Burnham Beeches Golf Club

What Burnham Beeches Golf Club does

Burnham Beeches Golf Club is a private members golf club founded in 1891 in Burnham, Buckinghamshire, England, situated on the edge of 500 acres of historic Burnham Beeches woodland. It is the oldest golf club in Buckinghamshire and operates an 18-hole championship course originally designed by JH Taylor (1902) and redesigned by FW Hawtree (1965), featuring four tee options ranging from 4,398 to 6,365 yards. The club was member-owned after purchasing the freehold from the Burnham Estate in 2013, and is designated an England Golf Championship Venue and BB&O Talent Development Centre.

The club generates revenue through six streams: membership subscriptions (5-day and 7-day tiers), green fees (£90-£110 per round with seasonal pricing), society packages (Silver/Gold/Platinum tiers from £84-£122 per person for groups of 12+), pro shop retail and equipment hire, open competition entry fees (£27-£146), and clubhouse food and beverage including venue hire. Its technology infrastructure is built on the intelligentgolf platform for membership management, competition administration, and World Handicap System synchronization, supplemented by an indoor Swing Studio with video analysis and a Mizuno DNA Custom Fitting Centre offering shaft selection from over 50 options. The club is led by General Manager Katie Free and Head Professional Ronnie Bolton (resident since 1994, Pro Shop of the Year 2016), supported by PGA-qualified assistant professionals and a full operational team including course, clubhouse, and accounts management.

The club's go-to-market is relationship-driven and community-led, relying on its championship venue reputation, England Golf affiliation, member referrals (membership applications require proposer and seconder), society repeat business, and structured development programs (junior talent pipeline, Ladies Academy launched in 2025, GolfSixes leagues, Girls Golf Rocks). Distribution is direct: bookings are handled through the Pro Shop, society enquiries through the Head of Golf Operations, and membership enquiries through the General Manager. Marketing channels are primarily organic—website, open competitions, word-of-mouth, and earned media from governing body affiliations—with no evidence of paid acquisition or digital marketing investment.

Name

Burnham Beeches Golf Club

Legal name

Burnham Beeches Golf Club

Website

https://bbgc.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1891

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Burnham Beeches Golf Club is a member-owned private golf club founded in 1891 in Buckinghamshire, England, operating an 18-hole championship course with membership subscriptions, green fees, society packages, pro shop retail, competitions, and clubhouse hospitality serving members, visitors, societies, juniors, and beginner women.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Golf Club Services

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 industries

Golf Apparel Retail (Men’s/Women’s/Youth) (CRAMAGAD), Golf Gloves, Headwear & Accessories Retail (CRAMAGAF), Golf Tours & Professional Circuits (MPAKAAAK)

Keywords

• Private golf club
• Championship golf course
• Golf membership
• Society golf days
• Golf tuition coaching

Headquarters

HQ city

Burnham

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Membership Subscriptions: Annual membership fees for 5-day or 7-day membership options providing access to the course, practice facilities, and clubhouse.
2. Green Fees: Visitor green fees for 18 or 36 holes, with seasonal pricing (High Season April-October, Low Season November-March) and County Card discount rates.
3. Pro Shop Sales: Retail sales of golf equipment and clothing, club/buggy/trolley hire, and custom fitting services.
4. Society Packages: Society golf days with Silver, Gold, and Platinum package tiers including green fees, catering, and meals. Minimum 12 people required.
5. Competition Entry Fees: Entry fees for open competitions including Scratch Open (£79 visitors, £59 members), Ladies Open (£60pp), Seniors Singles Open (£73.50), and others.
6. Clubhouse Food & Beverage: Bar and kitchen services open daily, available for members and visitors, with the clubhouse also available for hire for special occasions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Burnham Beeches Golf Club operates a private members golf club providing access to an 18-hole championship course (founded 1891, redesigned by FW Hawtree in 1965) with four tee options. The club sells memberships (5-day or 7-day), visitor green fees, society golf day packages, PGA-led tuition, custom club fitting, pro shop retail, open competitions, clubhouse food and beverage, and dedicated junior and ladies development programs. It is owned by its membership and operates as an England Golf Championship Venue at a single facility in Burnham, Buckinghamshire.

