Bognor Regis Golf Club

What Bognor Regis Golf Club does

Bognor Regis Golf Club is a private members' golf club founded in 1892 and currently operating an 18-hole parkland course at Downview Road, Felpham, near Bognor Regis in West Sussex, England. The course, designed by James Braid and constructed by FG Hawtree, measures 6,103 yards from the men's white tees at par 70 (par 72 for ladies) and sits within a traditional flint-walled clubhouse with a patio overlooking the 18th green. The club is owned and run by its members, achieved Community Amateur Sports Club (CASC) status in 2015, and operates under a rotating volunteer Club Captaincy; Kevin Holton and Caroline Pilbeam hold the 2026/27 captaincy in shared capacity.

Revenue is generated across six streams: tiered membership subscriptions (full, flexible/credit-based, social, junior, and ladies' playing), visitor green fees (£20-£70 depending on day and age), the on-site Pro Shop with Trackman Performance Studio for custom fitting and coaching, societies and corporate group bookings, celebration venue hire (weddings and private events up to 120 guests with in-house catering), and open competition entry fees (including a Pro-Am with a £1,000 first prize). Membership year runs 1 July to 30 June; full and flexible memberships are at capacity with a waiting list. Operations are supported by Club V1 booking and member administration, HowDidiDo.com for competition listings, Trackman hardware for coaching, and Club Systems International as the website host.

The club serves six primary segments: members (the core segment), visiting golfers paying green fees, societies and corporate groups of 12+ players, open competition entrants, families and individuals hosting weddings/celebrations in the clubhouse, and junior golfers moving through coaching into club membership. A reciprocal network of 14 partner clubs in South East England extends the usable golf estate for full members. Headcount is reported at 10 employees, anchored by Head PGA Professional Jonathan Groves (appointed September 2019) who manages the Pro Shop and the coaching program.

Name

Bognor Regis Golf Club

Legal name

Bognor Regis Golf Club

Website

https://bognorgolfclub.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1892

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Bognor Regis Golf Club is a 130+ year-old private members' club in West Sussex operating an 18-hole James Braid-designed course, Pro Shop with Trackman coaching studio, society/corporate packages, and a 120-guest clubhouse venue for weddings and celebrations.

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 industry

PRIMARYMPAKAEAD

Golf Courses & Golf Facilities

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Sports (Leagues, Teams, Events, Venues)/Sports Venues & Facilities (Stadiums, Arenas, Tracks, Complexes)

SECONDARYCRAMAGAA

Golf Clubs & Club Fitting Retail

Consumer Products & Retail/Sporting Goods & Outdoor Retail/Golf Equipment & Apparel Retail

Keywords

• Private golf club
• Golf course membership
• Golf society bookings
• Event venue hire
• Pro shop retail

Headquarters

HQ city

Bognor Regis, England

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 from full members, flexible members (credit-based), social members, junior members, and ladies' playing members. Membership year runs July 1 to June 30. Flexible membership at capacity with waiting list due to high demand.
2. Green Fees and Visitor Play: Revenue from visiting golfers playing the 18-hole course. Green fees range from £20 (juniors) to £70 (weekend visitors). Twilight rates available from 3pm. County Card accepted at £45.
3. Pro Shop Sales and Services: Retail sales of golf equipment, apparel, and accessories. Expert advice and custom fittings. Trackman Studio coaching and fitting sessions. Trackman memberships at £30/month (individual) or £60/month (multi-player). Open to members and non-members.
4. Societies and Group Bookings: Groups of 12+ players receive discounted rates for society days. Full tournament administration provided, including on-course competitions and clubhouse setup. Catering included.
5. Event Hire and Celebrations: Venue hire for wedding receptions (up to 120 guests), birthday parties, anniversary dinners, wakes, dinner dances, and other celebrations. In-house catering team provides food service.
6. Open Competitions Entry Fees: Entry fees for open competitions including Pro-Am (£1,000 first prize), Purley Trophy (scratch), Bognor Challenge Cup, Davis Bowl, Millbourn Cup, Ladies Open, Junior Open, Gilligan Mixed Foursomes, and Seniors Open. Entry fees £25-40 per person.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Bognor Regis Golf Club sells golf membership and pay-to-play access on a James Braid-designed 18-hole parkland course in Felpham, West Sussex. Ancillary paid offerings include a Pro Shop, Trackman-equipped coaching and custom-fitting studio, society and group bookings, open competitions, equipment hire, and clubhouse venue hire for weddings and private celebrations.

Product overview

Bognor Regis Golf Club operates as a private members' club offering an 18-hole golf course (designed by James Braid, spanning 6100 yards) as its core product. The club provides supplementary services including a Pro Shop (managed by Jonathan Groves PGA) with Trackman Performance Studio for custom fitting and coaching, equipment rentals (buggies, trolleys), and tee time booking via Club V1 system. Membership options include Full Membership (unlimited golf), Flexible Membership (credit-based), and Social Membership. The club hosts open competitions throughout the year including The Purley Trophy (scratch) and Bognor Challenge Cup (handicap), operates a reciprocal golf program with 14 partner clubs, and provides society/event hosting services for weddings and private functions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 18-Hole Parkland Golf Course Core golf product — the 18-hole parkland course designed by James Braid, available to members year-round and to visitors via published green-fee rates by season and time of day.
• Pro Shop Retail outlet offering golf equipment, apparel, accessories, and custom-fitting alongside the Trackman Performance Studio, run by the club's PGA Professional.
• Trackman Performance Studio Indoor/outdoor performance studio using Trackman launch monitors for swing analysis, custom club fitting, and individual lessons for members and visitors.
• Golf Coaching Individual and group lessons delivered by the Head PGA Professional, with a dedicated junior programme that feeds the county elite squad pathway.
• Society and Group Bookings Structured golf-day packages for societies, corporate groups, and other parties of 12+ players, including golf, food, and prizes coordinated by the club.
• Celebration Venue Hire Hire of the clubhouse function rooms for weddings, wedding receptions, wakes, and private parties, with on-site catering and bar service.
• Open Competitions Open golf tournaments hosted by the club on a recurring schedule, open to members and visitors, with results managed through HowDidiDo.com.
• Equipment Rentals Rental of golf trolleys and equipment for members and visitors who do not have their own clubs, supporting pay-to-play and society rounds.

