John O'Gaunt Golf Club

What John O'Gaunt Golf Club does

John O'Gaunt Golf Club is a private, member-owned golf club operating since 1948 from Sutton Park, Sandy, Bedfordshire, on more than 300 acres of tree-lined parkland. The club offers two 18-hole courses — the John O'Gaunt Course (6,535 yards, par 71) and the Carthagena Course (5,833 yards, par 69, designed by Hawtree & Son) — and a Victorian-era clubhouse comprising the Stud Bar, Lounge Bar, modern Sports Bar, the Orangery, and the award-winning Burgoyne Suite function room, supplemented in May 2024 by an expanded two-tiered terrace overlooking the 18th hole. Operations are run on the Intelligent Golf software platform (website, tee-sheet, and the IG Member app providing handicap records, WHS calculations, tee bookings, and score entry).

The club serves four primary segments: golfing members (7-Day, Youth, and Social categories — the first two are currently waitlisted), walk-in visitors paying day-of-play green fees, organised golf societies and corporate groups (booked via Golf Operations Manager Nigel Tarn), and event clients hiring the Burgoyne Suite for weddings and functions of up to 100 guests, managed by Events Manager Tracy Dacre. Revenue is generated from recurring membership subscriptions, one-time green fees, F&B and catering, venue hire, society and corporate day packages, and a Pro Shop operated on site by PGA Professional Tom Simm (Head Professional since 2021, with Tom Simm Golf providing coaching and custom fitting). The Pro Shop, practice facilities (Short Game Area, Warm-Up Range), and a calendar of Open Competitions complete the offering.

The entity is a private company limited by guarantee; on 1 January 2023 it was reorganised into John O'Gaunt Golf Club Limited, with the former John O'Gaunt Golf & Country Club (1962) Ltd. shares transferred to JOGGC Property Limited, both controlled by members. There is no external parent or private equity involvement. The club holds affiliations with England Golf, Safe Golf, and the Bedfordshire Golf Union, and has hosted major events including the English County Finals (1986), English Seniors Championship (1993, 2003), Women's British Open qualifying (2016), and English Boys' County Finals (2023). Headcount is reported at 11–50; financial figures are not publicly disclosed.

Name

John O'Gaunt Golf Club

Legal name

John O'Gaunt Golf Club Limited

Website

https://johnogauntgolfclub.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1948

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

John O'Gaunt Golf Club is a private, member-owned golf club in Bedfordshire operating two 18-hole parkland courses and a Victorian clubhouse, serving members, walk-in visitors, society/corporate groups, and wedding/event clients via subscriptions, green fees, F&B, and venue hire.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Golf Club

NAICS

Golf Courses and Country Clubs (713910)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Golf Courses & Golf Facilities (MPAKAEAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Golf Clubs & Tournament-Host Clubs (Professional/Elite Golf Clubs) (MPAKABAE)

Keywords

• Private golf club
• Parkland golf courses
• Golf membership
• Society and corporate days
• Wedding and event venue

Headquarters

HQ city

Sandy

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Golf Membership: Annual membership fees for playing and social members, including 7-day, youth, and category options. Currently has a waiting list for 7-Day and Youth Membership.
2. Green Fees: Fees charged to visitors and non-members for playing the courses. Visitors pay at Pro Shop on day of play.
3. Food & Beverage: Clubhouse hospitality including bar, restaurant, and catering services. Offers Afternoon Tea, buffets, 2 and 3 course meals. Specializes in weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, wakes, and other functions.
4. Events & Functions: Venue hire for weddings and events in the Burgoyne Suite, seating 80-100 guests. Includes catering packages and terrace use.
5. Society & Corporate Days: Bookable golf days for golf societies and corporate groups, arranged through Golf Operations Manager Nigel Tarn.
6. Pro Shop: Golf equipment, apparel, and accessories sales through the Club Professional's shop.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

John O'Gaunt Golf Club operates two 18-hole parkland golf courses (John O'Gaunt Course and Carthagena Course) on 300+ acres in Bedfordshire, selling golf memberships, visitor green fees, society and corporate golf days, open competitions, clubhouse food and beverage, weddings and functions in the Burgoyne Suite, and retail through its Pro Shop. Operations are supported by the Intelligent Golf platform and IG Member app for tee bookings and handicap management.

Product overview

John O'Gaunt Golf Club is a dual-course golf club offering two 18-hole parkland courses (John O'Gaunt Course and Carthagena Course) set in over 300 acres of tree-lined parkland. The club provides membership packages, clubhouse hospitality services including food and beverage, event hosting for up to 100 guests, open competitions, and practice facilities including a Short Game Area and Warm-Up Range. The Victorian-era clubhouse features multiple bars, function rooms, and an expanded terrace opened in May 2024. The club also houses a Pro Shop operated by Tom Simm Golf. Built on intelligentgolf software for member management and tee time operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• John O'Gaunt Course: The original 18-hole course at the club, measuring 6535 yards, par 71, SSS 72.
• Carthagena Course
• Burgoyne Suite
• Stud Bar
• Orangery

