Acorn Trophy 36 Hole Scratch Medal

Event Details

Date: Sunday, 14 June 2026

Format: Individual

Scoring: Strokeplay

Category: Open

Entry Fee: £35.00

Handicap Limit: 0.0

Entry Method: Online


Description

The Acorn Trophy is a 36-hole scratch medal competition held at Accrington and District Golf Club in Accrington, United Kingdom. This open strokeplay event welcomes golfers with a handicap of 0.0 or better and takes place on June 14, 2026. Entry costs £35.00 per competitor.


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Venue

Accrington and District Golf Club

Devon Avenue

Accrington, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Accrington and District Golf Club is a James Braid-designed course located in Oswaldtwistle, near Accrington. The course measures 6,031 yards from the white tees and features a tree-lined layout that provides an aesthetic and strategic challenge. Despite its modest length, the course demands accuracy and precision to achieve par scores across all handicap levels. The club operates primarily as a 14-hole course on its usual route and is situated in pleasant, rolling terrain typical of Lancashire. The course is characterized by excellent greens that have been noted for their quality, alongside well-maintained fairways. The setting combines the natural landscape with mature trees that line the fairways, creating both visual appeal and playing difficulty. Accrington and District Golf Club serves as both a members' club and welcomes visitors and societies. The facility includes a clubhouse with bar and catering facilities. Beyond golf, the club emphasizes its social community, hosting open competitions, captain's charity events, and various member activities. The course has established itself as a well-maintained venue suitable for competitive and recreational play.