Verulam Golf Club Official Corporate Brochure 2014 - 2015

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Welcome ....................................................................5about the course ......................................................7history .......................................................................9Ryder cup ...............................................................10course Tour .............................................................13Pro Shop ..................................................................19Tuition ......................................................................21Practice facilities ....................................................23Members’ Golf .........................................................24Becoming a Member ...............................................31Benefits of Membership ..........................................33Visitors .....................................................................35Societies ..................................................................36corporate Opportunities ..........................................37functions .................................................................39Weddings ................................................................41Open competitions .................................................45The clubhouse ........................................................47fine Dining ..............................................................49how to find us & contact us ..................................50

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Welcome

it is a haven for club golfers, providing a challenging golf course and regular competitions for ladies, gentlemen and juniors, either as members or as visitors to the club.

Verulam also boasts a good social environment, with a comfortable clubhouse, recently enlarged and refurbished.

The club has its own place in golfing folklore as the man who brought us the Ryder cup learnt his golf

here. Sam Ryder was a member at Verulam and club captain on three occasions.

in 1926 Ryder presented a cup to promote matches between the united States of america and Great Britain and his brainchild, the Ryder cup, has since turned into one of the world’s biggest sporting events.

The club has been progressive ever since its inception in 1905, with developments continually being made to the club complex to expand and improve the facilities for both members and visitors.

We provide all of the facilities that a golfer would expect at a well-established club. The Pro Shop stocks a full range of equipment and clothing while expert tuition and extensive practice areas offer the opportunity to work on your game and lower your handicap.

We welcome your visit and work hard to ensure we provide outstanding service, so come and see what makes us special.

Verulam also boasts a good social environment, with a comfortable clubhouse, recently enlarged and refurbished.

Nestling close to the centre of St Albans and surrounded by woodland, a lake and the River Ver is Verulam Golf Club.

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About the Course

Our course presents an excellent and interesting test of golf, offering a tough challenge even to the experienced golfer – as evidenced by the amateur and Professional course records of 67 and 65 respectively.

The course measures 6,429 yards (par 72) from the white tees. in summer the ball really does run, although the best scores result from being straight and having a good short game rather than through long hitting that doesn’t follow the fairway.

The par-4 4th is the toughest hole on the card for good reason. at 398 yards even off the yellow tees,

it requires a long well placed drive, with an accurate approach shot to be hit blind over the brow of a hill.

The River Ver comes into play on a number of holes with a range of well-placed banks, mounds and more than adequate bunkering making shot accuracy a premium throughout the course.

Our signature hole is the challenging 14th played with water down the right and trees on the left requiring accuracy from the tee. The approach to the green requires you to negotiate two well placed bunkers and then once the green is reached the view from the top of the hill is spectacular framing

the St albans abbey on the skyline.

We take great pride in both the year-round condition of our course and in the pace and subtlety of our greens, arguably amongst the finest in hertfordshire.

Due to its excellent draining characteristics, the course is rarely closed in winter and temporary greens are virtually unheard of.

Our signature hole is the challenging 14th played with water down the right and trees on the left requiring accuracy from the tee.

Verulam is a mature course renowned for its small, fast and undulating greens. The course is tight and sets a premium on accuracy and shot control. Out of bounds is a danger at many holes and there are numerous other hazards to negotiate.

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History

With only 130 acres of land and rolling features to work with, he produced a course to challenge even the professionals of today.

in 1911, Samuel Ryder was appointed club captain for the first time (he would hold the office twice more in the 1920s). Ryder was determined to bring professional tournaments to the club and his efforts ensured the early survival of Verulam, as well as the development of golf across the globe.

Other famous golfers to have played the course include the other members of the Great Triumvirate,

John henry Taylor and harry Vardon, while abe Mitchell, henry cotton and alex herd also had the pleasure of playing our magnificent course.