Products and services

• John O'Gaunt Course The original 18-hole parkland golf course at John O'Gaunt Golf Club, measuring 6,535 yards with a par of 71. Set in tree-lined parkland, accessible to members and visitors via green fees, society days, and open competitions.
• Carthagena Course The second 18-hole golf course at John O'Gaunt Golf Club, measuring 5,833 yards with a par of 69. Designed by Hawtree & Son, featuring gorse, trees, and demanding hole layouts. Available to members and visitors on the same access terms as the John O'Gaunt Course.
• Membership Subscription golf club membership offerings including 7-Day Membership, Youth Membership, and Social Membership. Includes access to both courses, clubhouse, practice facilities, handicap management via the IG Member app, and member events. Currently has a waiting list for 7-Day and Youth Membership.
• Hospitality and Events Catering and venue hire services for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, wakes, corporate events, and functions. The award-winning Burgoyne Suite accommodates 80-100 guests, with food and beverage packages including Afternoon Tea, buffets, and 2- and 3-course meals, plus the new outdoor terrace.
• Clubhouse Facilities Clubhouse facilities including the Stud Bar, Lounge Bar, Sports Bar with Sky Sports, the Orangery dining area, the award-winning Burgoyne Suite, and the new two-tiered terrace (opened May 2024) with 100+ outdoor seats and covered heated seating. Open to members and visitors.
• Clubhouse Terrace Expansion New two-tiered outdoor terrace opened in May 2024 overlooking the putting green and 18th hole on the John O'Gaunt course, providing over 100 outdoor seats with BBQ area and covered heated seating for members and event guests.
• Pro Shop On-site golf retail shop operated by Tom Simm Golf (PGA Professional), offering golf equipment, clothing, and accessories from leading brands, plus coaching and custom fitting services. Available to members and visitors.
• Visitor Green Fees and Open Competitions Walk-in access for visitors to both courses on payment of green fees at the Pro Shop, plus entry into open competitions including Senior Singles Open, Junior Opens (£22), Ladies Open (£260), Captains Charity Day (£280), and the JOG Cup (£40).
• Society and Corporate Days Bookable golf days for golf societies and corporate groups, arranged through Golf Operations Manager Nigel Tarn, including catering and event coordination on both courses.

Quantifiable outcome

• Two championship-quality courses hosting national and regional golf events
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and regional.

• Tom Simm GolfcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2021Tom Simm, PGA Professional, has been Club Professional since 2021 (following Lee Scarbrow 2001-2021 and Peter Round 1975-2001). Operates from the same address providing coaching, custom fitting, and Pro Shop services. This is an essential on-site partner for club operations.
• England GolfcoreOthersThe club is affiliated with England Golf, the governing body for amateur golf in England. This affiliation enables CDH number registration for handicaps and participation in England Golf events. England Golf logo is displayed on the club website indicating official recognition.
• Safe GolfcoreOthersThe club is listed with Safe Golf, a safeguarding initiative for golf. This demonstrates commitment to protecting members and promoting safe golfing environments.
• Bedfordshire Golf UnionregionalOthersThe club is affiliated with the Bedfordshire Golf Union and Ladies County Golf Union. Multiple John O'Gaunt members have served as Presidents of these organizations.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• The Belfry Hotel & Resort: Iconic UK golf resort in the Midlands with multiple courses, hotel, F&B, and event facilities. Comparable to John O'Gaunt in operating a multi-course private golf venue with extensive hospitality and corporate event offerings, though larger and corporate-owned rather than member-led.
• Foxhills Country Club & Spa: Multi-course golf and country club in Surrey offering two 18-hole courses, hotel, spa, F&B and event venues. Comparable to John O'Gaunt's dual-course, hospitality-led model but corporate-operated with broader leisure facilities.
• The Grove (Golf & Spa Resort): Formerly operated as a private members club, now a hotel resort with a championship 18-hole course and extensive F&B/events capacity in Hertfordshire. Comparable to John O'Gaunt's course quality, event hosting, and Southeast England location, though corporate-owned rather than member-led.

Direct peers

• Sunningdale Golf Club: Historic private members' golf club in Berkshire with two 18-hole heathland/parkland courses and a strong tournament pedigree (hosted multiple British Opens and Women's British Opens). Highly comparable to John O'Gaunt in scale, two-course model, and member-led governance.
• Wentworth Club: One of Britain's most prestigious private members' golf clubs in Surrey, with three courses, extensive clubhouse, and event hosting. Closely comparable to John O'Gaunt as a premium members-only club offering championship courses, hospitality, and society/corporate day packages.
• Walton Heath Golf Club: Premier private members' club in Surrey with two 18-hole courses and a long history of hosting major championships (including Ryder Cup). Comparable to John O'Gaunt as a two-course members' club serving a similar affluent UK golfing demographic.
• Royal Birkdale Golf Club: Championship links course in Merseyside and one of England's regular Open Championship venues. Comparable to John O'Gaunt as a historic English members' club with national tournament pedigree, though links rather than parkland terrain.
• The Wisley Golf Club: Private members' club in Surrey operated by The Wisley, with multiple courses and modern clubhouse facilities. Comparable to John O'Gaunt in offering two-course parkland golf, society days, and member-led hospitality.
• Queenwood Golf Club: Highly exclusive private members' club in Surrey with a single championship course, known for extremely high entry standards. Comparable to John O'Gaunt as an elite UK private members' golf club targeting affluent golfers, though smaller and single-course.
• Swinley Forest Golf Club: Exclusive private members' heathland club in Berkshire, historically high-ranked in England. Comparable to John O'Gaunt in its private-member, two-course (in this case, plus a nine) heritage model with limited external access.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Johnogauntgolfclub
• Instagraminstagram.com/johnogauntgolfclub
• Xx.com/JOGGolf
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/john-o-gaunt-golf-club

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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