Explore Updates and News from Drax Golf Club

Ever wondered why a little frost leads to a "Course Closed" sign at Drax? It isn’t just about the chill—it’s about protecting the long-term health of our greens. When grass freezes, it becomes as brittle as glass. Walking on it can cause permanent cellular damage and "root shearing" during the thaw. Read our latest update to learn the science behind winter maintenance and how your patience helps us keep our parkland course in peak condition.

A great shot deserves a great green, but unrepaired pitch marks can ruin the course for everyone. At Drax Golf Club, we’re committed to top-tier playing surfaces. Discover the science behind why a quick 30-second fix prevents weeks of damage, backed by BIGGA insights. Our latest blog post covers the proper repair technique, avoiding common mistakes, to help keep our greens healthy, our grass disease-free, and your putts rolling true.

The course is now non-qualifying for WHS scores. This tough decision protects Drax's financial security. England Golf requires mats to be mandatory if scores are qualifying, but a mat mandate severely impacted our green fees. By going non-qualifying, we protect the course and the club's future. Please still use mats to help the course! Enjoy pressure-free golf and focus on keeping your game sharp until spring.

Ever wonder why our greens are sometimes less than perfect? It’s often down to unrepaired pitch marks and unreplaced divots! Our Head Greenkeeper, Mark, needs our help. Learn why proper repair is crucial for faster recovery, smoother putting surfaces, and efficient course maintenance. Discover simple steps to fix pitch marks like a pro and watch a video guide. Let’s keep Drax Golf Club's greens pristine together! Your quick repair makes a huge difference to everyone’s game.

At Drax Golf Club, we believe in harmonising sport with nature. Over the past three years, we've dedicated ourselves to enhancing our local environment, turning our course into a vibrant sanctuary for wildlife.

Dry weather's hitting all UK golf courses, not just Drax! Lack of rain impacts conditions nationwide. Learn more at BIGGA. ⛳️☀️

Unfortunately due to the 17mm of rain, we have had this week, the decision from the Head Green Keeper following an inspection today is...

Further to an update from Drax Power (Drax), we are writing to inform you that a contractor has been appointed to carry out clearance...

Unfortunately, it's that time of year again when our daylight becomes limited and the weather starts to change (not that we had much good...

As we rapidly head towards autumn, naturally, we are subject to more rainfall and dewy mornings. Unfortunately, this obviously makes the...