Hindhead Golf Club

What Hindhead Golf Club does

Hindhead Golf Club is a private members' golf club operating from a single site on Churt Road, Hindhead, Surrey (GU26 6HX), founded in 1904 by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and local luminaries and incorporated as Hindhead Golf Club Limited in October 2017. Its core asset is an 18-hole heathland course laid out by Open Champion J.H. Taylor, sitting at approximately 750 feet above sea level and ranked among Britain's Top 100 golf courses; the club also hosted Open Championship Regional Qualifying between 2000 and 2005.

The club monetises across six streams: annual membership subscriptions (Full, Intermediate 18-30, Junior, Associate Junior, and Academy tiers, all currently full with a 2-3 year waitlist), per-round green fees for day visitors and societies of 12+ players, Pro Shop retail of leading golf brands plus Hindhead-branded merchandise, PGA-qualified coaching (individual lessons, group clinics, and the six-month Plan for Success programme using V1 video analysis), open competition entry fees (Devil's Punch Bowl, Mixed Open for the Hindhead Trophies, invitation days), and clubhouse hospitality (Dining Room seating 70, Summer Bar, Alliss' Bar, and The Terrace) with private hire. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via the intelligentgolf-powered website for bookings, with telephone handling for societies and corporate events.

Technology is intentionally SaaS-leveraged rather than proprietary: intelligentgolf runs website, tee-time booking, competition management, and member login; V1 provides swing video capture; the World Handicap System manages handicaps. Governance is member-owned with no parent company or external investment, led by General Manager Chris Donovan, Head Professional Ian Benson, Club Captain Mark Parker, Ladies' Captain Liz Petts, and Assistant Secretary Beth Williams. The club is a signatory of the R&A Women in Golf Charter and holds Safe Golf certification.

Name

Hindhead Golf Club

Legal name

Hindhead Golf Club Limited

Website

https://hindheadgolfclub.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1904

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Hindhead Golf Club is a private members' golf club in Surrey, UK, founded in 1904, operating an 18-hole heathland course ranked among Britain's Top 100. It generates revenue from memberships (currently full with a 2-3 year waitlist), visitor green fees, society days, Pro Shop retail, PGA coaching, open competitions, and clubhouse hospitality.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Golf Club Services

NAICS

Golf Courses and Country Clubs (713910), Spectator Sports (71121)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Golf Courses & Golf Facilities (MPAKAEAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Golf Clubs & Tournament-Host Clubs (Professional/Elite Golf Clubs) (MPAKABAE), Golf Gloves, Headwear & Accessories Retail (CRAMAGAF), Golf Footwear & Apparel Retail (CRAMACAH)

Keywords

• Private golf club
• Membership subscriptions
• Golf coaching services
• Open competitions
• Clubhouse hospitality

Headquarters

HQ city

Hindhead

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Membership Subscriptions: Annual and periodic membership subscriptions providing access to golf course, practice facilities, and clubhouse. Multiple categories including Full, Intermediate (18-30), Junior, and Academy membership tiers.
2. Green Fee Revenue: Day visitor green fees for experienced golfers with WHS handicap, charged per round. Society and group bookings generate additional green fee revenue with tailored packages.
3. Pro Shop Sales: Retail sales of golf equipment, apparel, and accessories through the on-site Pro Shop featuring leading golf brands. Also includes crested merchandise and club-branded goods.
4. Golf Instruction: PGA-qualified coaching and teaching services including individual lessons, group clinics, and the Plan for Success structured programme.
5. Open Competition Entry Fees: Entry fees for open competitions including the Devil's Punch Bowl (£160), Mixed Open for the Hindhead Trophies (£265 per pair), and various invitation days.
6. Clubhouse Hospitality: Food and beverage sales through the Dining Room, Summer Bar, and Alliss' Bar. Private hire for celebrations and events. Terrace service for post-round refreshments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Hindhead Golf Club operates an 18-hole heathland golf course in Hindhead, Surrey, offering multiple membership tiers, visitor tee time bookings, society and corporate golf days, PGA-qualified coaching programmes, open competitions, a fully stocked Pro Shop, and clubhouse dining and hospitality. The course, originally designed by Open Champion J.H. Taylor in 1904, sits at 750 feet above sea level with five tee positions accommodating players from academy beginners to scratch handicap level.

