouts, and at the third roundabout, (the Mountbatten), take the right exit and proceed down Francis Avenue. The golf club is at the end of the road. By Train The nearest mainline station is Bournemouth and taxis are available for what should be around a 10-15 minute journey only.
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