Welcome to Prestonfield Golf Club

Welcome to Prestonfield Golf Club New Member Information Pack

www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk

Vat Registration No 2697094112 Registered in Scotland No SC15025 Web: www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk e mail: [email protected] 6 PRIESTFIELD ROAD NORTH EDINBURGH EH16 5HS TELEPHONES: SECRETARY 0131 667 9665 CLUBHOUSE 0131 667 1273 PROFESSIONAL 0131 667 8597 1 Contents Page 1. Clubhouse 3-5 1.1 Club 3 1.2 Board of Directors 3 1.3 Communication 3 1.4 Security 3 1.5 Clubhouse Hours 4 1.6 Dress Code 4 1.7 Mobile Phones 5 1.8 Lockers 5 1.9 Caddy Shed 5

2. Golf 5-6 2.1 Professional 5 2.2 Tee Booking System 5 2.3 Competitions 6 2.4 Handicaps 6 2.5 CDH 6 2.6 Greens 6 2.7 Care of the Course 6 2.8 Local rules 6

3. Member Benefits 7 3.1 Edinburgh Golf 7 3.2 Association of James Braid Clubs 7 3.3 Functions and Corporate Facilities 7

4. Communication 8-9 4.1 Twitter and Facebook 8 4.2 Website 8 4.3 Members emails 8 4.4 Course Status 8 4.5 Useful Information 9

Vat Registration No 2697094112 Registered in Scotland No SC15025 Web: www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk e mail: [email protected] 6 PRIESTFIELD ROAD NORTH EDINBURGH EH16 5HS TELEPHONES: SECRETARY 0131 667 9665 CLUBHOUSE 0131 667 1273 PROFESSIONAL 0131 667 8597 2 1 CLUBHOUSE

1.1 Club

Prestonfield Golf Club is a limited company and is made up of Captain, Vice-Captain, Lady Captain and 9 Directors. There is currently a President, Findlay Black and Vice President, Jimmy Bremner. It has a Club Secretary part-time, Admin Assistant part-time, Club Steward, Bar Manager, Director of Golf, Assistant Professional. The Club Secretary is Carol King and the Admin Assistant is Lorraine Bertram.. The office is open from 0830 to 1400 Monday to Friday. There is a telephone answering service for queries outside of these hours. It is advisable to email non urgent enquiries to [email protected] as emails are picked up regularly.

1.2 Board of Directors

Photographs of the Board of Directors (council) are displayed at the entrance hall to the main building and in section 4.5.of this document. All Directors and staff are happy to assist members with their enquiries or information regarding the club.

Current Club Directors are:

Captain Colin Grieve Vice-Captain Ian McKenna Lady Captain Freda Burt Finance Convenor Murray Prentice Greens Convenor Dave Stoddart Club Golf/Juniors Liz Taylor Social Convenor Dave Lambert Competition & Handicap Secretary Sid Noble Marketing Convenor Graeme Ballantyne Team Manager Ricky Myles House Convenor Rab Quilietti Food & Beverage Convenor Joe Pacitti

1.3 Communication

Please ensure that your personal details are kept up to date at all times under the details section in the members’ area of our website. Communications are made to the members on a fairly regular basis via email. Please let us know if you are not receiving our emails. Check our website www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk regularly for news and information. News items are posted regularly and information for members can be found on the Members Page. Sign up to Twitter and Facebook for regular updates and information.

1.4 Security

We ask all members to be vigilant when accessing the clubhouse by door entry swipe-card and to use this method at all times when gaining access to the clubhouse. Please ensure that the door closes behind you at all times. There is a door entry keypad at the locker rooms and clubhouse entrance, primarily for visitors and contractors. The code is changed on Monday of every week and visitors/guests can obtain the code from the pro shop.

Vat Registration No 2697094112 Registered in Scotland No SC15025 Web: www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk e mail: [email protected] 6 PRIESTFIELD ROAD NORTH EDINBURGH EH16 5HS TELEPHONES: SECRETARY 0131 667 9665 CLUBHOUSE 0131 667 1273 PROFESSIONAL 0131 667 8597 3 1.5 Clubhouse Hours

The clubhouse opening hours are different in summer and winter Locker rooms are open from 0600 in the summer and 0630 in the winter.

The Clubhouse will be opened at 6.00am and will be closed 30 minutes after the bar closes at the end of the day. On Sundays during the summer the Clubhouse will be closed after dark (10.00pm latest) and the bar will be closed at 8.30pm.

