More benefits
Competitive Golf
Foursomes, Four Balls, Greensomes, Texas Scrambles, Bogey competitions; you name it, we play it! We really do have a wide range of competitions in a variety of formats for you to enjoy. In addition, as an established club we have a full fixture list with other local clubs in the area. We play in all County Competitions and Leagues. These fixtures cover all playing categories and sections and, in addition, we also host a number of Open and Invitation Days. You too could represent Dunstable Downs against other member clubs in friendly competitions.
Social Events
We have a lot… A busy social calendar.
Members Liability Insurance
As a fully paid up member England Golf automatically provide £10 million of personal liability insurance.
This does not cover the loss or theft of clubs and other equipment. Members should check the exact level of cover provided and satisfy themselves that it is adequate for their circumstances or alternatively arrange personal cover as required
Reciprocal Golf - 1906 Club & James Braid Association
Take up the opportunity to experience and enjoy playing other heathland, parkland and links courses at concessionary rates.
PGA Professional
Dunstable Downs benefits from having the very best professional staff to help you develop your game or just get it back on track.
Introduce guests at a reduced rate
Bring up to three guests per day to join you at concessionary rates.
Voting rights
Your vote will count at General Meetings and you will be eligible to stand for election to the Management Committee (after two years).
All year-round golf
Unlike many of our neighbouring clubs, our fantastic drainage means we are very rarely closed. When others can only offer a restricted number of holes and ‘winter greens’ in the winter months when they are waterlogged, you'll find 18 holes open here.
Golf Buggies
At £25 for a round this has got to be one of the best value buggies around…but it is even better value for members at only £20.
Discounted shop prices
Headline 5% discounts on Golf Bags, Shoes, and non DDGC Logo clothing to members. But check out Darren’s page on this web site for the very latest deals.
Low cost food and drink
Quality catering from our ‘in house’ team who produce everything from bar snacks to a la carte dining. Members benefit from discounts off the cost of food and drinks when using your bar card.
World Handicap System
Get an official golfing handicap (WHS) – a system that reflects your playing ability and allows to compete fairly with other players from around the world.
Drying Room
Invaluable when you have come in from a challenging day on the course. Dry your clubs and clothing before you go out for that second round of the day.
Your Health
The health benefits of playing golf are significant. It is a sport that can be played from 4 to 104. In a 9-hole round, a player will walk two to three miles, take over 5,000 steps and burn over 450 calories.
Practice Facilities
Putting green, short and long game areas with covered driving bays.
Discounted Function rates
As a member, there is no room hire cost to you for holding your parties, weddings and birthdays.
Junior Golf Lessons
One golf lesson is provided from our Professionals every year to our junior golf members completely free of charge. Other group lessons for juniors are also available. Call the Pro-shop on 01582 662806 for more information.