Shooters Hill Golf Club
Official Club Brochure 2013 - 2014
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Contents Welcome 06 Club History 09 The Course 10 Take the Course Tour 15 Head Professional and Pro Shop 17 Tuition 21 Becoming a Member 24 Members’ Golf 31 Juniors 05
32 Information for Visitors 35 Golf Societies 39 Clubhouse and Catering 41 Functions 43 Corporate Clients 45 Social Activities 47 How to Find Us 50 Contact Us
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Address: Shooters Hill Golf Club Lowood, Eaglesfield Road, Shooters Hill, London SE18 3DA Telephone: 020 8854 6368 Pro Shop: 020 8854 0073 E-mail: admin@shgc.uk.com Website: www.shgc.uk.com
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Welcome Shooters Hill Golf Club is situated in the Royal Borough of Greenwich close to Blackheath and not much more than a mile or two from Canary Wharf, Greenwich and the now famous O2 Arena.
Membership affords the opportunity to play competitively or for relaxation on an outstanding course along with a varied social calendar that the Club is able to provide. Green fee, day ticket and society packages are available offering excellent value for money, while our superb facilities can be hired for private parties and functions.
We are blessed with an all-year-round course, with breathtaking views We very much look forward to welcoming you to Shooters Hill for what across the North Kent countryside. The course offers a challenging we are sure will be a memorable visit. test of parkland golf, requiring accurate shots to high quality greens, in order to score well. We are proud of our reputation as a friendly and welcoming Club and visiting golfers can expect a warm welcome in our spacious Clubhouse, where a well-stocked bar and first class food provide a perfect accompaniment to your round of golf.
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Club History Golf was first played in Shooters Hill in 1903 when a nine-hole course was opened. In 1907 a full 18-hole course was laid out by Willie Park Jr. and the freehold of the land was purchased several years later, with the mansion of Lowood and some 25 additional acres being purchased in 1924. The course was then completely remodelled in the 1930s by the world renowned course designer Harry Shapland Colt, who was responsible for some of England’s most widely respected courses, including Sunningdale (New Course), Rye and the East and West Courses at Wentworth. Colt’s work was undertaken with Frank Harris Bros, a Guildford-based company who worked with him on many of his
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projects. Their work has stood the test of time and to this day presents a first class test of golfing ability. War brought upheaval to Shooters Hill, as at many other courses. In 1939, the southernmost nine holes of the course were requisitioned for the establishment of an anti-aircraft battery and part of the Clubhouse became the headquarters of the Home Guard. In the latter years part of the course also became a Prisoner of War camp for some 1,000 German and Italian prisoners. The camp was surrounded by a 7ft high wire fence, and the cookhouse situated by the 17th green. The remaining nine holes continued to be played even though the course sustained considerable damage from bombing. Little gets in the way of a good round of golf at Shooters Hill, just ask the members today!
After the war years the course and Clubhouse facilities were improved, thanks largely to the supreme efforts of the then Secretary Mr. A G Walls, and the whole course re-opened for play in 1951. The big match of that year was an exhibition played by Bobby Locke and Alf Padgham. Locke was at the peak of his powers at that time, having won the second of his four Open Championships the year before and was to add his third the following year. Padgham had been selected for the Ryder Cup team three times in the 1930s and won the Open Championship in 1936. He was no match for Locke that day (shooting a 74), but few would have been, the victor setting a course record of 65.
In 1966, two years after his retirement, the Club held a Professional Golf Tournament in aid of Ernest’s Testimonial Fund, an indication of the high esteem in which he was held. Among the famous players to take part were Harry Weetman, Christie O’Connor, Roger Fidler, Tommy Horton and Neil Coles. The tournament was a great success and the winner’s purse was a “stunning” £125! Major conurbations such as Canary Wharf and Woolwich are not far away and many of our visitors are surprised to find such a little gem of a course only eight miles from London Bridge.