The course has remained in its original layout but over the years has been updated with the installation of an irrigation system, building of new tees and recently a refurbishment of the bunkers to meet present day playing standards.

in the mid 1980s, 5,500 saplings were planted to balance the felling of several trees in an extensive woodland management programme. Since being

planted, the saplings have grown significantly, adding variety and life to the woods lining the fairways which combined with the annual Tree fund planting programme creates a woodland scene of varied colours all the year round.

Many things have changed since that time but the course still provides as stern a challenge now as it did in those pioneering days at the start of the 20th century.

in 1911, Samuel Ryder was appointed club captain for the first time (he would hold the office twice more in the 1920s).

Founded in 1905, Verulam Golf Club was originally designed as a 9-hole course by civil engineer, Ernest Phillips. Six years later James Braid, a member of the Great Triumvirate, designed and extended the course to 18 holes on land leased from the Earl of Verulam.

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Ryder Cup

Samuel Ryder, founder of the Ryder cup, was born in Preston, lancashire on 24th March, 1858. Early in the 20th century he was ordered by the doctors to abandon the game of cricket due to a breakdown in health, with golf the beneficiary.

he took up the sport and it soon became his driving passion. he joined Verulam Golf club in 1909 and

only two years later, having proved his ability as a player, he was appointed captain of Verulam Golf club.

he was both impressed and concerned about the american professionals who were pillaging the British tournaments, so he set out to improve the standard of the English game.

he paid for golfers to travel to tournaments and hired abe Mitchell as his personal professional, largely to free him to play full-time.

it was in 1926 when a group of americans were here for the British Open that they played an unofficial match against a British team, with the British team coming away victorious.

There was a party after the match and Sam Ryder agreed to put up a trophy for an annual match, subsequently changed to biannual. The trophy, which is solid gold, was made by Mappin and Webb with a figure on top that is, allegedly, abe Mitchell.

he joined Verulam Golf club in 1909 and only two years later, having proved his ability as a player, he was appointed captain of Verulam Golf club.

Verulam is a golf club steeped in history. However, one piece of history singles out Verulam in golfing folklore - it is the home of the Ryder Cup.


in 1927, the trophy made its first appearance at the inaugural Ryder cup match held in america, with the united States team coming away victorious.

Over 80 years after the initial match, teams from both america and now Europe still do battle every other year and the Ryder cup is one of the biggest audience participation events worldwide, with huge TV and commercial sponsorship.

Today, Verulam Golf club still honours Sam Ryder. a replica of the Ryder cup trophy is played for annually, following the same format as the illustrious

tournament, while a putter owned by Sam Ryder which was made by George Brews, a club maker at Royal Blackheath, is on display in the clubhouse and the present day captain sits in the captain’s chair that Sam Ryder presented to the club.

While Sam Ryder’s impact on Verulam Golf club and golf worldwide is immeasurable, his impact on the city of St albans is also considerable.

after being elected to the town council in 1903, he continued to increase his political influence,

being elected mayor in 1905 and surprising fellow councillors with an uncomplimentary assessment of the council’s achievements.

he remained a councillor until 1916 and the rest, as they say, is history!


Course Tour

hole 1 361 yards, par 4a generous fairway combined with one of the flattest greens on the course. Wherever your drive finishes, you face out of bounds a few yards from the left of the green and a strategically placed bunker feet from the right hand side of the green.

hole 2 343 yards, par 4One of the most demanding holes at Verulam. a bunker encroaching on the right hand side of the fairway and out of bounds running the full length of the hole on the left makes the tee shot tricky. The

green sits only feet from the out of bounds and a bunker guards the front right approach.

hole 3, 311 yards, par 4Driveable for the bigger hitter. Select a line that allows a clear second shot to the severely away-sloping green. approach shots will often have to land short and run on.

hole 4, 413 yards, par 4The hardest hole on the course, it is one of the few drives with room on both the left and right of

the fairway. approach shots will be blind until you reach the top of the hill. Trust the marker behind the green it is well placed.

hole 5, 375 yards, par 4a tough left-to-right dog-leg. Enough club must be taken off the tee to reach the corner and avoid the trees. Big hitters may try to hit over the corner but beware the out of bounds beyond the fairway. The

The green sits only feet from the out of bounds and a bunker guards the front right.

