Member of 2 clubs

[slicer79]

Just wondering how many people here are members of 2 clubs?
And what were your reasons for this?
I presume the main advantage is the variety it brings by being able to experience a different course when you feel like it.

 

[MACM85]

Currently a member of two clubs. However the other membership runs out in August and I doubt I will renew due to cost of the other club going up by 50% from last years renewal due to them scrapping the intermediate rate I was on. Worse case will sign up for a flexi membership if I get to the latter stages of the summer knockouts.

 

[Hxck]

Exactly as you said, until recently I lived between 3 different places and was a member at a course at each.

 

[HPIMG]

I have two memberships but my away one is golf south Ayrshire and has 8 courses and out the 8 I really like 6 of them and it’s cheap so brilliant value.
I play 5 days a week so I feel I need a bit of variety and the Ayrshire courses are brilliant for winter golf when my home course gets a bit too wet.

 

[kp17]

I’ve been contemplating a country membership on a second course just because of the value for money up here, for example Brora is just under 400 quid and that gets you reciprocals on some other cracking links aswell as 3 rounds per year on Royal Dornoch.
It’s a few hours drive for me but even if managing say 8/10 rounds per year would be good value for money. Probably better in winter too with my own course being parkland/winter greens/mats off fairways etc.
But then I think I’m £1300 fees at my own place so it is a lot.

 

[stymied]

I’ve been contemplating a country membership on a second course just because of the value for money up here, for example Brora is just under 400 quid and that gets you reciprocals on some other cracking links aswell as 3 rounds per year on Royal Dornoch.
It’s a few hours drive for me but even if managing say 8/10 rounds per year would be good value for money. Probably better in winter too with my own course being parkland/winter greens/mats off fairways etc.
But then I think I’m £1300 fees at my own place so it is a lot.

Is it generally understood that reciprocals aren't free but instead a discount? For example the 3 rounds at Royal Dornoch are at 50% full visitor rate.

To answer the question I'm a member of more clubs than likely makes sense. The reason is I'm a golf nut and have an amazing wife that understands how important golf is to me. Have a membership where I'm living, have a membership at a location we purchased a house for retirement (we purchased the house because of the golf community it is in and to be a golf member you need to own a house) and have a couple overseas memberships (more will be coming).

Realistically the overseas memberships are to allow me to feel connected to places I dream about.

My first overseas membership was at Carne and I joined during COVID when the club was worried about staying open. I previously visited and loved the place. I figured worst case it was a a few thousand to help out a place I thought was special, best case the course survived and I had a membership for life at a place that is special. We made a trip in 2023 and my wife who doesn't really play also joined. I played 36 most days but it was nice being able to have her join me for 9 early morning or late in the evening.

I've generally targeted life memberships. I like paying the lump sum for some special occasion present to myself and not worrying about it. With the rapid rise in fees it appears like many of them might even turn out to save me some money over time. I figure the clubs appreciate the chunk of money up front. Also it ensures that I return to the area where I likely wouldn't otherwise. Also when I visit there is a good chance I'm bringing friends and I'm eating lunch/dinner at the course.

I'm going to join another in April for my birthday. Thinking Forfar or Fraserburgh is next up.

 

[abjectplop]

Is it generally understood that reciprocals aren't free but instead a discount? For example the 3 rounds at Royal Dornoch are at 50% full visitor rate.

To answer the question I'm a member of more clubs than likely makes sense. The reason is I'm a golf nut and have an amazing wife that understands how important golf is to me. Have a membership where I'm living, have a membership at a location we purchased a house for retirement (we purchased the house because of the golf community it is in and to be a golf member you need to own a house) and have a couple overseas memberships (more will be coming).



Realistically the overseas memberships are to allow me to feel connected to places I dream about.

My first overseas membership was at Carne and I joined during COVID when the club was worried about staying open. I previously visited and loved the place. I figured worst case it was a a few thousand to help out a place I thought was special, best case the course survived and I had a membership for life at a place that is special. We made a trip in 2023 and my wife who doesn't really play also joined. I played 36 most days but it was nice being able to have her join me for 9 early morning or late in the evening.