The Club has been blessed with some excellent Club Professionals over the years, the most noteworthy of whom is arguably Ernest Vaux. A Yorkshireman who migrated to the south in the 1920s, he joined Shooters Hill in 1926, remaining at the Club serving its members for 38 years.
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The Course Golf was first played here in 1903 when a ninehole course was opened. In 1907 a full 18hole course was laid out by Willie Park Jr. and completely remodelled in the 1930s by Messrs Harris and Colt.
At 5,704 yards from the back tees, it is not long by today’s standards, but don’t drop your guard. It is quite tight in places, so accuracy off the tee is important, and you will find you could use every club in your bag. It’s a thinking man’s course, you certainly can’t beat it to death. It is tree-lined, so even if you are not having to chip out sideways after a wayward drive an errant tee shot will leave you out of position.
It is testimony to their work that even with the advances in golf club Good shot selection and the correct choice of club is critical for a technology little has altered in the layout to this day yet it still presents good score. This is not as easy as it sounds, as there are changes in a first-class test of golfing ability to the high and low handicapper alike. elevation with your approaches to many of the greens. The course is laid out close to the top of Shooters Hill having some The putting surfaces themselves offer some tricky borrows thanks to commanding views over the surrounding areas. their subtle slopes, but they run true and reward the well-struck shot. Each hole is interesting and challenging in its own right, with no two holes the same. It is certainly one of the best conditioned courses in the area thanks to the efforts of our excellent greens staff led by Craig Rodwell our Course Manager. Immaculately presented, there are two cuts of rough offering an increasing penalty depending upon the degree of waywardness off the tee.
The Club takes its commitment to the environment seriously and has joined Operation Pollinator, whose aim is to create habitats to attract the bumblebee and other important pollinating insects.
If you are stung by our course and fail to shoot the score you were hoping for, do not despair, adjourn to the Clubhouse for some food and refreshment and come up with a plan to conquer Shooters Hill The course has a number of challenging holes. Our signature hole is next time round. the picturesque tenth which is included in our own “Amen Corner” consisting of three par 3s, each different to the others and each very demanding. Completing these in par is essential to scoring a good round.
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Take the Course Tour We hope you enjoy your time with us at Shooters Hill Golf Club. Here are a few handy tips and course notes from our PGA Professional Dave Brotherton which should help you make the most of your round if you have never visited us before.
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Hole 3, 392 yards, par 4 With out of bounds down the whole of the left side this par requires a good tee shot to the right side of the fairway. A long second is usually required to the green with any errant shot falling away if missed to the left.
Hole 1, 493 yards, par 5 Favouring the left side of the fairway longer hitters will be able to reach this par 5 in two but danger lurks behind the green if too long.
Hole 4, 143 yards, par 3 An innocuous-looking par 3 where club selection is vital. Bunkers protect the green on both sides, so hit the middle of the green, make your par and walk off happy!
Hole 2, 378 yards, par 4 A tee shot left of centre is best where the bounce will inevitably shoot right. Do not be long with your approach or you will need to re-load!
Hole 5, 486 yards, par 5 A tee shot of around 180-200 yards towards the conifers leaves a similar shot just short of the bunkers followed by a short iron to the right side of the green.
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Hole 6, 340 yards, par 4 Favour the left side of the fairway where the second shot has to be perfect as trouble awaits anything left, right, short or long (!), followed by one of the trickiest fastest greens on the course.
Hole 9, 245 yards, par 3 You will probably need the biggest club in your bag to reach this long par three, aim to the right where a favourable bounce might leave you on the green. If short, play a low running chip to a sloping green.
Hole 7, 343 yards, par 4 Aim for the centre of this cambered fairway where a bad bounce awaits anything left or right! The middle of the green is the sensible option for your second shot.
Hole 10, 161 yards, par 3 Our signature hole where a wide but narrow green awaits, aim for the centre of the green every time!
