Orsett Golf Club Official Brochure 2014
Business or Pleasure... Orsett Hall is Very Simply, The Best! Orsett Hall is a stunning Hotel set in 12 acres of landscaped gardens with 41 luxurious bedrooms, elegant function and conference rooms (from 2 – 450 people), fine dining in The Garden Restaurant, 4 bridal suites, a self-contained lodge, chapel, on site hair salon, a spa, a gym, choice of conference menus, tailor-made packages and free parking. The Hotel has all the advantages and facilities of an outstanding, purpose built hotel with friendly, polite staff to cater to your every need! Whether you are looking for somewhere to host a Conference, Off Site Meeting, Exhibition, or somewhere to go for Sunday Lunch, Afternoon Tea, A Night Out with one of our Tribute Bands or Soul Nights, an intimate meal with that someone special or a venue for your Celebration or Wedding – come and visit Orsett Hall, you will not be disappointed!
Very Simply, The Best
Tel: 01375 891402 www.orsetthall.co.uk Orsett Hall Hotel, Prince Charles Avenue, Orsett, Essex RM16 3HS
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Welcome History About the Course Hole-by-hole Guide Pro Shop Memberships Playing Categories
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Visitors Info Open Competitions Societies Private Functions Weddings Finding Us Contact Us
Orsett Golf Club & Ludis Sports Publications wish to thank the advertisers who appear in this publication for their support and wish them every business success. The contents of this brochure are believed to be correct at the time of printing, nevertheless, we cannot endorse and readers should not rely solely upon the accuracy of any statements or claims contained herein without prior consultation with the service provider. Designed and Printed by Maverick Design and Communication on behalf of Ludis Sports Publications 2014.
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Welcome Lying in the scenic Essex countryside, Orsett Golf Club is home to a jewel
The practice facilities are a quick way to improve your short game, long
of a course situated in the heart of Essex.
drives and putting before heading out onto the course.
Our 18 hole, par 72 course is one of the finest in the county and has
Orsett offers a range of membership options for golfer of all abilities with
a distinct advantage over our competitors with our excellent drainage
varying options to suit all types of budgets.
allowing all year golf . We pride ourselves on the friendliness of our staff who aim to provide Our tough but fair course is a challenge for golfers of all ages and abilities
the very highest standard of customer service to make each visit as
and our picturesque surroundings make for some incredible views from
enjoyable as possible for visitors and members alike.
the tees.
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History Continued The course was designed by the famous course designer James Braid and
Now in more modern times the course thrives, having managed to
was firmly embedded into this piece of the Essex countryside. In the early
keep much of the course in its original state. In recent years Orsett
years Orsett became the focal point for the local community to gather
has established itself as a regional qualifying course for The Open
and enjoy their golf; even through the hard times of two world wars. The
Championship on 11 occasions.
first medal was won in 1904, when the club had 20 full-time members, and lady members were introduced to the club in 1905. After the rigours of the First World War the Club started to find its feet and continued to flourish. In the late 1920s the Clubhouse was built and James Braid extended the course.
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T: (01375) 891252 - (01268) 591559 - (01268) 410458 M: 07899 696000 - 07838 256936 The Old Barn, Collingwood Farm, Brentwood Road, Orsett, Grays, Essex, RM16 3DR
About the Course Our spectacular course was designed by the legendary James Braid and
Offering a stern challenge, the course has been recognised by players
is scenically etched into the stunning Essex countryside. Since its opening
across the country and has been chosen as the regional qualifying course
in 1899 it has been a focal point for locals to come and enjoy their golf,
for The Open Championship no less than 11 times.
whilst mixing with others who share their passion for the sport. We are renowned for our quick draining soil which allows for play come Situated just five miles from the M25 and with excellent transport facilities,
rain or shine. The established heath-land course combined with the
our Par 72 Championship course offers a demanding yet rewarding test
numerous hours spent by our green keeping staff to keep the course in
across its 6,682 yards.
pristine condition, all contribute to a golf course of outstanding quality.
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Hole-by-hole Guide Hole 1 – Par 5, 525 yards
Hole 3 – Par 3, 156 yards
A long drive is required off the tee to carry over the rough, favouring the
With bunkers surrounding the green an accurate shot is required just to
left side is advised. The long hitters may be tempted to go for the green in
make par. Over or under hitting your tee shot will give you a tricky two
two but will need enough club to avoid the large fairway bunkers.
shots to save the hole. Beware of the tilting green which leaves a difficult downhill putt.
Hole 2 – Par 4, 442 yards If you hope to score on this challenging par 4 then a good drive is essential.