I've generally targeted life memberships. I like paying the lump sum for some special occasion present to myself and not worrying about it. With the rapid rise in fees it appears like many of them might even turn out to save me some money over time. I figure the clubs appreciate the chunk of money up front. Also it ensures that I return to the area where I likely wouldn't otherwise. Also when I visit there is a good chance I'm bringing friends and I'm eating lunch/dinner at the course.

I'm going to join another in April for my birthday. Thinking Forfar or Fraserburgh is next up.

The green gee is £30 at Royal Dornoch on the reciprocal.

 

[stymied]

The green gee is £30 at Royal Dornoch on the reciprocal.

Thanks for the info. Not sure where I got the 50%.

Brora was a club in COVID that was also offering an attractive life membership to provide a lifeline of cash. They've survived and thrived.

 

[Hxck]

Is it generally understood that reciprocals aren't free but instead a discount? For example the 3 rounds at Royal Dornoch are at 50% full visitor rate.

To answer the question I'm a member of more clubs than likely makes sense. The reason is I'm a golf nut and have an amazing wife that understands how important golf is to me. Have a membership where I'm living, have a membership at a location we purchased a house for retirement (we purchased the house because of the golf community it is in and to be a golf member you need to own a house) and have a couple overseas memberships (more will be coming).

Realistically the overseas memberships are to allow me to feel connected to places I dream about.

My first overseas membership was at Carne and I joined during COVID when the club was worried about staying open. I previously visited and loved the place. I figured worst case it was a a few thousand to help out a place I thought was special, best case the course survived and I had a membership for life at a place that is special. We made a trip in 2023 and my wife who doesn't really play also joined. I played 36 most days but it was nice being able to have her join me for 9 early morning or late in the evening.

I've generally targeted life memberships. I like paying the lump sum for some special occasion present to myself and not worrying about it. With the rapid rise in fees it appears like many of them might even turn out to save me some money over time. I figure the clubs appreciate the chunk of money up front. Also it ensures that I return to the area where I likely wouldn't otherwise. Also when I visit there is a good chance I'm bringing friends and I'm eating lunch/dinner at the course.

I'm going to join another in April for my birthday. Thinking Forfar or Fraserburgh is next up.

Varies massively. We have a reciprocal network of around 1000+ courses and it ranges from 20% off to free

 

[kp17]

Is it generally understood that reciprocals aren't free but instead a discount? For example the 3 rounds at Royal Dornoch are at 50% full visitor rate.

To answer the question I'm a member of more clubs than likely makes sense. The reason is I'm a golf nut and have an amazing wife that understands how important golf is to me. Have a membership where I'm living, have a membership at a location we purchased a house for retirement (we purchased the house because of the golf community it is in and to be a golf member you need to own a house) and have a couple overseas memberships (more will be coming).

Realistically the overseas memberships are to allow me to feel connected to places I dream about.

My first overseas membership was at Carne and I joined during COVID when the club was worried about staying open. I previously visited and loved the place. I figured worst case it was a a few thousand to help out a place I thought was special, best case the course survived and I had a membership for life at a place that is special. We made a trip in 2023 and my wife who doesn't really play also joined. I played 36 most days but it was nice being able to have her join me for 9 early morning or late in the evening.

I've generally targeted life memberships. I like paying the lump sum for some special occasion present to myself and not worrying about it. With the rapid rise in fees it appears like many of them might even turn out to save me some money over time. I figure the clubs appreciate the chunk of money up front. Also it ensures that I return to the area where I likely wouldn't otherwise. Also when I visit there is a good chance I'm bringing friends and I'm eating lunch/dinner at the course.

I'm going to join another in April for my birthday. Thinking Forfar or Fraserburgh is next up.

