PARKSTONE GOLF CLUB 24-27 July 2019

In Memory Celia Barquin Arozamena (1996-2018) 2018 European Ladies’ Amateur Champion

Welcome

Club The European Golf Association is grateful to England Golf and Parkstone Golf Club for hosting the 2019 European Ladies’ Amateur Championship.

Supporting the best European golfers by hosting an EGA event is a major contribution to the game of golf which all national golf associations must make as often as possible.

The EGA therefore is very much looking forward to having one of its flagship events hosted in England.

I am sure that the championship will be keenly contested in the friendliest spirit and I wish all competitors a most happy and enjoyable event.

Pierre Bechmann President, EGA

On behalf of England Golf, it is my pleasure to welcome the European Golf Association and all competitors to the European Ladies’ Amateur Championship.

We are very grateful to Parkstone Golf Club, its Captains, officials and members for agreeing to host this event. It is a fitting venue for this prestigious competition – a club with more than a hundred years of history, and a magnificent heathland course, in a beautiful setting on the South coast.

I am sure that we all look forward to watching some splendid golf, played in the best traditions of the game, and to congratulating the worthy winner at the end of the week.

Jenny Clink President, England Golf

Welcome

On behalf of the members of Parkstone Golf Club, I am delighted to welcome the European Golf Association, England Golf, competitors, their supporters, and spectators to the 2019 Ladies European Amateur Championships.

We are thrilled that such a prestigious amateur event will be played here at Parkstone. The course is a seaside heathland course with its fairways lined with the delights of pine and heather, affording some magnificent views across Poole Harbour, Brownsea Island and the Purbecks.

The course has been, superbly prepared by Grant Peters, our Course Manager and his team. I am sure you will all enjoy the unique warmth of welcome and experience that Parkstone provides. Let’s hope that the golf and the weather give us a week to remember.

Val Ford Ladies Captain Parkstone Golf Club

Venue – Parkstone Golf Club

The History of Parkstone Golf Club dates back to 1909 with the first Lord Wimborne, Ivor Bertie Guest, founding the course in an area of 100 acres within his estate of the Luscombe Valley. Willie Park Jnr, two times Open Champion was the architect.

A group of local business men bought the course in 1927 and a further 63 acres of land was purchased. James Braid, five times Open Champion designed the present 8 to 11th holes on this land, as well as altering several other holes.

Reg Whitcombe was appointed by the Board as Professional from 1928 to the time of his death in 1956. In 1938 he won the Open Championship at Royal St George’s Sandwich. From 1957 to 1970 Peter Alliss (the voice of golf) succeeded him, making 8 Ryder Cup appearances between 1953 – ‘69 and winning 23 major professional events.

One of our members, Bill Shankland, was a remarkable sportsman. He joined Parkstone in 1973 and, aged 91 died in 1998. He played Rugby Union and League for Australia, boxed and swam representing Australia, was 3rd in the Open Golf Championship at St Andrew’s in 1939 and 3rd in the Open Championship at Hoylake in 1947.

Six of our lady members have achieved international amateur fame:

- EMS Arkell - Ladies Swiss open champion 1933;

- Phyllis Wade - English Ladies champion 1935 and played in the Curtis Cup 1936. Barbara Dixon won the English Ladies Championship in 1969.

- Maureen Garrett - French Ladies Open Champion 1946, Curtis Cup player in 1948, Captain Curtis Cup 1960, English Home Internationals 1947, ‘48, ‘50, ‘53, Captain of England 1959, ‘60, ’63, President LGU 1982-84, Bobby Jones Award by the USGA for Distinguished Sportsmanship in Golf 1983.

- Jane Sugden - English Home Internationals 1953, ‘54, ‘55, England v Canada and New Zealand 1953.

