Information for Day Members

Reservations and starting times are controlled through the Secretary’s office and administered on a day-to-day basis by the Professional and Starter.

The general principle in the current circumstances is that no one with any Covid-19 symptoms should visit the Club. We will be happy to move a booking if required at no extra cost (providing its a similar time of year)

Reporting - On arrival players should report first to the Professional's Shop 

Dress -  The general principle is that players shall conform to the best of golf standards both on and off the course. Golf shoes are to be worn; tailored shorts may be worn with knee-length and short socks. Please do not wear waterproofs in the clubhouse. Jeans, tracksuits, T-shirts and training shoes/sneakers are not permitted either on the course or in the clubhouse.

Course Etiquette

• Two ball matches should be allowed to pass any three or four-ball matches if the pace of play dictates

• All holes and footprints must be raked on leaving a bunker.

• All divots are to be replaced and pitch marks repaired.

• Golf bags should not be placed on greens.

Practice Facilities - A practice range facility is available as well as a short game practice area, putting green and nets.

Buggies -  Use of a ride-on buggy is restricted to those who have a genuine incapacity to play golf unless aided by the use of the buggy. Ride-on buggies are available to rent. Click here to view the policy and to fill out the online form.

Trolleys - Motorised and hand trolleys may be hired from the Professional's shop.

Caddies & Forecaddies - Can be booked through the office.

The clubhouse is open from 8 am

Catering is available from 9.00 am to 7.00 pm (6.00 pm on Sundays) between 1 April and 31 October, and from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm between 1 November and 31 March.  They may also be provided outside of these hours, please contact the Secretary’s office in advance to confirm availability.

Security - No liability can be accepted for any articles left unattended on the premises, or in the car park.  Players are advised to take all reasonable precautions to secure their property and ensure valuables are not left on show in their cars.

Smoking - is not permitted anywhere in the Clubhouse

All queries for the Secretary’s office secretary@royalbirkdale.com or 01704 552 020