Hole 11, 159 yards, par 3 A difficult uphill par three where club selection is Hole 8, 259 yards, par 4 again vital. Bunkers await anything short so take an An easy-looking par four where the big hitters can go extra club as there is a bank at the back of the green for the green but beware the ditch that runs across to assist anything long. the fairway. Once on the green be ready for a pacey putt where the line is also paramount. Shooters Hill Golf Club • www.shgc.uk.com
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Take the Course Tour Hole 12, 373 yards, par 4 A good straight tee shot is required here with a ditch to the right and trees left. A bunker front right will catch those who under hit to the green.
Hole 15, 376 yards, par 4 A long sweeping dog-leg requires two long hits to reach a very difficult undulating green. Favour the right side of the green with your approach.
Hole 13, 352 yards, par 4 A straight tee shot required, preferably left of centre from another elevated tee. A steep uphill second requires more than the yardage suggests and steep slopes all round the green mean that you are better off long than short.
Hole 16, 364 yards, par 4 Aim towards the big oak tree on the right-hand side of the fairway but don’t be too long as a ditch awaits either side of this fairway. Your second shot will kick left as it reaches the green.
Hole 14, 359 yards, par 4 Everything falls to the right from the tee so favour the left to avoid trouble. Bunkers front left and right are the only obstacles to entry on to this two-tier green.
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Hole 17, 139 yards, par 3 Bunkers short, left and right await the errant shots on this par 3 but it is a big green and kindly bounces on to the putting surface can usually be found if coming in from the left.
Hole 18, 342 yards, par 4 Aim to the left side of the fairway as most shots bounce to the right. For your second shot aim at the Copper Beech but don’t be long as out of bounds is just through the green.
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Each hole is interesting and challenging in its own right, with no two holes the same. It is certainly one of the best conditioned courses in the area.
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Head Professional and Pro Shop The Head Professional at Shooters Hill is Dave Brotherton, who joined the Club as an assistant pro in 1989 and assumed his current position in 1999.
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Dave is a focal point of the Golf Club, a friendly face to visitors and a The Pro Shop also runs a fast and efficient club repair service offering trusted source of advice and help to members. He maintains a wellbasic services such as replacing worn grips. stocked Pro Shop that features clubs from leading manufacturers such as Ping and Cobra, Vokey wedges, clothing and shoes from Footjoy and Proquip waterproofs. Also in stock are a selection of Club A well-stocked Pro Shop sweaters which make a good memento of your visit, together with all your daily golfing consumables such as balls, tees and refreshments. Dave is a member of Europe’s leading buying group for golf professionals, The TGI Golf Partnership, which means the price on
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Tuition Golfers looking to not only enjoy their game but also to improve their handicap will find Shooters Hill an excellent choice of club. Our experienced PGA-qualified professional Dave Brotherton is on hand to provide expert tuition whenever you need it. Whether you are a normally talented player who needs a quick swing fix before a competition, an inconsistent player in search of a more repeatable technique or a beginner wanting to learn some sound fundamentals, he is here to help by appointment seven days a week.
All areas of the game can be worked upon, from chipping and putting to improving accuracy off the tee, an important quality to have for playing well round Shooters Hill. Dave likes to take a traditional hands-on approach to his tuition, while his golfing philosophy is based around trying to keep things as simple as possible for his pupils. Technique is important, but so too is decision-making, playing the right shot at the right time and there is no-one better to explain this side of the game than a person who earns his living from the sport.
Practice facilities to work on the techniques he has taught you include Dave is delighted to offer on-course playing lessons so you can learn a putting green and a chipping area complete with practice bunkers. the thought processes behind constructing a successful round. For more details, or to book a lesson, phone the Pro Shop on 020 8854 0073.
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Becoming a Member We actively encourage new members and offer a range of membership options aimed at making it as easy as possible to join.
