Wrexham Golf Club

Are you prepared for your Golf Lesson? You’ve make the decision to get golf instruction and your next lesson is coming up. When you are investing in lessons, you want to get the most out of them  so you can improve your skills and level up your game. That is why it is important to be prepared. Here are a few things to do before you attend your next golf lesson. When Booking your Lesson Find out as much information about your lesson when booking, especially if it is your first time. You will need to know if the equipment is supplied, or if you need to bring it with you. This will ensure that you arrive prepared. Reflect and Write Down Questions Thinking about your patterns when playing and reflecting on your abilities will bring up questions to ask your instructor. If there is anything is particular you want to know or improve, write it down before your lesson and take it with you. So often we forget to ask when in the midst of a lesson, only to get home and still h...

New to Golf? Here is our top advice to Golfing Etiquette The modern game of golf as we know it is thought to have originated in Scotland in the 15 th  century. A game with lots of traditions and rules of play, over time this has developed into golf etiquette that all players should abide by. The right etiquette shows respect for other players and appreciation for the course. If you are new to golf, making sure you learn and follow the etiquette will see you welcomed into golfing community, rather than ruffling up feathers! Here are some of the most common golfing etiquette rules to follow: ·         Stay quiet and still when other players are taking a stroke. It is easy to be put off by noisy chatting and movement. Show respect to other players by allowing them to play their shot without disturbance. ·         Do not tee-off until the players before you are well out of range. This usually means after they have pl...

Why become a member of a golf club? If you enjoy a round of golf, have you ever considered becoming a member of a golf club? As a golf player, you know how much fun you have on the course, but becoming a golf club member opens up a world of new opportunities.  There are many benefits to be had from joining a club, so if you have been undecided for a while, this may help you make the decision to go for it. Community  – as a golf club member, you will be able to make new friends and play golf with like-minded people. You may even form regular groups to play along with. Friendships often extend beyond the club environment, widening your social circles.  If you choose a family membership, you have the opportunity to spend fun times playing golf with loved ones. The clubhouse is another great reason to become a member. This is where you can relax before and after your game, enjoy drinks and meals, attend social events and more. Play More Golf  –...

It’s Good to be Back! It’s been several weeks since the lockdown restrictions were eased, and we couldn’t be happier to get back playing the game we love. It has been a difficult few months during lockdown, but we've loved seeing all the incredible social media posts, pictures and feedback that you have shared with us. It's good to be back! Since re-opening, golf clubs have seen a huge increase of new members, from people looking to start a new hobby to golfers that are looking to take up a second course for variety. Whatever your stage in your golfing career you are at, it’s great to see you getting back into the swing of things! Safety Matters While restrictions may be easing, staying safe is of utmost importance. Greenkeepers across the UK continue to work fiercely to bring you the best of the best, ensuring they continue to work safely in line with BIGGA and government guidelines. Your golfing union continues to work around the clock to ensure you receiv...

Keeping safe whilst playing the game you love most! The Covid-19 crisis has hit us all hard. Now we are beginning to see some sports open up again, but things are still far from normal. One of the advantages of golf is that it takes place outside, usually in wide open spaces on a golf course. This means the potential of coronavirus transmission is minimal, but nothing is without risk when mixing with others. Here’s how to keep safe whilst playing the game you love most! Booking You may not be able to book your game in the usual way. Instead, you may need to book online and follow club rules on teeing times. This is to ensure safety of both staff and players by making sure that hygiene and social distancing rules can be achieved. Social Distancing By now, most of us are used to the two metre rule, and this is even easier to do on the golf course. When sharing a game with others, walking from hole to hole makes it easy to keep the required distance apart, rather than ...

Top tips for booking your golf day We’ve put a few tips together when coming to book your golf day below! Be prepared When you are looking to book your golf day, preparation is key. Everyone is fully aware that in order to get the best deal and the best tee times, you need to book well in advance. People are getting to the stage where they are bookings up to 18-24 months in advance so that they don’t lose out. So all in all – be prepared! Know what you're booking Ensure you know your numbers and the package that you are looking for. It may be that further down the line that you wish to increase you numbers but can’t due to lack of availability, so make sure your group are committed. If you're booking catering, arrange this in good time as this will save the service time and guarantee refreshments. You don’t want rumbling stomachs on the course. Looking to hire buggies? Remember that not all clubs have buggies – check this at the time and ensure you book...