If you have never played at Verulam Golf Club before you are in for a treat. Make the most of your trip by learning about some of the pitfalls that lie in wait and how to avoid them as you follow our hole-by-hole tour.


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green is lowered with a bunker to the right, out of bounds close to the left and a tier running subtly through the centre of the green.

hole 6, 322 yards, par 4a short right-to-left dog-leg with out of bounds on the left side of the hole. The green is raised and slopes from back to front, with a deep bunker to the right. any shot played past the flag is a tactical mistake on this fast and sloping green.

hole 7, 433 yards, par 4a long, demanding uphill hole that will require two long and accurate shots to reach the green. high handicappers may need three shots to find the

putting surface. No danger on the fairway but a sloping green with bunkers protecting the right and left sides of the green adds difficulty.

hole 8, 180 yards, par 3club selection is the first problem as the wind direction is difficult to assess. The green slopes sharply from back left to front right with two bunkers guarding the right and left approaches. The green is difficult to hit and does not concede two putts easily.

hole 9, 542 yards, par 5The drive must be straight and any lay-up shot requires thought so as to avoid the cross bunker

and other trouble lying 80 yards from the green. Yet another well-bunkered green with severe slopes finishes the front nine.

hole 10 194 yards, par 3The second demanding par three. club selection is complicated by avoiding the subtle hollow in front of a visible green. Out of bounds runs the full length of the right side and the left hand side of the green is guarded by a visible bunker from the tee.

hole 11 534 yards, par 5Out of bounds for the full-length on the right hand side of the hole and five visible fairway bunkers await a drive hit too far left or an off line second

concealed bunkers are to be avoided with a lay-up and your approach to the green will often be blind.


shot. The green is visible from the top of the hill and is protected by bunkers on the left and right but invariably the approach to the green will often be blind.

hole 12 338 yards, par 4a demanding hole with out of bounds on the right towards water. You will not see the finish of a well-struck drive as the fairway slopes away towards the green which is protected by an approach fairway bunker and three greenside bunkers right and left. The green slopes away front to back.

hole 13, 372 yards, par 4Out of bounds and water on the right and a well in

range bunker on the left towards the practice area. further bunkers are placed on the right and left of the green entrance and the River Ver lies only feet from the right hand side of the green.

hole 14, 348 yards, par 4The signature hole and a truly great test of golf. Trees on the left and the River Ver on the right will collect any poorly struck shot from the tee. a ridge crosses the fairway 100 yards from the raised green that is protected by two bunkers on the left and right hand approach. The putting surface cannot be seen from the fairway and its subtle borrows make putts difficult to read.

hole 15, 369 yards, par 4a demanding and intimidating tee shot for many golfers. The facing embankment, the trees, the wind, the carry, all conspire against you and you will not see your shot finish. The fairway slopes right and left from a highpoint and the green is severely undulating right to left with undulating mounds defending the left hand side of the green.

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Course Tour Continued...

hole 16, 293 yards, par 4a short par four but a wolf in sheep’s clothing. an off-line tee shot will rarely leave a shot to the green. The approach often plays longer than it appears while there is the chance for longer hitters to go for the green, although the risk is high with a narrowing fairway and deep bunkers waiting.

hole 17, 127 yards, par 3The road hole that deceives and golfers must be careful in judging the wind here. Ensure you carry the out of bounds and hedge but expect no pity from the green as its severe slopes will not give away two putts easily.

hole 18, 574 yards, par 5Three good shots are required to reach the green in regulation. Out of bounds awaits down the full length of the hole on the left and an array of nine carefully sited bunkers on the left and right of the fairway are to be contended with before approaching a sloping green guarded by bunkers on the left and right approaches. Shots must be positioned carefully to avoid disaster.

The approach often plays longer than it appears while there is the chance for longer hitters to go for the green, although the risk is high with a narrowing fairway and deep bunkers waiting.

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Pro Shop

Our PGa Professional Joel Saunders can provide all the expert advice you need to make sure your buying decisions are sound ones.

