Official Corporate Brochure 2012 - 2013
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Golf, Weddings, Conferences & Functions
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Contents
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Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05
Weddings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
The Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07
Wedding Packages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
The Par 3 Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09
Celebrations and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Tour the Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Conferences and Meetings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
The Pro Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
The Bristol For Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Tuition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Christmas Parties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Crown Academy at The Bristol. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
How to Find & Contact Us. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Practice Facilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Membership Categories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Benefits of Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Crown Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Juniors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Visitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Societies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 The Clubhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
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he Bristol Golf Club is set in an area of historic parkland with stunning views across the Severn Estuary. The magnificent location, with its mature trees and numerous water features, provides the golfer with 18 truly memorable holes. Since its opening in June 2000, the Bristol’s reputation has steadily grown both locally and nationally and the club is well known for not only a great golf course but also for its excellent facilities.
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Welcome
These include an impressive clubhouse, extensive practice facilities and 9-hole par 3 Academy Course, affectionately known as the “Little Bristol”, which is perfect for anyone new to the game. The clubhouse itself is very well appointed and offers inspiring views out over this course. With our facilities, caring and courteous staff and our attention to detail, The Bristol has become a popular choice to host wedding receptions and functions of all kinds. The venue also provides the ideal location for the corporate customer. Situated just off Junction 17 of the M5, we are easily accessible from all directions in the South West. Do come and visit us soon, you will always be guaranteed a friendly welcome.
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The Course
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espite its relatively tender years, The Bristol has already gained a reputation for providing one of the best golfing challenges in the South West.
Set in 200 acres and built to USGA specification, the golf course follows the natural contours of the parkland landscape and offers 18 individual holes with water featuring on ten of them. From the white tees, the layout stretches to 6,111 yards, playing to a par of 70. The club received favourable reviews when it played host to professionals from all over Europe in staging PGA EuroPro Tour events which were televised on Sky Sports.
challenge you aerobically, but it’s well worth the effort, as you will be rewarded by spectacular views over both Severn Bridges and across the Bristol Channel to Wales. The finishing hole is a classic in its own right: you have to negotiate the dog leg right before hoping you have saved one of your best iron shots of the day to carry the lake in front of the green and land safely on putting surface.
There are many highlights to a round, not least of which is the spectacular par-3 16th where you have to slot your tee-shot through a corridor of trees and a water hazard guarding the green. The walk from the 17th green to the 18th tee might
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The Par 3 Course
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he “Little Bristol” is a great facility for all golfers to enjoy. Beginners will enjoy the shortened version of a golf course to ease them into the game.
It is ideal for people of all ages and we particularly encourage families to come and enjoy what golf has to offer in a relaxed environment where you can play as much as you want at a pace that suits you. Experienced golfers can also benefit from using the layout to sharpen up their short game, the way any good player knows is the most efficient way of lowering their handicap or taking their game to the next level. The longest hole on the par 3 course measures only 151 yards and the course is set up like a “real” golf course with contoured greens and surrounds and is always kept in excellent condition.
Play is unlimited once you have paid your green fee at the Pro Shop. The great thing is the more people play the cheaper it becomes. A round is very reasonably priced in the first place because we want you to come and enjoy the experience. Clubs can be hired and the dress code is very relaxed so come along and get into golf at the Little Bristol. It’s the perfect way to spend a day If you find you are hooked, then ask about our Par 3 memberships. Call our Membership Manager on 01454 620000 (option 2) for information.
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Tour the Course
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f you have never played at The Bristol 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 course tour courtesy of our Head PGA Professional, Andrew Etherington.
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Hole 1, 551 yards, par 5
Hole 4, 369 yards, par 4
A tough opening drive – with out of bounds left. The perfect tee shot is still down the left side!
A straightforward par 4 with slight dogleg right to left. Watch the ditch running across the centre of the fairway ready to punish poorly-hit tee shots.
Hole 2, 149yards, par 3 Short par 3. With a lake in front of the green and trees to avoid, it requires extra focus on where you want to hit the ball, not where you don’t!