Product overview

Hindhead Golf Club is a traditional members' golf club offering a comprehensive suite of golf-related products and services centered around its 18-hole heathland golf course. The core offerings include the championship-quality golf course with five tee positions accommodating all skill levels, a fully-stocked Pro Shop offering leading golf brands and Hindhead-branded merchandise, and PGA-qualified teaching and coaching programs. Membership programs span Full, Intermediate, Junior, Associate Junior, and Academy categories. Additional services include the clubhouse with dining facilities (Dining Room, Summer Bar, Alliss' Bar, and The Terrace), open competitions (Mixed Open, Devil's Punch Bowl Challenge Cup), visitor golf experiences, society days, and an online booking system. The Club also operates a structured junior golf program following the Golf Foundation Junior Golf Passport and offers specialized coaching including video analysis with V1 technology.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 18-Hole Heathland Golf Course An 18-hole heathland golf course set at 750 feet above sea level with five tee positions accommodating all skill levels from Academy starters to scratch and plus handicap players, bordered by heather, tall pines, rhododendrons and azaleas with far-reaching views of the Surrey countryside.
• Membership Programs Subscription-based club membership providing access to the golf course, practice facilities, and clubhouse, with categories including Full Membership, Intermediate Membership (ages 18-30), Associate Junior Membership (learners without handicap), Junior Membership (with active WHS handicap), and Academy Membership. Currently has a 2-3 year waiting list.
• Pro Shop Fully stocked golf pro shop operated by PGA-qualified professionals offering leading brands (Titleist, Callaway, Ping, TaylorMade, FootJoy, Skechers, Oscar Jacobson, Glenmuir, FJ Apparel) plus Hindhead-branded merchandise (clothing, head covers, score card holders, ball markers).
• Golf Teaching & Coaching PGA-qualified professionals offer individual coaching, group clinics, on-course lessons, video analysis using V1 technology, and the 'Plan for Success' six-month structured development programme. Lessons available in 30-minute and 1-hour formats.
• Clubhouse & Dining Clubhouse facilities including first-floor Dining Room (seating for 70 diners with panoramic course views), Summer Bar, Alliss' Bar (tribute to Peter Alliss), and The Terrace (outdoor seating). Available for private hire, society events, and corporate days with food and beverage service.
• Open Competitions Annual open competitions including the Mixed Open for the Hindhead Trophies (36-hole mixed greensome and foursome event, £265 per pair), the Devil's Punch Bowl Challenge Cup (men's scratch open played since 1928, notable winners include Justin Rose in 1995, £160 entry), and various invitation days (Ladies' Invitation Day £70 per pair, Men's President's Salvers £130 per team).
• Visitor Golf & Society Days Day visitor tee time bookings for experienced golfers with WHS handicap and dedicated golf society days (Wednesdays and Thursdays, groups of 12+ players) with tailored packages including green fees, catering, and event coordination.
• Academy Program Structured programme for adults new to golf, taking members from introductory lessons to full club membership via Academy Membership with PGA Professional coaching progression.
• Junior Golf Program Comprehensive junior golf programme following the Golf Foundation Junior Golf Passport, including Blue Tee Academy Course, coaching through the Pro Shop with senior PGA professional, and access to adult and junior competitions.

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered supporting and core.

• Benson Golf Online StoresupportingTechnology or IntegrationExternal online retail partnership with Benson Golf for Pro Shop merchandise, allowing extended e-commerce capabilities beyond the physical shop premises.
• Golf FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClub follows the Golf Foundation Junior Golf Passport programme, a structured learning pathway endorsed by the PGA for junior golfer development from complete beginners through to competitive juniors.
• PGA (Professional Golfers' Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAll teaching professionals are PGA qualified. Club participates in PGA-endorsed programmes including the Golf Foundation Junior Golf Passport. The Head Professional's teaching programmes are aligned with PGA standards.
• Surrey County GolfsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerClub participates in Surrey County knockouts and competitions. Men's scratch team competes in Surrey scratch knockout as defending champions. Club teams participate in various Surrey county-level events.
• intelligentgolfsupportingTechnology or IntegrationWebsite and club management system powered by intelligentgolf software platform, providing tee time booking, competition management, member portal, and scoring functionality.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Swinley Forest Golf Club: Highly exclusive private heathland club in Berkshire, consistently ranked in the UK Top 10. Comparable to Hindhead on heathland design, exclusivity, and member-only access.
• Walton Heath Golf Club: Historic private heathland club in Surrey with two championship courses. Comparable to Hindhead on heritage (founded 1904), heathland terrain, host of Open Championship qualifying, and elite members' model.
• Foxhills Club and Resort: Surrey-based private members' club and resort with multiple courses, F&B, and event facilities. Comparable to Hindhead on Surrey location, society/corporate event hosting, and full-service clubhouse offering.
• Royal Mid-Surrey Golf Club: Historic private members' club in Surrey and recent Mixed Open competitor against Hindhead. Comparable on course profile, clubhouse hospitality, and member competition structure.
• New Zealand Golf Club: Highly ranked private heathland members' club in Surrey. Comparable to Hindhead on heathland design, exclusivity, Surrey location, and Top 100 pedigree.
• Sunningdale Golf Club: Elite private members' heathland club in Berkshire, England, with two Top 100-ranked 18-hole courses. Closest direct comparable to Hindhead on geography, course type, membership model, and prestige positioning.
• Wentworth Club: Iconic Surrey private members' club with three championship courses and major tournament history. Comparable to Hindhead on Surrey location, premium members' model, F&B and event hosting, and Top 100 pedigree.
• Queenwood Golf Club: Invitation-only ultra-premium private club in Surrey. Comparable to Hindhead on exclusivity, Surrey location, and the high-end private member model targeting affluent golfers.
• St George's Hill Golf Club: Prestigious private members' club in Surrey with heathland/woodland courses. Comparable to Hindhead on Surrey setting, members-only access, and tournament-hosting history.
• The Wisley Golf Club: Private members' club in Surrey offering two 18-hole courses and full clubhouse facilities. Comparable to Hindhead on Surrey location, members' model, Pro Shop, and event hosting.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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