“Golf relies on the integrity of the individual to show consideration for other players and abide by the rules. All players should conduct themselves in a disciplined manner, demonstrating courtesy and sportsmanship at all times, irrespective of how competitive they may be. This is the spirit of golf.” – R&A Rules of Golf, 2008 – 2011.

Respecting the rules of Golf, and ensuring that you follow the correct etiquette at all times will ensure that you will be welcomed and respected by all members of Bondhay Golf Club.

Remember, DO:

• Enjoy the game and consider the enjoyment of others.
• Play without delay.
• Be ready to play when it is your shot.
• Allow others to play through if searching for a lost ball.
• Rake a bunker after playing from it.
• Repair divot holes and pitch marks.
• Respect the playing surfaces, never knock the ball away with a club in hand in case of damaging greens, fairways or aprons.
• Don’t drop little on the course and be tidy in the club house.
• Switch off your mobile phone or place it on silent out on the course.

DON’T:

• Behave in an unsportsmanlike manner, throw clubs or make unnecessary noise on the course.
• Play a shot until the group in front are out of range.
• Stand too close to a person playing a shot.
• Leave your bag in front of the green or write down scores while on the green.
• Take more than one practice swing.
• Slide, drag feet or lean on a putter or flag stick on the green.

Do’s and Don’ts taken from the English Golf Union’s GOLFEtiquette Pocket Reminder available here.

R&A’s The Etiquette of Golf – Explained by Padraig Harrington