SomersetGolf Union
Somerset Golf Union
County Card Scheme
NEW COUNTY CARDS APRIL 1st 2024
After much consideration and environmental respect, the SGU in conjunction the SLCGA look to further minimise the use of plastic.
Having introduced the County Card in a digital format we are pleased to announce its uptake has been successful, over 5000 downloaded to date.
In 2019 there were 12000 plastic county cards printed and circulated around the county, many were never used; all will have become landfill.
In 2022 the number of plastic cards printed was reduced to 5000, many of which were never distributed as demand fell.
By the 31st March 2025 our aim is to do away with the plastic card all together and we encourage the use of its digital twin.
We are also fully aware that the digital age is not an option for some as yet, we also feel that there are others who could go digital but prefer to retain the plastic card.
The current plastic card expires on the 31st March 2025, the digital version should automatically update, on a few occasions this hasn't been achieved, if this happens to you it can be quickly overcome by deleting your current app and re-uploading it (How to upload County Card County Cards :: see below)
For those who relyed on the plastic card we ordered 1000 (Red)) degradable cards for circulation in 2024. The cards were only to used when the digital option is not achievable. Approx 800 of those cards were never used!!
The new plastic cards were valid for 1 year only and expire 31st March 2025, With so few cards distribued we have no viable need of futre plastic use.
Many clubs seek to minimise plastic and we applaud your efforts.
Plastic Card Red/Burgandy valid until 31st MARCH 2026.
New County Card is Valid from April 1st 2024 to March 31st 2026 and is Red/Burgandy
WE will be PLASTIC free from 31st MARCH 2025 AND HAVE OVER 5000 DIGITAL CARD USES SO FAR. PLEASE USE THE DIGITAL SYSTEM.
The County Card exists to provide the opportunity for members of golf clubs, male and female, affiliated to the Somerset Golf Union to play on over 1,000 courses in England and enjoy a discounted green fee.
Unlike many other counties in the region, County Cards are available free of charge to all members as part of your affiliation fee. The 2022/23 Plastic Cards are being prepared and will be distributed at the County AGM on February 15th 2022 or before. They will then be available for distribution by your Club Manager / Secretary.
A digital version of the card is available;
How to obtain a digital county card
Rules & Conditions
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The card is not transferable
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You must book at least 24 hours in advance of the intended date of your visit by contacting the Manager / Secretary of the Host Club.
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Conditions of card acceptance may vary at each participating club. Play is entirely at the discretion of the Host Club who may, at busy times, decline to accept County Cards.
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The card is not intended to be used as a part of a Society booking.
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The card holder agrees to abide by these Rules and regulations and also those of the Club being visited.
Participating Counties
Details of all clubs in the Counties participating in the scheme by be found by clicking on the links opposite. Please note clubs may amend their terms and conditions so on every occasion please check with the club before your visit.
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