We mean it when we say we are a family Club and value our youth section highly. Juniors and young adults benefit from generous discounts on membership, enjoying all the benefits of belonging to a golf club for just a fraction of the cost. There are reduced rates for Juniors aged 10-15 and 16-17, as well as an Intermediate Membership Shooters Hill is a friendly Club, and we currently have vacancies for those aged 18-24 to ease the transition from Junior to Full Member. for 7-day, 5-day and social members. Should membership be fully subscribed at any time, we operate a waiting list for new members. If you wish to be considered for membership, please fill in the online form on the Membership page of our website, www.shgc. To be considered, we would ask that you arrange for two existing uk.com, which also contains details of current membership members of the Club to propose and second your application. If, subscriptions. however, you do not know any members of the Club we can offer Temporary Membership for one year during which time we would ask you to obtain sponsorship from within the Club. The Temporary Membership category does have some minor restrictions imposed.
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Benefits of Membership Still wavering? Pop into our Clubhouse on any day of the week and talk to our members about what makes Shooters Hill special. And if you still need convincing, here are just some of the compelling reasons to join our Club:
Gain an official CONGU handicap – Only by being a member of an EGU-affiliated golf Club can you attain an official CONGU handicap, giving you the opportunity to play competitions here and at other courses. Get your handicap down! – Playing competitions regularly gives you the chance to get your handicap down to your targeted level – what most golfers are striving for throughout their life!
Unlimited Access – Being a member gives you the opportunity to play when you like and generally as often as you like. Subject to pre- Historic Course – Two of the men who helped shaped the lay-out at arranged fixtures, matches and bookings. Shooters Hill, Willie Park Jr. and Harry Colt, are still regarded as two of the best golf course designers of their or any other era. Many people Play Competitive Golf – By being a member you can play regular would travel many miles to play one of their courses, yet you have this official Club competitions, both at weekends and midweek during the opportunity on your doorstep and can do so on a daily basis. golfing season, with the chance to compete for silverware and get your name on the Club’s honours boards.
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Invite Your Friends – Our members can bring guests to play at greatly reduced rates. By making this reciprocal among your golfing friends, you can play many great courses at a fraction of the normal price.
A Great Clubhouse Environment – Our Clubhouse is a great place for eating, drinking and socialising, with value-for-money prices. Members can also book the Clubhouse for private functions such as weddings and birthday parties.
Use of the Practice Facilities & access to Club Pro – You’ll Play in matches against other clubs – You may have the opportunity get to improve your game on a regular basis, with free use of the of representing Shooters Hill in matches against other clubs, allowing Club’s practice facilities and access to lessons from resident PGA you to chance to play on other excellent neighbouring courses. professional, Dave Brotherton. A Sense of Belonging – Membership of a golf club is a great way The County Golf Card – As a member of Shooters Hill, you can get to be part of the local community and network with other people from the Kent County Card for only £10 per annum (plus £10 joining fee) the area. currently, which offers discounted green fees at many of the clubs in Meet New People – A chance to meet like-minded people, forming Kent and other counties associated with the scheme. life-long friendships.
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Members’ Golf Shooters Hill offers a full programme of competitive golf throughout the year, both in the form of matches against other clubs and in internal competitions in pursuit of the Club’s honours board trophies and other silverware. Men
its geographical focus, now features 16 of the area’s top clubs and offers some outstanding opportunities for inter-club golf. Each club enters one team into each of the knock-out competitions run by the Association, with the scratch competition, known as the Perman Shield, having been contested since 1925 and featuring morning foursomes followed by afternoon singles, much along the lines of the Ryder Cup.
Over the years a number of associated events have been introduced to The Men’s Section enter the county’s premier knock-out competitions allow golfers of varying abilities to test their competitive mettle. There such as the Kent Amateur Foursomes, an 18-hole inter-club knockare now five competitions where participation is restricted to players out competition featuring two pairs from each club. not having a handicap lower than a pre-set limit. These individual The Club was proud to have been invited to join the Association of matches are actually played on a level basis, with no concession to an South Eastern Golf Clubs in 1988. This group, with northern Kent as individual’s handicap and which, unlike the scratch event, feature just singles matches.