Hole 5, 316 yards, par 4 A driveable par 4 for longer hitters. Greenside bunkers or a pond will catch poorlystruck or wayward drives.
Hole 3, 405 yards, par 4
Hole 6, 156 yards, par 3
A difficult dogleg right par 4 with out of bounds along the right. Knowing how far you hit the ball is crucial to this tee shot.
Strike the ball well as with a pond in front of the green loose shots will make a splash!
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Hole 7, 513 yards, par 5
Hole 10, 363 yards, par 4
Hole 13, 362 yards, par 4
An undulating par 5 with danger lurking to the left, right and back of the green.
Finding the fairway here is tough as the hole slopes to the left all the way.
Hole 8, 409 yards, par 4
Hole 11, 226 yards, par 3
Par 4 dogleg left to right which lives up to its billing as stroke index 1. If you’re too far back, lay up before the ditch in front of the green and rely on your short game to save par.
Long par 3. The ideal shot is to aim for the left-hand of the two bunkers guarding the front of the green.
Short par 4. Straight hitting is the key as the fairway runs direct to a deceptively deep green. The lake protecting the back of the green is waiting to swallow anything overhit.
Hole 9, 314 yards, par 4
Hitting the right side of the fairway is essential as the tees on the left can block your approach to the green.
Short par 4 with a double-tier green which leads to many a three putt. Check the flag position before striking your approach.
Hole 12, 444 yards, par 4 (par 5 off yellow tees)
Hole 14, 125 yards, par 3 The shortest hole on the course but accuracy is at a premium with watery danger short and right. Hole 15, 483 yards, par 5 Short par 5, the perfect drive would be slightly left of middle.
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Hole 16, 190 yards, par 3
Hole 17, 367 yards, par 4
Hole 18, 369 yards, par 4
Our signature hole. You have to hit a long shot from an elevated tee over water through a narrow corridor of trees.
Delightful par 4 plays longer than it looks due to the elevated green.
This dogleg right is made tricky by a lake and two bunkers which protect the front of the green.
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The Pro Shop
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he Pro Shop at The Bristol Golf Club has all the latest golf equipment and golf wear at competitive prices, with brands such as Ping, Titleist, Footjoy, Motocaddy, Odyssey, Callaway, Rohnisch and Nike. Our friendly and experienced team will give you impartial advice to help you make the right choice to improve your game.
We also offer an expert custom fitting service, free of charge at our covered, floodlit driving range using our Vector ball flight machine.
And it’s not only the longer clubs in your bag where you could reap the rewards. We can also custom fit putters and wedges to your requirements.
Many recreational golfers play with clubs which are ill-suited to their swing, but with a few simple measurements you could have your own purpose-built equipment. This service can bring about a dramatic improvement in ball striking.
If you wish to hire a buggy or trolley, are in need of refreshment to pop in your bag before taking to the course, or just a friendly chat, the Pro Shop should again be your destination.
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Specialists in Financial Coaching Working with affluent self-employed, business owner and retired individuals the team at Octagon has developed successful financial planning and wealth preservation experience. We work on your behalf to charter a steady course through rough economic times.
Creating tax-efficient investment structures is key to course-management, driving consistent and repeatable results.
A dedicated client-adviser relationship, open & effective lines of communication and state-of-the-art client-portal technology all chip in to provide our clients with a thoroughly professional and enjoyable financial planning experience.
For an initial chat please ask for Richard Adams, Practice Director and mention you found us in The Bristol Golf Club brochure. Telephone: 0117 9331661 Octagon Consultancy Ltd 2 Hurle Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 2SY
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Tuition
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olfers looking to not only enjoy their game but also to improve their handicap will find The Bristol an excellent choice of club.
Our PGA-qualified professional team is on hand to provide expert tuition whenever you need it. Their teaching is backed up by some outstanding practice facilities which allow you to invest time working on the new techniques you have learnt. Individual or group lessons are available, with all areas of the game covered from chipping and putting, improving accuracy with your wedges right through to finding more consistency off the tee.