- Jeanne Bisgood (1939 to present day, and daughter of our former President, Bertram Bisgood) - English Ladies Champion 1951, ‘53, ‘57, Swedish Champion ‘52, German Champion ’53, Italian Champion ’53 Portuguese Champion ’54 Norwegian Champion ’55, Curtis Cup 1950 ’52 ‘54, Captain Curtis Cup 1970, England Home International 1949 ’50, ’51, ’52, ’53, ’54, ’56, ’58. She was Parkstone Golf Club’s first Lady President (2000 to ’03).

- Georgia Hall - A Junior Member at Parkstone she has subsequently achieved worldwide recognition. As well being a Flag Bearer for Team GB, she won 2 Gold Medals at the Youth Olympics Festival in Australia in 2013. She was a member of the Junior Solheim Cup 2013 and Curtis Cup 2014 teams, and became British

- Girls’ Amateur Champion in 2012 and British Ladies Amateur Champion the following year. After turning Professional victory at the Oates Victoria Open on the Australian LPG Tour in 2016, was followed in 2018 by her triumph in the RICOH Women’s British Open Championship at Royal Lytham and St Anne’s. She was elected an Honorary Member of Parkstone in 2015.

Past Winners

Championship Programme

The Championship shall be played by 72 holes of stroke play over four days, 18 holes being played on each day. After 54 holes, the leading 60 competitors and all those tying for 60th place shall play a further 18 holes on the final day.

The winner shall be the competitor who returns the lowest score over 72 holes. In the event of a tie, there will be a 3-hole play-off over holes determined by the Championship Committee.

Monday 22 July Official Practice Day 09:00 – 15:00

Tuesday 23 July Official Practice Day 08:00 – 14:30

19:30 -Opening Ceremony & Players Welcome BBQ

Wednesday 24 July Round 1 07:30 – 15:50

Thursday 25 July Round 2 07:30 – 15:50

Friday 26 July Round 3 07:30 – 15:50

Saturday 27 July Round 4 - Top 60 and ties First tee time 07:30

Closing Ceremony will take place approximately 30 minutes after conclusion of play.

Honorary Committee EGA Executive Committee Jan Hubrecht England Golf President Jenny Clink Lady Club Captain, Parkstone Golf Club Val Ford

Championship Committee EGA Championship Committee Geraldine Henry James Crampton EGA Events & Communication Officer Josh Parkyn England Golf, Championship Director James Crampton

Championship Administrator Frankie Cooke

Players Information

Entries - All entries and payments must be made via the EGA website: http://www.ega- golf.ch > Welcome > Entry Forms. The entry deadline is Wednesday 12 June; no later than 17:00 (CET).

The Course will measure 6175 yards (5645m), Par 72 but may be subject to change:

Registration – Competitors are required to register in person at Parkstone Golf Club no later than 12:00 on Tuesday 23 July. Failure to do so may lead to withdrawal from the Championship

Catering will be available throughout the Championship for competitors and officials. Food will be available from 1hr prior to the start of play until the last group finish.

All catering will be at the individuals own expense. A catering account may be set up for players travelling as a team. Please arrange directly with catering staff. Accounts must be settled prior to departure.

Catering facilities shall also be available for spectators in the Clubhouse.

BBQ – A Welcome BBQ will take place on Tuesday 23 July at 19:30. The cost of the BBQ is £15 per person. Please complete the form at the end of this information. Players/officials and guests are encouraged to attend and support this event.

Caddies - As per the EGA Conditions of Competition, a competitor is prohibited from having a professional golfer act as a caddie during any round.

Opening Hours

Championship Office Monday & Tuesday 07:00 – 20:00 Wednesday – Friday 06:00 – 20:00 Saturday 06:30 – 18:00

Practice Ground Monday 08:00 – 19:00 Tuesday 07:00 – 19:00 Wednesday – Friday 06:15 – 19:00 Saturday 06:15 – 14:00

Players Information

Trolleys & Yardage Books – trolleys are available for hire at a cost of £20 for the week payable upon registration. Yardage books created for the Championship shall be available upon registration at a cost of £12 and shall be available in meters or yards.

Please complete the form at the end of this information and return to: [email protected] by Friday 5 July.

