Seniors Open

Event Details

Date: Thursday, 03 September 2026

Format: Individual Stableford

Category: Senior

Entry Fee: £45.00

Handicap Limit: 26.0

Sign-ups close: 20 Aug 2026


The Seniors Open is an individual stableford competition held at Shanklin & Sandown Golf Club on Thursday 3rd September 2026. Open to gentlemen seniors aged 60 years and over, the event is played off 95% handicap with a maximum handicap index of 26. The entry fee is £45.00 per person, which includes coffee on arrival and one course meal after play. There will be a two-tee start using the 1st and 10th yellow tees from 09:30. Prizes are awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in two handicap divisions for visitors, with separate prizes for SSGC members. The overall winner receives the Shanklin & Sandown Veterans Cup, and there is an additional prize for the highest score by a player aged 75 or older. Prize presentation is expected from around 16:00. Entries close on Thursday 20th August 2026. Please return the completed entry form with payment to the Seniors Open Organiser at Shanklin & Sandown Golf Club, or pay by BACS. A 20% fare discount is available from Wightlink Ferries. Dress code: smart casual for play and presentations.


Prizes

Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd in two handicap divisions for visitors, separate prizes for SSGC members, overall winner receives the Shanklin & Sandown Veterans Cup, prize for highest score by a player aged 75 or older


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Venue

Shanklin & Sandown Golf Club logo Shanklin & Sandown Golf Club

Sandown, Isle of Wight, England

Shanklin & Sandown Golf Club is situated on the Isle of Wight, approximately 20 minutes from ferry terminals, making it easily accessible to visitors. The course features a heathland layout that tumbles over gently undulating terrain, offering an interesting variety of both short and long holes. Described as the island's premier golf course, it provides a well-balanced design with diverse hole lengths that challenge golfers of varying abilities. The course is set within a natural heathland landscape typical of the Isle of Wight's topography. The club welcomes both visitors and societies, with flexible membership options available including academy memberships for beginners. Shanklin & Sandown is recognized as the top-ranked golf course on the Isle of Wight and offers various packages and visitor services including a golf studio, professional coaching, and catering facilities.

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