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Drax Pair Reach National Final
Congratulations to members Maxine Wagstaff & Julie Smyth who have qualified for the National Final of the Ping Women's 4BBB Competition.
Competitions Committee
Aug 23, 20241 min read


Senior Open 2024 Results
Thank you to all members and visitors who entered our Senior Open yesterday. The great weather and a well-presented course ensured all...
Competitions Committee
Aug 15, 20241 min read


Course Closure & Captains Drive In Cancellation
Unfortunately due to the 17mm of rain, we have had this week, the decision from the Head Green Keeper following an inspection today is...
The Committee
Apr 5, 20241 min read


CLUB NEWS - 1st/9th Hole
Further to an update from Drax Power (Drax), we are writing to inform you that a contractor has been appointed to carry out clearance...
The Committee
Jan 20, 20241 min read


Use of Trolleys this autumn
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...
Greens Committee
Oct 3, 20231 min read


Course Update: Paths
As we rapidly head towards autumn, naturally, we are subject to more rainfall and dewy mornings. Unfortunately, this obviously makes the...
The Greens Committee
Sep 22, 20231 min read


Club Statement
It is with the greatest sadness, that we notify you of the untimely passing of our President, former Chairman and Club Captain 2006, Bill...

Liam Ridgill
Jan 23, 20231 min read


Winter Maintenance Plan Update
Further to the report produced in September, as advised below is an update on the progress of plans outlined or work done as weather...
The Greens Committee
Jan 22, 20233 min read


Drax Joins ERUGC
The Committee are delighted to announce that our application to join the East Riding Union of Golf Clubs (ERUGC) has been accepted!

Liam Ridgill
Dec 15, 20221 min read


Preferred Lies from 1st October 2022
Further to guidance received yesterday from England Golf, we can confirm that Preferred Lies will be in effect from the 1st of October 2022.

Liam Ridgill
Sep 29, 20221 min read


National Moment of Reflection
A National Moment of Reflection will take place at 8 pm on Sunday 18 September to mourn the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Liam Ridgill
Sep 16, 20221 min read


Course Status - Friday 9th September
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. May she Rest In Peace. With this in mind, we have decided to...
The Committee
Sep 9, 20221 min read


Captain's Day 2022
What a day! A massive THANK YOU to everyone who turned up to support my Captain's Day, it was so good to see some of the usual faces and...
Darren Neary
Jun 26, 20222 min read


Drax GC Shortlisted for Sustainability Award
Drax Golf Club has been shortlisted for the Sustainability Project of the Year award at this year's England Golf Awards.

Liam Ridgill
Feb 28, 20222 min read


Head GreenKeepers Report: Winter Maintenance Plan 2021-2022
As we near the end of the season, we are now turning our attention to the plans for the winter.
Mark Sneap, Head Greenkeeper
Sep 21, 20213 min read


Head Greenkeepers Report: August 2021
Take a look at our Head Greenkeepers Report for August 2021.
Mark Sneap, Head Greenkeeper
Aug 9, 20213 min read


Updated COVID-19 Guidelines
Following the Prime Ministers announcement that COVID restrictions are to be eased from 19th July, please see updated guidelines for Drax GC

Liam Ridgill
Jul 22, 20212 min read


Head Greenkeepers Report: July 2021
Catch-up with our latest Head Greenkeepers report.
Mark Sneap, Head Greenkeeper
Jul 19, 20213 min read


Head Greenkeepers Report: June 2021
Take a look at our Head Greenkeepers Report for July 2021.
Mark Sneap, Head Greenkeeper
Jun 22, 20212 min read


Head Greenkeepers Report: May 2021
We continue to have our challenges with the weather at this time, April’s rainfall was 4ml for the whole month.
Mark Sneap, Head Greenkeeper
May 20, 20212 min read


Charity Day - Thank You
Yesterday the membership at Drax came together to celebrate the life of a fond member, Graham Gilson, who sadly lost his battle with cancer.

Liam Ridgill
May 2, 20212 min read


Head Greenkeepers Report: April 2021
Hopefully, everyone is enjoying being back playing golf. We had a challenging time with preparations due to the weather...
Mark Sneap, Head Greenkeeper
Apr 21, 20213 min read


Club Announcement - Graham Gilson
It is with a heavy heart, that we have to notify you of the untimely passing of our former greenkeeper and member, Graham Gilson.

Liam Ridgill
Apr 19, 20211 min read


Membership Update - March 2021
Firstly, we would like to thank the members who have supported the club through a tough year with several National Lockdowns.

Liam Ridgill
Mar 21, 20211 min read
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