The Professional Shop stocks all the leading brands in golf equipment including callaway, Ping and Titleist. look the part on the course with a vast selection of fashionable clothing from the likes of footjoy, iJP Designs, Oakley and Glenbrae, with a wide range of accessories and gift ware always available.

We also offer an excellent custom-fitting service on our state of the art Gc2 launch monitor on request that gives you that added confidence that the equipment you are using is perfectly suited to your individual swing characteristics.

We also offer a ‘try before you buy’ service to ensure we meet our aim of complete customer satisfaction. The Pro Shop is also open to non-members, so feel free to pop in anytime and take advantage of the frequent price reductions and special offers.

The shop is open seven days a week from 8am and for more information or to speak to Joel Saunders PGa Professional call 01727 861401.

We also offer a “try before you buy” service to ensure we meet our aim of complete customer satisfaction.

Verulam Golf Club’s Pro Shop is the place to go to take care of all your golfing needs. We are stockists of the leading manufacturers of equipment, aim to offer competitive prices and, unlike the internet, an expert will always be on hand to give you the advice and information you require to make sound buying decisions.

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Tuition

What chance, then, does the casual player who has so many other demands on his or her time have?

it may not be possible to break par on a regular basis but professional tuition, combined with dedication and practice, can lead to a significant improvement in performance.

With a greater understanding of your strengths and weaknesses you can better assess how to realise your own potential and enjoy the personal

satisfaction that comes from its achievement. Goal-setting in golf, as in life, can be richly rewarding.

Our professional staff are available seven days a week for individual or group lessons for all ages and abilities.

We offer simple, easy-to-understand instruction, tailored to the individual player’s needs, with video available if required. We deliver top advice on technique and course management to players of all standards.

at Verulam we are keen to encourage younger players to take up the game and a tailored package of lessons is available from the PGa Professional. The instruction teaches youngsters all aspects of the game; chipping, pitching and putting, driving, iron shots plus course etiquette.

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Our professional staff are available seven days a week for individual or group lessons for all ages and abilities.

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Practice Facilities

here, Verulam scores highly for the conscientious golfer looking to maximise their potential and lower their handicap to become the best they can possibly be.

The club’s practice facilities are open to anyone who has paid a green fee. for those wishing to work on their short game, there is a large putting green in front of the clubhouse that has been specially prepared to complement the subtle borrows of the greens on the course.

a chipping area and practice bunker are also available adjacent to the clubhouse and the 18th green, for golfers looking to perfect those round-saving strokes or up-and-downs.

for those who find time is at a premium, there are two practice nets situated yards from the first tee that afford the opportunity to get loose before beginning a round.

The long game is not overlooked, either, with a newly landscaped large practice range situated between the 11th, 12th and 13th fairways. There are designated areas for long hitting iron shots and approach play, offering the chance to use the full range of irons. Two driving bays situated at the bottom of the practice range offer all weather practice facilities and the chance to hit those drives.

There are designated areas for long hitting iron shots and approach play, offering the chance to use the full range of irons.

Excellent instruction is nothing without the facilities to put those newly-learnt skills into action, working on them until they become second nature.


Members’ Golf

There is always something to suit your handicap, age and golfing desire at Verulam Golf club and you will certainly not be short of playing opportunities.

MenThe men’s section at Verulam Golf club is strong on competitive golf both within the club and with other golf clubs and leagues. The scratch team represents Verulam Golf club in league matches and other players take part in fixtures including the herts champion club, the herts inter-club foursomes and in the london amateur foursomes.

When there is no competition being played there is a roll-up on Saturday morning from 8am when golfers get together for a game. This provides an

ideal way for new members to meet other players and to quickly become integrated into the club.

The men within the handicap range of 9-20 also get an opportunity to play for our foxes side, with ten home and ten away matches each year. They usually contain 12 players per side and are followed by a two-course dinner, making foxes’ matches a very social experience.

There is also the Senators side offering the opportunity to play in competitive matches against

The ladies section at Verulam has a full range of playing abilities catering for all standard of golfers.