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. We are delighted to offer on-course lessons, which not only allow you to pick up some pointers on your technique but also gain invaluable insight into how to think like a professional and hopefully score like one too! To book a lesson, call the Pro Shop on 01454 456620.
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We are a local business with 8 years experience in landscaping, design, tree surgery and maintenance services. We have a healthy customer base in and around Bristol and are ever expanding due to popular demand. By choosing our fully qualified tree care team with a number of years experience working with trees in Bristol and across the UK, you can rest assured that you’ll be giving your tree a second to none service. We offer the following services for any variety of tree Crown reductions & lifts, felling any size tree, stump grinding and removal, fruit tree pruning and planting. • • • • • • •
Crown reductions Crown lifts Felling of small to large trees Council applications for trees with preservation orders Stump grinding and removal Fruit tree pruning Garden Bark/ chippings and logs available
Phone: 0800 44 88 940 Mobile: 07908 037 706 Address: 10 Hollyleigh Avenue, Bristol, BS34 7QU Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm info@chandlers-landscapes.co.uk www.chandlers-landscapes.co.uk
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Crown Academy at The Bristol
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ere at The Bristol you will find a welcoming, friendly face and a refreshing attitude towards those considering taking up the game of golf.
There are many perceived barriers to golf: it’s too expensive, people don’t feel they’ll fit in; it’s not accessible for ladies, families or minority groups. Our approachable PGA coaching staff will instantly put you at your ease and fill you with enthusiasm for the sport and for being a part of the most progressive and forward-thinking club in the area. More than 15 million people watch The Open and The Masters on television but with only 4 million active golfers in the country there is an awful lot of untapped talent out there that we want to encourage.
Our golf academy is perfect for beginners, teaching the basics and providing the solid foundation required to be able to enjoy not only playing, but in due course improving, getting a handicap and then setting about lowering it. We are particularly proud that The Bristol has achieved GolfMark accreditation. GolfMark is a national scheme that identifies and recognises junior and beginner-friendly golf facilities, demonstrating our ‘open to all’ culture. Our only requirement from you is an interest in golf, which we hope to develop into a passion.
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Practice Facilities
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he Bristol Golf Club has everything required for the focused golfer looking to better their game and lower their handicap.
We have a covered, floodlit driving range with quality mats. The outfield is large enough to be able to hit all clubs in your bag and has plenty of targets to aim at for focused practice. Baskets of 25, 50, 75 and 100 balls can be purchased through a variety of payment methods. Choose from: cash, loyalty card (become an Academy Member), or tokens, which can be purchased from the Pro Shop.
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Last balls are 7.30pm on Tuesday-Friday and half an hour before last light on Saturday-Monday. The Range is open until last light in the summer. For those looking to work on their game around the green, there is also a pitching area with a practice bunker which is nearly 150 yards in length. Use of your own balls is required. There is also an excellent putting green which mirrors the fine surfaces to be found out on the course.
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Membership Categories
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veryone enjoys feeling a part of a club and The Bristol Golf Club offers a friendly, welcoming and modern environment for its members. We like to think that membership of The Bristol is a lifestyle choice and we invite you to join us. There are a variety of memberships available:
Intermediate Membership This package, for those aged 19-29, is at a reduced rate compared to our usual annual membership but includes all the benefits of full membership. It is designed to offer the younger golfer an opportunity to enter membership and to ease the transition when juniors move to the adult category.
7 Day Membership Offers new members the perfect opportunity to fully experience what The Bristol Golf Club has to offer. Full playing rights.
