We believe that golf is more than just a sport; it’s a community, a passion, and a platform for inclusion. Through our outreach programmes, we work with local communities to provide equipment, coaching, free meals and support to those who may face obstacles in joining traditional golf clubs. We believe that by removing barriers to entry, we can enrich lives, promote health and wellbeing, and foster a sense of belonging for all.
Schools and Juniors
We’re passionate about encouraging and promoting golf among children, recognising its importance not just for the sport but for community development too.
Through our Fun, Food, and Golf programme, we provide children who need it most with free meals and golf coaching during both term time and school holidays. It’s a fantastic opportunity for kids to learn the game and enjoy themselves in a supportive environment.
Women and Girls
We’re dedicated to promoting golf for women and girls and ensuring they have the support they need to stay in the game for the long term.
We encourage women of all ages and skill levels to take up the sport by providing clear pathways for learning and development.
We offer beginner-friendly Mother and Daughter programmes, coaching sessions, and networking opportunities. Ultimately, our aim is to help women feel comfortable and confident by creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where they can connect, share experiences, and build lasting friendships
Golfers with disabilities
Our mission is simple: To make sure that everyone has the opportunity to experience the camaraderie and excitement of golf.
We’re taking positive strides towards making our venues accessible, including educating our team on how to coach golfers with disabilities, making changes to our golf courses and partnering with WheelPower, the national charity for wheelchair sport.
In 2024, we also became the first company to partner with EDGA – the European Disabled Golf Association. We hosted two EDGA D3 coaching sessions conducted by Mark Taylor – Head of Development for EDGA and R&A Golf Development Consultant and plan to roll out similar sessions at more venues soon.
Community
Giving back is core to who we are. We support local charities and offer our facilities for the community’s benefit, free of charge.
Each venue supports a nominated charity for three years, helping to spread awareness and raise vital funds.
We work with local hospices and host pop-up Bereavement Cafés to support people who have lost loved ones. And many of our venues host Dementia Cafés, offering information and advice as well as free tea, coffee, biscuits and golf lessons
But we’re not just about golf; we host free chess and bridge events for members and local communities too.
Schools and Juniors
We’re passionate about encouraging and promoting golf among children, recognising its importance not just for the sport but for community development too.
Through our Fun, Food, and Golf programme, we provide children who need it most with free meals and golf coaching during both term time and school holidays. It’s a fantastic opportunity for kids to learn the game and enjoy themselves in a supportive environment.
Women and Girls
We’re dedicated to promoting golf for women and girls and ensuring they have the support they need to stay in the game for the long term.
We encourage women of all ages and skill levels to take up the sport by providing clear pathways for learning and development.
We offer beginner-friendly Mother and Daughter programmes, coaching sessions, and networking opportunities. Ultimately, our aim is to help women feel comfortable and confident by creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where they can connect, share experiences, and build lasting friendships
Golfers with disabilities
Our mission is simple: To make sure that everyone has the opportunity to experience the camaraderie and excitement of golf.
We’re taking positive strides towards making our venues accessible, including educating our team on how to coach golfers with disabilities, making changes to our golf courses and partnering with WheelPower, the national charity for wheelchair sport.
In 2024, we also became the first company to partner with EDGA – the European Disabled Golf Association. We hosted two EDGA D3 coaching sessions conducted by Mark Taylor – Head of Development for EDGA and R&A Golf Development Consultant and plan to roll out similar sessions at more venues soon.
Community
Giving back is core to who we are. We support local charities and offer our facilities for the community’s benefit, free of charge.
Each venue supports a nominated charity for three years, helping to spread awareness and raise vital funds.
We work with local hospices and host pop-up Bereavement Cafés to support people who have lost loved ones. And many of our venues host Dementia Cafés, offering information and advice as well as free tea, coffee, biscuits and golf lessons
But we’re not just about golf; we host free chess and bridge events for members and local communities too.
St Michael’s Hospice
St. Michael’s Hospice (North Hampshire) enables anyone faced with a life-limiting illness, their families and carers, to attain the highest possible quality of life by providing a choice of specialist care and support.
St. Michael’s Hospice was established in 1991 by a committee led by former Mayor, Margaret Weston. Their mission was simple, to offer a choice and understanding of complex conditions in the dying.
Over 25 years later and caring for over 500 patients a year across the community, St. Michael’s leads the provision of the highest quality palliative care throughout North Hampshire and offers more choice than ever. The spirit, ambition and drive presented by the founding committee continue in our staff to this day and remain at the heart of all our work.
