Downs Trophy 2026 - Mens Open

Event Details ⚙

Date: Friday, 11 September 2026

Format: Individual

Scoring: Strokeplay

Category: Mens

Entry Fee: £95.00

Handicap Limit: 9.0

Max Players: 54

Entry Method: Online

36-hole scratch medal strokeplay tournament at Purley Downs Golf Club (White tees). Qualifying event for the Surrey County Golf Union Order of Merit. Open to male amateurs aged 16 or over on the day with an active playing handicap of 9.0 or lower who are members of an affiliated golf club. Entries limited to 54 players; in the event of oversubscription, a ballot will be held for the lowest handicaps. Entry fee: £95 (visitor). Closing date for entries: 27 September 2026. Includes coffee and breakfast roll on arrival, one-course lunch, and sandwiches and chips before prize giving. The winner of the gross score over 36 holes retains the Downs Trophy for one year. In the event of a tie for the Downs Trophy, a sudden-death play-off takes place on the 1st hole; if insufficient light remains, the winner is decided by countback. All other ties decided by countback over the last 18, 9, 6, 3 holes etc. No player may win more than one prize. Players must be present at prize giving to qualify for a prize. Refunds only given for withdrawals made at least 7 days before the event. The club reserves the right to refuse entry.

Prizes

Winner of the gross score over 36 holes retains the Downs Trophy for one year. Handicap prizes also awarded.

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Venue

Purley Downs Golf Club

Greater London, England

Purley Downs Golf Club is a mature downland course located in Purley, featuring rolling fairways and commanding views across the London horizon. The course is set within a scenic downland landscape that provides an attractive and varied playing experience. The club offers an 18-hole championship layout and welcomes both members and visitors. The course is characterized by its natural terrain and undulating fairways typical of downland courses in the region. Key facilities include a pro shop, studio, clubhouse with bar and catering, and practice areas. The course maintains wildlife habitats as part of its management, reflecting the downland setting. Purley Downs accommodates various membership categories including standard members, social members, and academy members, alongside visitor play through green fee arrangements. The club hosts societies and offers professional instruction through its academy program. The course occasionally undergoes maintenance work to preserve its condition, with bunker renovation projects undertaken to maintain playability and aesthetics. The club emphasizes safety standards and maintains clear dress code policies for all players.

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