Junior Membership The Junior Membership is suited to all abilities and ages as it includes use of ‘The Bristol’ (18 hole) and the ‘Little Bristol’ (Par 3). We have a Child Protection Policy in place at The Bristol and have also received English Golf’s GolfMark award recognising us as a child-friendly club. Our PGA Professionals take a keen interest in the
5 Day Membership 5 Day Membership gives you full access to the club Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays).
section and provide free coaching as well as organising skills challenges. Par 3 Membership The perfect practice facility whether you are just starting out in golf or are looking to improve your short game. Corporate Membership Business or pleasure? We offer packages to suit. If you would like further information or would like to discuss your business’s requirements please do not hesitate to contact our Membership Manager on 01454 620000 (option 2).
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Alive for Life Chiropractic Clinic With over a decade of clinical chiropractic experience, at Alive for Life Chiropractic Clinic we believe in delivering quality care for all the family at affordable prices. We aim to find the cause of your problem and design a course of care to suit your lifestyle in a relaxed, friendly and comfortable environment. Our Doctor of Chiropractic, Michelle Heming DC BSc(Hons) MSc(Chiro) PgCert(Paed) MCC, Certified in Webster Technique, has a keen interest in family care and believes that health is not just the absence of pain and disease, but also about a healthy balance between the mind, body and spirit. Alongside traditional chiropractic methods, Michelle is trained in cranial work and dry needling (a form of acupuncture). If you are finding your body is causing you restriction in activities you enjoy; if you are suffering from back pain, neck pain, neck related headaches, muscle pain and/or stiffness or would like to find out some more about how chiropractic can help your particular condition and improve your health and well-being then please call. Michelle is a member of the British Chiropractic Association, the College of Chiropractors, the International Chiropractic Paediatric Association and is registered with the General Chiropractic Council.
Are you Alive for Life? 25% discount off the initial consultation fee (usual price ÂŁ36) (when quoting ref. TBGC2012)
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Benefits of Membership
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very year we provide outstanding value to our members. Here are just a few reasons why you should consider becoming part of The Bristol:
• Access to both golf courses
• 12-day booking window
• Access to Crown’s Open Play Scheme (26 other clubs within the group)
• Full access to practice facilities
• Regular competitions • Various social events • Discount scheme with participating local businesses • Regular club nights aimed at involving newer members • 10% discount on food and beverage
• Discounted buggy rate • Reduced green fee for guests • Free golf insurance • Exclusive member discounts on driving range and retail • Discounts with golf partners in Spain and France
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Wills & Probate
Our emphasis is on personal service. We provide clear, practical advice that is tailored to your individual circumstances. We won’t blind you with technicalities and jargon. Instead we’ll talk to you in a language you understand and guide you through each step of the process. We can help you get the solution you’re looking for. To talk about your options, call us or drop into one of our offices.
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Crown Golf
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he Bristol Golf Club is proud to a part of Crown Golf, Europe’s largest golf operator. We have 27 fantastic golf and leisure facilities in the UK with 44 golf courses. We are also experienced at hosting events of all kinds. Crown Golf can provide you with all you need for a truly valuable corporate day out or a fantastic party.
Our clubs offer modern, well-appointed facilities in tranquil surroundings for all your needs. From short meetings to full conferencing services or even weddings, we will be able to cater for you and your guests. Crown Golf is committed to upholding the great traditions of golf whilst striving to provide an innovative experience for our members and visitors. We set out to help shape the future of golf in the UK.
As a member of a Crown Golf club you not only enjoy a host of benefits at your own club but through our unique Open Play scheme, we give you free playing rights to all 27 clubs in the group. Equally, visiting golfers are welcome at many of our memberships clubs as well as our nine pay and play venues. For more details, visit: www.crown-golf.co.uk
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Juniors
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he Bristol is a champion of Junior Golf and nothing gives us more pleasure than seeing a child develop a passion for our sport.
A good number of adults come to golf later in life, and most of those will tell you they wish they could have discovered the game in their formative years. A healthy outdoor pursuit that can be played individually or with groups of friends, it has rules and etiquette to consider, so teaches good habits and respect for others. Most of all, though, the joy of getting out on a beautiful course and quest for the perfect round never dulls and is one that can be enjoyed equally by a child, all the way through adult life well into retirement. So the sooner you get started the better!