Summer Opening Hours Clubhouse Bar Catering Monday 06.30– 23.00 Monday 10.00 22.00 Monday 10.00 – 15.00 Tuesday 06.30 –23.00 Tuesday 10.00 22.00 Tuesday 09.30 – 17.00 Wednesday 06.30 –23.00 Wednesday 10.00 22.00 Wednesday 09.30 – 17.00 Thursday 06.30 –23.00 Thursday 10.00 22.00 Thursday 09.30 – 17.00 Friday 06.30 –23.00 Friday 10.00 23.00 Friday 09.30 - 19.00 Saturday 06.30 –23.00 Saturday 10.00 23.00 Saturday 09.30 – 17.00 Sunday 06.30 –22.00 Sunday 10.00 22.00 Sunday 09.30 – 16.00

Winter Opening Hours Clubhouse Bar Catering Monday 06.30– 17.30 Monday 10.00 17.30 Monday Closed Soup and Cold Filled Rolls Tuesday 06.30 –17.30 Tuesday 10.00 17.30 Tuesday 09.30 – 16.00 Wednesday 06.30 –17.30 Wednesday 10.00 17.30 Wednesday 09.30 – 16.00 Thursday 06.30 –17.30 Thursday 10.00 17.30 Thursday 09.30 – 16.00 Friday 06.30 –23.00 Friday 10.00 23.00 Friday 09.30 - 16.00 Saturday 06.30 –23.00 Saturday 10.00 23.00 Saturday 09.30 – 16.00 Sunday 06.30 –22.00 Sunday 10.00 22.00 Sunday 09.30 – 16.00

1.6 Dress Code

Clubhouse:

Smart casual wear, no football/rugby/motor racing colours. Jeans/denims are allowed in the clubhouse (no holes/tears).

No footwear that has been worn on the golf course i.e. golf shoes are only allowed in the designated areas i.e. locker rooms and not in the lounge/dining room.

All weather proof garments must be removed in the lounge/dining room. Golf equipment, rucksacks and hold-alls are not allowed in the lounge/dining room.

Caps or visors must not be worn in the lounge/dining room.

Course:

Smart casual wear. Golf shoes must be worn.

No blue denim jeans, non-collared t-shirts, trainers, football/rugby/motor racing colours or football/rugby style shorts.

1.7 Mobile Phones

Vat Registration No 2697094112 Registered in Scotland No SC15025 Web: www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk e mail: [email protected] 6 PRIESTFIELD ROAD NORTH EDINBURGH EH16 5HS TELEPHONES: SECRETARY 0131 667 9665 CLUBHOUSE 0131 667 1273 PROFESSIONAL 0131 667 8597 4

Mobile phones are not permitted to be used on the course, other than in an emergency. Members, their guests and visitors are allowed to use mobile phones in any area of the Clubhouse but must be considerate of other people especially in the lounge or dining room. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the clubhouse. Wi-Fi Address PRESTONFIELD WI-FI password prestonfield.

1.8 Lockers

The annual rent for lockers is currently £24 and for hold all lockers is £12. The Club Secretary will be able to advise you if any are available and if not your name will be placed on a waiting list until one becomes available.

1.9 Caddy Shed

Keys for the caddy shed are available from the Club Secretary. If you leave your trolley including powered trolleys please note that the club accepts no responsibility for any damage or loss. Please make sure that your name is on your trolley and that you hang your trolley up in a responsible manner and don’t leave it in the aisles.

2. GOLF

2.1 Professional

The club has a PGA Professional, Scott Clark who is our Director of Golf. Scott is assisted by Donald our Assistant Professional. Scott and his team provide a tee booking and starting service and can be contacted on 0131 667 8597. The pro shop provides the following services:

 Golf Lessons  Coaching Sessions  Club Hire – Gents and ladies sets from leading manufacturers including shoes if required  Trolley Hire - Pull and Electric  Club Repairs – Re-gripping, re-shafting and custom fit  A wide selection of clubs, clothing, balls, tees and much more from the leading brands on sale  A large selection of bottled water including flavoured, sparkling or still and sweets.  A price match scheme is in operation to find the best deal for your new clubs, trolley, shoes, golf balls and accessories  A 10%discount on your first purchase of PGC items of clothing.

2.2 Tee Booking System

Starting times can be booked either through the remote terminal in the clubhouse, the Professional Shop or by members log in over the internet via the members section of the website www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk/members’area .

Alternate times are available from 9am one week in advance e.g.: 8:00, 8:12 and 8:24. Every other time is then available from 9am one day in advance e.g.: 8:06, 8:18 and 8:30.

Members’, on joining, will receive a Club Disc from the Secretary which should be displayed on their golf bag at all times. These discs must be returned to the Secretary on termination of membership.

All players must report to the Pro shop to confirm their tee time before commencing play. Players should be ready to play at least 10 minutes before their scheduled tee time. All players must have their own set of golf clubs In fairness to other members and visitors, members’ are asked to cancel tee times they will not use either on-line or by telephone to the Pro shop as early as possible.

