HomerJSimpson
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There are a number of issues here. If a club is a top 100 you are looking at the best (whether you consider that to accurate and it deserves a top 100 place is a different debate) and so any associated membership requirements such as waiting lists and joining fees are a premium attached to being a top club. It's down to the individual to decide whether that premium is worth paying compared to the lower costs and easier access of other clubs in the area. Personally my club is a normal members club (albeit with a Royal prefix) but are significantly cheaper than the likes of The Berkshire, Sunningdale and Wentworth which are top 100 and all have a joining fee and waiting list. Without doubt the others offer a significantly better course and facilities but I wouldn't change where I am while it represents value for money and while I'm happy with the condition and challenge the course offers that all I want.
I'm fairly certain that while clubs are operating a waiting list they are comfortable with the numbers coming and going over a year and are budgeting accordingly and it gives them the option should really lean times along to waive joining fees to get members in. I doubt that will happen as long as these clubs are well managed
I'm fairly certain that while clubs are operating a waiting list they are comfortable with the numbers coming and going over a year and are budgeting accordingly and it gives them the option should really lean times along to waive joining fees to get members in. I doubt that will happen as long as these clubs are well managed