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Here at The Bristol, rest assured that your child is in good hands. In 2010, the club was awarded elite ‘GolfMark’ status for its work in encouraging youngsters and beginners to play the sport. The award, a national scheme which identifies and recognises junior and beginner-friendly golf facilities, has been given to fewer than one in six golf clubs in England.
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Staff at The Bristol’s Crown Golf Academy worked for six months to achieve rigorous performance targets set out by GolfMark administrators the English Golf Union (EGU) and England Women’s Golf Association (EWGA).
The Bristol GC has a new dedicated Junior Committee to help their Junior Organiser oversee all the junior coaching and events at the club. The club has also created a pathway for juniors – to take them from complete beginners to getting a handicap so they can play on the main course in competitions and in Club teams. There is also the new opportunity for juniors to take advantage of free tuition from PGAqualified coaches once a month.
Ben Laing, The Bristol’s General Manager, said: “Golf teaches individuals not only a sport, but also life skills such as honesty and respect. We hope to produce committed and educated juniors, but above all, people who love the game. And perhaps the greatest benefit of achieving GolfMark status is that parents can relax in the confidence that The Bristol Golf Club will look after their children in a safe and fun environment.”
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olfers of all ages and abilities are always welcome at The Bristol, and you don’t have to be a member.
Pay and play green fees are available seven days a week on both the main course and the Little Bristol Par 3 Course. Although booking is advisable we will endeavour to get you a tee slot on the course as soon as possible. Please be advised that we do operate a pairing up policy whereby we book single players or twoballs in with other people on the same time slot. We offer discounts to visitors with the County Card and also have a special twilight rate for those able to play later in the day when the course is at its quietest.
Buggies can be pre-booked by calling 01454 456620. In common with other clubs we do insist on a minimum standard of smart casual dress at all times. Blue denim is not permitted and correct golf shoes must always be worn on the course. Although handicap certificates are not mandatory, we do prefer golfers to be of a sufficient standard for them to be able to enjoy their round and for them not to inconvenience other players when out on the course.
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Societies
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he ideal place for your golf day, The Bristol Golf Club combines a great golf course with great facilities in an outstanding setting.
The course provides an excellent challenge without being too severe for the more occasional golfer. With a par of 71 (from the normal tees) the course is gently undulating with several water features and some memorable par 3s.
What we don’t want is for you to feel you have to compromise. It is your day and we want you to enjoy it to the full. So if you don’t see exactly what you want, simply ask and we will do our utmost to a tailor a package to your requirements.
We have a variety of value packages to meet your needs such as tea or coffee and a bacon roll, followed by a round of golf and then finishing your day with a twocourse sit-down meal.
So, if you want to upgrade to full English breakfast or add an extra course to your meal, that’s absolutely no problem.
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How about making a day of it and get warmed up with an invigorating nine holes on our wonderful Par 3 Course? Save your energy to invest in your golf game by adding buggy hire and add a bit of extra interest with our Beat the Pro competition.
We can provide Nearest the Pin and Longest Drive markers should they be required, while the Club Professional has an extremely well-stocked shop and will be pleased to supply any competition prizes you may require.
Come and give us a try. We’re sure you’ll love the course, the food and the friendly Bristol Golf Club welcome. Call 01454 620000 for more details or for a booking form.
We are ideally located just 200 yards from the M5, just 15 minutes from the centre of Bristol and just minutes across the Severn Bridge from Wales. It can also be the ideal stop when travelling to Devon or Cornwall for your golfing break.
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The Clubhouse
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he Bristol Golf Club Bar and Lounge is open to members and public alike, seven days a week. It is the perfect venue for all occasions whether it be an informal coffee, a casual meal with friends, Sunday lunch with the family or a momentous party to celebrate a special occasion. We will ensure that your time here with us is as relaxed and enjoyable as possible.
