Terms & Conditions of Membership
The rules and guidelines are designed to ensure that members have a safe and enjoyable experience on every visit. It is anticipated that for the majority of members there will be little or no need to refer to them. They do however allow the management to maintain a high level of service all times.
1.MEMBERSHIP
Membership subscription fees shall be fixed by the club and may be amended at any time. Members paying by direct debit will be given at least 30 days notice prior to alteration.
The club reserves the right to reject an application for membership or refuse admission without ascribing any reason for so doing.
On acceptance of an application, a member will be provided with a membership card, which will remain the property of the club and upon termination of membership will be returnable on demand. Once issued, the member is entitled to the privileges of membership and shall be deemed to have agreed to be bound by the rules and guidelines.
All changes in membership details must be communicated to the club in writing.
Renewal of annual membership - upfront payment must be received prior to the membership end date.
Renewal date will not be amended in the event of late renewal of membership.
Memberships may not be suspended
Memberships are non-transferable.
No refunds will be made due to lack of use or for any other reason.
It is the responsibility of members to ensure that their written correspondence reaches the Club Secretary.
Any change of address or bank details must be notified in writing to the Secretary of the Club immediately.
Annual price increases will be effective as of the 1st March each year.
The Membership card must not be used after the expiry date and cannot be used by anyone else other than the Member.
Dishonestly giving misleading or incorrect information to the Club or any improper use of the Membership and or Membership card will result In cancellation and may lead to legal action. a) Members must ensure that their guests abide by the rules and guidelines of the club and that they follow club etiquette. b) The club reserves the right to refuse the entry of a guest to the course. No person, whose membership is on hold, has been terminated or whose application for membership has at any time c) been refused shall be admitted as a guest.
3.CHILDREN
For health and safety reasons children under 16 are not permitted to use the course unsupervised by an adult. Unless authorized by the management. The following restrictions also apply. a)Adults must remain with their children at all times. b)The club reserves the right to refuse children entry to the course.
4.SMOKING
Please note that although smoking is permitted on the course we ask that all cigarettes are extinguished and disposed of in the bins provided.
5.CHANGING FACILITIES
Changing facilities and showers are available in the Club however please be aware spikes are NOT to be worn in the club Lounge, Dining areas or Bar areas. a) Lockers are available in the club fees are charged by the Secretary. Property stored In lockers is stored at the owner's risk and no liability for loss or damage will be accepted by the club.
6.LIABILITY
The Clubs liability for loss, damage or theft to members' property is strictly limited to any damage or loss suffered because of negligence of the club, its staff or agents. With this exception, the club will not accept liability for the safety of personal property brought on to the premises. The club reserves the right in its absolute discretion to refuse to store any property. The Club cannot accept any liability of any accident that may occur in the premises or within the grounds other than liability, which may arise from negligence of the Club, its staff or agents. Vehicles, bicycles, etc. parked or left in the car parks and all contents in them are left at the owners risk and the club will accept no liability for loss or damage in respect thereof. All members and guests use the course at their own risk.
7. LOST PROPERTY
All lost property will be stored by the Club for one month and then donated to local charities or disposed of.
8. MEMBERS CONDUCT
Members or guests who will fully or negligently cause damage to the Golf course or club facilities or equipment will be liable for the cost of repair. Disorderly, rude or offensive behavior may result in termination of membership. Any dispute may be taken up with the Committee in accordance with the clubs disciplinary policy whose decision shall be final.
9.TERMINATION OF MEMBERSHIP
The management reserves the right to terminate the membership of any member. This shall be: a)Without notice in the event of a member committing a serious breach of the rules, b) By notice in writing if any sum owing by the member remains unpaid 30 days after the due date for payment. Members may terminate membership to conditions In (1). Under no circumstances will refunds be given to members who terminate membership.
Cars may not be left in the car park overnight. Members and guests must at all times observe the course rules and guidelines. The club reserves the right to amend these rules and all charges at any time in its absolute discretion. Notification will be displayed on the club notice boards. The club may withdraw all or part of the facilities for any period when required for use by the club or in connection with any repair, attention or maintenance work.
11.GOLF ETIQUETTE
The Darlington Golf Club operates strict rules and dress code. These are as follows: a)Only bona-fide golf shoes, either Spikes or Cleats are to be worn on the course. b) Jumpers, Tailored Shorts, Round Neck Shirts with collars and dress Trousers are all acceptable. NO Tracksuits, Jeans,¾ Length Trousers, Vests, Collarless T-Shirts, Football Shirts for Football Shorts are allowed to be worn on the course. c) Mobile phones may be carried on the course but must be either off or on silent and are only to be used in an emergency. d)Maximum of up to four people in a group to avoid slow play. Otherwise known as a Four Ball. e)Each player must have their own equipment and no sharing of bags. f) Avoid slow play and follow the clubs etiquette on the course as posted
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