Members at Verulam Golf Club enjoy a full programme of golf throughout the year. There are fixtures against other clubs, together with much competition to be enjoyed alongside fellow members, some for silverware and some of a more social nature.


other clubs on a home and away basis and enjoy a meal afterwards in sociable surroundings.

Every Tuesday and Thursday members meet in the clubhouse from 8am for an individual Stableford competition off full club handicap. Groups of four also play a better-ball matchplay competition in the winter thus offering a great way to meet and play with new people.

ladiesThe ladies section at Verulam has a full range of playing abilities catering for all standard of golfers.

We have a busy calendar with medals, Stablefords and trophy competitions played throughout the year, as well as ample opportunity for social golf.

Our ladies’ Day is every Wednesday morning and the ladies in our weekend section have reserved tee times most weekends.

The county’s premier competitions are well supported, with teams entered in the Pearson Trophy and league competitions.

We also play a number of friendly matches against other clubs on a home and away basis both mid-week and at the weekend.

These matches are very sociable occasions, with the chance to socialise and catch up with old friends as eagerly anticipated as the opportunity to play golf itself.

Whether you are a member or not, if you are looking to improve and learn more advanced golfing techniques we also offer the opportunity to join the ladies academy.

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With advanced and beginners’ sessions on Saturdays covering posture, balance, power, swing, chipping, putting and bunker play, Verulam Professionals are always able to help you get the most out of your game.

ladies will find Verulam the ideal place to play and improve their golf, with a warm welcome awaiting new members.

Juniorsat Verulam Golf club we welcome juniors of all ages and standards to come and have a fun, safe and positive experience when playing golf.

We currently have 50 junior members aged 7 to 17 with the opportunity to compete in regular weekly competitions and inter-club matches.

from beginner’s coaching, juniors’ progress to play the course from Blue Tees and then to handicaps from the Red, Yellow and White Tees.

There are monthly trophy, medal and stableford competitions from april through to October, while an annual junior club championship and singles matchplay also allow juniors the chance to play competitive golf.

We also enter a team into both the lexus league, with club teams playing fourball betterball matchplay and the Ver league, with clubs playing knockout singles matchplay.

Our Junior academy also gives juniors the chance to partake in a programme taught by our Verulam PGa Professionals with the aim of learning the game of golf by enjoying it.

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Becoming a Member

There are a number of membership opportunities available which we hope will appeal to just about everybody, whatever their commitments and lifestyle.

Our most popular membership is the full seven-day option but six-day membership is available, while there are discounted subscription rates for the intermediate age group, those living away from the area (long Distance) or abroad (international).

We do everything we can to encourage young players to take up and maintain their passion for

the game and attractive rates are offered to juniors aged under 17 and students.

in fact, golfers up to the age of 29 can benefit with our attractively-priced intermediate membership split into four tiers.

You do not have to play golf to be a member at Verulam Golf club; a social membership is available for those non-golfers wishing to make use of our excellent clubhouse facilities.

The current annual fees can be viewed on our website, www.verulamgolf.co.uk, from where it is also possible to download a Membership Proposal form.

You will be assured a warm welcome so please don’t hesitate to contact us by telephoning on 01727 853327 Option 5 or email [email protected]

You do not have to play golf to be a member at Verulam Golf club; a social membership is available.

Verulam Golf Club represents fantastic value for money through a variety of membership categories that suit all ages and standards.

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Benefits of Membership

There are, however, many other compelling reasons why joining us represents an excellent choice:

• Thecourseisasterntestofgolfwithoutstanding golf holes situated in rural surroundings.• The golf course designed by James Braid is steeped in history, having been the birthplace of the Ryder cup• Qualified, experienced and visionary Course Manager

• Opportunities to play matches at no extra charge• Socialeventsthroughouttheyear• Well-stocked Professional Shop with helpful teaching staff• Trolleyincludingelectrichire• Friendly bar with long opening hours during peak times, reliably staffed• TraditionalSundaylunches• Traditional-styleclubhousewithrestaurantand bar

• Finepracticefacilities• ThebestdrainageinHertfordshireand benefiting from a newly installed irrigation system, bunker and course work, so course closure is a rarity.• Amembershipcardthatprovidesamember’s 15% discount on bar and snack purchases• Officialhandicap• Excellent recently refurbished locker room, changing facilities and showers with towels provided

friendly bar with long opening hours during peak times, reliably staffed.