The Lounge leads out onto a large terrace with stunning views over the Severn Estuary. This is the perfect spot on a sunny day while in the cooler months the fireplace provides a cosier atmosphere. The large and varied menu is complemented by an excellent range of wines, beers, ciders and soft drinks.
The Bristol Golf Club is proud to say that it holds a 5 star rating for its Food Hygiene Standards through South Gloucestershire Council. The menu is varied and extensive, ranging from light snacks, through to a hearty breakfast or lunch. Choose from our main menu or try one of our Chef’s Daily Specials.
If you’re here on business take advantage of our free wi-fi or utilise one of our many meeting rooms. There is disabled access to the Bar and Lounge and main function suite. Dress code is smart casual.
Tables can be pre-booked for Lunch. For more details please call Gemma Lofty on 01454 620000 (option 3).
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Weddings
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ere at The Bristol Golf Club our professional staff offer their expert guidance to help make your day a truly memorable occasion.
As you pass the gates and enter the sweeping tree-lined drive you are greeted with panoramic views of both Severn bridges, the Severn Estuary and the surrounding countryside which provides the ideal setting for your Wedding Reception and the perfect backdrop for your wedding album. Set in a 200-year-old clubhouse the venue provides a welcoming and friendly environment. Your own private patio and wedding garden awaits you as do stunning views over the Gloucestershire countryside.
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Whatever your dreams for your celebration, The Bristol’s sense of style and ceremony built on years of experience will help make your day truly memorable. Our dedicated wedding coordinator possesses a wealth of knowledge and experience and will be on hand to arrange and advise you on everything from flowers, to food and every small detail in-between, ensuring the only “hitch” you experience on the day is the one you’ve planned. Our beautifully appointed banqueting suites each boast a stunning view of the golf course and surrounding countryside and provide the perfect backdrop for any wedding album. All our rooms have natural
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daylight and are fully air conditioned. Our extensive facilities allow you unrivalled flexibility, whether you are looking for the most intimate occasion or the grandest and most lavish celebration. At The Bristol Golf Club we pride ourselves in using only the best ingredients and from local suppliers where possible. We have a large selection of wines, local ales, ciders and a range of other drinks. Our Head Chef, who has years of experience both internationally and in the UK, has created an outstanding range of delectable menu suggestions for you to choose from, ranging from wedding
breakfasts, hog roasts, barbecues, finger buffets and canapĂŠs. You are sure to find the ideal menu to suit your palate and style.
Our Civil Ceremony suites - the St. Swithins Suite, The Terrace Room, The Sherrell Room or The Severn Room - can accommodate between 10 and 120 guests.
The Bristol Golf Club has the facility to hold Civil Ceremonies in one of our four fully-licensed suites.
Our superb facilities with expert service and exquisite cuisine guarantee a day to remember.
Choose from a more intimate suite on our first floor overlooking 200 acres of beautiful Gloucestershire countryside or one of our larger ground floor suites with its own terrace area next to one of our stunning water fountains for a sensational photo opportunity.
If you have guests coming from afar they will be pleased to learn that the club is very accessible off the M4/M5 motorway and we provide a large free car park.
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We offer a high quality wedding photography service to record your special day from bridal preparation until first dance. Capture the romance of your wedding, the details, your shoes, your dress, your wedding favours, that first kiss. Why not visit our website and give us a call to discuss your day, we offer a “try before you buy” option of a free photoshoot as we believe it’s so important to choose a photographer who you can work with on your wedding day, who you trust, and who will produce stunning photographs of you both. Let’s talk - Call Jeremy & Angela on 07525 629508 Visit our website - www.romanticimages.co.uk Or send us an email - jeremy@romanticimages.co.uk In addition to weddings we also offer a quality portrait and family photography service. We don’t use a studio, all images are taken on location and at reasonable rates agreed in advance.
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Wedding Packages
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he Bristol Golf Club offers a wide range of wedding packages suitable for all tastes and budgets, however if you are looking for something different and unique we can personalise each package to meet your individual needs and tastes.