Practice Rounds & Facilities – Practice rounds are available between on Monday 22 July and Tuesday 23 July. Practice rounds may be booked either in person at the Players Registration Area or in advance by contacting England Golf by the contact details below up to Friday 19 July.

Additional practice rounds may be booked with Parkstone Golf Club direct at a discounted rate of £35. Please note weekend practice rounds are not available.

Practice balls shall be provided to all competitors throughout the Championship.

Dress Code – Smart casual dress and shoes are permitted in the Clubhouse. No spikes are permitted in Bars/Lounges or the Dining Room.

Lockers and Club storage – A limited number of lockers are available upon request. Overnight storage facilities are available on request.

Medical Services – Should medical assistance be required please report to the Championship Office.

Internet – Free wi-fi access is available with the clubhouse.

Press/Media Office – Please notify England Golf should you have press attend the event.

Official Championship Website & Live Scoring – Live scoring will be available through the duration of the event at: www.ega-golf.ch/event/2019-european-ladies- amateur-championship or www.englandgolf.org.

Contact Details

Parkstone Golf Club | Links Road | Poole | Dorset BH14 9QS t: +44(0)1202 707 138 | [email protected] www.parkstonegolfclub.com

Airports – The nearest airport is Bournemouth, which is approx. 10miles/16km. Southampton Airport is approx. 37miles/59km. Alternatively Heathrow Airport is 97 miles/156km.

Taxis – Local companies to Parkstone Golf Club:

Liberty Cars 01202 701010 07792 674482

Platinum Taxi 01202 888777

Ariel Taxis 01202 747333

Liability – Neither the Club, England Golf or the European Golf Association can be held responsible for the loss of or damage to, equipment or personal possessions.

On behalf of England Golf and the European Golf Association I wish you a most enjoyable and successful Championship.

James Crampton Director of Championships, England Golf

Hotel Accommodation

Competitors are required to find their own accommodation. There are numerous hotels in the local area:

Airbnb Home Away https://www.airbnb.co.uk https://www.homeaway.co.uk/

Tourist Information / Bed and Breakfasts https://www.bournemouth.co.uk

Premier Inn East Cliff Premier Inn Bournemouth Bournemouth Westbourne Tel: 08716220703 Tel: 08715278128 http://www.premierinn.com https://www.premierinn.com Distance: 4 miles Distance: 3 miles Prices from £57 per night Prices from £72 per night

Premier Inn Bournemouth Central Premier Inn Holes Bay, Poole Tel: 08715278124 Tel: 08715268892 http://www.premierinn.com http:/www.premierinn.com Distance: 4 miles Distance:4 miles Prices from £94 per night Prices from £99 per night. Free Parking

Travelodge Seafront Holiday Inn Express Bournemouth Poole Tel: 08719846431 Tel: 01202 649222 https://www.travelodge.co.uk https://www.ihg.com Distance: 4 miles Distance: 3 miles Prices from £49 per night Prices from £108

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott The Connaught Hotel Hotel Bournemouth Bournemouth Tel: 0800393130 Tel: 01202 557702 https://www.bestwestern.co.uk https://www.marriott.co.uk Distance: 4 miles Distance: 4 Miles Prices from £107 per night. Free Price from £136 per night Parking

Harbour Heights Hotel Hilton Hotel Poole Bournemouth Tel: 0800 484 0048 Tel: 01202 804775 https://www.fjbhotels.co.uk http://www.hilton.com Distance: 2 miles Distance:4 Miles Price from £166 per night Prices from £156 per night

Booking Form

Name of competitor or federation – please complete in block capitals

Name:

BBQ

Tuesday 23 July- Trolleys Yardage Books

19:30pm

Cost £15 per person £20 per trolley £12 per book

Number Required

YARDS / METERS (please specify)

Total £

Credit/Debit Card Visa: Maestro: Issue No. Security Code: Details MasterCard Credit: (Please Tick)

Start Date: / Expiry Date: / Card No.

Name & Initials on Card:

Total (£)

Please return form by no later than Friday 5 July 2019