Senior Open (Bill Wilkes Cup)

Event Details ⚙

Date: Thursday, 27 August 2026

Format: Individual

Scoring: Stableford

Category: Senior

Entry Fee: £50.00

Handicap Limit: 25.1

Entry Method: Online

18-hole Individual Stableford off Yellow Tees, played for the Bill Wilkes Cup. Minimum age 55 on the date of competition. Handicap Index limit 25.1 (handicap allowance 95%). Entrants' handicap index must be active and fully developed. All entrants must be members of a Golf Club affiliated to their County Union; entries from iGolf members are not accepted. Entry fee: £25 for members, £50 for visitors. Entry fee includes tea/coffee and a bacon roll on arrival. Prizes in Pro Shop vouchers; to be eligible, a minimum of 6 qualifying scores must have been recorded on the player's WHS record in the 12 months prior to the competition. No refunds for withdrawal within 2 weeks before the event, except in exceptional circumstances. Online booking opens for members on Tuesday 6th January 2026 at 9am, and for visitors from Tuesday 13th January 2026.

Prizes

Prizes awarded in Pro Shop vouchers. Players must have a minimum of 6 qualifying scores recorded on their WHS record in the 12 months prior to the competition to be eligible for prizes.

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Venue

Ladbrook Park Golf Club

Tanworth in Arden, Warwickshire, England

Founded in 1908, Ladbrook Park Golf Club is a Harry Colt-designed course located in Tanworth-in-Arden, Solihull, in the West Midlands. Spanning 144 acres, the course is noted for its meticulous maintenance and manicured condition. As a Colt design, it reflects the architect's philosophy of creating playable yet challenging layouts that reward skillful shot-making while remaining accessible to golfers of varying abilities. The course welcomes players of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to experienced golfers. Its contemporary clubhouse complements the golfing facilities and hosts social and dining events throughout the year. The club maintains strong golfing traditions while adopting a modern, progressive approach to club management. The setting combines parkland characteristics typical of Colt's work, providing an attractive natural environment for play. The course has established course records and maintains active membership categories alongside visitor green fee options, reflecting its role as both a private members' club and public-access facility.