Hole 4 – Par 4, 372 yards
The low lying green means that players are advised to play one club less
This tricky par 4 requires players to think more about accuracy than
on a deceptive second shot.
power to find the straight and narrow fairway. Distance control is vital on your second shot to hit the right area of the longest green on the course. Leaving your ball too short or long of the pin will see you have to make a tough putt to score.
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Hole-by-hole Guide Continued Hole 5 – Par 5, 499 yards
Hole 7 – Par 5, 511 yards
With eight bunkers on this hole to avoid is it essential to find the fairway
A straight and long drive will see you safely on the fairway, now it’s only
if you are to attack this short par 5. A line on the right of the fairway will
a matter of negotiating the six bunkers en route to the green. The long
give you the chance to go for the green in two and make a birdie.
hitters may be tempted to go for the putting surface in two leaving a possible eagle opportunity open to those brave enough to take it.
Hole 6 – Par 4, 319 yards An tight, undulating fairway means an accurate tee shot is necessary on
Hole 8 – Par 3, 182 yards
our signature hole. A birdie on this hole is a definite possibility if you can
An extremely tough par 3 includes the smallest green on the course.
keep your shots accurate.
Three deep bunkers to the front of the green can cause trouble for those who don’t use enough club.
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Hole-by-hole Guide Continued Hole 9 – Par 4, 455 yards
Hole 11 – Par 5, 479 yards
It is best to favour the left of the fairway which kicks right. The front of
The big hitters will definitely be able to go for the green in two, but will
the green is well protected so it is a good bet to take a little more club,
have to navigate the nine bunkers that stand between themselves and the
an undulating green awaits your birdie putt.
hole. Slopes in front of the green mean you may not be able to count on the role of the ball to see you find the cut stuff.
Hole 10 – Par 4, 392 yards Dare to flirt with the ridge at the end of this fairway, anything left and
Hole 12 – Par 3, 147 yards
you will be laying up short. It is important to hit your second shot with
This picturesque par 3 can throw a spanner in the works. A large two-tier
correct club to ensure you are putting on the correct level of this two
green can offer up a birdie opportunity but if you miss the green then
tiered green.
prepare to get your sand iron out as four bunkers and a haven of rough surround the hole.
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Hole-by-hole Guide Continued Hole 13 – Par 4, 382 yards
Hole 15 – Par 3, 200 yards
A drive towards the left of the fairway will give you the best view of this
Consistently the toughest par 3 on the course this hole plays longer than
green that slopes away from you. A birdie chance awaits if you can hold
its yardage and a tricky green awaits you following your tee shot. The
the green with your second shot.
main danger is a group of three bunkers short of the green on the right hand side.
Hole 14 – Par 4, 358 yards A famous hole which used to have a 3 bedroom cottage next to the
Hole 16 – Par 4, 423 yards
green has been re designed in recent years. Favour the right of the sloping
A long, straight, drive off the tee will need to carry the two fairway
fairway to avoid your view being blocked. A one-putt is a rarity on this
bunkers this leave you in a good position on your approach shot, anything
up-turned saucer of a green so don’t get greedy.
short of this green will be swallowed up by the huge bunker that slits the fairway, a general rule is to play your second one club longer than its yardage.
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Hole-by-hole Guide Continued Hole 17 – Par 4, 456 yards This fairway provides a lot of twists and turns but a straight tee shot should give you the opportunity to reach the green in two. The well protected green slopes heavily from back to front and is surrounded by bunkers. Hole 18 – Par 4, 404 yards Always playing longer than its yardage the 18th is a card wrecker. A straight tee shot leaves a second to a flat green and can reward you with the chance to end your round in some style infront of the Clubhouse..
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applicants playing as a member within 3 weeks. Once you have submitted
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Memberships Continued The Club has retained a joining fee for the over 26’s, however, there
20 Years
£27.75
are different options for paying this. The joining fee for new members is
21 Years
£30.25 £363.00
£1250 but to make the club more accessible for all the fee can be paid
22 Years
£32.92 £395.00
over a period of five years. The Club have introduced another option,
23 Years
£43.75
you can pay a one off Joining Fee of £250 and your subscription payments
24 Years
£64.83 £778.00
would incur a 5% surcharge for the first 10 years of membership.
Over 80’s
£27.50 £330.00
£333.00
£525.00
Contact Richard Herring - Golf Sales & Marketing Administrator on
Country
£35.00 £420.00
01375 891352.
