Competitors must register at least 30 minutes before starting Round 1. Competitors are encouraged to register as soon as they arrive at the venue. Registration will be located in the clubhouse.

Competitors must show their student ID on arrival. Competitors who do not register may have their tee time withdrawn. Players need to come to registration area each day to collect their scorecard.

Competitors are encouraged to use and update GolfBox for their scoring so the tournament can provide up to date live scoring.

As per the rules of golf, competitors who do not show for their tee time will be disqualified.

Round 1 (Monday): Starting at 08:00, 10 minute intervals, groups of 3, random order.

Round 2 (Tuesday): Starting at 08:00, 10 minute intervals, groups of 3, reverse score order.

Round 3 (Wednesday): Starting at 08:00, 10 minute intervals, groups of 3, reverse score order.

• Tee times will be emailed out through Golfbox and will be available on the 'Tee times/results' tab.
• There will be a cut after Day 2 (Round 2) male players which will be for the top 30 players – no ties

There will be no cut for female players

Any practice rounds will need to be booked directly with the club at the players own cost.

All players are free to use balls which have been left out in the practice areas (golf simulator, nets and short range).

This event forms part of the BUCS Golf Tour and Macpherson Order of Merit 2025-26.

BUCS Macpherson Order of Merit points for qualification to the BUCS Golf Tour Finals will be awarded to the top 20 men and top 20 women as detailed within the BUCS Golf rules and regulations.

Players must not wear caps, beanies or golf shoes inside the clubhouse at any time and must adhere to the rules of the golf club/clubhouse.

Event referees will follow the groups during the competition ensuring all BUCS/SSS regulations are adhered to. Any misbehaviour or foul language from the competitors reported by officials or venue staff will be taken extremely seriously by BUCS/SSS and competitors risk penalties or disqualification from the event.

Withdrawals must be made in writing by the athletic union or students’ union and e-mailed to Maddi Cannell. 

Withdrawals after the entry closing date (Thursday 25 September 2025) will still be charged the entry fee (Reg 3.2.4). 

Withdrawal of a competitor does not guarantee a replacement into the competition. Reserves will only be charged an entry fee if they are accepted into the competition. Competitors who do not withdraw, and do not register at the venue, will be classified as a ‘no-show’ and charged the entry fee and an additional £50 fine payable by the competitor’s athletic union or students’ union (Reg 4.4). 

Please see our Withdrawal Policy for more details. 

Please see Appendix 1 for the BUCS Points available at this event.

The sustainability of our event matters to us and these are the positive steps we are taking to manage our environmental impact:

• All staff and volunteers are encouraged to travel to the event via public transport
• We have used local suppliers where possible
• Event programmes are all online, minimising paper use
• We will print on demand merchandise (if applicable)
• We are beginning to track our carbon footprint across BUCS events to identify areas of improvement.

How can you help at this event? Here’s some ideas:

• Be self-sufficient by bringing your own refillable bottles and coffee cups to reduce waste
• Ensure you are disposing of waste correctly – Check around the venue for specific recycling and food waste bins
• Travel smarter – as a team on a minibus, cycle or use public transport

Anyone wishing to take photos or video at this event must complete the BUCS Media Accreditation Form prior to the event.

BUCS reserves the right to prohibit photography equipment being used at a BUCS event. BUCS reserves the right to request that the individual ceases to take photographs, deletes any images and, if considered necessary, leaves the venue.

BUCS’ mission is to provide exceptional student sporting experiences that inspire, develop and unite.

Critical to our success is our commitment to always providing safe, friendly and enjoyable environments for all participants. Whether competing, coaching, officiating, volunteering, working or spectating at these events, the welfare of all is critical to our mission.

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