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The specific competitions, with handicap limits, are as follows: • Sundridge Park Trophy (handicaps 6 and over) • Wilding Cole Trophy (handicaps 9 and over) • West Kent Cup (handicaps 12 and over) • Royal Blackheath Trophy (handicaps 15 and over) • Gray Trophy (handicaps 19 and over)
Whether your favourite format is singles or pairs, stroke-play or matchplay, a one-day event to find the winner or a knock-out competition running throughout the season you will find something to appeal at Shooters Hill. You do not need necessarily to be a scratch golfer, with a good selection of competitions run against handicap meaning that everyone can dream about their day in the sun and there should be something to appeal to everyone, whatever the time of year.
As you would expect of an historic Club steeped in tradition, there are a host of cups and trophies to be contested on an annual basis The Club has enjoyed an association with the HMS Illustrious Golf Society, with some of the crew coming to Shooters Hill to enjoy amongst the Membership, many of which date back many years. hospitality and a keen day’s golfing competition against our Men’s As far as the Club competitions are concerned, the traditional monthly team. Unfortunately, HMS Illustrious is being decommissioned in late medals and Stablefords can be found in the diary and on our website, 2014 after 32 years’ service, but we are hopeful our relationship can as well as more light-hearted events and there is a plenty of opportunity be maintained, perhaps with HMS Queen Elizabeth, the Royal Navy’s for mixed golf and fun matches between the various sections at the new aircraft carrier. Club.
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A team is also entered in Daily Mail Foursomes, a hugely popular national event and the Ping Fourball Betterball competition. Two of our The Ladies section at Shooters Hill is a welcoming group who seize Ladies, Philippa Mason and Samantha Reagan, actually won the Plate every available chance to enjoy competitive golf. competition of the latter event in 2011, some feat considering there were some 17,500 initial entries. It was the first time in the history of The county’s premier competitions are well supported, with teams Shooters Hill that our Ladies have triumphed in a national competition. entered in, among others: • The Lohan Trophy, a knock-out foursomes off handicap • The Tappin Trophy, a knock-out three-a-side match-play handicap • tournament with one player from each of the following handicap • bands: (13-20) (21-29) and (30-36) • The Coombe Cup for golfers over the age of 68
Speaking of notable successes, in 2012 another of our female youth members, Jerri Sewell, became the youngest winner of the Kent Ladies Golf Championship first played for in 1901. At the end of 2012 Jerri was named as Kent Junior Captain and more recently continued her winning form with an impressive 7 shot victory in the inaugural girls Then there is the Pearson Trophy, a team event played in a group championship at the 2013 Sir Henry Cooper Junior Masters. format over the winter followed by a knock-out phase with the At home, members enjoy many competitions each month, especially eventual winners going on to represent Kent against the champions during the Summer. There are a great many honours board from Hertfordshire, Surrey and Middlesex. competitions, with the one they all want to win being the Club Championship.
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Among the more light-hearted fixtures enjoyed by the ladies are an Informal Club gatherings take place regularly with roll-ups taking place annual match against the men, (the Abbey Shield) held in October, and on several days during the week. another against the Vets, held in June. Seniors The Vets compete annually in the Kent Golf Veterans League, which has grown to nearly 50 member clubs in eight geographical areas. The winning teams from each group compete annually in the Group Winners Championship for the ‘Founders Cup’ in the autumn each year, with some 80 players contesting fourball betterball Stableford play. In addition, also in the autumn, each member club and affiliate club send a representative to contest the annual Singles Championship. For less pressurised competition, there are friendly matches a season against fellow clubs whose modus operandi mirrors our own, namely to enjoy good golf in good company.
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Juniors For young people looking for a friendly and welcoming first Club at which to learn the game, Shooters Hill represents a good choice.
perfect outdoor pastime for children and teaches them life skills such as etiquette, sportsmanship and abiding by the rules.