2.3 Competitions Vat Registration No 2697094112 Registered in Scotland No SC15025 Web: www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk e mail: [email protected] 6 PRIESTFIELD ROAD NORTH EDINBURGH EH16 5HS TELEPHONES: SECRETARY 0131 667 9665 CLUBHOUSE 0131 667 1273 PROFESSIONAL 0131 667 8597 5 Particulars of competitions

Please check our website www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk/members’sarea for particulars of competitions for gentlemen, ladies and juniors.

2.4 Handicaps

In order to compete in a club competition, you must have a valid and up to date handicap. Members transferring in or players who are members of other clubs but wish to designate Prestonfield as their “home” club should obtain their latest handicap certificate from their former club and post it/ or hand it to the Club Secretary with an explanatory note for the Competition and Handicap Secretary.

To obtain a new handicap, or to reinstate a lapsed handicap, three cards must be handed in. These must be clearly marked “for handicap”. All cards must be marked and signed by a member who has a valid handicap.

Members are responsible for reporting “away” scores as soon as possible, their own handicap and should be aware of their playing handicap at all times.

2.5 CDH (Central Database of Handicaps)

Prestonfield feeds golf scores into the CDH programme. Members should be aware of their CDH number (obtained from CDH Book in lounge). Please ensure you provide your CDH number when entering competitions “away” from home. This will keep your handicap up to date.

2.6 Greens

We have a Head Greenkeeper, Douglas McKenzie, Assistant Head Greenkeeper, Mark Scott, and 4 Greenkeepers, Tom Kemp, Bob McKenzie, Stephen Thomas and JP Kelly. Any comments or queries on the course or greens should be directed through our Greens Convenor, currently Dave Stoddart. We issue information about course conditions on Twitter, Facebook and the website www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk and inform members of course work via email.

In the winter, Prestonfield has a notice on the first tee advising whether preferred teeing is in operation or whether mats are optional or compulsory. Winter mats can be purchased from the Pro Shop.

2.7 Care of the Course

Guidance on this and on general etiquette is included in the Fixture List available on the website www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk . Play from medal tees is only permitted during medal play or in recognised matches or club competitions. During May, June, July and August members are allowed to play from medal tees in non-medal games.

Notices are displayed during inclement weather with regard to the use of Buggies and are at the sole discretion of the Head Greenkeeper or Greenkeeper on duty. At the weekend if no Greenkeeper is on duty then the person on duty in the Pro shop shall secede.

2.8 Local Rules

A copy of the Local Rules is available on the websitewww.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk at the Pro shop and on the back of the score card. Please make yourself familiar with these before playing.

Vat Registration No 2697094112 Registered in Scotland No SC15025 Web: www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk e mail: [email protected] 6 PRIESTFIELD ROAD NORTH EDINBURGH EH16 5HS TELEPHONES: SECRETARY 0131 667 9665 CLUBHOUSE 0131 667 1273 PROFESSIONAL 0131 667 8597 6 3. Members Benefits

Prestonfield members enjoy various benefits. Please check our website at www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk to see what is available for your membership.

3.1 Edinburgh Golf

Edinburgh Golf is a working partnership between 13 golf clubs in Edinburgh and the surrounding areas. All 13 clubs are working together to increase the value of being a member of the Edinburgh Golf partnership.. Any member of the 13 clubs can play at an exclusive discounted rate at any of the other courses. Visit www.edinburgh-golf.com and sign up for the Edinburgh Golf Newsletter which will keep you informed of on-going developments in this exciting new development. Terms and Conditions of Edinburgh reciprocal agreement Bookings are subject to availability, and must be made prior to arrival. Photographic ID and proof of membership must be presented to the starter on arrival: You must have an current official handicap certificate. Bookings can also be made through the members home club secretary - Photo ID must still be presented on arrival. Courses have the right to amend prices and availability as they wish, please confirm the price on making the booking In the event that visiting members have made a booking and cannot attend, please call and cancel the booking. Golf outings must be arranged in advance. Clubs have the right to charge full rates for golfing outings. Please arrange outings with the club. 3.2 Association of James Braid Golf Courses

Prestonfield is a Member of the association of James Braid Golf Courses and as a result members of the club have the opportunity to play other James Braid courses at an agreed discounted rate. Courses either have to have been designed by James Braid or redesigned or altered by him to be eligible to join. The advantage of being a member of the Association is that members of the clubs can play at all other member clubs for a reduced green fee, subject to tee availability. Tee times can be arranged on request. Please check our website members’ area for further information on how to book etc.

3.3 Functions and Corporate Facilities

Our catering department is led by Steven Dryburgh..

Golf club snack and meals are available seven days a week, however, in winter there is a reduced schedule for meal- times see Section 1.5 for information on availability.