The opportunity to play Verulam Golf Club’s fine course every day and meet friendly and like-minded golfers who share your passion should be reason enough to persuade you to become a member of our club.

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Visitors

You will find the course provides an interesting challenge for golfers of all abilities and, although handicap certificates are not mandatory, we do prefer golfers to be of a sufficient standard for them to be able to enjoy their round and for them not to inconvenience other players when out on the course.

The well-stocked Professional Shop will allow you to purchase consumables and to browse the wide range of golf equipment and clothing.

The professional teaching staff can arrange for one-on-one tuition should you wish to brush up your skills before play, while golf trolleys including electric are also available for hire.

after the game, head to the clubhouse where you can relax with companions in the comfortable lounge or the patio area, where you can view the stunning course as players negotiate the treacherous 18th hole.

Details of our visitor green fee rates and special offers can be found on our website, www.verulamgolf.co.uk

and while there, please take a moment to read our rules on dress regulations to ensure your visit runs as smoothly as possible.

There is a Dress code which is advised to all visitors and this requires a standard of smart casual dress in all areas of the clubhouse at all times. Visitors are asked to change from golfing attire before entering the clubhouse and lounge facilities.

full details can be found on the website www verulamgolf.co.uk

The well-stocked Professional Shop will allow you to purchase consumables and to browse the wide range of golf equipment and clothing.

Visitors are always welcome at Verulam, where we endeavour to provide a warm welcome and a day out to remember.


Societies

We can provide everything you need to make sure your day is a success, including nearest the pin, longest drive and nearest the line markers. if you are looking for some stylish prizes, then look no further than our well-stocked Professionals Shop.

We offer numerous packages, for golfing societies numbering from the smallest number to groups of 100 or more. These range from the popular standard package of coffee and bacon roll, 18 holes and a light (but filling) lunch, to the deluxe,

top-of-the-range option that amounts to a dream day out for anyone who loves the game of golf.

Our Premier package offers coffee and bacon roll on arrival, 18 holes of golf, light lunch, a second round of 18 holes and a three-course dinner. all prices are competitive and offer value for money.

Should you require any further information, please call our office and speak to our management team on 01727 853327 Option 4 or

email [email protected]

additionally, we would be delighted to make arrangements with you to show you our facilities. Make a visit to our website at www verulamgolf.co.uk where you will be able to take an online tour of the inside and outside of Verulam Golf club via our website homepage. This will give you a preview before you arrive.

We offer numerous packages, for golfing societies numbering from the smallest number to groups of 100 or more.

Golf societies are always assured of a warm welcome at Verulam Golf Club. We pride ourselves on the care and attention we give to ensure your day runs smoothly. Nothing is too much trouble and we would be delighted to help you build your own itinerary to create a golf day agenda unique to your group.


Corporate Opportunities

We can work with you to organise your day or take everything off your hands and arrange the day on your behalf. Either way we will tailor the day to your specific requirements.

arranging for your clients to play an enjoyable round of golf is just the start. add customised golf ball or equipment, fun competitions, evening entertainment, excellent facilities and splendid food… and the day starts to take shape.

The clubhouse has excellent facilities for conferences, seminars, training courses and business meetings and is available for hire with or without the use of the golf course facilities.

Private meeting rooms can be arranged in many different formats, ranging from 24 people sat around a single table in a boardroom configuration to more than 150 people seated in a conference room format for more formal presentations.

Projection screens and flipcharts are available while photocopying and printing can also be provided.

You can be assured of a warm welcome and a thoroughly enjoyable experience so please give our office a call on 01727 853327 option 4 to discuss your requirements.

Every corporate golf day or event is different. At Verulam Golf Club we are prepared to go the extra mile to provide our corporate clients and their guests with all they need for a day to remember.