For several years Shooters Hill have entered a team in the Kent Junior Foursomes Knockout, enjoying a great deal of success. Having lost in Junior improvement programmes can be created to suit the needs and the 2010 final the team were crowned champions in 2011. aspirations of each individual and our Professional Dave Brotherton has taught children as young as four. Learning sound fundamentals Our younger members are given every encouragement as we at an early age means many years of frustration on the course later in appreciate our juniors are the Shooters Hill full members of the future and without them we would ultimately have no Club. life can be avoided! Should the child show aptitude, they would be encouraged to become a junior member at the Club, offering competitions and camaraderie playing against youngsters of their own age and against other clubs. Golf is one of the few sports than can be enjoyed for a lifetime with just as much enjoyment and little drop-off in performance. It is also the
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Information for Visitors Visitors are warmly welcomed at the Club throughout the year, at any time during the week subject to course availability. Please contact the Golf Professional prior to arrival to avoid clashes with members and societies.
standard for them to be able to enjoy their round and for them not to inconvenience other players when out on the course.
Special rates are available to holders of the Kent Union County Card, to guests of members and to juniors. In the summer months there is a special twilight rate generally available on Monday to Thursday and Sunday for those able to play later in the day. For those who really cannot get enough of a good thing, it is also worth noting we offer a Visitors are asked to respect our rules and standard golfing etiquette special daily rate which works out to be exceptional value for those to ensure their visit runs as smoothly as possible. In common with with the stamina for 36 holes. other clubs we have a dress code both on the course and in the Clubhouse, specific details of which can be found on our website, Our website also from time to time carries details of attractively priced www.shgc.uk.com seasonal specials offering a round of golf Monday to Friday either preceded by breakfast or followed by lunch. We ask that you keep up with the group ahead and, should you fall behind or think a ball may be lost, invite up the group behind. To check availability please telephone the Pro Shop on At all times play should be without undue delay. Although handicap 020 8854 0073. certificates are not mandatory, we do prefer golfers to be of a sufficient
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Golf Societies Shooters Hill Golf Club welcomes societies and corporate groups of 12 or more, on a Tuesday and Thursday, and on Friday mornings throughout the year. Your society members are assured of a wonderful time. With the quality of the course, superb catering and excellent organisation you can relax and enjoy a great day’s golf just two miles from the centre of London. Our staff and Professional are on hand to assist you in any way they can.
All bookings are provisional subject to receipt of the appropriate deposit, which varies according to the time of year. Our Society menu features a breakfast selection and a two or threecourse lunch or dinner selection. The two courses can be starter and main course or main course and dessert. We can provide Nearest the Pin and Longest Drive markers should they be required, while the Club Professional will be pleased to supply any competition prizes you may require.
For further information on our Society Packages please contact the Club on 020 8854 6368 or fill in our Society Enquiry Form on We have several ready-made packages available or are happy to our website, www.shgc.uk.com. We look forward to seeing you customise a day to your exact requirements. Choose from 18 or 29 at the Club in the very near future. holes, or make a whole day of it with our 36-hole option.
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Clubhouse and Catering The Clubhouse offers great comfort and a welcoming atmosphere in which to socialise and relax either after a round of golf or to meet fellow members of the Club.
The friendly staff will welcome you whether you are playing the course or just coming in for a drink and a snack.
The Club has great bar facilities and members enjoy valuable discounts when using their Club Cards. Apart from the food provided daily through the week, our caterer also provides a good quality Sunday The splendid Clubhouse was built in 1873. There are bar and dining Lunch at competitive rates to members and their guests. It is also an facilities together with Men’s and Ladies’ locker rooms. There is also a ideal venue for special occasions such as weddings or anniversaries. members’ snooker room.The patio outside is a favourite spot to enjoy For more information contact The Office, by telephone on 020 a refreshing drink on those balmy summer evenings. 8854 6368 or via email: admin@shgc.uk.com The bars are well stocked with a wide selection of beers, wines, and spirits and a choice of soft drinks. Hot and cold food is served daily seven days a week when you can enjoy a good selection of snacks served in the lounge bar, spike bar or on the terrace.