Product overview

Burnham Beeches Golf Club operates a traditional private members club model with a unified portfolio of golfing products and services. The core offering centers on an 18-hole championship golf course (founded 1891) with multiple tee options for different skill levels. Supporting the course are The Pro Shop (retail and equipment hire), Custom Fitting Centre (Mizuno club fitting with Swing Studio video analysis), and Golf Tuition (PGA-led coaching). The club runs dedicated development programs including Junior Golf Program (BB&O Talent Development Centre) and Ladies Academy. Additional revenue streams include Society & Golf Day packages, Open Competitions, Green Fees, and Clubhouse hospitality services. Membership options (5-day and 7-day) provide primary recurring revenue. The website is powered by Intelligent Golf for member management and competition administration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 18-Hole Championship Golf Course Championship 18-hole golf course with four tee options accommodating men, women, and juniors, hosted at the Burnham Beeches facility for members and visitors.
• Golf Membership Private members club offering 5-day and 7-day membership options with access to the course, practice facilities, competitions, handicap management, and clubhouse.
• The Pro Shop Retail golf shop offering clothing, equipment, club hire, buggy and trolley rental, and green fee/booking services; staffed by Head Professional Ronnie Bolton and team; named Pro Shop of the Year 2016 by the Golf Industry.
• Custom Fitting Centre Custom club fitting service combining indoor Swing Studio video analysis with Mizuno DNA fitting technology that selects optimal shafts from over 50 types based on 3 swings.
• Golf Tuition Coaching and lessons offered by PGA Professionals Ronnie Bolton, Michael East, and Harry covering on-course assessments, Swing Studio sessions, driving range practice, and group lessons for juniors and 'Get into Golf' sessions for ladies.
• Ladies Academy Structured golf learning program for women including free taster sessions, 12 group coaching sessions per year, 10 range ball tokens, practice facility access, and progression pathway to club membership.
• Junior Golf Program Comprehensive junior golf program designated as BB&O Talent Development Centre, including group coaching on Sundays, individual coaching, county-level talent development, Girls Golf Rocks, GolfSixes League, Chiltern Junior Golf League, and Junior Majors/Club Championship competitions.
• Clubhouse Clubhouse facility with two bar areas, dining room, snooker room, and outside seating overlooking the first hole fairway and practice areas; available for daily service to members and visitors and for hire for special occasions.
• Societies & Golf Days Society golf day packages available Wednesday to Friday with Silver, Gold, and Platinum tiers including coffee/tea, meals, 18 holes, buggy/trolley hire, and prize organization; minimum 12 people required.
• Green Fees & Equipment Hire Visitor green fees (18 holes from £90 to £110 depending on season) with County Card discounts, plus equipment rental including buggies, electric trolleys, push trolleys, club hire, and driving range buckets.
• Open Competitions Annual open competitions including Scratch Open, Captain's Charity Golf Day, Ladies Open, Seniors Singles Open, Senior Pairs Open, Junior Open, Mixed Open, and Ladies Invitation Day, with member and visitor entry fee tiers.

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• England GolfcoreOthersBurnham Beeches Golf Club is affiliated with England Golf as a Championship Venue and maintains World Handicap System synchronization through the intelligentgolf platform. The club participates in SafeGolf partnership for safeguarding standards.
• Buckinghamshire, Berkshire & Oxfordshire (BB&O) Golf UnioncoreOthersClub is designated as a BB&O Talent Development Centre, participating in Chiltern Junior Golf League and talent development programs for junior golfers.
• Golf FoundationminorOthersClub participates in Golf Foundation programs including Girls Golf Rocks for beginner girls aged 5-18 and GolfSixes leagues for junior development.
• MizunocoreTechnology or IntegrationPro Shop is a Mizuno DNA fitting centre, using specialized software for shaft fitting that selects optimal options from over 50 types based on swing analysis.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Royal Blackheath Golf Club: Founded 1608 and the oldest golf club in England; offers 18-hole course, member-owned structure, and historic heritage. Most direct comparable for heritage-rich, member-owned private club model in the UK.
• Walton Heath Golf Club: Historic (1903) private members club in Surrey with two championship courses, host of major amateur and professional events. Comparable heritage-driven, member-owned private club model with championship pedigree.
• Gerrards Cross Golf Club: Long-established Buckinghamshire private members club with 18-hole course, pro shop, and society day offerings. Closest regional competitor on course quality, member demographic, and visitor pricing structure.
• The Berkshire Golf Club: Premium private members club in neighbouring Berkshire with two championship courses, full practice and clubhouse facilities. Comparable aspirational peer for high-end members and society trade in the Home Counties.
• Beaconsfield Golf Club: Another established private members club in Buckinghamshire offering a similar 18-hole championship course with member subscriptions, society packages, and clubhouse facilities. Directly comparable geographic peer competing for the same local membership pool and society day trade.
• The Wisley Golf Club: Surrey-based private members club founded in 1991 with two courses, full practice facilities, and clubhouse. Comparable modern private club operating model targeting affluent Home Counties golfers.
• Royal Ascot Golf Club: Private members club in the Berkshire/Buckinghamshire border area offering 18-hole course, society packages, and member-owned governance model. Comparable heritage and aspirational positioning.
• Sunningdale Golf Club: Premier private members club in Berkshire with two championship courses, host venue for elite amateur and professional events. Comparable heritage, championship venue status, and aspirational membership positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Stoke Park Club: Upscale multi-facility private members club in Buckinghamshire offering 27 holes of golf, plus tennis, spa, and hotel. Overlaps on private golf membership and Buckinghamshire location but operates at a higher price point with broader amenity portfolio.
• Wentworth Club: One of the UK's most prestigious private golf and country clubs in Surrey with three championship courses and extensive clubhouse facilities. Aspirational comparable peer for elite private golf membership economics and brand positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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