Functions

The Ryder Room at Verulam has a wide range of menus and packages to suit all events and budgets, from a family Sunday lunch celebration to an á la carte meal or carved buffet.

The entertainment, flowers and cake can all be arranged if required, so all organisers have to do is provide the details and turn up to enjoy the party.

David White, the club’s resident chef, is able to offer variations on the dishes shown on the menu and will happily accommodate special dietary requirements.

Room hire varies according to numbers, with two exclusive dining-rooms complete with dividers to vary the room-size, allowing up to 120 people to be accommodated.

a dance floor is also available and we can make recommendations regarding entertainment to make sure you round off the day in style.

in our bar the house Manager is always keen to ensure we are well stocked with exciting wines and beers that are competitively priced.

Whatever the nature or size of your event, you can rely on the skill, enthusiasm and dedication of our experienced team to ensure your event runs smoothly.

for more information on choosing Verulam to host your special day, call our office and speak to a member of our management team on 01727 853327 option 4.

a dance floor is also available and we can make recommendations regarding entertainment to make sure you round off the day in style.

Are you planning a special celebration such as a birthday or anniversary party or charity dinner dance?


Weddings

from the initial enquiry right through to final goodbyes on the wedding day, the knowledgeable and professional team at Verulam are there to guide you through what sometimes seems like a maze of decisions, ensuring that the day is seamless perfection.

Deciding to make a lifelong commitment is probably the biggest decision a couple could make – choosing Verulam Golf club could be one of the best.

The venue really does provide the perfect setting for a truly memorable day – a traditional clubhouse and patio with beautiful views of our golf course creating the perfect backdrop.

Outside, that wonderful scenery will help your photographer create a wedding album to be treasured.

another reason for choosing Verulam is the expertise of David White, the club’s resident chef.

David and his team can prepare whatever you desire, from a three-course á la carte style meal to a sumptuous fork buffet.

Verulam caters for large parties, for evening receptions and up to 120 people for a sit-down meal. a dance floor is also available and we can make recommendations regarding entertainment to make sure you round off the day in style.

Outside, that wonderful scenery will help your photographer create a wedding album to be treasured.

A wedding day is one of those unforgettable events that it is worth celebrating in style, so why not share the occasion with family and friends in the beautiful golf course surroundings of Verulam Golf Club and the traditional clubhouse. The romantic setting, friendly professional staff and superb cuisine offer the perfect venue, turning dreams of your day into reality.

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Yours will be the only wedding reception that we cater for on the day, so you will be assured of our full and best attention at all times.

We cater equally impressively for evening receptions, with the fare being just as tasty and the choice available within our hot and cold buffet menus just as wide.

Overnight accommodation in a honeymoon suite is available at a number of local hotels with our helpful management team always available to give you advice on what best suits your special day.

The catering on offer at Verulam is second to none and will ensure your guests leave satisfied and remember the occasion for all the right reasons.

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Open Competitions

One of the ways in which we can do this is by staging a number of Open competitions spread throughout the season aimed at golfers from all walks of life and all abilities.

The season usually includes a ladies’ Open with mixed golf throughout the season and there is an annual Mixed Open, an afternoon 18 hole pairs competition.

One of the highlights of the golfing season arrives in mid-September with our Samuel Ryder Trophy. in tribute to the founder of the modern day Ryder cup, we continue to hold a competition reproducing the original event. This 36-hole medal scratch competition sees foursomes in the morning followed by fourballs in the afternoon. The captain holds his Open Day charity event in mid September.

later in the month we host our second ladies’ Open of the season with our ladies’ Open invitation Day and the final Open of the season is the Junior 18 hole Open usually taking place during October half term.

Events may vary slightly from year to year, though you will find details of upcoming events on our website, www.verulamgolf.co.uk, together with information about how you can reserve your place.

Events may vary slightly from year to year, though you will find details of upcoming events on our website.

Verulam is an historic golf club with a rich heritage dating back to the founding of our club in 1905. We know we have something special here and nothing gives us greater pleasure than to share the enjoyment of our magnificent course with people who may not have experienced it before.