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Functions The excellent Clubhouse facilities and superb location of Shooters Hill make us the perfect choice to host your special event. The Club is proud to be chosen as the venue for birthday, anniversary and retirement parties. In fact, if you have a special occasion to celebrate why not celebrate it in style. We have hosted many successful nights and are the perfect size for functions such as parties, weddings, retirement and award ceremonies. The setting, of course, forms only part of making any occasion memorable, but you will find the catering and the service equally to your liking. In short, we tick all the boxes and guarantee you will have a day or an evening to remember. We can comfortably seat 80-100, or accommodate 120 for a buffet, and the Clubhouse has its own dance floor.
We can accommodate weddings, and are happy for you to visit the club to see our facilities and to discuss options, but please note that we are not registered to hold ceremonies. Our caterers have built an outstanding reputation for the excellence of their cuisine. Skilled, imaginative and versatile, menu options can be discussed to ensure they meet your needs exactly. For more details and to arrange a visit, call the Club on 020 8854 6368.
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Corporate Clients Shooters Hill is delighted to offer businesses the opportunity to make use of our Club and its facilities as corporate members.
If your golf day is a success, consider the appeal of being able to bring clients here on a regular basis. We are very close to Canary Wharf and the City of London and would welcome inquiries regarding corporate membership.
Nothing us too much trouble for our staff and you will find us welcoming For more details, please call the Club Office on 020 8854 6368. hosts. We are very experienced in hosting corporate and charity golf days and can ease the burden on what we appreciate is an important day so you can enjoy some quality time concentrating on your guests and hopefully enjoying some good golf! Shotgun starts can be accommodated, subject to numbers, allowing everyone to get back to the Clubhouse at roughly the same time for dining or presentations.
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Social Activities Shooters Hill prides itself on being a friendly Club and as well as getting to play a fine and historic golf course as often as they choose, members enjoy an active social calendar.
For those who like dressing up in their finery, there are Black Tie occasions such as the annual St George’s Night and the Club’s popular annual Dinner Dance in October.
There is always a party for the children in the run-up to Christmas with Santa Claus making a special appearance; and New Year’s Eve is An extensive and varied programme of social events is organised traditionally spent in the Clubhouse in the company of friends enjoying throughout the year, with the aim being that there should be something a lively party. to appeal to everyone, whatever their taste in entertainment. These events are aimed not only at the members, but their partners as well, so they too can enjoy being a part of Club life. Members are partial to musical entertainment and tribute acts or live bands can often be found among the offerings on the social calendar. Other events have included quiz nights, while the regular fish and chips night is proving very popular!
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How to Find Us Shooters Hill Golf Club is located just off the A207, roughly equidistant between Dartford to the southeast and the City of London to the Northwest. There is easy access from the A2 at Falconwood and we are approximately 15 minutes from the Dartford Crossing on the M25.
to the lights, turning right onto Welling Way. At the next lights turn left onto Shooters Hill and then right into Eaglesfield Road.
For those with SatNav, our postcode is SE18 3DA.
The nearest railway stations are Welling and Falconwood, which are both around two miles or a five-minute taxi ride away. Frequent train services run from these stations to London Charing Cross, Victoria and Cannon Street, with journey time being around 25 minutes. Services run west to Dartford and other Kent towns.
Directions From the M25 Leave at Junction 2 heading for Central London and Lewisham via the A2. Take the slip road at Falconwood, across the bridge and north up
From the north of London Pick up the South Circular through Charlton and Greenwich, up Shooters Hill from the West and you are there. Public transport
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Contact Us Here at Shooters Hill Golf Club it is always a pleasure to meet new members, visitors and guests. If we can assist you with any questions that you may have then please do not hesitate to get in touch. Address: Shooters Hill Golf Club Lowood Eaglesfield Road Shooters Hill London SE18 3DA
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Telephone:
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Pro Shop:
020 8854 0073
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