Cadets
£20.41 £245.00
Monthly Annually
Patrimonial Cadets
£6.67
£80.00
7 Day (Full Membership)
£109.75 £1,317.00
Social
£11.67
£140.00
5 Day (Monday-Friday + Bank Holidays)
£89.00 £1068.00
Past Playing Member
£5.42
£65.00
18 Years
£21.66
Spouse (Social)
19 Years
£25.08 £301.00
£260.00
Holding Pool (Social but Suspended Playing)
£10.00
£12.08 £145.00
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SCHOOL OF MOTORING
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Playing Categories Men’s Section
until the age of 26 there has never been a better time to join the premier
The largest section in the Club with over 400 7 day playing members. We
members Club in Essex.
have regular and varied competitions throughout the year with our main competitions starting in late February and concluding in Mid October.
Juniors Section
Our named competitions are always played on a drawn basis which
The Junior section is the future of our Club and we continue to attract
gives all members a chance to play with one another. Our men’s section
many youngsters to the game. With competitions held every Tuesday
always field very strong sides in all of the Essex County Golf Union team
throughout the school holidays there is plenty of opportunity for all of
events winning the premier Thornton Cup on no fewer than 5 occasions.
the children to interact with one another. We hold an annual planning
Throughout the week we have a number of strange named sweeps/roll
evening to held the youngsters set goals and also an end of year prize
ups that play, anyone is welcome to join to play in any sweep be it the
presentation which is attended by many parents and all the officers of
SAS, Cocoons, GRASS, Unigate or the S Club46! Many of these sweeps
the Club. With the Club having achieved the Golf Mark award it confirms
play interclub matches against one another. The men’s section continue
our ongoing commitment to the development of the game at the grass
to grow and with fantastic opportunities to join with NO joining fee up
roots level.
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Playing Categories Continued VETS Section
at Orsett maintain an aged old tradition of all gathering afterwards
The veterans section is open to all members of the Club aged 55 and
within the dining room, eating together and hosting a small presentation
over who are either retired or semi-retired. Meeting every Wednesday
for each week’s winner. The Business Ladies meet each weekend with
morning they will often have in excess of 35 players throughout the
a supporting competition enabling competitive golf for all. The Ladies
year, they are a hardy old bunch, however, you are guaranteed a toasted
enter into all of the Essex Ladies Team events fielding no less that 5
teacake after your game. With regular inter cub matches, as well as
teams each year, they receive fantastic support from one another and
several trophy events it is the strongest section within the Club. The
have proved successful on several occasions. The highlight of the year is
Veterans run a very popular Open competition each June that is always
always the Ladie’s Captains Day which entails much work from everyone
oversubscribed.
in dressing a Buggy, Halfway Houses as well as each other! The ladies also host a very popular Open event which continue to grow year on
Ladie’s Section
year, it is anticipated we will have a waiting list for entries once again this
The Ladies section at Orsett Golf Club is beginning to grow again, with
year. With a new “Buddy System” now in place any new members are
a warm, welcoming attitude to all. Meeting every Thursday the Ladies
guaranteed a consistent point of contact they can always go.
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Visitors Info Whatever your requirements, Orsett Golf Club has the staff, course and
comply to our dress codes and standards available on our Club website.
infrastructure to ensure you enjoy your visit; be in on the course or in the clubhouse.
Tee Bar and Restaurant The Tee bar is open from 8.00am daily and is the perfect place to sit and
All visitors are welcome to Orsett Golf Club during the week but we
enjoy a full English breakfast, quick snack, or one of our daily specials,
advise calling our pro shop before your visit to check the availability of tee
either before or after your round. For the comfort of our guests, golf
times. The rate for 18 holes is ÂŁ45 unless you have a County Club Card
clothing and golf shoes may be worn in this part of the clubhouse.
in which case the fee is reduced to ÂŁ25.
Alternatively guests can take their snacks or drinks out onto our patio which offers a spectacular view of the 18th green and beyond. This area
Dress Code & Standards
is non-smoking to allow guests, visitors and members to enjoy their meals
At Orsett Golf Club we pride ourselves on our high standard of dress
under our sun parasols; however whilst we can assure stunning views we
code. To ensure you have an enjoyable time with us we ask that you
cannot guarantee the sunshine.