Sorry yeah I’ve been told wrong I was under impression it was 3 rounds included and the reciprocals at the likes of Golspie, fortrose etc were discounted member rate.
Changes it a little thought it felt a bit too good

 

[stymied]

Sorry yeah I’ve been told wrong I was under impression it was 3 rounds included and the reciprocals at the likes of Golspie, fortrose etc were discounted member rate.
Changes it a little thought it felt a bit too good

Looks like I was wrong. 30 pounds for dornoch is a pretty great deal, considering visitor rate is 320.

 

[Mandofred]

I'm at 2. The longer drive will likely drop when the end of March gets here. Not the courses fault....the drive of 25 min is just getting worse. I am considering my first course again....but at a 20 min drive it is a down-side....but they have a big field that is a BIG plus for me. I'm not a club for life kind of person....I'll go to wherever works best for me.

 

[kp17]

Looks like I was wrong. 30 pounds for dornoch is a pretty great deal, considering visitor rate is 320.

Just read Dornoch reciprocal not available to country members only full.

Some others are Moray old, Golspie & Tain £30.00, Fortrose, Durness & Goswick £50.00

Would just love a good links option for that 3/4 hundred quid mark

 

[full_throttle]

member of a course 5 minutes away, and also a member of a course in Nottingham, the reason I joined at Nottingham is the local course is on a flood plain and suffers badly in the winter

 

[KenL]

I’ve been contemplating a country membership on a second course just because of the value for money up here, for example Brora is just under 400 quid and that gets you reciprocals on some other cracking links aswell as 3 rounds per year on Royal Dornoch.
It’s a few hours drive for me but even if managing say 8/10 rounds per year would be good value for money. Probably better in winter too with my own course being parkland/winter greens/mats off fairways etc.
But then I think I’m £1300 fees at my own place so it is a lot.

I’ll guess where you are a member - Mortonhall?

 

[KenL]

Looks like I was wrong. 30 pounds for dornoch is a pretty great deal, considering visitor rate is 320.

Good luck getting on.

 

[IanM]

I am. Local one and country member at a links. (Just over 2 hours away)

Local isn't in great condition over the winter, the links is. Been a fan of the latter for years, so when I retired it didn't need much thought.

 

[Mandofred]

I am. Local one and country member at a links. (Just over 2 hours away)

Local isn't in great condition over the winter, the links is. Been a fan of the latter for years, so when I retired it didn't need much thought.

A 2 hour drive just to play golf???....no thanks. I'd rather do yard work.

 

[IanM]

A 2 hour drive just to play golf???....no thanks. I'd rather do yard work.

Your call. I thought this was a golf forum!

I go there average once a month, often staying for a couple of days, it has two courses

 

[kp17]

Is it generally understood that reciprocals aren't free but instead a discount? For example the 3 rounds at Royal Dornoch are at 50% full visitor rate.

To answer the question I'm a member of more clubs than likely makes sense. The reason is I'm a golf nut and have an amazing wife that understands how important golf is to me. Have a membership where I'm living, have a membership at a location we purchased a house for retirement (we purchased the house because of the golf community it is in and to be a golf member you need to own a house) and have a couple overseas memberships (more will be coming).

Realistically the overseas memberships are to allow me to feel connected to places I dream about.

My first overseas membership was at Carne and I joined during COVID when the club was worried about staying open. I previously visited and loved the place. I figured worst case it was a a few thousand to help out a place I thought was special, best case the course survived and I had a membership for life at a place that is special. We made a trip in 2023 and my wife who doesn't really play also joined. I played 36 most days but it was nice being able to have her join me for 9 early morning or late in the evening.

I've generally targeted life memberships. I like paying the lump sum for some special occasion present to myself and not worrying about it. With the rapid rise in fees it appears like many of them might even turn out to save me some money over time. I figure the clubs appreciate the chunk of money up front. Also it ensures that I return to the area where I likely wouldn't otherwise. Also when I visit there is a good chance I'm bringing friends and I'm eating lunch/dinner at the course.

I'm going to join another in April for my birthday. Thinking Forfar or Fraserburgh is next up.

Funny you mention Fraserburgh here too, it’s probably the cheapest I’ve seen from the top courses country membership wise, £270.
Murcar £350