Walkers Shortbread Gents Open

Event Details ⚙

Date: Sunday, 25 July 2027

Format: Individual Strokeplay

Category: Mens

Entry Fee: £25.00

Handicap Limit: 28.0 (Ladies: 36.0)

Entry Method: Online

Gents singles strokeplay open competition at Elgin Golf Club, sponsored by Walkers Shortbread. Open to visiting non-members as well as club members, with online entry via the club's booking platform. The visitor entry fee is £25.00, with member rates available on login. Tee times run from 07:30 through to 15:00. Club handicap requirements apply: men must hold a handicap of 28 or less and ladies 36 or less (or be able to play to an equivalent standard). Smart casual dress is expected, with golf shoes required (only juniors may wear trainers); spikes are permitted. Bookings are fully pre-paid online and transferable; cancellations made more than one week before the date of play are refunded, while later cancellations are non-refundable.

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Venue

Elgin Golf Club

Elgin, Moray, Scotland

Founded in 1906, Elgin Golf Club is widely regarded as one of the finest inland courses in the North of Scotland. The championship course measures 6,496 yards with a par of 71, offering a Course Rating of 71.6 and Slope Rating of 125 from the White Medal Tees. The layout presents a challenging but fair test suitable for both low and high handicap golfers. Located in the heart of Moray and Speyside, the course benefits from immaculate maintenance and boasts stunning panoramic views. The setting overlooks the town of Elgin and the Moray coast to the north, while the Cairngorm Mountains rise to the south. The terrain takes advantage of the natural landscape to create an engaging test of golf. The course has earned the nickname "Wentworth of the North" from Golf Mates, reflecting its standing as a premier inland Scottish venue. The clubhouse features the Hardhillock Bar and Bistro, providing full food and beverage facilities. The club welcomes visitors and groups throughout the year and offers various membership packages for men, ladies, and juniors.