Bridport & West Dorset Golf Club
Membership
The Club offers a variety of Membership options and there is no Entrance Fee. We cater for the avid golfer who wishes to play and participate in competitions on a regular basis, and, those who treat golf less seriously and enjoy the occasional round but want to be a member of a Club. We have a thriving and active membership and a good social scene to go with it. In addition, don't forget that by joining Bridport you can also enjoy free rounds of golf at 8 other Clubs plus reduced green fees at 3 others with our reciprocal arrangements. Follow this link to our reciprocal page: Reciprocal Golf Clubs
Membership application forms can be obtained from the Secretary or downloaded below.
Forms need to be completed, including the names and signatures of the Proposer and Seconder, and returned to the Secretary. If the applicant is a member of another golf club then a handicap certificate is required together with a letter of introduction from that Club’s Secretary. Informal New Member meetings are held at the Club on a regular basis when all aspects of membership are explained and there is the opportunity to meet existing members.
Membership 2012
| Category | Subscription | Loyalty Subscription # | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full | £700 | £650 | Full 7 day Membership |
| Weekday | £650 | £600 | |
| Weekday (over 75) | £495 | £445 | |
| Country (over 50 miles) | £460 | £410 | Must reside over 50 miles from Club |
| Country (second home) | £585 | £535 | Second home or caravan within 50 miles |
| Intermediate (25 -30) | £285 | ||
| Young Adult (19 - 24) | £150 | ||
| Junior (13 - 18) | £70 | ||
| Junior (12 and under) | £45 | ||
| Associate * | £225 | For the less frequent player | |
| Beginner * | £100 | For those totally new to golf | |
| Social | £95 | For the non golfer |
Apart from 'Social' all of the above are subject to additional Golf Union Fees, currently £15 for a Gentleman and £21 for a Lady.
The Membership year runs from 1st January to 31st December except the Beginner Category which is a 12 month period from the date of joining.
All age restrictions apply on the 1st January of the Membership year.
Payment of Full, Weekday and Country Membership categories can be spread over 2 or 10 payments. Please contact the Secretary for details. A small administration charge is payable for these options.
# - Subscription payable after 5 years continuous Membership.
* - See criteria below
Criteria applicable to Associate and Beginner Membership
In addition to the Membership subscription, a green fee of £10 per round is payable.
Benefits of Membership
- Can play 7 days per week (see restriction below)
- Can obtain and maintain a CONGU handicap
- Can play in any “non Trophy” Club competitions
- Full use of Club facilities, social functions, locker rooms etc.
- Members' discount rates at the bar, in the restaurant and on buggy hire.
- Having gained a handicap, can utilise our reciprocal arrangements
Restrictions on Membership
- Not able to enter Club Trophy competitions
- No voting rights
- Not able to represent the Club in league or friendly matches
- Not allowed Member's guest green fee rates
- Start times at weekends are restricted to after 9.30am
- Beginner Membership applies for 12 month only period from date of joining