Quantifiable outcome

• Junior team is frequent winner of County championships
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration5 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Boundary Lakes Golf ClubcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReciprocal golf agreement allowing BRGC members to play at Boundary Lakes GC. One fourball per week, Monday-Friday. Bookings arranged office-to-office.
• Bramley Golf ClubcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReciprocal golf agreement allowing BRGC members to play at Bramley GC. One fourball per week, Monday-Friday. Bookings arranged office-to-office.
• Corhampton Golf ClubcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReciprocal golf agreement allowing BRGC members to play at Corhampton GC. One fourball per week, Monday-Friday. Bookings arranged office-to-office.
• Cottesmore Golf ClubcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReciprocal golf agreement allowing BRGC members to play at Cottesmore GC. One fourball per week, Monday-Friday. Bookings arranged office-to-office.
• Ifield Golf ClubcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReciprocal golf agreement allowing BRGC members to play at Ifield GC. One fourball per week, Monday-Friday. Bookings arranged office-to-office.
• Lee-On-The-Solent Golf ClubcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReciprocal golf agreement allowing BRGC members to play at Lee-On-The-Solent GC. One fourball per week, Monday-Friday. Bookings arranged office-to-office.
• Petersfield Golf ClubcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReciprocal golf agreement allowing BRGC members to play at Petersfield GC. One fourball per week, Monday-Friday. Bookings arranged office-to-office.
• Romsey Golf ClubcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReciprocal golf agreement allowing BRGC members to play at Romsey GC. One fourball per week, Monday-Friday. Bookings arranged office-to-office.
• Rowlands Castle Golf ClubcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReciprocal golf agreement allowing BRGC members to play at Rowlands Castle GC. One fourball per week, Monday-Friday. Bookings arranged office-to-office.
• Royal Winchester Golf ClubcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReciprocal golf agreement allowing BRGC members to play at Royal Winchester GC. One fourball per week, Monday-Friday. Bookings arranged office-to-office.
• Shanklin & Sandown Golf ClubcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReciprocal golf agreement allowing BRGC members to play at Shanklin & Sandown GC. One fourball per week, Monday-Friday. Bookings arranged office-to-office.
• Southwick Park Golf ClubcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReciprocal golf agreement allowing BRGC members to play at Southwick Park GC. One fourball per week, Monday-Friday. Bookings arranged office-to-office.
• Dyke Golf ClubcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReciprocal golf agreement allowing BRGC members to play at Dyke GC. One fourball per week, Monday-Friday. Bookings arranged office-to-office.
• Waterlooville Golf ClubcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReciprocal golf agreement allowing BRGC members to play at Waterlooville GC. One fourball per week, Monday-Friday. Bookings arranged office-to-office.
• Slinfold Golf ClubcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReciprocal golf agreement allowing BRGC members to play at Slinfold GC. One fourball per week, Monday-Friday. Bookings arranged office-to-office.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Royal Mid-Surrey Golf Club: Historic private members' club in Greater London/Surrey offering two 18-hole courses with mature parkland layout. Comparable on heritage positioning (founded 1892), reciprocal network culture, and full clubhouse operations.
• West Sussex Golf Club: Historic private members' club in West Sussex with mature parkland course. Comparable on catchment (same Sussex region), membership structure, society offerings, and clubhouse event hosting.
• Royal Winchester Golf Club: Reciprocal partner and historic Hampshire private members' club with 18-hole course, full tournament programme, society bookings, and reciprocal agreements. Directly comparable on size, model, and South East positioning.
• The Wisley Golf Club: Premium private members' club in Surrey operating multiple 18-hole courses with similar membership model, James Braid/heritage pedigree, reciprocal network, and clubhouse event hire. Closely comparable on operating model and target member profile.
• Hindhead Golf Club: Surrey private members' club with Henry Colt-designed heathland course. Comparable on historic pedigree, private members' model, society bookings, and South East England catchment.
• Mannings Heath Golf Club: Sussex private members' club with 18-hole and 9-hole layouts, full Pro Shop, society bookings, and wedding venue. Comparable on operating model, geography, and event diversification strategy.
• East Sussex National Golf Club: Sussex-based private members' club and resort-style venue with 36 holes, wedding hosting, and active society programme. Comparable on geography, full-service clubhouse offering, and event-driven revenue diversification.
• Hayling Golf Club: Hampshire coastal private members' club with championship links-style 18-hole course, full membership categories, society bookings, and clubhouse hospitality. Comparable on coastal exposure, model, and South East positioning.
• Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club: Historic heathland private members' club in East Sussex founded in the late 1800s. Comparable as a heritage UK members-only club with single 18-hole course, society bookings, and event hosting in a similar Sussex/South East catchment.
• Cottesmore Golf Club: Reciprocal partner club located in West Sussex, operating as a private members' club with similar 18-hole layout, society/corporate packages, and event hosting. Directly comparable on operating model and catchment overlap.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles3 records

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