The Clubhouse

Our clubhouse boasts two bars with a great array of wines, spirits and beers including guest bitters. The ‘Stud Bar’ is the ideal ‘19th hole’ for a quick drink after a game of golf, while the lounge bar is perfect for a more relaxing drink with friends and family.

The lounge and dining areas have recently been refurbished and, with lovely views over the course, there really is no better place to eat in comfort. choose from an excellent range of bar snacks to full three-course meals supplied from our kitchen.

Our clubhouse is perfectly suited as a venue for any event, be it a wedding, birthday party, christening or wake. Our restaurant can seat up to 100 people and still leave room for a good-sized dance floor.

The restaurant opens out on to an extensive patio area, which is the perfect place to relax during the summer and offers the chance to watch golfers finishing their round on the 18th green.

Verulam Golf club also provides facilities for Seminars, conferences and Private meetings for which free Wifi is available. Mobile phones are allowed in the ‘Stud Bar’ but not in the lounge.for more information on room hire contact the office and speak to the management team calling 01727 853327 Option 4 or email [email protected].

The restaurant opens out on to an extensive patio area, which is the perfect place to relax during the summer.

Our traditional style clubhouse at Verulam Golf Club is the perfect place to relax for golfers, visitors, societies or corporate clients who can enjoy a quiet drink, tasty snack or more elaborate dining.


Fine Dining

Our chef and his outstanding team have gained a growing reputation for the quality and range of food on the menu. Enjoy a filling breakfast and coffee before taking to the course or come back after your round and tuck into an offering from our extensive menu.

We have all the traditional golfer’s favourites menu available from our à la carte menu, together with a selection of tempting daily offers.

The club makes good use of the dining facilities and has a special Sunday lunch selection that is eagerly anticipated and well received by our guests.

if you are looking for a slightly less sophisticated but equally tasty bar snack, then our “Stud” bar offers an extensive menu where you are able to wear your golf shoes and clothing.

Our catering team are versatile and like challenges, so if you have something a little out of the ordinary in mind for a special function, call us on 01727 853327 Option 4 to discuss your ideas and we will do everything we can to accommodate them.

The club makes good use of the dining facilities and has a special Sunday lunch selection that is eagerly anticipated and well received by our guests.

The Ryder Room offers a first-class service for members and visitors ensuring that our guest’s have as equally an enjoyable experience in the clubhouse as they do tackling our traditional course.


How to Find Us & Contact Us

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Directionsfrom M25 eastbound (clockwise) junction 21a – Take the a405 towards St albans. continue on the a405 through two roundabouts. at the Park Street roundabout take the third exit (a414) towards hatfield. at the london colney roundabout take the first exit, london Road (a1081) to St albans.

from M25 westbound (anti clockwise) junction 22 – Take the london colney Bypass (a1081) towards St albans. at the london colney roundabout take the third exit, london Road (a1081) to St albans.

Public Transport - The nearest railway station is St albans, which is less than one mile away. Twelve trains an hour depart for central london with an estimated journey time of between 15-35 minutes.

contact ushere at Verulam it is always a pleasure to meet new members, visitors and guests. if we can assist you with any queries or questions that you may have then please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Verulam Golf club, 226 london RoadSt albans, herts, al1 1JG

Office: General Manager – Robin farrere-mail: [email protected]: 01727 853327 (Option 5)

assitant Manager – fran Grice e-mail: [email protected]; 01727 853327 (Option4)

PGa Professional - Joel Saunders - Tel 01727 861401e-mail [email protected]

catering: Resident chef – David WhiteTel: 01727 853327 (Option 2)

Bar: house Manager – James DunneTel: 01727 853327 (Option 3)

club Website: www.verulamgolf.co.uk

Verulam Golf Club is situated on London Road (A1081), just under a mile southeast of St Albans city centre.

for satellite navigation purposes our postcode is al1 1JG.

an online tour of the clubhouse and surrounds is available via either the website home page as above or you can scan the following code with your smart phone.

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