Each wedding package includes: • • • • • • • • •
A professional yet informal master of ceremonies A red carpet welcome for you and your guests Changing facilities for the bride and groom Hire of our banqueting suites for both the day time and evening receptions A delectable three-course dinner followed by coffee and mints A variety of wine and drinks Cake stand and cake knife Table plan, place cards and menus Supervised use of a golf buggy for photo opportunities
Ask about our all-inclusive diamond wedding package, new for 2013, which also includes a wedding taster for the bride and groom before the big day and overnight accommodation for the happy couple at a local hotel. Call Gemma Lofty on 01454 620000 (option 3) for more details on any of our fantastic packages, or download the dedicated wedding brochure from our website, www.bristolgolfclub.co.uk
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At Waves Car Wash in the Willow Brook Centre you will receive a first class, friendly service, as well as great value for money, with prices starting from just £6 for an Express Wash.
Design - installation - support - training Home Cinema Systems Multi-room TV & Music Systems Simple Remote Control Solutions Lighting & Blind Automation Mac & PC IT Support Telephone Systems Professional Friendly Local See website for a full list of services
info@gdr-tech.co.uk www.gdr-tech.co.uk 0117 3250078
We are currently offering a 10% discount to all Bristol Golf Club members; to receive your 10% discount simply show your Bristol Golf Club membership card to our staff.
Express Wash - £6 - £9 Silver Wash- £12 - £20 Gold Wash - £17 - £30 Platinum Wash - £30 - £55 We are also pleased to offer bespoke valeting services and fabric cleaning services. If you have specific requirements our manager will be happy to accommodate you. Contact us today on
The Willow Brook Centre
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www.wavescarwash.co.uk BS32 8BS Waves Car Wash in the WillowBrook Shopping Centre is operated under a franchise agreement from Waves Car Wash Limited
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Celebrations and Functions
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celebration at The Bristol Golf Club is always a memorable occasion. We have a wealth of experience hosting family events, special birthday celebrations, anniversary parties, christenings and naming ceremonies, funeral wakes and many more events.
With two stunning restaurant rooms located on the ground floor with magnificent views over the golf course and surrounding countryside The Bristol Golf Club cannot be beaten on location. We have a selection of menus and packages available on request but we really do prefer to work with you on this to ensure we meet both your expectations and budget.
The Bristol Golf Club is the perfect venue in which to remember the life of a loved one and pay tribute with family and friends. We are considerate hosts for wakes and our caring and attentive staff can take care of all the organisation, easing some of the burden during what we appreciate is a stressful and emotional time.
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Conferences and Meetings
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celebration at The Bristol Golf Club is always a memorable occasion. We have a wealth of experience hosting family events, special birthday celebrations, anniversary parties, christenings and naming ceremonies, funeral wakes and many more events.
With two stunning restaurant rooms located on the ground floor with magnificent views over the golf course and surrounding countryside The Bristol Golf Club cannot be beaten on location. We have a selection of menus and packages available on request but we really do prefer to work with you on this to ensure we meet both your expectations and budget.
The Bristol Golf Club is the perfect venue in which to remember the life of a loved one and pay tribute with family and friends. We are considerate hosts for wakes and our caring and attentive staff can take care of all the organisation, easing some of the burden during what we appreciate is a stressful and emotional time.