The clubhouse is available for all members and their immediate families for parties, dinners and functions. We also cater for weddings, funerals and fundraising/charity events. Our dining room and bar area spilts into three sections and can be hired at a cost of £20 per section. All three sections will accommodate approx 90/100 persons.

The club also has a meeting room that is ideal for business meetings, seminars and workshops. Our packages are tailored to suit your needs and are provided with or without catering and with or without golf. Free Wi-Fi is available at the club and a TV and projector is available.

Vat Registration No 2697094112 Registered in Scotland No SC15025 Web: www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk e mail: [email protected] 6 PRIESTFIELD ROAD NORTH EDINBURGH EH16 5HS TELEPHONES: SECRETARY 0131 667 9665 CLUBHOUSE 0131 667 1273 PROFESSIONAL 0131 667 8597 7 4. COMMUNICATION

4.1Twitter and Facebook

Follow us on Twitter for course updates and up to date information. Our Twitter name is @prestonfieldgc.

Prestonfield Golf Club’s Facebook user name is Prestonfield Golf Club.

4.2 Website

Our new website address is www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk . This is where you will find all you need to know about our golf club. It includes up to date news and information on the club, the course, functions and how to book, the Pro Shop, competitions and fixtures. It has a calendar of events and shows different events by colour e.g. Gents = yellow, ladies = purple, social = pink etc.

You can access the Members Area by clicking the Members’ Area tab using your Prestonfield Golf Club unique ID and password which is given to you when you join. Get into the habit of checking the website Home Page as this is where any useful information and announcements will be posted.

Please click ‘to subscribe’ on the website www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk to receive regular news updates.

4.3 Emails

Members will be kept up to date on club matters and news items via email. You are encouraged to sign up for Gents News, Ladies News or Club News. You can sign up for all or just the items that interest yourself. It is very important that any changes in contact details are notified to the Club Secretary or through the Details tab in the Members’ Area.

4.4 Course Status

You can check the status of the course by checking the ‘course’ status tab on the website www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk Please note this information is input by the Pro Shop and only updates during the times the Pro Shop is open.

Vat Registration No 2697094112 Registered in Scotland No SC15025 Web: www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk e mail: [email protected] 6 PRIESTFIELD ROAD NORTH EDINBURGH EH16 5HS TELEPHONES: SECRETARY 0131 667 9665 CLUBHOUSE 0131 667 1273 PROFESSIONAL 0131 667 8597 8 4.5 Useful Information

ID Your Membership Number

Members’ Area Password Firs 4 Digits of Your Date of Birth e.g. ddmm

Member Contact details In Details Tab Members Area of Website

Telephone Numbers Office: 0131 667 9665

Pro Shop: 0131 667 8597

Clubhouse/Bar: 0131 667 1273

Website Address www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk

Email Addresses [email protected] Club Secretary

[email protected] Director of Golf

[email protected] Club Master

[email protected] Gents Handicap

[email protected] Ladies Handicap

Twitter @prestonfieldgc

Facebook Prestonfield Golf Club

Wi-Fi Code Prestonfield

Findlay C. Black Honorary President: List of Club Directors 2015 Jim Bremner Honorary Vice-President: Colin Grieve Captain: Ian McKenna Vice-Captain: Members of Council: Mrs Liz A Taylor Club Golf Convenor Dave Stoddart Greens Convenor Rab Quilietti House Convener Colin Grieve Joe Pacitti Food & Beverage Convenor David Lambert Social Convenor Graeme Ballantyne Marketing Convenor Sid Noble Competition & Gents Handicap Secretary Murray Prentice Finance Convenor Ricky Myles Team Manager Mrs Freda Burt Captain Of Ladies’ Section Dave Stoddart Dave Lambert Ricky Myles Neil McNaughton Junior Convenor 0131 552 5379 Secretary: Jim Halley Telephone: 0131 667 9665 Fax: 0131 777 2727 E-Mail: [email protected] Competition & Gents Handicap Secretary: Sid Noble E-Mail: [email protected] Bar Manager: Vacant Telephone: 0131 667 1273 E-Mail: [email protected] Caterer: Steven Dryburgh Telephone: 0131 667 1273 Professional / Director of Golf: Scott Clark Telephone: 0131 667 8597 E-Mail: [email protected] Head Greenkeeper: Douglas Mackenzie

Vat Registration No 2697094112 Registered in Scotland No SC15025 Web: www.prestonfieldgolf.co.uk e mail: [email protected] 6 PRIESTFIELD ROAD NORTH EDINBURGH EH16 5HS TELEPHONES: SECRETARY 0131 667 9665 CLUBHOUSE 0131 667 1273 PROFESSIONAL 0131 667 8597 9