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Novemb er 2014 Durufle Requiem / Nelson Mass
M ay 2015 Florence/V enice 8 days
Dec em be
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Jun e 2015
Christmas
Mahler Symphony No 8 Eas ter 2015 Ledger Easter Cantata
Novemb er 2015 Bach Motet / Schubert Mass
Basildon Choral Society An “above par” choir and we welcome new members. For further information please contact Jen Frizzell 01268 410844
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KUKANA
SPA AT ORSETT HALL Kukana offers spa and beauty treatments including Massage, Facials, ESPA Body treatments, Manicures, Pedicures, Fake Bake Spray Tanning, Waxing and Men’s Treatments. Why not come and visit us, have a look around our facilities and maybe book an appointment? We look forward to meeting you.
To book an appointment call 01375 893089 email: info@kukana-spa.co.uk www.kukana-spa.co.uk Orsett Hall Hotel, Prince Charles Avenue, Orsett, Essex RM16 3HS
Open Competitions Listed Below are the dates for all of the open competitions held at Orsett
Entry forms for all of our competitions can be found on our website and if
Golf Club. Every year our open events draw a large number or entrants.
you should have any questions regarding our open events please contact
We encourage any keen golfers in the area to take part in our open
us directly on 01375 891352.
events for a chance to write themselves into the history of the golf club. Event Date Threadgill Trophy
02/05/14
Junior Open
28/07/14
Vets Open
18/06/14
Ladies Open
28/08/14
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Societies Whether you’re looking to entertain top clients, build relationships or
We pride ourselves on tailor-making every single one of our society
incentives to reward staff and customers, nothing quite compares to a
packages so that your day is exactly the way you want it. The most
Society golfing day or Corporate event at Orsett golf club.
important thing for our club and our staff is that we make your day enjoyable and memorable, whilst customising it solely for you and your
Our friendly and hard-working staff will ensure that you have everything
clients.
you require to make sure your day goes off without a hitch. Our Championship course will challenge your golfing abilities whilst our
We offer 18, 27 or 36 holes of golf on our Championship course along
clubhouse provides a relaxing atmosphere and high class quality food. It
with a food menu which can range from coffee to a full English breakfast,
is the perfect place to entertain clients and enjoy the challenges our club
lunch or even dinner.
offers on the course.
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Societies Continued Any dietary requirements can be met, as long as prior notice is given, to
To ensure your day is a success we ask all societies to comply with our
ensure that every single meal that passes through our kitchen doors is
dress code and standards to avoid any embarrassment on or off the
perfect for you and your guests, allowing your meal to be the best it can
course.
possibly be. Please note; final numbers must be confirmed 48 hours before arrival, Longest Drive and Nearest The Pin items are available from the pro shop
this will be the minimum number charged.
if you wish to add that extra competitive element to your day. Our club pro David Wood is available to discuss prizes for your society package as well.
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Private Functions As a member of Orsett Golf Club you may utilise the Clubhouse for
We can cater for the simplest buffet through to a 5 course gourmet meal
Private Functions whenever there is availability. For a refundable deposit
if required.
of ÂŁ50.00 you may book the Clubhouse for your own use, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Weddings, Christening or Retirement Parties, all gatherings
Your Clubhouse has a full sound system already installed available for you
are welcome.
to utilise.
As long as you are present at the function it can be for a family member, a neighbour or a friend. You may request a bar extension, provide entertainment and arrange food with our caterers
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Weddings With our wonderful, large South facing patio, ample sized clubhouse and superb catering Orsett Golf Club is the perfect venue for your wedding. Our staff will ensure that everything runs without a hitch so as you can enjoy that special day, with a consistent point of contact planning will be simple and can be individually tailored to your specific requirements.
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Finding Us Lying in the heart of Essex, at Orsett Golf Club you will be able to enjoy
Our excellent transport facilities mean that we often receive visitors from
your golf with the feeling that you are in the middle of the countryside
across the county and even beyond, due to the terrific rail links we have.
when in fact the hustle and bustle of city life is only a few miles away.
East Tilbury Station and Stanford-le-Hope station are both just a stone’s throw away and offer links to Essex’s major rail lines.
With some of the counties finest tourist destinations not far away; Basildon, Canvey Island and Southend-on-Sea are all under 20 miles away,
With so many ways of visiting us, and never a bad way to leave, we hope
Orsett Golf Club is in a prime location for visitors who may want to
to welcome you to Orsett Golf Club soon, by car, train or good old
explore what Essex has to offer in between rounds of golf.
fashioned foot power.
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Contact Us We look forward to welcoming you to Orsett Golf Club and can assure you that our friendly and attentive staff will make your time with us as memorable as possible. Orsett Golf Club Brentwood Road Orsett Essex RM16 3DR
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Our Opening Hours are: Mon - Tues: 8.45am - 7pm Wed - Fri: 8.45am - 5pm Saturday by appointment
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