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We are a small family run retailer in Shirehampton, Bristol but don’t let our size put you off! We are very capable of meeting your needs for a wide range of flooring requirements. Within the team at Choice Carpets, there is over 60 years of retail and installation experience, with all this experience we are confident that once you have used our service you will not just use us again but will be happy to recommend us to your friends and family for all their floor covering needs. Time and time again we have had our customers tell us how we have been recommended by way of word of mouth and how surprised they are by the vast choice on offer and what great quality we provide at such competitive prices. We have built our business on being reliable, competitively priced and above all professional, this is apparent due to the number of clients who keep using us time after time and have continued to do so for many years. •
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The Bristol For Business
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he Bristol embraces the business community and offers outstanding value and service for those seeking corporate membership. Equally, we are a willing and welcoming host for a successful corporate golf day. Would you like to have somewhere local to take your clients for a round of golf and a meal or a relaxing venue for that important business meeting? We currently have two corporate membership packages available, both offering excellent value for money. A summary of the benefits of each is outlined:
Package 1 • Named Corporate Membership • 20% discount on conference room hire • 72 additional rounds of golf per annum • 12-day booking window • Discounted corporate buggy rate • Access to member benefit discounts with local businesses Package 2 • 4 named or bearer Corporate Memberships allowing a fourball on the course at any one time • 12-day booking window • Discounted corporate buggy rate • 50% discount on conference room hire • Access to member benefit discounts with local businesses
At the Bristol Golf Club we understand what may be suitable for one company might not be what another requires. For more information on prices or if you would like to discuss any variations dependent on your company’s requirements please contact our Membership Manager on 01454 620000 (option 2) or alternatively email: bristol-memberships@crown-golf.co.uk
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Our dental team is dedicated to providing a personal, caring approach to all of our patients and we always have time to listen to your requirements. We take new patients, on a private basis and we have dental plans to help spread the cost.
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Christmas Parties
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e appreciate it has become increasingly difficult for businesses in recent times with the downturn in the economic climate. Staff are working even harder than before, sometimes filling more than one role and it can be easy to forget to say thank you for their efforts. Christmas parties are an excellent way of giving something back to the workforce and are also a superb way of building staff morale. With ample free parking and easy access, The Bristol Golf Club is the ideal venue to
hold your special event. Our Christmas parties are legendary and live long in the memory. They feature a different theme each year, allowing our guests to don fancy dress and really get in the party spirit. The food is pretty special too. To whet your appetite, here is a sample menu to give you some sort of idea of what to look forward to: Starters - Winter Vegetable Soup with herb and garlic croutons - Prawn & Salmon Cocktail - Duck & Orange Terrine, with toasted crostini and pear chutney
Mains - Traditional Roast Turkey Christmas Fayre - Carrot & Coriander Nut Roast Open Pattie with spiced tomato relish - Braised Beef with Brandy & Peppercorn Sauce Desserts - Champagne & Raspberry Tartlet - Traditional Yule Log with orange liquor cream - Baked Rum & Raisin Cheesecake with toffee sauce - Fresh Coffee & Cocktail Mince Pies Check our website, www.bristolgolfclub. co.uk, for details of this year’s event.
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How To Find & Contact Us
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he Bristol Golf Club is located at Almondsbury, just north of Bristol and within easy reach of the M5 and M4 motorways. For satellite navigation purposes our postcode is BS10 7TP. From Bristol Take the A4018 north out of the city for around five miles. At the roundabout underneath the M5 motorway, take the first exit on to Cribbs Causeway/B4055. The entrance to the club is about 500 yards down this road on the right. From the North Take the M4 or M48/M4, leaving the motorway at Junction 20 to join the M5. Leave the M5 at Junction 17, taking the third exit at the roundabout on to Cribbs Causeway/ B4055. The entrance to the club is about 500 yards down this road on the right.
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From the West Take the M5, leaving at Junction 17 before following the directions above. From the East Take the M5, leaving at Junction 17. Take the first exit at the roundabout on to Cribbs Causeway/B4055. The entrance to the club is about 500 yards down this road on the right. Public transport The nearest railway station is at Pilning, which is around two miles or a ten-minute taxi ride away. The station is on the main Cardiff to Taunton Great Western line and frequent services run to Bristol Temple Meads. Journey time is approximately 20 minutes.
Here at The Bristol 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. The Bristol Golf Club St. Swithins Park Blackhorse Hill Almondsbury Bristol BS10 7TP Telephone: Reception: 01454 620000 Pro Shop: 01454 456620 Fax: 01454 202 700 Email: bristol@crown-golf.co.uk Website: www.bristolgolfclub.co.uk
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