Please read our
Code of conduct
Applicable to All Members of the Golf Club, Guests and Visitors.
Trethorne Golf Club is committed to providing an environment that is free of discrimination, harassment and intimidation for members, employees and guests (see our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy). Members, guests and visitors are all reminded that an acceptable standard of behaviour is expected in all areas of the Club and course at all times and that upon payment of membership or green fees, all members, guests and visitors have given their consent to be bound by both the restrictions and penalties which may be imposed for any breach of the Club’s standards or serious misconduct in failing to meet the standards set in this Code of Conduct.
Members will be liable for any breach committed whether by themselves or their guests. The Club expects members, their guests, and visitors to the Club, to treat other members, guests and visitors to the Club with due respect in relation to verbal, written and social media communications.
The Club wishes to draw the attention of all members, guests and visitors to R&A Rule 1.2 – Standards of Player Conduct: All players are expected to play in the Spirit of the Game and R&A Rule 1.2b – Code of Conduct.
Trethorne Golf Club has adopted the following Code of Conduct as a Local Rule. Unacceptable behaviour towards a member of staff will not be tolerated, and disciplinary procedures will be considered in all cases.
In the Clubhouse
Members, guests and visitors are reminded that:
Any form of discrimination, harassment or intimidation is regarded as unacceptable behaviour.
Consumption of excessive quantities of alcohol is not permitted by law. Please do not be offended if service is refused
The use of foul or abusive language such as swearing has no place in the clubhouse and any member heard using unacceptable or offensive language will be asked to either stop or leave the premises. Where someone is noticed to be consistently using bad language after being warned then their continued membership will be reviewed accordingly
Smoking or the use of e-cigarettes is not permitted within any of the club buildings
The taking of illegal substances will incur immediate suspension and loss of membership.
Be considerate towards others when using your mobile phone in the clubhouse.
Whilst fully acknowledging that adult ‘banter’ contributes to creating a healthy atmosphere among members, there rules are designed to safeguard others who find such banter offensive or intimidating. This Code of Conduct is not intended to create a bureaucratic, regulatory environment, but rather to promote and enhance our Club’s values.
On the Course
All golfers must:
Avoid slow play, apply Ready Golf principles and allow other golfers to play through as appropriate, waving the following group through when searching for lost balls and maintaining the speed of play by keeping up with the group in front
Adhere to the dress code and R&A and local rules of the course
Demonstrate fair play both on and off the course
Always follow established golf etiquette respecting the course, such as:
Repairing pitch marks, replacing divots, raking bunkers
Showing the necessary respect to fellow golfers at all times, which incorporates;
No shouting on the course,
No misuse of equipment (i.e. throwing clubs in frustration etc.),
No aggressive behaviour
Conduct yourself in a sportsmanlike manner and do not knowingly cheat, disrespect employees. Officials or fellow players.
Mobile phones must be switched to silent on the golf course
Any breaches of this Code of Conduct will be subject to our disciplinary regulations and dealt with accordingly.
Contact
Questions, comments and requests regarding this privacy policy are welcomed and should be emailed to enquiries@trethornegolfclub.com.